The Non-Surgical Approach to Patellofemoral Pain
The Most Common Cause of Knee Pain: Treating Patellofemoral Issues FACT: Knee pain is the second most common musculoskeletal complaint seen in primary care, and 85-90% of cases can be managed conservatively with physiotherapy. Patellofemoral joint pain (PFJP) is the most common cause of knee pain. It typically results from a quadriceps imbalance and poor […]
Helping Patients Stick to New Year Health Goals
New Year, New Health Goals The new year often brings a renewed focus on fitness and health. However, patients often experience physical barriers such as knee pain, back pain, or muscle soreness that prevent them from staying active. These physical challenges can lead to frustration and derail even the best intentions. Early intervention with physiotherapy […]
Diagnosing and Managing Neck Pain: A Collaborative GP-Physiotherapist Approach
FACT: General practitioners in Australia are consulted about neck pain approximately seven times a week on average. Patients presenting with neck pain often have symptoms arising from multiple contributing factors, including postural strain, joint/disc dysfunction, and potential nerve involvement. Early identification of specific patterns, such as limited ROM, cervicogenic headaches or radicular symptoms, allows for […]
Diagnosing Shoulder Tears: An Integrated GP-Physiotherapist Strategy
FACT: Over 30% of adults in Australia experience shoulder pain, with rotator cuff tears being a primary cause. FACT: In Australia, shoulder injuries make up around 12% of all musculoskeletal conditions presented in GP practices. FACT: Physiotherapy-led rehabilitation can reduce shoulder injury recovery time by up to 30% As a general practitioner, effectively diagnosing and […]
Lower Back Pain – A GP’s Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment Approach
FACT: Lower back pain affects up to 80% of adults at some point in their lives. FACT: Lower back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide. FACT: In Australia, lower back pain is the most common musculoskeletal condition, affecting 16% of the population. As a general practitioner, effectively diagnosing and managing lower back pain […]
Guiding NDIS Patients to Better Outcomes: A GP’s Role in Collaborative Musculoskeletal Treatment
FACT: As of June 30, 2024, there are 196,870 people on NDIS in New South Wales. FACT: Of these patients, 133,656 are receiving NDIS support for the first time and 4,298 initial plans have been approved as a result. FACT: Self-managed or plan-managed NDIS participants can choose to receive supports and services from unregistered providers. […]
Knee Pain Treatment: A Joint Collaborative Approach
FACT: Knee pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints, affecting 25% of adult Australians. FACT: The prevalence of knee pain has increased by over 65% in the last 20 years. FACT: Osteoarthritis, particularly knee osteoarthritis, affects 2.1 million Australians – approximately 8.3% of the population. This GP Resource delves into the importance of […]
Neck Pain Treatment: A Joint Collaborative Approach
FACT: Neck pain is reported at a mean rate of 37.2% in adult Australians FACT: General practitioners in Australia are consulted about neck pain approximately seven times a week on average. FACT: The prevalence of neck pain in adult Australians peaks at 50-54 years old in female and 45-49 years old in males. This GP […]
Critical Early Intervention: Poor Sitting Posture
Intervening with proper sitting posture is critical and simple. In a post-pandemic world where working from home has become normalised and our community’s connection to technology has increased, issues of posture-related discomfort are growingly prevalent.
A GP’s Guide to Navigating the Rise of “Running Clubs”
Plantar fasciitis. Shin splints. Achilles tendinopathy. These are all conditions that plague regular runners. Lighten your load and refer to physiotherapy for the answers. No one is immune to the rise of “running clubs” in Australia. According to the ABS in 2022, nearly 8 percent of adult Australians participated in running or jogging regularly in […]
