Tibialis Posterior Tendinopathy By Sings Lakha

By Inner Strength | January 2, 2016

Tibialis posterior tendinopathy is caused by soft tissue damage as well as inflammation of the tibialis posterior muscle located around the inside of the ankle. Pain is generally localised to the inside of the ankle in and around the bone (medial malleolus). The function of tibialis posterior is a supportive one. It maintains the arch of the foot and functions…

What is the difference between a Physiotherapist and Chiropractor? By Lara Syme

By Inner Strength | December 7, 2015

This is a question that I get asked a lot. Actually, the first clinic I ever worked in was owned by a Chiropractor and had Physio, Osteo and Chiro all working together. We used to have these brilliant meetings where we would teach each other only the most effective treatments. We had a theory that…

Lateral knee pain: ITB syndrome

By Inner Strength | November 4, 2015

ITB syndrome (Iliotibial band syndrome) is recognised as pain around the lateral (outer) part of the knee just above the knee joint. Pain is thought to be caused by a compression of a fat pad on the outer side of the knee near where the ITB inserts. ITB syndrome is the third most frequent injury among…

Have you checked your breasts?

By Inner Strength | October 28, 2015

We are coming to the end of October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Early detection of Breast Cancer has been proven to save lives, so it’s important to ‘Be Breast Aware’ and check your breasts regularly. Here are the steps: 1) LOOK at the shape of your breasts and nipples in the mirror, with…

Dance Physiotherapy at InnerStrength of Bayside

By Inner Strength | October 14, 2015

Dancing is a popular physical activity that many people choose both recreationally and professionally. However, the nature of dancing may predispose one to injuries from time to time. At InnerStrength of Bayside our Physiotherapist Lucy McPhate has the experience and expertise required to help you achieve your dance goals. This may include: Assessment and modification…

3rd Birthday Specials!!!!

By Inner Strength | September 21, 2015

It’s our birthday on September 24th! To celebrate our 3rd year of delivering Physiotherapy and Clinical Pilates services to Cheltenham and to show our appreciation for your support we would like to offer the following special deals. 1) Bring a friend to try a private duo Clinical Pilates class for the two of you with…

Meet our Physio Lisa

By Inner Strength | September 2, 2015

flower which flower would you be? At InnerStrength we know that our business’ strength is our great and unique employees. Without them we would have no InnerStrength! So we have decided to write a regular feature all about our employees, celebrating their uniqueness. Lisa Friend What do you do to stay strong? I love to…

Anterior (front of) Hip Pain by Luci Minogue

By Inner Strength | August 21, 2015

The hip is a ball and socket joint. The ball is the top of your thigh bone (femoral head) and the socket is your pelvis (aceltabulum). Pain at the front of the hip (anterior hip pain) can be caused by the ball not sitting in the socket properly. Often it translates forward, which leads to…

Yoga & Physiotherapy by Lisa Friend

By Inner Strength | August 11, 2015

The term yoga translates to ‘union’ and its origins date back to ancient India at around 500 BC. There are many different types of yoga. One of the most common forms practiced in the modern western world is vinyasa yoga. The word ‘vinyasa’ denotes a flowing, dynamic form of yoga where movement through a sequence…

Meet our Physio Lucy

By Inner Strength | July 19, 2015

At InnerStrength we know that our business’ strength is our great and unique employees. Without them we would have no InnerStrength! So we have decided to write a regular feature all about our employees, celebrating their uniqueness. Lucy McPhate When Lucy finished her Physiotherapy degree she came to work with us at InnerStrength, she also…