About the author David Brandão is a Physiotherapist (Licence 3652 | College of Physiotherapists) and Osteopath (Licence C-0031697 | ACSS), specialising in Clinical Psychoneuroimmunology. He sees patients at Integrativa, where he helps people with musculoskeletal complaints, chronic pain, and functional imbalances. Clinical assessment in Osteopathy is a process that analyses the body as a whole, not just the…
Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the most common compressive neuropathies of the upper limb and can have a significant impact on quality of life. It is characterised by compression of the median nerve at the wrist, causing pain, tingling, numbness and, in more advanced stages, reduced strength in the hand. According to clinical guidelines...
The menopause is a physiological phase in a woman's life, characterised by the definitive cessation of menstrual cycles and significant hormonal changes, especially a decrease in oestrogen and progesterone levels. These changes have systemic repercussions, with an impact on physical, metabolic and emotional health. Symptoms such as hot flushes, sleep disturbances, increased fat...
Femoroacetabular impingement (FAC) is a frequent cause of hip and groin pain, mainly affecting young adults, physically active people and sports enthusiasts. When not treated properly, it can contribute to functional limitations, changes in joint mechanics and an increased risk of early development of hip arthrosis. Physiotherapy...
Sometimes life seems to be in the right place. Things are working, the days are going well, there are no major problems in sight. Even so, a thought arises that's hard to ignore: “everything is fine in my life and yet I don't feel good”. Then comes the almost automatic attempt at internal correction: “there's no...
Scoliosis is a musculoskeletal condition characterised by a three-dimensional lateral curvature of the spine, often associated with vertebral rotation and postural changes. It can appear during childhood, adolescence or adulthood, with a variable impact on posture, movement and quality of life. Although not all people with scoliosis experience pain,...
The arrival of a baby marks the beginning of a profoundly transformative phase, with physical, emotional and functional impacts. The postpartum period is a time of progressive adaptation, during which a woman's body needs time, appropriate monitoring and rehabilitation strategies that respect the physiological processes underway. Clinical Pilates in...
Low back pain, also known as lumbago, is pain localised in the lower region of the spine and is part of the wider group of back pains, which can also involve the dorsal, cervical or sacral regions. It is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints in the adult population, with a significant impact on daily functionality, labour participation...
It's common to hear people say they have a “bad memory” when, in fact, it's their attention that's compromised. They forget names, tasks, where they left objects or what they were going to do next and quickly conclude that something isn't working properly. However, memory and attention are not the same thing,...
Low back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints in the adult population and one of the main causes of functional disability worldwide. Recent studies show that regular physical activity, combined with specific exercise programmes, is one of the most effective strategies for reducing pain, improving spinal functionality and preventing...
