Injury
Golfing Injuries
Golf holds a special place in the life of many New Zealanders. It is the highest participation sport in the country, with 482,000 Kiwis over
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Thumb extensor tendon (EPL) rupture
What is the EPL tendon? The long extensor tendon to the thumb is called the Extensor Pollicis Longus (EPL). This tendon straightens the end joint
Injury
Fingertip Injuries
Injuries to the fingertips are common. They can occur when a fingertip slams in a car door, is damaged while chopping vegetables or injured when
Injury
Why Do Old Injuries Ache in the Cold?
Ever noticed how an old injury aches in the wintery weather? The idea that certain aches and pains correspond with, and can even predict the
Healing and Recovery
Wrist Fractures in the Older Person
Fractures of the wrist are a common injury especially fractures of the distal end of the radius. The radius is the larger of the two
Healing and Recovery
Silicone Gel Sheeting for Treatment of Scars
Silicone gel sheeting (SGS) has been used in scar therapy for over 30 years, during which its efficacy has been the subject of numerous clinical
Healing and Recovery
Buddy strapping solutions
Following finger ligament sprains or stable finger fractures it is common practice to buddy strap the injured finger to its uninjured neighbour. In this way,
Healing and Recovery
Rehabilitation of Distal Radius Fractures in the older person
Fractures of the wrist are a common injury especially fractures of the distal end of the radius. The radius is the larger of the two
Healing and Recovery
Hand injuries in Volleyball
Over the past few years, I have been fortunate to travel overseas as the physiotherapist for Volleyball New Zealand. One of the perks of my
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Rugby Injuries
In New Zealand, rugby is the national sport and also has the highest injury rate of all major sports. Because rugby union has high participation
Healing and Recovery
Extensor Carpi Ulnaris Tenosynovitis Pilot Study
A pilot study undertaken by the Merivale Hand Clinic in conjunction with Ram Chandru (Orthopaedic Hand and Wrist Surgeon) The extensor carpi ulnaris (ECU) muscle
Healing and Recovery
Can I work out with Tendonitis?
The beginning of a New Year and the resolutions people make to improve their health and fitness often sees an increase and surge in gym
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