Tag: health

background, Behind the scenes, biomechanics, education, informative, research evidence

Enjoying all things ‘biomechanics’ at the International Society of Biomechanics Congress, 2023 in Fukuoka, Japan

Fiona Higgs

Fukuoka is a major city located in one of the most southerly islands Japan (named 'Kyushu'). Shamefully, I knew nothing of Fukuoka (at least, until it was announced as the host city of the International Society of Biomechanics (ISB) Congress, 2023. But, I was delighted to find myself there this summer. It was a particularly… Continue reading Enjoying all things ‘biomechanics’ at the International Society of Biomechanics Congress, 2023 in Fukuoka, Japan

background, Behind the scenes, exercise therapy, group exercise, informative

COVID-19 – Why it’s okay to not be okay

Fiona Higgs

This is not a blog post. It's a letter to you. This is going to be a bit different to my usual content. Normally I might choose an injury or pain-related topic or theme. However, at this moment in time it is impossible not to address the circumstances we are all enduring as a global… Continue reading COVID-19 – Why it’s okay to not be okay

informative, research evidence

Four ways to reduce climbing injuries to fingers, elbows and shoulders

Fiona Higgs

Since arriving at Pinnacle Climbing Centre in mid-July I have been learning a lot about climbing injuries. It goes without saying that fingers, forearms and shoulders appear to represent the overwhelming majority of niggles, injuries and mobility issues among these issues. Although I can't be too specific, I would say that around half of those who I have spoken with have told me that they are either currently injured and of these, the majority of these individuals described at least one form of upper extremity injury (fingers, forearms, shoulders, elbows) - with a few neck and upper back issues thrown in for good measure. In fact, most of the folks with lower extremity injuries and pain seem to attribute them to other activities such as running - not climbing.
Now, as science is my specialty let's delve into the research...

anatomy, informative

Golfer’s Elbow vs. Tennis Elbow – what’s the difference?

Fiona Higgs

Although they are often confused, Golfer's Elbow and Tennis Elbow are two different overuse injuries of the tendinous structures of the elbow and wrist. More specifically, these injuries are categorised as 'tendinopathies'.