These articles have been written with the intention of providing evidence based advice for normal everyday folk with common MSK conditions. They have been written from my perspective as an experienced MSK physiotherapist with reference to the latest evidence and also my personal experience in managing the conditions in clinical practice. This is a work in progress. The first article was published in August 2021 and hopefully more will follow over the coming months and years. Click on the condition to open the article.
General MSK Conditions
Diet & Supplements for Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis & Osteoarthritis - The Differences and Similarities
CRPS (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome)
Spinal MSK Conditions
Low Back Pain Exercise Programme
Upper Limb MSK Conditions
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome & 3 Good Exercises for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome & 3 Good Exercises for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
De Quervains Tenosynovitis & Intersection Syndrome
Distal Radioulnar Joint Problems
Golfers Elbow & 3 Good Exercises for Golfers Elbow
Hand & Finger Nodal Arthritis - Self Help Ideas
Lumps & Bumps around the Hand & Wrist
Best Thumb Splints for Thumb Arthritis
Tennis Elbow & 3 Good Exercises for Tennis Elbow
Trigger Finger / Trigger Thumb
10 Common Causes of Finger Pain
Ulno-carpal / Ulnar Border Wrist Pain
Wrist Fracture Management and Exercises
Lower Limb MSK Conditions
Big Toe Osteoarthritis (Hallux Rigidus / Limitus)
Meralgia Paraesthetica & 3 Good Exercises for Meralgia Paraesthetica
Plantar Heel Pain (Plantar Fasciitis) & 3 Good Exercises for Plantar Heel Pain
Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD) & 3 Good Exercises for PTTD
Health & Well-Being
How to Retire Well and Keep Fit & Healthy
The Sitting Epidemic - Dangers of Sitting too much at Work
How to use a Massage Gun for Back and Muscle pain
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These articles provide general information related to various medical conditions and their treatment. They are intended for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment provided by a doctor or other qualified health care professional. The information provided does not constitute personal advice or guarantee of outcome and should not be used to diagnose yourself or others. You should never ignore advice provided by a health care professional because of something you have seen or read on this website. You should always consult a doctor or other qualified health care professional for personal medical advice.