The term tendonitis is used to describe a painful and inflamed tendon. A tendon is the strong cord or band of tissue that attaches the muscle to the bone and assists in the movement of joints and bone...

For many of us, the 50s are the decade in which we finally have the confidence, the time and the resources to take up new interests and perhaps even new sports. But at the same time, it’s often in o...

Cartilage, or menisci, cover the surface of joints throughout the body and offer a smooth surface by which the bones can move across each other. There are two main purposes in acting as a shock absorb...

Almost everyone will experience some kind of injury at some time, whether it is due to tripping or falling, overuse, a degenerative condition or a sports injury. The important thing is to ensure that ...

We've put together a little infographic on how to manage injuries. What you do immediately after incurring an injury can determine the treatment you require and the length of time you may spend recove...

The spinal column (vertebrae column) extends from the skull to the pelvis and consists of 33 different vertebrae. This column is then subdivided into the Cervical, Thoracic, lumbar, Sacrum and Coccyx ...

Products that help to protect and support the knee following injury and to prevent further damage are widely available. There are many different styles and types to choose from, and they can be used t...

As we approach the summer months the tennis bug begins to take hold of the country, the strawberries and cream are given prominence in the supermarkets, the tennis courts at the local park suddenly be...

Osteoarthritis of the knee refers to the gradual reduction (degradation) of cartilage within the knee joint. A degenerative condition, it can affect any age group, though typically affects the older g...