by ferryrd | Aug 23, 2024 | Ferry Rd Physio, Gold Coast Running Clinic, Physiotherapy Info
Patella Tendinopathy, impacts the Patella tendon, which connects your quadricep to your shin bone via your patella (kneecap). This tendon is crucial for straightening your knee. Its made mostly of tough collagen fibres and stays healthy thanks to cells called...
by ferryrd | Aug 22, 2024 | Ferry Rd Physio, Gold Coast Running Clinic, Physiotherapy Info
A PCL tear refers to an injury to the posterior cruciate ligament, one of the key ligaments in the knee that helps stabilize the joint. The PCL is located at the back of the knee and works with the ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) to keep the knee stable and...
by ferryrd | Aug 14, 2024 | Ferry Rd Physio, Gold Coast Running Clinic, Physiotherapy Info
Tears on the outer one-third of your meniscus generally heal quite well because this area has a rich blood supply, and blood cells can regenerate the meniscus tissue. However, if the tear is located on the inner two-thirds, the tear will generally not repair. But this...
by ferryrd | Aug 6, 2024 | Ferry Rd Physio, Physiotherapy Info
A meniscus tear is a common knee injury that affects the meniscus, a C-shaped piece of cartilage located in the knee joint. There are two menisci in each knee—one on the inside (medial meniscus) and one on the outside (lateral meniscus). These structures act as shock...
by ferryrd | Jul 30, 2024 | Ferry Rd Physio, Gold Coast Running Clinic, Physiotherapy Info
DO I NEED AN MRI FOR MY MCL TEAR? The knee joint is a remarkable structure that enables us to move, run, and pivot with ease. Central to its stability are several ligaments, including the medial collateral ligament (MCL), which plays a crucial role in preventing...
by ferryrd | Jul 16, 2024 | Ferry Rd Physio, Physiotherapy Info
MCL TEARS An MCL tear refers to an injury to the medial collateral ligament, which is located on the inner side of the knee joint. This ligament plays a crucial role in stabilising the knee and preventing it from bending inward too far. MCL tears can occur due...
