Ageing is a natural process that is part of life. As the years pass, the body undergoes changes that can affect muscle strength, mobility, balance, cardiovascular health and certain cognitive functions. However, ageing does not necessarily mean losing quality of life or independence. Although factors such as genetics play…
Recovery from facial palsy does not depend solely on time. The way facial movement is monitored and re-educated throughout the different phases can influence the quality of the function recovered. When the facial nerve is affected, the muscles responsible for facial expression may partially or totally lose the ability to contract.…
An Achilles tendon rupture is one of the most disabling lower limb injuries, and can significantly compromise the ability to walk, run, jump and perform everyday tasks. Although it is more common in physically active people, it can occur at any age and during seemingly mundane movements. The initial approach may be surgical...
Padel is one of the fastest-growing sports in Portugal. Its practice involves rapid changes of direction, accelerations, decelerations, trunk rotations, and repetitive overhead movements of the upper limbs. These demands make the game physically intense and can increase the risk of injury, especially when physical preparation is insufficient, or when there is an increase in...
The knee is one of the joints most put under strain during sporting activity. Running, jumping, stopping, changing direction, or pivoting on a foot planted on the ground exposes the knee's various structures to considerable forces. When the applied load exceeds the capacity of the muscles, tendons, ligaments, menisci, or other tissues, an injury can occur. In other...
Clinical Pilates is an adaptation of the traditional Pilates method to the clinical context, used in Physiotherapy for rehabilitation, injury prevention, and the promotion of physical function. It should be guided by physiotherapists or professionals with specific training, in order to ensure safe, progressive practice that is tailored to...
Balance corresponds to the ability to keep the body stable, whether at rest or during movement. This ability can be divided into static balance and dynamic balance. Static balance refers to the ability to maintain body position without displacement. Dynamic balance corresponds to the ability to preserve stability while performing…
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide, being particularly common in women. It is characterised by widespread musculoskeletal pain, persistent fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive difficulties, which can significantly compromise quality of life. Although there is no single, definitive solution, scientific evidence has shown…
Lumbar spine surgery can be a significant step in addressing pathologies such as herniated discs, lumbar spinal stenosis, or vertebral instability. Procedures like lumbar discectomy or spinal fusion are frequently performed with the aim of reducing symptoms, improving structural stability, and promoting functional recovery. However, the period…
Idiopathic peripheral facial palsy, known as Bell's palsy, is characterised by the sudden onset of weakness or loss of movement in the muscles on one side of the face. In addition to the initial functional impact, one of the main concerns is associated with the risk of developing residual changes that may compromise facial symmetry and expression.
