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Welcome to the Flawless Physio Advice Centre. In this section you will find helpful information in a range of formats, from blogs and vlogs to links to our YouTube Channel. Our aim is to help you resolve your symptoms, improve your lifestyle and keep you active. Please feel free to share comments on our social media, ask questions, share our information or contact us for help and guidance.
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Tight Calves Running
The calf muscles work throughout your running stride, so they can quickly become overloaded and tight. There can be several reasons for this, and we will explain why you get tight calves running and how to ease your tight calves from running. Below are the 3 key reasons you can experience tight calves running. Watch…
Read moreExercises for Flat Feet
Flat Feet are medically known as pes planus. They can be genetic, or you can develop flat feet over time. Adult-acquired flat feet are the result of muscle weakening over a period of time. We created this article to provide exercises you can use to improve the strength of your feet. Below are the best…
Read moreHip Pain Location Diagram
Hip pain is common and can have many causes, from sports injuries to falls, wear and tear, and joint degeneration. We have depicted the most common causes of hip pain on these diagrams of hip pain location from different angles. Knowing these pain patterns can help narrow down the likely diagnosis and refine a clinical…
Read moreBone Spur on the top of the foot
What is a Bone Spur? A bone spur (osteophyte) is a small growth of additional bone that occurs at the end of a bone, usually where two bones meet. These bone spurs are commonly seen in the foot due to 30 joints being present. Patients often notice a slight bump appearing on the top of…
Read moreAnkle Mobility Exercises
Mobility of the ankle joint plays a vital role in most of our daily activities, such as walking, using the stairs, transitioning from sitting to standing and crouching down. Several factors can contribute to a reduction in the range of movement of the ankle joint; in most cases, ankle mobility exercises can rectify these issues….
Read moreSigns Plantar Fasciitis is Healing
Plantar Fasciitis is one of the most common forms of foot pain, accounting for 11-15% of all foot complaints that require medical intervention. The Plantar Fascia attaches the heel bone to the forefoot and plays an integral role in the structural stability of the foot’s medial arch. If the Plantar Fascia becomes overloaded, it can become inflamed…
Read more10 Signs You May Have A Morton’s Neuroma
Morton’s Neuroma is a painful condition of the ball of the foot in the web space of the 3rd and 4th toes. It can be a debilitating condition that reduces your physical activity level due to the intensity of the symptoms. Morton’s Neuroma is more common in middle-aged women, and a UK study found a…
Read moreDead Leg
What is a Dead Leg? The Oxford Dictionary defines a dead leg as “an injury that occurs when somebody’s upper leg is hit by somebody else’s knee”. This is a relatively common injury in contact sports where two people might collide, and the impact is taken to the quadriceps muscle. A Dead Leg can also…
Read morePerthes Disease
What is Perthes Disease? Legg-Calve-Perthes disease is named after the three doctors who discovered it. It affects young children, most commonly children aged 4 to 10 years. It is much more common in boys, five times more likely than in girls. It usually affects one hip. Both hips are affected in only 10% to 15% of…
Read moreTotal Hip Replacement (THR)
A total hip replacement is an orthopaedic procedure that involves replacing the head of the femur and the acetabulum of the pelvis with artificial components. These components replicate the ball and socket of the hip joint and are commonly crafted from metal, ceramic, or plastic. A less invasive alternative to total hip replacement is hip…
Read morePinky Toe Pain
Pinky Toe Pain, also known as 5th Metatarsal pain, refers to pain on the little toe on the outer side of your foot. One of the main functions of your Pinky Toe is to assist with balance and proprioception. However, it is on the edge of your foot, which can make it susceptible to injury….
Read moreTop 5 Mistakes After Knee Replacement
A Knee replacement, also known as a knee arthroplasty, is a very common and successful surgery for people suffering from severe arthritis and pain in the knee joint. This article will provide you with the top 5 mistakes after a Knee Replacement based on our extensive clinical experience. Watch this video on YouTube 1. Not…
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