Menopause and Musculoskeletal Health: Why it mattersÂ
Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life, but for many, it brings unexpected challenges that go beyond the commonly known symptoms such as hot flushes and fatigue. One of the lesser discussed yet impactful aspects of menopause is its effect on musculoskeletal (MSK) health. GUEST POST This month, we have our second guest…
Read MoreWomen in Pain:Â Sex-Based Gaps in Musculoskeletal Clinical Practice
Musculoskeletal pain remains one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, disproportionately affecting women across the lifespan. Yet, for decades, the medical and research communities have failed to adequately address the unique biological, hormonal, and psychosocial determinants of pain in women.1,2 Despite a higher prevalence of pain conditions such as fibromyalgia, migraines, osteoarthritis, and autoimmune…
Read MoreMastering the Calf Raise Test – More than just a Simple Lift
The calf muscles are a powerhouse of human movement. They are the primary plantar flexors of the ankle joint and making important contributions to lower limb function including walking, running and jumping. Their important contribution to human movement makes calf muscle function a common assessment in the clinical setting. The calf raise test (also known…
Read MoreAdhesions after Hip Arthroscopy | Treatment and prevention
Welcome back to my 3-part blog series on adhesions after arthroscopic hip surgery. In Part 1, we checked on the evidence around how big a problem this is, and the potential impacts of excessive capsular fibrosis following a hip scope. In Part 2, we looked at the risk factors and diagnosis of adhesions after hip…
Read MoreAdhesions after Hip Arthroscopy | Risk factors and diagnosis
In my last blog, we took a look at where adhesions after hip arthroscopy develop, what impact they may have, and the evidence around whether they are a problem or not. There are many reports that excessive post-operative adhesions are one of the most common reasons for failed hip arthroscopy and subsequent revision surgery.1,2,3,4,5 If…
Read MoreAdhesions after Hip Arthroscopy | A problem or not?
Have you treated patients with unexplained hip pain and restricted motion after arthroscopic surgery? Have you considered the possibility that adhesions after hip arthroscopy may be contributing to the problem? Adhesions are a natural part of healing after surgical procedures. However, where the development of scar tissue is excessive or where adhesions bind together structures…
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