Diabetes is a chronic illness that affects the body’s ability to transport and utilise glucose. This means that digested carbohydrates remain in the blood instead of getting into the cells of the body where they are needed to provide energy. The result is low energy levels, muscle weakness, excess weight and other complications such as …
The joy of cycling comes from a love of fresh air, good exercise and enjoyment of the sights along the road. Unfortunately, after a cycling injury, the pleasure of getting on a bike and enjoying the freedom of the ride can be overtaken by pain and discomfort. The good news is that physiotherapists are up …
It is common for injuries to occur in the game of cricket. As a cricket player, avoiding injuries is something every player would like to possibly do. Here are the most common injuries sustained by these players, along with the symptoms and physiotherapy treatments for each injury. Knee Injuries The player most prone to knee …
A lot is being said lately about the core muscles and their role in improving athletic performance and preventing certain types of injury. However, there is some confusion about what muscles make up the “core”. The core muscles have been described as the corset of muscles that wrap around the abdomen and back. They are …
The word “cheating” always has negative connotations, whether it’s cheating on an exam, cheating on a spouse or cheating on your taxes. And with all of the above, you will eventually have to pay for your misdeeds. Exercise is no different. When you cheat to make the movements easier, you are only hurting yourself and …
Cheating in exercise: Importance of proper technique for maximum benefit Read More »
Many benefits are available to the public through the widening scope of physiotherapy. The profession addresses orthopaedic, neurological and cardiopulmonary problems among infants, children, adults and geriatric populations. Many physiotherapists consult in private practice and we treat a wide array of conditions. Orthopaedic cases (this includes sports injuries, fractures, spinal pain and headaches to name …
Back problems may be the result of an injury, a degenerative disease, poor posture, or repetitive strain. In many cases, back problems manifest themselves in the form of pain, stiffness and impaired movement, which can lead to decreased activity. In some cases, these problems are serious enough to warrant a person taking time off from …
At Advanced Orthospine Health Center, our patients’ and staff health and well being is always our highest priority. Last few weeks has been almost nothing but Coronavirus and as UAE is gradually building on alert, We have stepped up in our practice at the clinic to ensure a safe practice site. There is a ‘strict hygiene …
Usable advice (without the hype) for our clients during the Coronavirus outbreak Read More »
Sports injuries, breathing problems, long-term pain (e.g. arthritis) and other ailments are agonizing and frustrating. We all wish that there was some kind of “silver bullet” that could cure us in a flash. Unfortunately, there is rarely a quick fix when it comes to the human body and restoring full movement. However, thanks to trained …
One of the major complaints in patients seeking the help of a physiotherapist is arthritis. There are over 100 types of arthritis, but the two most common types are rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis (OA). Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that leads to pain, swelling and stiffness of the affected joints, as the cartilage which …
