Will obesity in children cause mobility issues in later life?

Will obesity in children cause mobility issues in later life?

In a nutshell, yes, obesity in children seriously impact the healthy growth of a child’s bones and joints. If left to get out of hand, obesity can cause many health and social problems formed in childhood.

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Starting the New Year Right

Starting the New Year Right

How can you make a life-long change this year rather than falling off the fitness wagon mid-February. We here at Ballsbridge Physiotherapy Clinic would like to help.

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Tendonitis: Cause, Symptoms and Treatment

Tendonitis: Cause, Symptoms and Treatment

It is important to seek professional help from a chartered Physiotherapist to aid you in your recovery. Often rehabilitation and recovery can be lengthy.

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Sciatic Nerve Pain: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Sciatic Nerve Pain: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

The most common cause of sciatica is a herniated disc. A herniated disc occurs when the softer interior of the disc pushes out through the tough exterior of the disc.

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Returning to Swimming After an Injury

Returning to Swimming After an Injury

Whether you are a competitive swimmer or enjoy it as a leisure activity, the repetitive nature of the sport can leave you prone to overuse injuries.

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Hip Flexor Strain: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Hip Flexor Strain: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

The hip flexor muscles are connected from the pelvis, lower back and groin area to the femur bone. Their job is to move the femur bone upwards toward your chest, flexing the hip joint.

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Quad Strain Recovery

Quad Strain Recovery

The quad is the muscle located at the front of the thigh and comprises of four separate muscles to make up the quadriceps unit. This includes vastus intermedius, vastus medialis, vastus lateralis and rectus femoris.

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