Signs and Symptoms Dry needling is an effective treatment technique used by Physiotherapists to help alleviate pain and tension in overused and tight muscles. It works by targeting myofascial trigger

Where and Why? The plantar fascia is a connective tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot, extending from the heel to the toes. Due to its frequent use

Heat vs Cold Therapy: Which One is Right for You? Whether you’re recovering from a workout or managing an injury, heat and cold therapies are common treatments to ease pain

Introduction Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training is an innovative technique that involves using a cuff or band to partially restrict blood flow during exercise. This approach simulates the effects of

Many individuals with low back pain (LBP) seek guidance from their GP for ongoing treatment and symptom relief. Often, GPs recommend further imaging to identify the underlying cause of the

Maintaining good sitting posture while you work is crucial for both physical health and productivity! Sitting with good posture reduces the strain on our muscles and joints, leading to fewer

Low back pain is a common ailment that can be quite painful, affecting mobility and diminishing quality of life. Whether it’s due to poor posture, sedentary lifestyle or injury, the

Understanding & treating Tendonitis/Tendinopathy & Tenosynovitis Tendonitis/tendinopathy and tenosynovitis are common conditions that can cause pain, inflammation, and discomfort in various parts of the body. These conditions primarily affect the

Knee Osteoarthritis: Understanding and Managing the Condition Knee osteoarthritis is a common form of arthritis that affects millions of people around the world. It is a degenerative joint disease that

Acute wry neck, is a condition characterized by a sudden onset of neck pain accompanied by limited range of motion. This ailment can be quite distressing, causing discomfort and restricted

Chest physio? Who are they and what do they do? Chest physiotherapy is not a specialised trade that require specific training by physiotherapist. It is simply a treatment modality to

Hydrotherapy simply describes a form of therapy involving water. While this term can encompass the internal and external use of water in either of its forms (steam, ice, fluid), this

Developed by NASA, Alter-G’s treadmills enclose the lower body in an airtight chamber and use air pressure technology to provide a partial weight-bearing environment in which you can walk or

(Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness) “Yesterday I worked out and today all my muscles hurt”. Maybe it was the first session back after the holidays, or maybe coach just really felt

Massage Has benefitted humans through the ages, time has modified to fit the modern age man with various styles and techniques. Here at Performance Edge sports physio, we offer a

The Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) Have you ever wondered why your physio asks you to rate your pain levels? Here is why! Pain is one of the most common symptoms

Athletic performance is not just about physical training and conditioning. It also involves taking care of your mental and emotional well-being. Recovery is an essential part of any athlete’s training

You’re in pain and you have been advised to get a cortisone injection to help… but you fear needles… Is an injection your only option? Of course not! Are there

Cervicogenic headaches develop from problems in and around the upper part of the neck, called the cervical spine. Pain is usually on one side but can be present on both

The Simple Ankle Sprain “It’s just a simple ankle sprain”. If you have ever been around sports, in any capacity, it is more than likely you have heard someone say