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4th March 2021

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Tennis Leg

Tennis Leg Racket sports encourage movements that can lead to Tennis Leg. This is a colloquial term for an upper calf injury. The muscles at the […]

25th February 2021

Published by Freya at 25th February 2021

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Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis The plantar fascia is a layer of connective tissue on the sole of the foot. When it becomes inflamed, you have plantar fasciitis (PF). […]

18th February 2021

Published by Freya at 18th February 2021

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Meniscus Tears

Meniscus Tears The main joint of the knee is the hinge joint between the femur (thigh bone) and tibia (shin bone). On the top of the […]

19th November 2020

Published by Freya at 19th November 2020

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Piriformis Syndrome

Piriformis Syndrome Piriformis Syndrome is a form of sciatica. By definition, sciatica is irritation of the sciatic nerve. The piriformis is a deep muscle in the […]

15th October 2020

Published by Freya at 15th October 2020

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Cramps and Muscle Spasms

Cramps and Muscle Spasms It’s a common misconception that cramps are caused by dehydration or electrolyte imbalance. Even for sport-related cramps, there is little to no […]

10th September 2020

Published by Freya at 10th September 2020

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Hip & Knee Arthritis

Hip & Knee Arthritis Arthritis often affects the hip and knee joints. The basic progression of osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis is the wear, tear, and repair process on […]

23rd July 2020

Published by Freya at 23rd July 2020

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Sciatica

Sciatica The sciatic nerve runs from the lower back down the back of the thigh and outside of the calf. Sciatica is a symptom of irritation […]

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