Physiotherapy Fact Sheet Downloads

Downloadable PDF Fact Sheets

We've put together the following selection of fact sheets with general and detailed information as well as some useful rehabilitation exercises and advice.

Please note: all advice contained within these sheets is general advice only and should not be taken in place of professional assessment.

Achilles Tendinopathy

The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body, connecting the calf muscle to the heel. Achilles Tendinopathy is a common overuse injury that affects the Achilles tendon.

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Ice Vs Heat

Many people often ask the question “when do I use ice vs. heat?” The answer is that it depends on the type of injury and how old the injury is.

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Lymphoedema

Lymphoedema is the accumulation of excessive amounts of protein-rich fluid resulting in the swelling of one or more regions of the body.

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Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain. The Plantar Fascia is the flat band of tissue that connects your heel bone to your toes, supporting the foot’s arch.

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Sleeping Posture

Approximately one-third of our lives are spent in bed therefore it is extremely important that we adopt correct sleeping postures to maintain a healthy spine.

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Tennis Elbow

Tennis elbow is an overuse injury to the outside of the elbow. It is the inflammation of the common wrist extensor tendon at its attachment to the outer elbow.

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Vertigo

Vertigo is a type of dizziness. It is described as a ‘spinning’ feeling in the head that is often brought on by sudden changes of head position.

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All content on this website is for general information only. Content including text, images and links should not be used in place of professional medical advice and diagnosis. Only a professionally trained health care provider should be used to offer medical advice, diagnosis and treatment.We hold no liability or responsibility for any injury or complication that may arise from following this information independently. If you require specific information on a particular injury please contact us to book an appointment.