Physiotherapy Tips for Cycling

Physiotherapy Tips for Cycling

We all know that the wagon will only go as fast as the donkey that pulls it, yet how many of us actually spend the same time scrutinising ourselves as what we do on our bikes? What starts off as a slight niggle can soon escalate and hamper your performance. Source of...
Strain Recovery: Tip #4

Strain Recovery: Tip #4

As addressed in previous blogs, the first 3 steps in the recovery of a ligament strain are: RICE. The RICE Principle (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) is a good first step following a ligament sprain. Check in with your physiotherapist who will assess your strength,...
Strain recovery: Tip #2

Strain recovery: Tip #2

Last week we addressed the RICE Principle (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) as a good first step following a ligament sprain. Tip#2: Get relief. If you have injured your ankle or wrist and experience swelling and limited movement, you probably have sprained a...