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Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S)
RED-S is caused by low energy availability, affecting multiple organ systems, common in endurance and weight-sensitive sports.

Kenny Merlevede
Apr 30, 2024


Concussion: A comprehensive guide to the management of a condition
The reason of a concussion to happen.

Kenny Merlevede
Nov 29, 2023


Optimising Rotator Cuff Injury Recovery
Shoulder pain can be debilitating, affecting our ability to perform everyday tasks and enjoy an active lifestyle. One common source of...

Kenny Merlevede
Oct 22, 2023


Can A Good Pillow Help Reduce Neck Pain?
The ideal pillow to avoid neck pain.

Kenny Merlevede
Aug 9, 2023


Not sure whether to see a physio?
The Power of Early Intervention and Consistent Supervision in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation.

Mark Howlin
Jul 17, 2023


I Have A Bulging Disc On My Back. Do I Need Surgery?
Explanation of what a disc bulge is. Also, explaining what the difference is with a disc herniation.

Mark Howlin
May 21, 2023


Flat feet, do you need insoles?
Flat feet can be cured with physiotherapy and not spending money with insoles which will not cure the symptoms.

Josefina Cánepa Bustos
Apr 11, 2023


Osteoarthritis getting in the way?
Explanation of what osteoarthritis is.

Kenny Merlevede
Mar 9, 2023


Posture? You don’t even know her!
It is a daily occurrence here at Physio K that a patient will say, my back/neck/shoulder hurts because I have poor posture! Most people...

Kenny Merlevede
Dec 13, 2022


Injury Prevention
We speak a lot about how to fix an injury once it has happened. People are familiar with acute injury management protocols such as RICE ...

Kenny Merlevede
Dec 7, 2022


The importance of having a strong core
The importance of having a strong core.

Kenny Merlevede
Nov 16, 2022


Build Better Bones
Exercises for bone health.

Kenny Merlevede
Nov 7, 2022


Heel pain while walking or running? What’s going on...
Do you ever experience pain on the bottom of your foot, around your heel or arch while walking or running?

Kenny Merlevede
Oct 8, 2022


4 Tips On How To Prevent A Stiff Neck
How to prevent a stiff neck? Causes of neck problems

Kenny Merlevede
Jul 13, 2022


Physio K difference with dry needling
5 biggest differences between dry-needling and acupuncture.

Kenny Merlevede
Feb 28, 2022


Sciatica physiotherapy treatment - Latest research!
WHAT IS SCIATICA? Sciatica is a term that tends to get thrown around quite a lot especially in reference to any nerve related pain in the lower extremity. Yet despite its common diagnosis, there are many misconceptions surrounding what it really is. It is a vague term used to describe pain that is associated with the compression or irritation of a nerve root located in the lumbosacral region of the spine (lower back). Now grasping that this pain originates from the lower back

Kenny Merlevede
Jan 20, 2022
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IT Band syndrome: how to [effectively] get rid of your knee pain?
Have you ever had recurring knee pain when walking, running or squatting? You're not alone: Thousands of people are suffering from the...

Kenny Merlevede
Dec 21, 2021


Rotator cuff related shoulder pain: “Subacromial impingement”
Subacromial impingement syndrome. It’s quite a mouthful and a diagnosis that will make you fearful of ever using your shoulder and arm again. But what is it and what does it mean? Subacromial impingement is considered to be the most common musculoskeletal condition affecting the shoulder and is estimated to affect at least one in four people at some point in their lifetime. It is based upon the idea of tissues within the shoulder joint undergoing compression during certain fu

Kenny Merlevede
Nov 8, 2021


Aches and pains when cycling, what’s causing it: the body or the bike?
In a previous interview with Alison McGregor from Chainsmith Bikes (which you can read here), physiotherapist Kenny from Physio K talks...

Kenny Merlevede
Sep 12, 2021


Cracking your own spine: Is it ok or are you doing more damage?
We see many patients who have the habit of cracking their own neck or lower back. In most cases, people experience stiffness after...

Kenny Merlevede
Aug 22, 2021
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