Foot and heel pain is common. It may be associated with damage to the plantar fascia or with the nerves that pass into the foot. Foot pain is also commonly associated with poor biomechanics and a foot that is unable to cope with loading. Treatment will involve assessment of the whole lower limb and management of factors throughout the trunk or leg which may be contributing to the problem. Your physiotherapist may also choose to use taping or an orthotic to help support the foot.

Calf injuries and achilles pain are common and experienced by a wide range of the population. Trauma overuse and poor biomechanics are common causes of these problems. Your physiotherapist will review your biomechanics, muscle length and strength and will guide you through an appropriate rehabilitation programme.

The ankle is the most commonly injured joint in the body. Normal ankle function relies on stability, strength and good balance reactions. These functions are frequently compromised as a result of injury and may not recover spontaneously. Your physiotherapist is trained to assess and manage ankle pain and dysfunction.

'Shin splints' is a term used to describe pain arising from the inside or outside of the shins. It is frequently seen in adolescents and accounts for over 50% of all overuse injuries affecting the lower limb. It is usually associated with poor biomechanics, muscle imbalance or overuse. Your physiotherapist is able to identify and address contributing factors and advise you on activity modification to allow for recovery.

Physiotherapists regularly see knee and joint sprains. Your physiotherapist is trained to assess and manage your knee joint injury. Pain at the knee may also arise as a result of biomechanical problems and may become apparent as you grow or take up a new sporting or leisure activity. A physiotherapist is able to provide a programme of stretching and strengthening before and after knee surgery (ligament reconstruction, meniscectomy, joint replacment) to optimise recovery.

Leg pain arising from your back (sciatica) can often be successfully managed with physiotherapy. Treatment may include acupuncture to help settle pain and the use of taping to help unload painful nerves. Your physiotherapist may also treat your back and will guide you on which exercises and activity you can safely perform.

Hip joint sprains, strains and arthritis are commonly treated by physiotherapists. Osteoarthritic joints (joints affected by wear and tear) often respond well to gentle stretching and a programme of graduated strengthening. We can see you before and after your hip joint replacement surgery to optimise the outcome of this surgery.

Few of us will escape experiencing an episode of severe back pain in our lives and for many back pain may become a chronic and disabling problem. Our physiotherapists have a wealth of knowledge and experience in treating back pain. Our emphasis is not just on restoring motion to joints and soft tissues but addressing the changes that will occur in the muscle function around the truck and pelvis following an episode of back pain. We can advise, manage and help prevent future episodes.

Tendonitis, sprains, strains and carpel tunnel syndrome are just some of the wrist and hand problems seen by physiotherapists. Treatment options may include, splinting, stretching, joint and tissue manipulation and muscle strengthening.

You don't need to play tennis to develop a tennis elbow. Tennis of golfer's elbow are common and are often the result of overuse. Identification of biomechanical or muscle balance problems is important in successful management of these problems. Your physiotherapist is able to assess and identify factors which may be causing the problem and will address these with appropriate treatment and exercise.

The shoulder joint is the most mobile joint in the body. Successful function at this joint requires a balance between mobility and stability. Pain at the shoulder is one of the most common problems we see and may arise as the result of an injury or because the supporting structures around the shoulder are not performing effectively. Your physiotherapist will examine your shoulder and formulate a rehabilitation programme appropriate to your individual problem.

Neck pain can arise as a consequence of injury, sustained postures or as a result of wear and tear (degenerative) change. Treatment may involve manual therapy to restore joint motion, soft tissue therapy to over active, shortened muscles and strengthening to help support the neck. Your physiotherapist will also advise you on factors to help keep your neck pain free-postural, work postures, the right pillow etc.

Headaches may arise from the neck and associated soft-tissues. Your physiotherapist is qualified to assess and treat these types of headaches. Treatment may include manual therapy to restore joint mobility, soft tissue therapy and exercises to help support the head and neck. Your physiotherapist will also address postural problems and factors in your lifestyle which may be contributing to your headache.

The jaw articulates with facial bones directly infront of the ear and is controlled by strong muscles responsible for its movement. Problems affecting the joint my result in facial pain and headaches. Problems at this joint may be identified by your dentist. Your physiotherapist is qualified to assess and manage these problems.