17th June 2021
knee anatomy injuries

Knee Problems

Knee Problems The knee is more than just the big hinge joint: it is made of three joints and a lot of connective tissue. Problems with […]
10th June 2021
Hormones and Pain

Hormones and Pain

Hormones and Pain Pain is complicated, and what we feel is dependent on countless factors, including hormones. We’ve spoken before about how lifestyle factors, as well […]
3rd June 2021
Fourth Trimester Aches and Pains

Fourth Trimester Aches and Pains

Fourth Trimester Aches and Pains The fourth trimester is a baby’s first three months of life. During this period, both the baby and parents undergo huge […]
27th May 2021
Osteoporosis and Osteopenia

Osteoporosis and Osteopenia

Osteoporosis and Osteopenia Often mistaken for osteoarthritis, osteoporosis is a condition of reduced bone density. Its less severe sibling is osteopenia. Both are diagnosed by special […]
20th May 2021
Bursitis

Bursitis

Bursitis Bursitis means “inflamed bursa”. Bursae are little fatty sacs called found all over the body. Each bursa sits between tissues, often a tendon and a […]
13th May 2021
Snapping Hip Syndrome

Snapping Hip Syndrome

Snapping Hip Syndrome Painless “snapping” in the hip, whether heard too or just felt, can be worrying. Most of the time it’s just a muscle flicking […]
6th May 2021
Shin Splints

Shin Splints

Shin Splints Avin has a special interest in sports injuries, of which shin splints are a common example. Symptoms of Shin Splints Also known as Medial Tibial […]
22nd April 2021
Red Flags for Lower Back Pain

Red Flags for Lower Back Pain

Red Flags for Lower Back Pain Red flags are indicators that something needs urgent intervention. We keep an eye out for them in every treatment, but […]
15th April 2021
Hypermobility

Hypermobility

Hypermobility Hypermobility refers to joints that are more flexible than average. Some people are generally quite “bendy”, whereas for others it can be a sign of […]