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How Physiotherapy Can Support You During Marathon Training

Training for a marathon demands discipline, endurance, and resilience, but even the best-prepared runners can face setbacks. Physiotherapy helps minimize injury risks, optimize performance, and keep you on track to cross the finish line strong.

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5 Ways to Stay Consistent with Your Workout Routine

Staying consistent with your workout routine can be challenging, but it's essential for long-term health and reaching your fitness goals. In this article I will discuss five effective strategies to help you stick to your plan and stay motivated.

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5 Ways Physiotherapy can help with Hip Osteoarthritis

Hip osteoarthritis can significantly affect your mobility and quality of life, causing pain, stiffness, and difficulty with everyday activities. However, physiotherapy offers effective strategies to manage these symptoms and improve joint function. By combining targeted exercises, pain relief techniques, and lifestyle modifications, physiotherapists can help you reduce discomfort, increase mobility, and maintain an active lifestyle.

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Understanding and Treating Shoulder Dislocations: From Injury to Full Recovery

Shoulder dislocations are a common and painful injury that can significantly impact daily life. As a physiotherapist, I often see patients struggling with the aftermath of this condition. This blog post aims to provide a comprehensive overview of shoulder dislocations, including their causes, expected recovery time, and what to expect from physiotherapy.

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Hiking season is here! Now, how can you avoid injuries along the way?

Discover how preparing your body for hiking season can make all the difference in your outdoor adventures. From assessing your baseline fitness with a physiotherapist to gradually increasing the intensity of your hikes, this article provides valuable insights into injury prevention strategies and optimizing your hiking experience.

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A Guide to Making SMART Goals

Setting goals is a powerful way to turn aspirations into reality, but not all goals are created equal. To enhance your goal-setting success, consider the SMART criteria – an acronym that encapsulates the key elements of effective goal setting.

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Is Physiotherapy Right For Me?

This article explores the effectiveness of physiotherapy, highlighting its personalized approach in addressing musculoskeletal pain, sports injuries, and post-surgical recovery, making it an ideal choice for optimizing physical well-being.

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7 Tips to Alleviate Coccydynia Discomfort: Managing Tailbone Pain Effectively

Coccydynia, characterized by pain in the coccyx or tailbone area, can significantly impact one's quality of life. Whether caused by injury, trauma, or underlying medical conditions, managing coccydynia requires a comprehensive approach. This article presents 7 tips to help individuals cope with coccydynia and ease the discomfort associated with this condition.

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Stepping Back into Stride: Navigating the Road to Recovery from Ankle Sprains

This blog post sheds light on the common occurrence of ankle sprains, detailing their anatomy, symptoms, and the importance of proper care. The piece introduces a new approach to soft tissue injury management, replacing the traditional "RICE" method with "PEACE & LOVE," and emphasizes the role of physiotherapy in the rehabilitation process, outlining timelines for healing based on the severity of the sprain.

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