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Harnessing Athlete Potential: The Power of Force Plates in the 4 Essential Strength Tests

Unveiled in the 1960s for biomechanics analysis in professional sports, force plates have evolved into game-changing tools in the athletic world. They offer valuable data insights that can enhance performance and help prevent injuries. Thanks to technological advancements, portable force plates include the AxIT Stomp-IT are now becoming common in regular health and fitness environments. Indeed, these tools once exclusive to top-tier sports teams and academic labs are now empowering wellness practitioners and individuals alike.

Therapy Expo Conference 2023

The Physiquipe team had the privilege to attend this year’s Therapy Expo Conference, an annual gathering of professionals at the forefront of rehabilitation and therapeutic practices. The Therapy Expo conference is a great opportunity to connect with industry leaders, explore cutting-edge technologies, and gain valuable insights into the future of physical therapy.

The Evolving Landscape of Private Practice: Adapting to a Changing World

The private healthcare sector in the UK is undergoing a transformation. In the recent chat with Andy Thomas on the Life Stories Podcast, Tony Gavin shared valuable insights about how private practices are evolving to meet the changing needs of patients and the challenges they face.

Treatment Case Study for Proximal Interphalangeal (PIPJ) Joint Flexion Contractures

Proximal interphalangeal (PIPJ) joint flexion contractures, loss of extension at the middle joint of the finger, can occur after injury. Presented by Anicia Baron, an Occupational Therapist and a Hand Specialist based at Pulvertaft Hand Centre

Implementing the Lymphoedema Prevention Pathway

Physiquipe were very excited to present “Implementing the Lymphoedema Prevention Pathway” with Ali Batchelor and Louise Koelmeyer.

The use of IASTM in Equine

Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM) is not only becoming increasingly popular within human patients, but also within the equine market.

Hand Injury: How much do you value your hands?

Saving your own hands! As manual therapists, you don’t necessarily appreciate how much of a toll your job can have on your own body.

Living with Osteoarthritis and unsure what to do?

Our top tips to avoid running injuries!

As a clinician working in a sports injury environment, I see runners daily and they can often be some of the hardest to treat! From a lifestyle point of view and discussions I’ve had with my clients r

How does IASTM treatment differ from manual Therapy?

Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM) is an increasingly popular treatment used by therapists around the world. But how does it differ from manual therapy?

Early detection and intervention of Lymphoedema Workshop Round Up

We had the pleasure of having Louise Koelmeyer (Lymphoedema Program Manager) and Conrad Nguyen (Senior Director at Impedimed) over to the UK for the last 5 days.

How to relieve tension headaches with HawkGrips by treating the upper Trapezius muscle

It is becoming a normal occurrence for patients to complain of tension headaches, so clinicians who treat almost all walks of life should know how to successfully treat this condition.

4 simple lower back exercises to reduce pain and improve ROM

60 – 80% of the population will suffer with lower back pain at some point in their life. Our Sports Rehabilitator, Ryan Gordon, shares 4 simple lower back exercises to help stretch and strengthen the

“Patients love them and the outcomes” – Pritpal Chana, Physiotherapist

“I’ve been using HawkGrips for over 6 months now and they are by far the best investment I have made for my work and business. Patients love them and the outcomes of them”.

A Veterinary perspective on the soft tissue and pain management course

This was one of the most informative seminars I have attended during my time practicing as a Veterinary Physiotherapist having attended a number of Continuing Professional Development courses over the

IASTM Introductory Workshop at Leeds Beckett University

As part of Physiquipe Academy, we are collaborating with Universities to provide students with the opportunity to gain CPD hours on IASTM to improve their CV, but to also expose them to other treatmen

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