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To CrossFit or not to CrossFit?

That is the question that regularly pops up during our Physiotherapy sessions from clients.

CrossFit (CF) is a workout methodology created by former gymnast Greg Glassman in 2001. It consists of a variety of exercises such as Olympic-like lifts, cardio training and multi-joint movements (like box jumps, pull-ups and jumping rope). This method of training and community has exploded worldwide over the last ten years and definitely in the last 5 in Singapore. This can be reflected by the amounts of CF ‘boxes’ which have propped up in Singapore and a number of people we encounter in the clinic who are now doing CF. Read more

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TFCC (Wrist Injury) treatment options

stock-photo-human-hand-with-a-wrist-brace-orthopedic-equipment-over-white-39150328In addition to last week’s post about TFCC injuries in the wrist.

What are the suggested treatment options for the management of TFCC injuries?

Management of TFCC injuries is mainly determined by whether the distal radioulnar joint is stable. If instability is present the joint needs to be stabilised.

Conservative options for TFCC injury are mainly considered in presence of a stable distal radioulnar joint include:

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TFCC – a common wrist injury (signs and symptoms)

shutterstock_179809730The Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex (TFCC) is a complex structure within the wrist, which acts as a major stabiliser of the joints between the two forearm bones (distal radioulnar joint) and also between the ulna (forearm) and the carpal bones (the hand). The TFCC helps to transmit the load from the wrist to the forearm, as well as assist in complex movements of the wrist.

The TFCC is susceptible to injury, commonly either traumatic or degenerate.

Traumatic injuries such as falling onto an outstretched hand or degenerate in nature (wear and tear). Risk factors include: Read more