Paul MonaroAug 2, 20213 min'Prehabilitation' after ACL InjuryWhen a patient is given a diagnosis of ACL rupture or booked for ACL reconstructive surgery (ACLR), it is essential that they undertake a...
Paul MonaroNov 27, 20203 minHands-On PhysiotherapyThere are many different techniques used in physiotherapy, and many different approaches for treating any one condition. This newsletter...
Paul MonaroNov 5, 20202 minPhysical Hazards of Working from Home - UpdateAs I predicted in my April blog, many people are feeling the effects of working from home, where workplace setups are often inadequate,...
Paul MonaroApr 16, 20203 minAnkle Injuries - Ankle SprainA sprained ankle is the most common sporting injury, particularly in pivoting & jumping / landing sports. It is particularly common in...
Paul MonaroMar 27, 20205 minAnkle Injuries - Complications & Differential DiagnosesWith moderate to severe ankle sprains, isolated lateral ligament injury is rare. There is usually some degree of joint or other soft...
Paul MonaroMar 26, 20202 minAnkle Injuries - Treatment of ankle sprainGrade 1 & 2 lateral ankle ligament sprains can generally be managed conservatively, while grade 3 ruptures (of the anterior talofibular &...
Paul MonaroMar 26, 20206 minAnkle Injuries - Syndesmosis InjuryInjury to the distal tibiofibular syndesmosis may be a more common injury than previously described. However it is a poorly recognized...
Paul MonaroMar 26, 20203 minAnkle Injury - Posteromedial Ankle Pain Differential DiagnosisOne of the most common causes of medial ankle pain is tibialis posterior tendinopathy. This occurs as an overuse injury in sport,...
Paul MonaroMar 26, 20203 minAnkle Injuries - Midfoot SprainThe most common of all joint injuries, the lateral ankle sprain, generally involves tearing of the anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL)....