MSK articles

Just keep walking

Is there anything better than pulling on your comfy trainers and heading outdoors for a walk? With the first breath…

2 years ago

Five tips for healthy hands

Written by hand therapist Catherine Reid, B.App. Sci, (OT), M.Sci (H&UL rehab), MAHTA (As awarded by the AHTA), CHT(USA) It's…

2 years ago

Baker’s cyst – nothing to do with baked goods

Although it sounds like it, a Baker’s cyst isn’t named after an occupation like housemaid’s knee (prepatellar bursitis), policeman’s heel…

2 years ago

Can hand therapist help you?

Written by hand therapist Catherine Reid, B.App. Sci, (OT), M.Sci (H&UL rehab), MAHTA (As awarded by the AHTA), CHT(USA) A…

2 years ago

Therein lies the rub… topical pain relievers

Creams, sprays, liniments, ointments, patches, rubs & gels If you open most medicine cabinets or bathroom cupboards, you’ll more than likely…

2 years ago

Embracing happiness

COVID numbers are up and masks are back. The stupid virus and its many variants just keep on giving 😥.…

2 years ago

Self-care tips

Looking for ways to put more ‘care’ into your self-care game? We’ve got 21 tips to help you! 1. There’s…

2 years ago

Low-impact cardio exercises to get you moving

Pilates, yoga, and tai chi How’s your exercise routine going? Are you doing the amount of activity recommended in the…

2 years ago

10 tips for protecting your hands and arms when cycling

Guest blog by hand therapist Catherine Reid, B.App. Sci, (OT), M.Sci (H&UL rehab), MAHTA (As awarded by the AHTA), CHT…

2 years ago

What is axial spondyloarthritis?

It’s definitely a mouthful, but what is axial spondyloarthritis? Axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) is the umbrella term for two different types…

2 years ago