At KCP Physiotherapy we endeavor to provide top quality intervention in the form of treatment and education. The essence of excellent rehabilitation is complimentary self management guidelines so that not only are you involved in the treatment process, but you can self manage aches and pains in the future. At KCP we are building up a resource of over 100 pamphlets which provide a vast amount of education about exercise, stretching and training strategies. Apart from the education that you will receive during your time with a physiotherapist at KCP, we have provided some of our resources online for your benefit. Please read through the relevant categories and download a copy of the attached exercise sheets. You should always consult your physiotherapist prior to embarking on new exercises during the course of your rehabilitation.
Neck
The neck is also known as the cervical spine. The cervical portion of the spine comprises seven bony segments, typically referred to as C1 to C7, with cartilaginous disks between each vertebral body. It is a complex area of the body and is the gateway of nerves exiting the brain to reach all the structures of the body.
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Elbow
The elbow is primarily a hinge joint which allows movement to occur between the humerus and ulnar/radius bones. This joint is controlled by several muscles, and it also provides an origin for the muscles that flex and extend the wrist. Due to the share mass of ligaments and tendons operating around this joint, it is a common site of injury.
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Abdominals
A personal favourite for athletes and the vein of their existence for the untoned. The familiar “6-pack” abdominal muscle, this is a pair of parallel segmented muscles that extends the entire length of the abdomen attaching at the pubic symphysis and the xiphisternum as well as the cartilages of the lower ribs. It comprises of several muscles which work together to stabilise the trunk region. Core stability is a term which has become synonymous with rehabilitation programmes, and you can expect your physiotherapist to mention it during treatment.
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Lower Back
The lower back is also known as the lumbar spine. The Lumber portion of the spine comprises of 5 bony segments, typically referred to as L1 to L5, with cartilaginous disks between each vertebral body. It is a complex area of the body and is the gateway of nerves exiting the lower spine to reach all the structures of the pelvis and legs.
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Hip
Perhaps hip may be the most annoying joint for the athlete, and one of the first points of breakdown for the middle aged. The hip joint is a multiaxial ball and socket synovial joint formed by the articulation of the rounded head of the femur and the cuplike acetabulum of the pelvis. The hip and groin are closely connected. The groin refers to all the soft tissue structures at the upper inner thigh. Groin sprain is a common cause of frustration for the athlete. Research into groin sprain is extensive. Researchers can't agree whether it is primarily adductor tenoperiostitis, sports hernia or osteitis pubis.
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Thigh
The thigh is part of the lower limb between the pelvis and buttocks and the knee. The thigh is divided into 3 muscle compartments. Commonly, these are known as the adductor, quadriceps and hamstring compartments. Each has its own complex anatomy. These 3 areas are commonly injured during sports activity.
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Wrist
The neck is also known as the cervical spine. The cervical portion of the spine comprises seven bony segments, typically referred to as C1 to C7, with cartilaginous disks between each vertebral body. It is a complex area of the body and is the gateway of nerves exiting the brain to reach all the structures of the body.
Knee
The knee joint, which appears like a simple hinge-joint, is one of the most complex joints in the body. It consists of femur (thighbone), tibia (shinbone) and patella (knee cap). The knee is a synovial joint. Outside the knee joint it is held together by collateral ligaments and inside by cruciate ligaments. Internally, the knee joint has two menisci which act as shock absorbers and stabilisers for knee movement. Externally there are 11 bursae which reduce friction between the soft tissue and boney surfaces. The downside of so many structures is that a lot can go wrong.
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Lower Leg
The lower leg compromises of the tibia and fibula bones which attach to the 7 tarsel bones of the ankle. The lower leg muscles are positioned so that they can move the ankle and the various joints of the foot. The most known muscles of the lower leg are the calf muscles, comprised of the two gastocnemius heads and the underlying soleus. These merge inferiorly to form the achilles tendon which attaches to the calcaneal bone.
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Ankle
A common source of frustration for the athlete, the ankle joint is formed where the foot and the leg meet. The ankle is also known as the talocrural joint. It is a hinge joint where 3 bones are connected to each other. They are the tibia and fibula of the leg and talus bone of the foot. There is a myriad of ligaments and tendons which control ankle and foot movement.
