Conditions We Treat - Tangram Health

Whiplash

Whiplash is a common neck injury caused by a sudden back-and-forth movement, often from car accidents or sports. Symptoms include neck pain, headaches, and stiffness. Treatment involves pain management, gentle exercises, and manual therapy.

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High Ankle Sprains

High ankle sprains are injuries to the ligaments above the ankle joint, often caused by sudden twisting or rotating. Symptoms include pain, swelling, and difficulty walking. Treatment ranges from rest and physical therapy to surgery in severe cases.

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Low Back Pain

Low back pain is a common condition affecting the area between the ribcage and legs. It can be caused by various factors including muscle strain, poor posture, and underlying health conditions. Treatment options include exercise therapy, manual therapy, and lifestyle modifications.

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Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition causing heel pain, often worse in the morning. It affects middle-aged adults, athletes, and those who stand for long periods. Treatment options include rest, stretching, orthotics, night splints, and in severe cases, surgery.

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Achilles Tendinopathy

Achilles tendinopathy is a condition affecting the tendon connecting calf muscles to the heel bone, causing pain and stiffness. It's common in athletes and middle-aged adults. Treatment options include rest, exercise therapy, heel wedges, shockwave therapy, and in severe cases, surgery.

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Trigger Finger

Trigger finger is a condition where a finger catches or locks when bent, caused by inflammation of the tendon sheath. Symptoms include pain, stiffness, and a clicking sensation. Treatment options range from rest and splinting to injections and surgery in severe cases.

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Temporomandibular Disorders

TMD refers to problems with the jaw the joint which can cause discomfort and limited movement. Symptoms include jaw pain, clicking sounds, and difficulty chewing. Causes range from teeth grinding to stress. Treatment options include physical therapy, night splints, and in severe cases, surgery.

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Cervicogenic Headaches

Cervicogenic headaches originate from neck issues, causing pain that radiates to the head. Symptoms include one-sided head pain, neck stiffness, and reduced range of motion. Causes range from injuries to poor posture. Diagnosis involves physical examination and sometimes imaging. Treatment options include manual therapy, exercises, and in severe cases, injections or nerve ablation.

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Trochanteric Bursitis

Trochanteric bursitis is a condition causing pain on the outer hip due to inflammation of the bursa. Symptoms include hip pain, especially when lying on the affected side or during activities. Treatment options include rest, physical therapy, pain management, and in some cases, injections or surgery.

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Knee Osteoarthritis

Knee osteoarthritis is a common condition characterized by the degeneration of cartilage in the knee joint, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Treatment options include physical therapy, pain management, injections, and surgery if necessary.

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ACL Tears

An ACL tear is a common knee injury that affects the anterior cruciate ligament, leading to pain, swelling, and instability. Treatment options include rest, physical therapy, injections, and surgery if necessary.

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Meniscus Tears

A meniscus tear is a common knee injury that causes pain, swelling, and limited mobility. It can result from traumatic injuries or degenerative changes. Treatment options include rest, physical therapy, injections, and surgery if necessary.

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Frozen Shoulder

Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, is a painful condition causing stiffness and limited mobility in the shoulder. Symptoms progress through three stages: freezing, frozen, and thawing. Treatment options include physical therapy, pain management, injections, and surgery if necessary. Early intervention is crucial for effective recovery.

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Golfer's Elbow

Golfer's elbow, or medial epicondylitis, is a painful condition affecting the inner elbow due to overuse of forearm muscles. Symptoms include pain, weakness, and stiffness. Treatment options range from rest, bracing, and exercises to injections or surgery in severe cases.

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Tennis Elbow

Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is a painful condition caused by overuse of the forearm muscles. Symptoms include pain and weakness in the elbow and forearm. Treatment options include rest, bracing, exercises, and surgery if necessary.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition caused by pressure on the median nerve in the wrist, leading to pain, numbness, and weakness in the hand. Treatment options include splinting, exercises, ergonomic adjustments, and surgery if necessary.

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Ankle Sprains

Ankle sprains are a common injury caused by rolling your ankle and over-stretching or tearing ligaments around the ankle joint, which can cause pain, swelling, and sometimes instability. This guide was put together by our Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, and Exercise Physiologists in Blacktown, and answers all the common questions we get about ankle sprains, and how to get them better quickly and properly.

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Hip Osteoarthritis

Hip osteoarthritis is a condition where cartilage in the hip joint wears down, leading to pain and stiffness. Symptoms include difficulty moving and daily activities. Treatment options include lifestyle changes, exercise, medications, and surgery. While there’s no cure, early diagnosis and management can significantly improve people's quality of life.

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Middle Back Pain

Middle back pain affects the thoracic spine area and can range from mild to severe. Causes include poor posture, muscle strain, and underlying health conditions. Symptoms involve aching, stiffness, and sometimes radiating pain. Treatment options include exercise therapy, manual therapy, and lifestyle modifications.

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Neck Pain

Neck pain is a common condition affecting the cervical spine, muscles, and nerves in the neck area. It can be caused by poor posture, injury, or underlying health conditions. Treatment options include exercise therapy, manual therapy, and lifestyle modifications.

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Rotator Cuff Tears

Rotator cuff tears are injuries to the muscles and tendons surrounding the shoulder joint, causing pain and weakness. They can result from injury, repetitive motions, or age-related degeneration. Treatment options range from physical therapy to surgery in severe cases.

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