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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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Dead 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…
Read moreMeralgia Paresthetica
Meralgia Paresthetica is the painful condition of compression to the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve. “Meralgia” means neuralgic pain of the thigh, and “Paresthetica” comes from paresthesia, which means altered sensation, usually referring to burning or prickling sensations. Meralgia Paresthetica can also be known as Bernhardt-Roth syndrome. Compression of any nerve will cause a restricted blood…
Read moreHip Stress Fracture
Stress Fracture in Hip A hip stress fracture is a painful condition that can occur following increased strain on the hip joint. A stress fracture in the hip is typically seen in professional athletes, military recruits, endurance runners, and other athletes with high volumes of high-impact training. It is caused by the repetitive stress of…
Read moreFAI Femoroacetabular Impingement
What is FAI hip? FAI, or femoroacetabular impingement, is a condition or syndrome that is a common cause of hip pain. The hip is a ball and socket joint, the femoral head and the acetabulum. Impingement of the hip joint can occur when the shape of the ball or socket (or both) causes a pinch in…
Read moreAvascular Necrosis of the Hip: Symptoms, Causes and Exercises
Avascular necrosis of the hip can also be termed osteonecrosis or ischemic necrosis of the femoral head. The bone structure weakness and the integrity of the structure can be lost. This leads to progressive secondary arthritis and can result in the collapse of the bone. This is caused by abnormal microcirculation and leads to cell death…
Read moreCauses of Outer Hip Pain?
Hip Bursitis vs Tendonitis There are several similar symptoms between hip bursitis and tendonitis. Common symptoms of both include pain on the outside of the hip, and pain when crossing legs or lying on your side. Activities such as walking, running or climbing stairs can be painful for both conditions. A difference is the quality…
Read moreHip Bursitis: Symptoms, Causes & Exercises
What Is Bursitis Of The Hip? Bursitis is the inflammation of these bursae caused by excessive friction, compression or infection. The most common hip bursitis is that of the greater trochanteric bursa. A bursa is a fluid-filled sack, a bit like a balloon, and there are over 150 of these in our bodies. The bursa…
Read moreHip Bursitis Exercises to Avoid
Hip bursitis is a painful condition that occurs when the bursa, small fluid-filled sacs that cushion the hip joint, become inflamed. Certain exercises, especially those that compress the inflamed bursa, can aggravate the condition. Understanding which movements to avoid is key to managing your symptoms and promoting recovery. Exercises to Avoid with Hip Bursitis The…
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