Frequently Asked Questions

The term 'frozen shoulder' is often used as an umbrella term for lots of different types of shoulder pain so it is important to have it properly assessed to determine the true diagnosis. Rehabilitation can vary depending on the structure that is damaged. Your physiotherapist can provide you with an accurate diagnosis and an appropriate treatment programme to help you to return to normal activities.

Heel and knee pain are common complaints in children during growth spurts. Most of the pain is caused by soft tissue stretching as the skeleton grows. Physiotherapy assessment and advice regarding footwear and appropriate exercises can help your child return to full activity.

There are many causes of lower back pain and many will take 4 to 6 weeks to fully settle. Symptoms may include pain, stiffness, sleep disturbance and inability to participate fully in work and/or sports. Physiotherapy can alleviate these symptoms allowing a safer return to function and reducing the likelihood of recurrent episodes. The quicker you can access physiotherapy the sooner you can begin your rehab process.

A lot of children will have this problem and many will self correct as their muscles develop and strengthen. However, some children will benefit from specific advice regarding footwear, exercises and possibly simple shoe inserts.

You are better to use ice on the injury in the first 48 to 72 hours to reduce the swelling.