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CPD Case study: worsening proximal calf pain in a 30 year old [10min read]

This CPD case study on proximal calf pain is designed for qualified Physiotherapists and covers diagnostic challenges and causative rationale.

Case study: Hamstring pain in a Physiotherapist and cyclist [15min read]

Background – Hamstring pain This case study presents a young adult with hamstring pain that does not respond to treatment. It challenges clinical reasoning regarding an evolving diagnosis and evaluation of treatment …

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CPD Case Study: Heel pain in a teenage footballer [12min read]

This heel pain case study looks at establishing a firm diagnosis, formulating a management plan including effective modifications to training and utilising adjunct/non-Physio treatment options.

Case study: Insidious onset ankle pain [10min read]

Background – Ankle pain This case study of an insidious onset anteromedial ankle pain is designed to challenge Physiotherapist’s ability to plan a structured approach to management in the absence of a …

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Case study: Achilles pain in a recreational runner [10min read]

Background – Achilles pain This case study presents a recreational runner with unilateral Achilles pain. It covers the diagnosis of posterior ankle and heel pain, isolating potential causative factors and structuring an …

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Case study: Midfoot pain in a teenager [15min read]

Background – Midfoot pain This case study examines a sudden onset of midfoot pain in a female teenager with difficulty returning to full weight bearing. There is added complexity with apprehensive behaviours …

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Case study: Posterior pelvic pain in a young female adult [15min read]

This pelvic pain case presents diagnostic difficulties relating to insidious onset posterior pelvic pain. It tests knowledge of musculoskeletal and non-musculoskeletal diagnoses and interpretation of physical examination findings.

Case study: Traumatic/acute knee injury [15min read]

This acute knee injury case study focuses on the validity and reliability of Physiotherapy physical examination and special test of the knee.

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