Here, BRH Physiotherapist Nicky joins Natasha, in showing ways to retrain and strengthen your diaphragm. COVID recovery and exercise series Follow the rest of our series on COVID recovery and exercises. This short series is also beneficial to anyone suffering from shortness of breath. We’ve got you COVID – Diaphragmatic breathing We’ve got you COVID …
We’ve got you COVID Part 1 – Diaphragmatic Breathing. Read More »
This second clip focuses on our breathing strategy. Remember! Don’t overdo it. Take your time as you rehabilitate. If you have any concerns, consult your doctor immediately or contact us. COVID recovery and exercise series Follow the rest of our series on COVID recovery and exercises. This short series is also beneficial to anyone suffering …
We’ve got you COVID Part 2 – Pursed Lip Breathing. Read More »
Is your breathing becoming a little easier? Time to incorporate some movement. Remember! Don’t overdo it. Take your time as you rehabilitate. If you are looking for a one-on-one assessment or assistance, contact BRH Physios for an appointment at our Wilgeheuwel practice in Roodepoort or Off Nicol in Bryanston. COVID recovery and exercise series Follow …
We’ve got you COVID Part 3 – Breathing and Movement. Read More »
To continue our series, these are exercises that are beneficial to those still sick and stuck in bed. Here are some hints to help you with your breathing and oxygenating your body.. Remember! Don’t overdo it. Take your time as you rehabilitate. If you have any concerns, consult your doctor immediately or contact BRH Physios …
In our final part in this series, the following exercises will get your circulation going and those muscles moving! Thanks to Natasha and Nicky for these fantastic demos. Remember! Don’t overdo it. Take your time as you rehabilitate. If you have any concerns, consult your doctor immediately or contact BRH Physios for an appointment at …
We’ve got you COVID Part 5 – Level One Exercises. Read More »
Written by Nicky Deenik BPhysT (TUKS) Falling is common in the elderly population. A person aged 65 years and older has a 30 to 40% chance of falling each year. A study performed by Carter et al (2018) found that if participants took longer than 4.5 seconds to complete the 3 Metres Walking Backwards Test …
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By: Ushala Misra (B.Physio)UKZN – Physiotherapist at BRH Physios. Shoulder instability, particularly anterior instability affects 24 per 100,000 persons in a population annually, with increased incidences recorded in men, athletes involved in contact sport particularly in the second and third decades of life. The principles of the current Latarjet procedure were described in 1954 by …
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What is an Ankle Sprain? Acute ankle sprains are the most commonly occurring lower limb injury seen in individuals who participate in sports or recreational activities. Up to 70% of the population suffer from an ankle sprain at least once during their life time. The acute phase of ankle sprain is defined as the first …
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Many of us are doing our bit to curb the spread of the coronavirus and keep our families safe by working from home. Whilst this does bring a sense of freedom and supreme flexibility, it may also create anxiety as we adjust to juggling household, family and work responsibilities. Setting up an efficient work environment …
Wondering what we’re talking about? Look no further than your teenager, possibly even the mirror. Craning your head and neck forward to watch another grumpy cat video, or respond to (yet another) ever-important text/email leads to excessive stress on the structures in your neck, especially when prolonged. Your spine was designed with natural curves which …