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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...
What is Joint Hypermobility?

What is Joint Hypermobility?

Joint hypermobility is the ability of the joint to move through a range more than what is considered normal. This may or may not result in problems for someone who is hypermobile. It can increase the risk of injury or enhance sports performance and is found to be more...
Managing Asthma with Physiotherapy

Managing Asthma with Physiotherapy

Asthma is a relatively common condition that affects the respiratory system, symptoms include shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness, cough and difficulty breathing. It affects an estimated 262 million people (in 2019) and is the most common chronic disease...