The acromioclavicular joint (ACJ) is a common area of injury in sports, usually caused by a fall onto the bony tip of the shoulder or by a hard impact to the shoulder. The acromioclavicular joint is surrounded by a joint capsule, with additional support from ligaments (acromioclavicular ligaments and coracoclavicular ligament, which is made of […]
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A complete Achilles tendon rupture commonly occurs in athletes aged between 30 and 40 and is 10 times more likely to occur in male athletes.
An ankle sprain occurs when the foot is forcefully twisted or rolled to one side (inward or outward). This most commonly occurs with the foot rolling inward, resulting in damage to the ligaments on the outer side of the ankle. These ligaments become overstretched and may tear.
Reducing calorie intake is a good way to start your weight loss journey – we are giving our body fewer calories to store as fat.
It is a good idea to keep track of our progress. Using a diary can help us monitor our activities, changes, and achievements.
Adhesive capsulitis / frozen shoulder is characterised by stiffness and pain in the shoulder (occurs in the glenohumeral joint). Symptoms gradually worsen throughout the life of the condition and then usually resolve over an average time of 1.5 - 3 years.
Acute wry neck is characterised by a sudden onset of neck pain associated with an extreme limitation in neck movement.
Nutrient timing is the concept of eating specific amounts of macronutrients (carbs, protein and fat) at specific times – usually based on the type and routine of physical training.
To maximise our performance, we need to be well nourished, uninjured and fit. we should pay close attention to when, what and how much we eat and drinks prior, during and after training or a sports event.
Fats are not made equal. Some fats are vital for the health of our body, and some may cause ill health if consumed in excess amounts over a period of time.