ACL Injury Rehabilitation
An ACL tear is one that typically sidelines an athlete for an extended period, regardless of their level of professionalism in their sport. The journey of recovery is certainly well documented and fortunately there are some solid scientific guidelines for...
Physiotherapy for Ankle Injury
Post by Will Thwaite (BPhty(Hons), BSc, Physiotherapist APAM) Sprained ankles are very common injuries that do not just happen in sport. Ankle sprains can also occur by stepping on uneven surfaces or objects, slipping or tripping. The term “sprain” means a ligament...
Mechanotherapy
Post by Sam Donaldson (M.PhtySt, BAppSci(HMS), Physiotherapist APAM SMAM) Justifying the physical approach to therapy in rehabilitation and performance. Every fortnight at RHP Physiotherapy, we are fortunate to have implemented an in-service program, through which our therapists are afforded the opportunity to...
Nutrition For Injury Management & Mitigation
Post by Andrew Hall, Accredited Sports Dietitian & Exercise Scientist (BExSc, BHSc (Hons), MDietSt) – Apple to Zucchini Sports Nutrition Did you know that it takes three times more energy to cover the same distance on crutches as it does compared...