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Golfer’s Elbow (Medial epicondyle Tendinopathy)

CUMBERLAND PHYSIOTHERAPY PARRAMATTA: Golfer’s elbow is tendinous overload injury of the tendon on the inside of the elbow, usually due to overuse. As its name implies, it is a condition common in golfers. However, as with all sporting injuries, this condition can affect anyone. Golfer’s elbow is similar to Tennis elbow, occurring on the inside […]

Physio Suggestions for a Healthier New Year

CUMBERLAND PHYSIOTHERAPY PARRAMATTA: Our health is something that is easy to take for granted, and it’s not until we’ve experienced a real loss of ability or comfort that we fully appreciate our health. It’s a phrase we’ve all no doubt heard, but prevention really is the best medicine. The new year is often the time […]

Strengthen to Lengthen- Does it work?

CUMBERLAND PHYSIOTHERAPY PARRAMATTA: Improving flexibility by stretching is a core tenant of most exercise programs. We have all heard the adage to stretch and warm-up before exercise to help prevent injuries and there is no doubt that stretching can just feel amazing! It can be surprising to learn that sometimes, the answer to improving flexibility […]

Focus on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

 What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? CUMBERLAND PHYSIOTHERAPY PARRAMATTA: The carpal tunnel is a small space base of the hand. This tunnel is covered by a thick ligament and creates a small tunnel where various nerves, arteries and tendons pass through from the forearm into the hand. If anything causes this space to be reduced, these […]

Focus on Thoracic Mobility

CUMBERLAND PHYSIOTHERAPY: Almost everyone will experience lower back and neck pain at some point in their lives, even if just in the form of a slight neck twinge after sleeping in an odd position. Spinal pain of the thoracic region is much less common, however, you might be surprised to know how important this part […]

Five Physio Tips to Help Improve Your Health

CUMBERLAND PHYSIOTHERAPY: There’s no doubt that doing the right thing for your health can be difficult. Whether that involves eating healthier, exercising more, flossing your teeth or even doing your physio exercises, the best choice is not always the most comfortable.  Once a habit has formed and become part of your routine, making the right […]

What Is Chronic Ankle Instability

   Chronic ankle instability, as the name implies, is a chronic condition of instability affecting the ankle and it’s surrounding structures. It usually develops after a severe ankle sprain. However, some people are born with less stable ankles; these individuals are generally extra flexible throughout their bodies. Approximately 20% of ankle sprains lead to chronic […]

Five Reasons To See a Physiotherapist After Injury

 There is no doubt that the human body can be very resilient. Short of regenerating new limbs, our bodies are capable of recovering from large amounts of damage, including broken bones. With this in mind, many people are happy to let nature take it’s course following an injury, thinking that seeing a physiotherapist will only […]

Focus on Calf Tears

 What are they? The calf muscles refer to a group of muscles at the back of the lower leg that act to point the foot away from the body and play an important role in walking and running. A tear or strain of these muscles occurs when some or all of the muscle fibres are […]

Surprising Skills That Improve With Age

 Many of us associate ageing with a decline of skills and quality of life. However, the truth is not as black and white as this. While certain skills and functions do tend to suffer as we age, surprisingly there are many abilities that actually improve as we grow older.  Some studies have shown that happiness […]