Clinical Reasoning Reflection

June 23, 2014 by Sian Smale

Clinical reasoning has been defined throughout the literature as a problem-solving process, in which the therapist uses clinical data, client choices, professional judgment and knowledge to evaluate, diagnose and manage a patient’s problem (Butler, 2000; Jones, Rivett, & Twomey, 2004). This blog shares the key points I learnt from Andrew Dalwood during his lecture on clinical reasoning.

Risk Factors and assessment of hamstring muscle strain injury

March 11, 2014 by Sian Smale

Older age, increased quadricep muscle peak torque and past history of hamstring injury are proven risk factors for hamstring muscle strain injury. The single leg hamstring bridge can assist with identifying those at greater risk of injury.

Posterior Ankle Impingement - bony

February 19, 2014 by Alicia Rayner

Posterior impingement relates to posterior pain on end-range plantar flexion (PF) due to compression of posterior bony and soft tissue structures. Often seen caused by overuse in dancers and football, or activities that involved repetitive end range PF. This blog describes the bony causes often related to posterior ankle impingement and the differential diagnosis involved.

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

December 27, 2013 by Sian Smale

Thoracic outlet syndrome is a cluster of neurological and pain symptoms in the upper limb caused by compression of the brachial plexus and surrounding vascular structures as they pass through the thoracic outlet. This blog outlines the common causes, clinical presentation, assessment procedures in the differential diagnosis of this syndrome.