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Part 2 reviews the definition and diagnosis of seronegative spondyloarthropathies and inflammatory low back pain. It then continues to explore aspects of assessment, treatment and medical imaging more deeply. What drug therapies are involved? What is the gold standard for medical imaging? How should we adjust our treatments for this spectrum of low back pain disorders? All are valid questions to consider.
Read MoreSpondyloarthropathies are a group of related, but phenotypically distinct inflammatory disorders, including ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, reactive arthritis, enteropathic arthritis (also known as irritable bowel disease), and undifferentiated arthritis. One of the main clinical features of each of these conditions is inflammatory low back pain. This 2-part blog discusses the difference between the seronegative spondyloarthropathies and what features are indicative of inflammatory low back pain.
Read MoreThis blog is a reflection on my recent trip to Aspen, Colorado as the travelling physiotherapist for the Australian and New Zealand Para Alpine teams in the Winter World Cup Finals. I learnt so much about ski racing from these inspiring athletes (who discuss their experience with us) and got a taste for working in an adaptive program, which was more rewarding and enjoyable than I ever could've imagined.
Read MoreThis week we welcome Holly Lipson to Rayner & Smale. Holly is a passionate and vibrant Physiotherapist who loves the sun, surf, snow and of course physiotherapy. Holly is going to share her clinical tips for the assessment of acute knee injuries with some specific attention to the snow environment.
Read MoreThe posterolateral corner of the knee (PLC) is an inherently complex region both anatomically and functionally, and in recent times has been 're-discovered' for the role it plays in knee function and stability. In fact, the PLC of the knee has 28 seperate components, all of which play a vital role in both static and dynamic stability to prevent excessive hyperextension, tibial external rotation and varus angulation. This week, Grant Freckleton - now APA-titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist - shares his knowledge about injuries to the posterolateral corner of the knee.
Read MoreHeading into my first assignment through the Olympic Winter Institute of Australia (OWIA), with the Para Alpine team, so it is important to know how to best prepare myself for the experience ahead. The role of a Physiotherapist travelling with elite teams can vary greatly compared to our role in the private practice or hospital setting. Peter Hogg has been working with the OWIA for the past 20 years with their elite winter athletes and this week Peter shares his guidance and tips for making the most of travelling with sporting teams.
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