Low back pain is one of the most prevalent musculoskeletal conditions worldwide, with a significant impact on quality of life, productivity and functional autonomy. It is estimated that the majority of cases are classified as non-specific low back pain, i.e. with no structural cause identifiable through imaging tests. This framework reinforces the relevance of...
Spending many hours sitting or performing repetitive tasks is part of most people's routine. However, incorrect posture at work is one of the main causes of back, neck and shoulder pain, muscle stiffness, fatigue and reduced professional performance. Adopting proper postural habits, taking regular active breaks...
High-performance sport places high demands on the musculoskeletal and neuromotor system, requiring higher levels of strength, power, endurance, coordination and motor control. Small deficits in movement, stability or neuromuscular control can jeopardise sporting performance and significantly increase the risk of injury. In this context, Clinical Pilates has been taking on...
The plantar fascia is a thick fibrous structure that extends from the heel to the toes. Its main function is to support the plantar arch and absorb impact during walking and running. Plantar fasciitis develops when this structure is subjected to repeated overload, causing microlesions and degenerative changes...
Shoulder tendinitis, also known as rotator cuff tendinopathy, is one of the most common causes of pain in this joint. It is characterised by inflammation or degeneration of the tendons responsible for stabilising and moving the shoulder, particularly those of the rotator cuff, the supraspinatus being the most frequently affected. This condition can cause pain, limitation...
Cervicalgia manifests itself as pain localised in the neck, which can sometimes radiate to the shoulders, back, arm or head. It is one of the most common musculoskeletal discomforts in the population, appearing either suddenly or gradually, until it interferes with the simplest everyday tasks. Its...
Hip replacement surgery is an increasingly common procedure in Portugal. This procedure replaces the natural hip joint with an artificial joint, making it possible to restore mobility and eliminate pain in people suffering from advanced arthrosis, fractures of the femoral neck or other pathologies that compromise joint mobility...
Shoulder arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical technique used for the diagnosis and treatment of various pathologies, including rotator cuff tears, impingement syndrome, shoulder instability, labrum lesions, calcifications and degenerative changes. Despite being less aggressive than open surgery, arthroscopy requires a rehabilitation process...
Spending long hours at the computer is associated with an increased risk of back pain and other musculoskeletal complaints. In predominantly sedentary professions, such as technology, office or administrative jobs, posture and prolonged static positions play an important role in physical health, productivity and daily well-being....
When areas of tension appear in the body, the most common impulse is to lengthen or “stretch” the muscles in an attempt to relieve the discomfort. This automatic response is deeply rooted in the perception that muscle stiffness alone is the problem. However, from a clinical point of view, this association is not always correct....
