The Cúirt International Festival of Literature is a joy for book lovers, days filled with readings, talks, workshops, and plenty of time spent absorbed in a good book. But long hours of sitting, reading, and looking down can quietly lead to neck, shoulder, and back pain.

Hip pain that starts or worsens during long walks is a common issue, especially if you enjoy walking for fitness, hiking, or are building activity levels. While it’s tempting to ignore it or blame “getting older,” hip pain is usually a sign that something isn’t coping well with load.

There are many types of pain, be it sudden from an accident, or chronic pain, meaning pain that lasts beyond normal heal time. Pain is complex and doesn’t always indicate a sign of damage. Pain is your body’s warning system, letting you know something might be wrong.

Pain on the inside of the elbow when gripping, lifting, or swinging a club? Despite the name, you don’t have to play golf to develop golfer’s elbow. It’s a common overuse injury we see in both sporting and everyday activities.

An ACL injury can feel like a huge setback, especially if sport is a big part of your life. Whether you’re a field sport athlete, runner, gym-goer, or recreational player, returning to sport after an ACL injury is absolutely possible, but it needs to be done properly, progressively, and patiently.

Waking up and putting your foot on the floor… only to feel a sharp, stabbing pain in your heel? You’re not alone. Morning heel pain is one of the most common complaints we see in clinic, and the good news is, it’s very treatable.

Lower back pain is one of the most common complaints I hear in clinic, and many people notice it worsens the longer they sit. Whether you’re working at a desk, driving, or relaxing on the sofa, prolonged sitting can place significant strain on your lower back.