By Dr Maddy Witt (Chiropractor) Did you know that rotator cuff tears are one of the most common causes of shoulder pain? Think about all the activities you’ve done today that have involve your shoulder. Maybe you brushed your teeth this morning. Some of you might have reached overhead to get to a shelf…
By Dr Andrew Ullo (Chiropractor) As someone who enjoys running, you understand the importance of finding the perfect pair of running shoes. Not only do they need to provide comfort and support, but they also play a crucial role in preventing injuries and ensuring your long-term running journey stays pain-free. In this blog post,…
By Dr Andrew Ullo (Chiropractor) Heel pain, particularly caused by plantar fasciitis, can be a real stumbling block in our daily lives. Walking, running, or even standing become excruciating tasks. Thankfully, advancements in medical treatments have brought us a promising solution: shockwave therapy. In this blog, we’ll dive into the depths of this…
By Dr Andrew Ullo (Chiropractor) Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive medical treatment that uses high-energy sound waves to help alleviate pain and promote healing of certain musculoskeletal conditions. It is often used to treat conditions such as bursitis and tendinopathy, which are common causes of chronic pain and discomfort. Bursitis is a condition…
By Dr Andrew Ullo (Chiropractor) Unfortunately, injuries are a part of sports and this is especially true for footballers. As Football is the world’s most popular sport, it’s then no surprise that the rate of injuries is exceptionally high. In particular, muscle injuries are the most common type of injury for footballers, especially hamstrings. These…
By Dr Kristin Webb (Chiropractor) Has your child or teenager developed a limp? Do they have a sudden onset of heel pain? Are they struggling to weight bear on one foot? Has your child complained of foot pain during and after sport? Have they had heel pain in the past which has resolved but keeps…
By Dr Andrew Ullo (Chiropractor) Foam rolling is like a deep tissue massage that you give to your own muscles. It’s a type of soft-tissue therapy that focuses on connective tissue called fascia. Fascia is tissue that connects with your muscles, bones, and ligaments to provide support throughout your entire body. When fascia works properly,…
Dry Needling Aka trigger point therapy is an effective technique that uses the insertion of acupuncture needles to release trigger points in your muscles. Trigger points are located in soft-tissue, primarily in bands of tightened muscle fibres. They often develop as a consequence of acute or repetitive strain, overtraining, musculoskeletal imbalance, injury or disease. Dry Needling…
If you’re not already aware, ABSOLUTE HEALTH SOLUTIONS has purchased a new Shockwave Therapy machine and so far to date has been getting amazing results with our patients. Shockwave therapy has been around for 25 years and works great for those difficult-to-treat, painful overuse or sports injuries. It was initially used for breaking up kidney…