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Healthy New Years Resolutions!

By Nick Rowe, Dec 2024 New Years resolutions It’s that time of year where New Years Resolutions are made. Approximately 50% of those resolutions will be to “get fitter and exercise more”....

Plantar Fasciitis

By Nick Rowe, Nov 2024 What is plantar fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis (PLAN-tur fas-e-I-tis) or Plantar Fasciopathy as it's now commonly referred to is one of the most common causes of heel...

Osgood-Schlatter and Sever Disease – Evidence based advice.

By Nick Rowe, Oct 2024 Osgood-Schlatter Disease Osgood Schlatter Disease (sometimes also called Traction Apophysitis) is a term used to describe pain in the area just below the knee....

Acute Soft Tissue Injury Management – Expert evidence based advice.

By Nick Rowe, Sept, 2024 What is a soft tissue injury? Participation in sport, recreational activities and exercise bring with it the inherent risk of injury. Soft tissue injuries are the most...

Osteoarthritis: How can physiotherapy help?

By Nick Rowe, July, 2024 Osteoarthritis is a common condition affecting the joints and can cause pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. It is estimated that around 8.75 million people have sought...

I love running but do I really need to do strength training?

By Nick Rowe, Feb 2024 As a Physiotherapist this is a common question I hear when rehabilitating an injured runner and it’s completely understandable. The very reason a lot of people like...