Iliotibial Band (ITB) syndrome is one of the most common causes of lateral (outside) knee pain in both runners and non-runners. In this article, we’ll explore the anatomy of the iliotibial band and its relationship to the knee, its functional role, common symptoms and mechanisms of injury, risk factors and strategies to help you recover and return to activity.

Achilles tendon ruptures are receiving quite some airtime in sports media at present, with seven players in the recent NBA season experiencing this injury.

The Achilles tendon is in fact the strongest tendon in the body, but it is also the most frequently ruptured.

 But before we get into how and why this is so, let’s first dive into what a tendon is…

Vestibular migraines are another condition we see in the clinic, with close ties to those experiencing vertigo.

Hamstring injuries are one of the most common soft tissue injuries, particularly in athletes and active individuals. Understanding the mechanics of the hamstring muscles, the causes of injury and the rehabilitation process is crucial for recovery.

Here we investigate how to manage tendinopathies, focusing on early interventions, modifying training approaches and specific treatments for key tendinopathies.

Like any other tissue in the body, tendons are susceptible to injury and degeneration, leading to a condition known as tendinopathy. Let’s breakdown why tendinopathies occur.

Headaches stem from a variety of causes such as mechanical, hormonal, dietary and stress-related factors, which means a holistic approach to headache management is essential.

Understand the intricacies of intervertebral disc injuries (such as disc herniations) as we explore when they occur, the mechanisms at play and how they manifest in pain.

As summer approaches on the stunning Gold Coast, many of us are eager to shed those winter layers and get into shape for the beach season. Whether you're aiming to improve your fitness, work on your aesthetics or just enjoy the sunshine more, it's essential to approach your fitness goals safely.

Have you ever woken up in the morning to find that the first few steps you take out of bed cause excruciating pain underneath your heel? The most common cause of pain at this site is a condition traditionally known as plantar fasciitis, which we now refer to as plantar fasciopathy.

Headaches arising from the neck are cervicogenic headaches. They are categorised as a secondary headache in that the pain experienced is a symptom of another disorder, in this case a disorder or lesion of the upper cervical spine (neck).

In July 2022, we were involved in the U16’s Australian Basketball Championships as the osteopath for the Queensland teams.

Stress fractures are a common overuse injury that many people suffer from. Here’s how they are treated.