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Lateral Elbow Pain

Lateral Elbow Pain

Lateral (outside) elbow pain is a common issue that can affect people from all walks of life, not just athletes. While tennis elbow is one well-known cause, there are other conditions that can also lead to pain in the lateral elbow. This blog article will delve into...
Meniscus Injuries of the Knee

Meniscus Injuries of the Knee

The meniscus is made up of two wedge-shaped fibro-cartilage discs, namely the medial (inside of the knee) and lateral (outside of the knee) meniscus and are semi-lunar in shape. These discs are especially important to assist with load transfer in (weight on) the knee...
Persistent or Chronic Pain

Persistent or Chronic Pain

What is persistent pain? Persistent pain refers to pain in any joint/area of the body that is felt on most days of the month for more than three months. (Train Pain Academy, 2023) Pain itself is defined as: “An unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated...
What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)?

What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)?

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome is an unusual condition that occurs in less than 8% of the population. It affects women 4 times more frequently than men and is often found in younger overhead athletes. The condition is due to the compression of blood vessels and nerves in...