What to Expect With Injury Healing
When injury strikes, the first thing that most of us want to know is ‘how long will this take to heal?’ Unfortunately, the answer to this can be complicated and requires at least a little understanding of how the different tissues of the body heal. Each of the tissues of the body, including muscles, tendons, […]
Tips For Helping Kids Today Stay Active
Research shows that many children today are struggling to meet their daily-recommended targets for physical activity. We know that inactivity is a risk factor for a multitude of chronic diseases and many of the habits that shape our adult lives are set in childhood. Physical activity is important for a growing body as movement and […]
Haloumi, Blueberry and Watermelon Salad
Ingredients: 200g Fresh Haloumi 1⁄4 Seedless Watermelon 100g Fresh Blueberries 1 Handful of Fresh Mint Leaves 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil 1 Tbsp. Balsamic Glaze 1. Place a frying pan on medium heat and add 1 Tbsp of olive oil. Chop haloumi into thin slices and place in a frying pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes and […]
Focus on Buttock Pain
A “pain in the butt” is often used as a funny expression, but when it happens in real life, it can be anything but amusing. Whether it’s a dull ache or a sharp jab, pain in the buttocks can make sitting, walking, or even sleeping a challenge. There are a variety of possible causes, and […]
Blue Cheese & Caramelised Onion Pizza
Ingredients: 2 Pizza Bases 2 tbsp Blue Cheese 1 cup Rocket 1 Green Pear, sliced 30 gm Parmesan Cheese 3 Onions 2 tbsp Olive Oil 1 tbsp Brown Sugar 1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar Caramelised Onion:1. Fry onions in olive oil until brown and starting to soften. 2. Add brown sugar and red wine vinegar […]
Beetroot & Walnut Risotto
Ingredients: 4 Small Fresh Beetroots 1/4 cup Shaved Parmesan Cheese 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts 2 cups of Arborio Rice 2 cups of Vegetable Stock 1/2 cup Red Wine 2 cloves of Garlic, Crushed 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil Salt & Pepper 1. Chop the beetroot into 1cm cubes and place a large frying pan on medium […]
Physiotherapy for Health and Wellness
While being healthy has always been promoted in society, in recent years, the shift towards wellness has been increasing. While the two concepts seem similar, there are some subtle differences between the two. Health refers to the state of wellbeing in physical, mental and social terms, rather than just the absence of disease. Wellness, however, […]
Spicy Tomato and Chorizo Soup
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. Olive Oil 2 Garlic Cloves, diced 1⁄2 Spanish Onion, diced 2 tins Whole Tomatoes 1 Cup Vegetarian Stock 1 Cup Red Lentils 1 Chorizo Sausage, sliced 1⁄4 Cup Fresh Basil 1 tsp. Fennel Seeds 1⁄2 tsp. Fresh Chilli, diced Salt and Pepper 1. In a medium-sized saucepan, sauté olive oil, diced onion, […]
Meniscal injuries
The knees take a lot of stress when doing medium- or high- impact activities such as running, jumping, hill-walking and playing field sports. The meniscus is commonly damaged during these activities, and can be a cause of significant pain and movement dysfunction if damaged. What is the role of the meniscus? The meniscus is a […]
Four Tips For Reducing Knee Pain
Knee pain comes in many forms with many different causes. While treatment for every person and condition will be different in each case, here are a few tips that may help to reduce knee pain throughout the day 1. Choose supportive footwear One of the biggest culprits for ongoing knee pain is wearing unsupportive or […]