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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Understanding Neck, Shoulder and Arm Symptoms

Neck, Shoulder / By

Pain, tingling, heaviness or weakness travelling from the neck or shoulder into the arm can affect everyday activities more than people expect. You may notice it while working at a computer, driving, carrying groceries, reaching for a high shelf, exercising at the gym, or even brushing your teeth. One possible cause is thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS). …

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Understanding the Rotator Cuff: Part 2: Rotator Cuff Injuries Explained: Symptoms, Recovery & Treatment Options

Shoulder / By

Understand rotator cuff injuries, symptoms, and how physiotherapy or surgery can help. Recovery tips and treatment plans from a clinical perspective. Shoulder pain can make everyday tasks—like reaching for a cup or getting dressed—feel surprisingly difficult. One of the most common reasons for this type of pain is an injury to the rotator cuff. In …

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Understanding the Rotator Cuff: Part 1: What Is the Rotator Cuff? A Physiotherapist’s Guide to Shoulder Function

Shoulder / By

Learn how the rotator cuff works, what muscles are involved, and why it’s essential for shoulder stability and arm movement, explained by a physiotherapist. Have you ever wondered why shoulder injuries are so common—and often so frustrating to deal with? A big reason is the rotator cuff. This small but powerful group of muscles and …

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Caregiver Self-Care: Physiotherapy Tips to Prevent Burnout and Injury

Fitness and Recovery, Home Physiotherapy / By

Caring for others—whether you’re supporting a loved one at home or working in a healthcare setting—is physically and emotionally demanding. But many caregivers neglect their own health, leading to fatigue, chronic pain, or even injury.As physiotherapists, we understand the toll caregiving can take on the body and mind. This guide provides practical, physiotherapy-informed self-care tips …

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Frozen Shoulder: Why It Happens and How Physiotherapy Can Help You Recover

Shoulder / By

Have you noticed that your shoulder has become so stiff and painful that even simple tasks, such as brushing your hair, reaching into a cupboard, or putting on a jacket, feel almost impossible? If so, you may be dealing with frozen shoulder (also known as adhesive capsulitis). This condition can feel frustrating, but you’re not …

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