Nothing shocks the system quite like a newborn. From a physical perspective, even without considering recovery from birth itself, both parents suddenly have a lot to contend with. Postpartum Recovery Generally, earlier intervention gives better outcomes, but it's never too…
Thankfully, we're hearing a lot more about the wide reaching impacts the menopause can have. Changes in hormones can affect the way we feel pain, although this is not just limited to changes in the menopause. Thyroid hormones are well…
Reflux is a common ailment for adults, but it can also cause discomfort for babies, especially those under the age of 12 months. What is Reflux? Also known as heartburn in adults, reflux is the back-flow of stomach contents into…
The menisci (singular: meniscus) are two C-shaped pieces of cartilage in each knee. Their roles are to help stabilise and cushion the knee, as well as to provide some shock absorption. Signs and Symptoms of Meniscus Tears The onset of…
Osgood Schlatter's Disease is a common condition that develops in adolescence, and self-resolves by the time the skeleton has matured. It can cause knee pain, but for some people the only sign that they ever had it is a bony…
Costochondritis causes pain in the front of the ribs. The name refers to inflammation of the cartilage between a rib and the breastbone (sternum). Chest pain can indicate a respiratory or cardiovascular emergency and should first be investigated by a…
Plagiocephaly is a common condition affecting the head shape of young babies. How Does Plagiocephaly Develop? When babies are born, the bones of their skulls are not fused together. This allows the head to travel easier through the birth canal,…
Tennis leg is a much less familiar soft tissue injury than tennis elbow. Although the latter is often nothing to do with a sports injury, the onset of tennis leg tends to be much more high-impact. What is Tennis Leg?…
When you see your new baby every day, it can be hard to spot their asymmetries. Sometimes torticollis is picked up alongside another sign, like a flat spot on the head. Often the parent will only spot a mild case…
