What is your toxic trait?

What is your toxic trait?

Some refer to this as the “check engine light” flashing on your body’s dashboard which is continually being ignored. I think rather than merely ignoring it, we intentionally shove that poisonous mushroom into the deepest darkest corner that we need not deal with the...
What if physiotherapy isn’t what you need?

What if physiotherapy isn’t what you need?

Many patients mention on arrival that they weren’t sure if they should start with a doctor or a physiotherapist for their [musculoskeletal] pain. You can all assume what my answer is to that but let me explain why. Physiotherapists are “first line” practitioners. The...
What is causing your shoulder pain?

What is causing your shoulder pain?

Until we answer this question, treating the pain will be a hit and miss and considering the number of conditions which may cause shoulder pain, more often than not, it will be a ‘miss’! We can make many (potentially incorrect) assumptions: Older people are more likely...
5 Reasons why Padel tennis is bad for you

5 Reasons why Padel tennis is bad for you

Well, its not all bad but there are a few things to consider, so since I’ve got your attention, here it is!   “Action” sports are usually popular because it offers something for everyone. Low skilled players get extra chances because the ball doesn’t go out as...
How to make an informed treatment decision

How to make an informed treatment decision

Now and then I receive a message asking for a session of dry needling or the price thereof. For some reason, it happens far more with this invasive treatment method than any other, and it leaves me wondering where the relationship between informed consent and patient...