Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy after Cervical Cancer Treatment
As part of Cervical Cancer Awareness Week, we wanted to take the opportunity in this blog to shine a light on the important role that specialist pelvic health physiotherapy can play.
How Do I Know If I Sprained My Ankle?
Ankle sprains ordinarily occur during exercise or sports requiring a rapid change of direction, jumping and landing. However, an ankle sprain can also occur from something as simple as missing a step or rolling your ankle on an uneven surface.
Pelvic Muscle Training in Men
Weak or damaged pelvic floor muscles can soon be strengthened as these muscles responds quite well to targeted muscle training, many patients find even a short course of physiotherapy helped them immensely.
Osteoporosis in Men
One in four men over the age of 50 will break bones during their lifetime due to Osteoporosis. Typically, osteoporosis is thought to be a disease that affects only women; however, this is untrue.
What is Prostatitis?
Prostatitis is inflammation (swelling) of the prostate gland. It can be a very painful and distressing condition. Prostatitis is most common between men in their 30’s to 50’s.
Physiotherapy after Prostate Surgery
Physiotherapy is recommended to all patients who have a prostatectomy. Its main goals are to minimise pain, reduce urinary incontinence, regain sexual function, reduce bowel problems, improve muscle strength.
Movember - Mens Health Awareness Month
Movember, also known as Men’s health awareness month, started in 2008, originally focusing on prostate and testicular cancer but over the years it has expanded to include mens mental health and suicide prevention.
Marathon Must-Knows: Common Challenges and How to Tackle Them
When planning to run a marathon there are things to think about before, during and after the race. Here are some tips.