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Here at Saltergate Physiotherapy Clinic we have many years of experience in treating all aspects of the musculo-skeletal system.
We can help whether your problem is as a result of an accident or sporting injury, if you have had an operation or if it is something that has just gradually come on over time.
It does not matter if your problem is acute or more long standing in nature and we are happy to treat you whether you are aged 5 or 95!
(we do ask that patients under the age of 16 are accompanied by a responsible adult at all times)
Headaches
Some headaches can be caused by problems in the upper
part of the neck.
Pain often starts at the back of the head, then spreads up
and over the top. There can also be pain along the forehead,
the brow or even behind the eye.
(read more)
Headaches
Some headaches can be caused by problems in the upper
part of the neck.
Pain often starts at the back of the head, then spreads up
and over the top. There can also be pain along the forehead,
the brow or even behind the eye.
(read more)
Neck & Arm Pain
The neck (known as the Cervical Spine)
is made up of the first 7 vertebrae
in the spine.
Its job is to support and move the head
(which weighs on average 14lbs / 6.5Kg!)
Pain frequently comes from the discs which
lie between the vertebra, or from the small
joints at the sides of the vertebra.
(read more)
Neck & Arm Pain
The neck (known as the Cervical Spine)
is made up of the first 7 vertebrae
in the spine.
Its job is to support and move the head
(which weighs on average 14lbs / 6.5Kg!)
Pain frequently comes from the discs which
lie between the vertebra, or from the small
joints at the sides of the vertebra.
(read more)
Shoulder Problems
The shoulder is a very complicated joint and
can give rise to many different problems such
as ‘Frozen Shoulder, Rotator Cuff problems,
Impingement Syndrome and joint dislocations.
(read more)
Shoulder Problems
The shoulder is a very complicated joint and
can give rise to many different problems such
as ‘Frozen Shoulder, Rotator Cuff problems,
Impingement Syndrome and joint dislocations.
(read more)
Golfers Elbow
Golfers elbow is very similar in nature to tennis elbow,
however the pain is felt on the side of the elbow nearest
the body.
It is far less common than Tennis elbow and gets its name
from overuse of the muscles on the front of the forearm,
which flex the wrist during the golf swing (this would be
in the right arm of a right handed golfer).
(read more)
Golfers Elbow
Golfers elbow is very similar in nature to tennis elbow,
however the pain is felt on the side of the elbow nearest
the body.
It is far less common than Tennis elbow and gets its name
from overuse of the muscles on the front of the forearm,
which flex the wrist during the golf swing (this would be
in the right arm of a right handed golfer).
(read more)
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
The Carpal tunnel is a small area in the wrist, through which
go many of the tendons and blood vessels passing into the hand.
There is one nerve passing through it as well, the Median nerve.
Problems such as increased tension in the forearm muscles or
restricted movement of the wrist can cause irritation and swelling
in the Carpal tunnel leading to an increase in pressure which can
compress the Median nerve.
(read more)
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
The Carpal tunnel is a small area in the wrist, through which
go many of the tendons and blood vessels passing into the hand.
There is one nerve passing through it as well, the Median nerve.
Problems such as increased tension in the forearm muscles or
restricted movement of the wrist can cause irritation and swelling
in the Carpal tunnel leading to an increase in pressure which can
compress the Median nerve.
(read more)
Tennis Elbow
Tennis elbow is characterised by pain over the
outer aspect of the elbow itself, usually when
picking something up or gripping.
(read more)
Tennis Elbow
Tennis elbow is characterised by pain over the
outer aspect of the elbow itself, usually when
picking something up or gripping.
(read more)
Anterior Knee Pain Pain over the front of the knee is often related to function of the knee cap (patella). There may be a particular problem with the strength in the thigh muscles, a biomechanical issue with the knee generally or a specific underlying disease process such as Chondromalacia Patella or Osgood Schlatters Syndrome. This sort of problem is very common in young teenagers, and especially if they participate in regular sporting activities or have just had a growth spurt. (read more)
Anterior Knee Pain Pain over the front of the knee is often related to function of the knee cap (patella). There may be a particular problem with the strength in the thigh muscles, a biomechanical issue with the knee generally or a specific underlying disease process such as Chondromalacia Patella or Osgood Schlatters Syndrome. This sort of problem is very common in young teenagers, and especially if they participate in regular sporting activities or have just had a growth spurt. (read more)
Wrist & Hand
The wrist and hand is made up of some 27 bones.
Its mobility and dexterity gives us an amazing
amount of function.
Even a very minor issue can greatly reduce our
hand function, try tying your shoe lace without
using your little finger for example!
(read more)
Wrist & Hand
The wrist and hand is made up of some 27 bones.
Its mobility and dexterity gives us an amazing
amount of function.
Even a very minor issue can greatly reduce our
hand function, try tying your shoe lace without
using your little finger for example!
(read more)
Thoracic Problems
The middle section of the spine between the neck
and low back is called the Thoracic region. It is
an important area as it affects the neck, low back
and shoulder function.
The rib cage is attached in this area too. Pain
passing through the body, as if shot by an arrow,
pain when breathing or pain running around the
chest wall are all good indicators that rib
movement is restricted.
(read more)
Thoracic Problems
The middle section of the spine between the neck
and low back is called the Thoracic region. It is
an important area as it affects the neck, low back
and shoulder function.
The rib cage is attached in this area too. Pain
passing through the body, as if shot by an arrow,
pain when breathing or pain running around the
chest wall are all good indicators that rib
movement is restricted.
(read more)
Low Back & Leg Pain
Some 90% of adults will experience low back pain
at some time of their life, most commonly between
the ages of 25 – 55. The real issue though is that
70% of sufferers will have a recurring problem.
Pain can vary from a dull ache in the low back to
very acute pain with symptoms all the way down
the leg (or on occasion legs).
(read more)
Low Back & Leg Pain
Some 90% of adults will experience low back pain
at some time of their life, most commonly between
the ages of 25 – 55. The real issue though is that
70% of sufferers will have a recurring problem.
Pain can vary from a dull ache in the low back to
very acute pain with symptoms all the way down
the leg (or on occasion legs).
(read more)
Groin Pain
A classic groin strain happens when the leg moves suddenly
out to the side, stretching the adductor muscles on the
inside of the upper thigh.
It can also strain the Deep Lateral Rotator muscles of
the hip, which are situated internally within the pelvis.
However it is not the only thing that can cause groin pain...
(read more)
Groin Pain
A classic groin strain happens when the leg moves suddenly
out to the side, stretching the adductor muscles on the
inside of the upper thigh.
It can also strain the Deep Lateral Rotator muscles of
the hip, which are situated internally within the pelvis.
However it is not the only thing that can cause groin pain...
(read more)
Ligament Sprains
Ligaments are the soft tissue structures attaching
from one bone to another across a joint.
They stabilise the joint and create a natural
limit to its movement.
When this natural limit is exceeded, or excessive
force is applied to them they can become sprained
or even ruptured.
(read more)
Ligament Sprains
Ligaments are the soft tissue structures attaching
from one bone to another across a joint.
They stabilise the joint and create a natural
limit to its movement.
When this natural limit is exceeded, or excessive
force is applied to them they can become sprained
or even ruptured.
(read more)
Knee: Ligaments and Cartilage
The knee is the largest joint in the body. Its movement initially
appears to be a simple hinge as it bends and straightens, however
subtle spins, slides and glides between the joint surfaces make it
a very complex joint.
It is a very unstable joint with the rounded end of the thigh bone
(femur) sitting on the flattened top of the shin bone (tibia).
As a result the 4 ligaments around the knee are very important
stabilising factors.
The cartilages (also called Menisci) sit between the thigh bone and
shin bone, helping the way they fit together as well as acting as
shock absorbers.
(read more)
Knee: Ligaments and Cartilage
The knee is the largest joint in the body. Its movement initially
appears to be a simple hinge as it bends and straightens, however
subtle spins, slides and glides between the joint surfaces make it
a very complex joint.
It is a very unstable joint with the rounded end of the thigh bone
(femur) sitting on the flattened top of the shin bone (tibia).
As a result the 4 ligaments around the knee are very important
stabilising factors.
The cartilages (also called Menisci) sit between the thigh bone and
shin bone, helping the way they fit together as well as acting as
shock absorbers.
(read more)
Achilles Tendon
The Achilles Tendon forms the attachment of the main
large muscles in the calf (Gastrocnemius and Soleus)
to the back of the heel.
These muscles are very strong and are involved when
we walk, run, jump and stand. A minor strain or
repetitive overuse can cause pain at the back of the
ankle, while the worst case scenario is for the tendon
to rupture completely.
(read more)
Achilles Tendon
The Achilles Tendon forms the attachment of the main
large muscles in the calf (Gastrocnemius and Soleus)
to the back of the heel.
These muscles are very strong and are involved when
we walk, run, jump and stand. A minor strain or
repetitive overuse can cause pain at the back of the
ankle, while the worst case scenario is for the tendon
to rupture completely.
(read more)
Heel & Foot Pain / Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis (pronounced ‘plantar fash itis’) is
inflammation of the thick, protective layer of tissue
on the sole of the foot. It can cause pain in the heel,
or forefoot but is not the only possible cause of pain
in this area...
(read more)
Heel & Foot Pain / Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis (pronounced ‘plantar fash itis’) is
inflammation of the thick, protective layer of tissue
on the sole of the foot. It can cause pain in the heel,
or forefoot but is not the only possible cause of pain
in this area...
(read more)
Joint Replacements: Hip & Knee
The hip and knee are the main two weight bearing
joints of the body. As a result they are prone to the
natural wear and tear changes of osteoarthritis.
However, if this wear and tear becomes extensive it
can cause a great deal of pain and restrict the joint
mobility. At this stage a joint replacement may be
considered.
(read more)
Joint Replacements: Hip & Knee
The hip and knee are the main two weight bearing
joints of the body. As a result they are prone to the
natural wear and tear changes of osteoarthritis.
However, if this wear and tear becomes extensive it
can cause a great deal of pain and restrict the joint
mobility. At this stage a joint replacement may be
considered.
(read more)
