Anterior Cruciate ligament Injuries are very common and quite hard to heal. Surgical reconstruction has been the go-to method for piecing a partially or completely ruptured ACL together. However, due to recent advancements in research and bracing technology, it is possible for an ACL injury to heal without surgery, given the right circumstances. Let’s get into it. Anatomy of an ACL tear...

Physical disabilities come in many forms, from visible to invisible, from healable to chronic. But while they aren’t often easy to manage or live with, wearing supports can make day-to-day life a little easier. From reducing pain to improving muscle function, here’s how Bauerfeind supports can help.  What disabilities are braces suitable for? Braces are designed for physical disabilities resulting...

House cleaning is a constant (and essential) part of life. But, unfortunately, the repetitive and physically demanding activity can take a toll on your knees, back, and even elbows - and the effects aren’t limited to those pre-existing conditions or joint injuries. So, to keep your joints happy and healthy, here’s our guide to pain-free cleaning. Warm-up  As with gardening, house...

Are you getting elbow pains while gardening? It could be a case of Gardener’s Elbow - tendonitis that creeps up after a long day of trimming, digging, and weeding. The bad news is that elbow tendonitis can make gardening difficult (and even stop you from doing the activity altogether) if you leave it unaddressed. But the good news is there...

Getting ready to hit the beach and play volleyball this summer? Whether you play recreationally or aim to win, it’s a great way to get out and active. On top of that, Volleyball is a relatively safe team sport, with 2.6 injuries per 1000 hours of training + play (compared to Netball’s 14). But low risk doesn’t mean you should let...

The research is in: on average, men have a lower life expectancy than women, are less likely to go to the doctor for a check-up, and are less likely to look after their health. This Movember, we wanted to get back to basics and get into one of the biggest factors affecting overall health: physical well-being. Like it or not, the...

Bouldering is a great full-body workout. Unfortunately, the sport can also take a lot out of your ankles. Complex positioning demands a lot of work and flexibility from the joints' tissues, while the lack of a safety harness increases the risk of fall damage (even at lower heights). The good news is, though, that a pair of ankle braces for...

Dr Tom Cross and his team at the Sydney Stadium Clinic have revealed that a novel bracing and rehabilitation protocol successfully treats specific high-grade anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears without surgical intervention. This therapeutic approach, now officially deemed the Cross Brace Protocol, uses bracing to manipulate the range of motion in the knee over a 6, 8 or 12-week period....