Frozen Shoulder: A Comprehensive Summary for Healthcare Professionals Frozen shoulder (FS), also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a common condition characterized by significant pain and stiffness of the shoulder joint, resulting in functional impairment. This summary synthesizes key findings from four foundational studies, providing an evidence-based overview of FS’s etiology, progression, diagnosis, differential diagnoses, management,... Continue Reading →
My time working in the MSK Outpatient Physiotherapy Department at University Hospital Sussex, under the leadership of Chris Mercer, has been one of the most enriching chapters of my career. As I prepare to close this chapter and move forward, I want to reflect on the profound learning, personal growth, and gratitude I carry from... Continue Reading →
The 2018 Meniscal Surgery Guidelines by the British Association for Surgery of the Knee (BASK) provide a comprehensive roadmap for assessing and managing meniscal injuries. Whether you’re a seasoned clinician or early in your career, these guidelines emphasize evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and the importance of non-operative approaches where appropriate. Here's a breakdown of the... Continue Reading →
Attending the CSP 2024 Conference in Manchester was more than just a professional milestone—it was a profound opportunity to learn, connect, and grow. Presenting my poster at this event felt like stepping into a vibrant, dynamic research community where ideas flourish, challenges are shared, and inspiration is contagious. (Find the poster here) It reminded me... Continue Reading →
At the 2024 CSP Conference in Manchester, UK, I had the privilege of presenting a poster that highlighted original research conducted in collaboration with Clair Hebron during my master’s degree. Below, I’ve shared the poster along with key references and resources to provide deeper context to our work. Poster CN CSP V5Download References and resources ... Continue Reading →
(Greenhalgh, Finucane, Mercer, & Selfe, 2020) Aim: Promote safety-netting as best practice Methods: Editorial + clinical examples Limitations: Author's views In practice: - Working collaboratively with the person to monitor symptoms: Therapeutic alliance, Shared Decision Making- Use time as a reasoning tool: resolving symptoms or red flag developing- Clear communication required- Anticipating patient's at riskImportant... Continue Reading →
When consulting for a physiotherapist for the first time it is difficult to know what to expect and understand what will happen and why. This post has been written to provide insights about the first appointment and explanations about the assessment part. Why will your physio will perform an assessment? Safety first. "Primum non Nocere".... Continue Reading →
This is the story of Alice who accepted to share with you her experience of her sciatica. She wrote this post and allowed me to translate it in English and publish it here. I am grateful for this, as sharing lived experiences is extremely valuable. Part 1: The vicious circle It all started in October... Continue Reading →
Several names exist for this issue: Tennis elbow, lateral elbow pain / tendinopathy, epicondylalgia, epicondylitis … They all refer to the same problem. Foreword: This post has been written in relation to the reading and analysis of 6 recent literature reviews that synthesise the current scientific evidence about tennis elbow . These papers have been... Continue Reading →
(Vuvan, Vicenzino, Mellor, Heales, & Coombes, 2019) Aims: To investigate the effect of an 8-week unsupervised program of isometric exercise compared to a wait-and-see approach on pain, disability, global improvement, and pain-free grip strength in participants with unilateral LET. Methods: RCT in Australia. Inclusion: 18-70 years old, unilateral LET >6 weeks, pain >2 on average,... Continue Reading →
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