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Osteoarthritis

What is it? A degenerative joint disease, mainly affecting weight bearing joints. Characterised by a slowly progressing stiffness. Pathology Softening of articular cartilage Thinning of cartilage Formation of cavities which expose underlying bone Fragments of bone shed into joint space Bony sclerosis (abnormal hardening on bone) Bony cyst and osteophyte formation at joint margins Inflammation […]

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What are Mobilisations?

Mobilisations are a form of manual therapy; ’…the use of hands in a curative and healing manner or a hands-on technique with therapeutic intent…’ used to treat and manage dysfunctions of the musculoskeletal system. Physiotherapists use mobilisations as a treatment technique to address joint pain and stiffness associated with joint, muscle, tendon or ligament injury.

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