By Kiara Fitzhenry What is Functional Fitness? Functional fitness is all about training your body to handle everyday movements more effectively. Instead of focusing only on aesthetics or isolated muscle strength, it builds strength, stability, and mobility that transfer into real-life activities – whether that’s carrying groceries, climbing stairs, playing sport, or simply getting up […]
By Kiara Fitzhenry The shoulder joint (glenohumeral joint) is highly mobile but inherently unstable, so it relies heavily on both static and dynamic stabilizers to maintain joint integrity — especially during activities like padel. Shoulder stability is crucial for padel players due to the sport’s high repetition of overhead, rotational, and reactive arm movements — […]
By Kiara Fitzhenry When you’re injured — whether it’s a sprained ankle, a torn ligament, or post-surgical recovery — it can feel overwhelming when it comes to knowing what to do next. Pain, limited movement, and the fear of re-injury can leave you unsure of your next step. That’s where we come in. Our job […]
By: Gcina Gumede Lower back pain is a common issue that affects many of us worldwide, often caused by poor posture, muscle imbalances, sedentary lifestyles, injuries, or chronic conditions. While rest and medication may provide temporary relief, long-term recovery requires active rehabilitation—and this is where a Biokineticist plays a crucial role. How Biokineticists Tackle Lower Back […]
by Kiara Fitzhenry Introduction Between meetings, emails, and everything else on your plate, it’s easy to push workouts to the bottom of your to-do list. But if you want to stay energised, sharp, and healthy long-term, resistance training needs a spot on your calendar. You’ve probably heard that your metabolism naturally slows down as you […]
By: Gcina Gumede Juvenile arthritis refers to a group of autoimmune and inflammatory conditions that cause persistent joint inflammation in children. The most common form is Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), which is diagnosed when arthritis lasts for at least six weeks and begins before the age of 16. Understanding juvenile arthritis is crucial for early diagnosis […]
By: Gcina Gumede Structure and function of PCL The posterior cruciate ligament is found in the knee just behind the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). It connects the femur (thigh bone) to the tibia (shin bone) and it prevents the tibia from moving backwards. This ensures that there is smooth movement of the knee joint. The PCL […]
by Jana van Jaarsveld Shoulder impingement syndrome (SIS) poses a significant challenge for athletes engaged in overhead sports. The intricate mechanics of the shoulder joint, combined with the repetitive stress of overhead movements, makes this condition prevalent among athletes. This Article delves into the different types of shoulder impingement, diagnostic approaches, and current management strategies […]
By Kiara Fitzhenry Each year, more than 800 000 people are diagnosed with liver cancer all around the world. It is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Since 1980, the incidence of liver cancer diagnoses has tripled, whilst death rates have more than doubled. Exercise can play an important role in supporting individuals with liver […]
By Kiara Fitzhenry A groin hernia, also known as an inguinal hernia, occurs when a portion of tissue, such as part of the intestine, protrudes through a weak spot in the abdominal muscles in the groin area. This type of hernia is the most common, especially in men, though it can also occur in women. […]
