In this post we discuss why getting fitness and rehab advice from ChatGPT can lead to problems and why human judgement is essential. Have you ever read a newspaper article on a topic you know well and been struck by how many inaccuracies it contains? I’m sure this doesn’t just happen in my field either, […]
Rehabilitation
The danger of over-medicalising common physical complaints
In this post, we discuss the danger of over-medicalising common physical complaints and what we can learn from this. I’ve noticed a pattern over the years –individuals who’ve had the most rigorous medical investigations are generally worse off in terms of both pain and function. It’s not just me either. Take a common complaint, like […]
The ‘why,’ not the ‘what,’ is the key to recovering from chronic injuries
In this post, we discuss why, when recovering from chronic injuries, the why is more important than the what. Naturally, friends ask me for advice about their exercise routines. I tend to be diplomatic and nudge them towards approaches that will be more beneficial. I’ve been nudging this particular gentleman for the last two years, but he’s found […]
The influence of exercise on pain and injury is underestimated
The influence of exercise on pain and injury is often underestimated, in both directions. Most people believe that exercise is good for them. Whilst this is true in a general sense, it’s important to understand that exercise is a two-sided coin — it can both cause pain and help reduce it. Here’s an example which […]
How to train side bend for golf (and why most golfers get it wrong)
In this post we discuss how to train side bend for golf and why you’re probably not doing it right at the moment. At a glance Most golfers don’t train the muscles that create side bend. Pros often side bend too much; amateurs not enough. Around 35° of trunk side bend is ideal. Most side bend occurs […]