Many of these exercises deliberately bend the knee through a larger range of motion, boosting the work done by your thigh muscles. But they may not be for everyone.
Articles on Physiotherapy
Displaying 1 - 20 of 53 articles
Did the cracking noise create that satisfying feeling, or did it just occur alongside a movement that felt good? Here’s what the research says.
This therapy is thought to relax the muscle, reduce inflammation, promote healing and reduce pain. But what does the science say?
A new review on exoskeleton therapy for cerebral palsy reports some promising findings.
Older women and people with diabetes are much more likely to develop this condition. So do physio or steroid injections make a difference? And what about surgery?
Many of us grew up hearing that crossing our legs was bad for our bodies. The research tells a less dramatic story.
A new review suggests exercise might not help osteoarthritis after all. But don’t write off exercise just yet. Here’s what you can do to ease the pain.
When the risks of taking prescribed opioids outweigh the benefits, it’s time to reduce your dose or stop. New research shows how to do this safely.
Research has shown physio improves physical and cognitive outcomes for babies with cerebral palsy.
Physiotherapy can help with some types of headaches, alongside medical management. If you get frequent headaches or have a new or unusual headache, see a doctor.
Unlike mat pilates, which only uses your body weight, the reformer adds resistance, so you can change the difficulty according to your level of fitness. But there are also cheaper options.
Most people with knee osteoarthritis can control their pain and improve their mobility without surgery, according to updated treatment guidelines. Here’s how.
Many are living with the burden of endometriosis and not receiving treatments that could improve their quality of life. So what might pelvic health physio involve?
Big blow up boots that squeeze your legs really tightly might look silly but can be a useful addition to sports recovery.
Although surgery is common for ACL injuries, research has shown it may not be needed in every case. Some people who have ruptured their ACL fare well with only a rehabilitation program.
Education and advice, as well as exercise, can play a role in the management of shoulder pain.
Back pain is common. One in thirteen people have it right now and worldwide a staggering 619 million people will have it this year. Chronic pain, of which back pain is the most common, is the world’s most…
The ankle protection provided by high-top shoes may not be enough to reduce sprain risk significantly. In fact, this design may reduce athletic performance, and increase risk of ankle sprain for some.
Working one arm or leg could help strengthen the corresponding injured or immobilised limb and also stop it wasting away from lack of use.
While dead hangs may be OK for people with good upper-body strength and no shoulder problems, they can be risky for some.
Top contributors
-
Senior Lecturer (Physiotherapy), RMIT University
-
Associate Professor, Physiotherapy, University of Sydney
-
Associate Professor of Physiotherapy, University of Technology Sydney
-
Lecturer in Physiotherapy, Adelaide University
-
Associate Professor in Physiotherapy, University of Technology Sydney
-
NHMRC Emerging Leader Research Fellow, Institute of Musculoskeletal Health, University of Sydney
-
Ken Nosaka is a Friend of The Conversation.
Professor of Exercise and Sports Science, Edith Cowan University
-
Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy, Victoria University
-
Professor of Muscle and Joint Health, University of Southern Denmark
-
Senior Lecturer, and Physiotherapist, La Trobe University
-
Lecturer in Exercise Science, Adelaide University
-
Canada Research Chair in Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Health, University of Saskatchewan
-
Associate professor of Physiotherapy, University of Sydney
-
Professor of Mechanical Engineering; Department Head, Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution, Texas A&M University
-
Research Fellow in Brain Plasticity and Pain, Neuroscience Research Australia