All the best posts & news on physio topics, well-being and health.
Where Did That Pain Come From?
Every spring we see the same thing: people start gardening, running, climbing and walking more, only to wonder where their pain has suddenly come from. After 21 years as a physio, these seasonal patterns are incredibly predictable — and very treatable.
Elbow Pain: When It’s Not “Just Tennis Elbow” (And When to Get It Checked)
Elbow pain is often labelled as “tennis elbow” — but it’s not always that simple. In this guide, Exeter physiotherapist Jen Searle explains when elbow pain might need a closer look, especially in children or after injury, and what to do next.
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.
Climber Physio Q&A: Dan’s Top Tips for Injury-Free Progress
Climbing injuries don’t have to hold you back. Our team at Quay Kinetics Physio in Exeter — including physios who climb themselves — share expert tips on preventing common finger, wrist, and shoulder problems. Learn how to train smarter, recover faster, and stay strong on the wall.
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