All the best posts & news on physio topics, well-being and health.
Why Objective Testing is the Future of Climbing Performance and Injury Prevention
At Quay Kinetics Physio, we’re combining science and climbing experience to help athletes train smarter and prevent injury. Our new objective testing service — developed by Will and Dan — uses data-driven insights to identify weak links and boost performance. Learn more through our upcoming Climb Stronger workshop at Boulder Exe.
Expert Physiotherapy for Climbers in Exeter: Injury Prevention and Performance Advice
Climbing injuries are common—but they don’t have to be inevitable. At Quay Kinetics Physio in Exeter, our experienced team (who climb too!) share expert strategies for injury prevention, rehab, and performance. Read more via our recent collaboration with Boulder Exe.
Understanding Epiphyseal Injuries in Young Climbers
Left hand of 15-year-old male climber who undertook intensive finger strength exercises and ignored medical advice, permanently damaging epiphyseal plate of proximal interphalageal joint in middle finger. Informed consent obtained for publication. (Reproduced from: Hochholzer T, Schöffl V. Epiphyseal fractures of the finger middle joints in young sport climbers. Wilderness Environ Med 2005;16:4-7, with permission from the Wilderness Medical Society). 22
Understanding Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Elbow pain? Could it be Cubital Tunnel Syndrome? What is it and what should you do about it?