Blog & Physiotherapy Tips
This is where I write about physiotherapy in Basel, sports rehabilitation and the questions that keep coming up in practice. Some articles are very practical, others go a little deeper. The main themes are sport, concussion, running, cycling and how to rebuild capacity after injury.
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Concussion · Dizziness · Knee and meniscus · Sports rehabilitation · Running · Cycling and BMX · Young athletes · Practical information
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ACL reconstruction: when can I run, jump and return to sport?
Returning after ACL reconstruction is a progression from running to jumping, cutting and sport. Time and limb symmetry alone cannot make the decision. Read more
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Concussion or a head-injury warning sign: when is it urgent?
Most suspected concussions need assessment, but some symptoms after a head impact need urgent care. Warning signs may coexist with a concussion. Read more
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What changes in the brain after a concussion?
A concussion changes how the brain works even when scans are normal. Understand the temporary energy mismatch and the logic behind gradual recovery. Read more
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Strength training for children: what age is safe to start?
There is no universal birthday for starting resistance training. A suitable programme depends on readiness, coaching, technique and gradual progression. Read more
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Osgood-Schlatter in teen athletes: pain, training and treatment
Osgood-Schlatter is pain at the growing attachment below the knee. Activity can often be modified while strength and sport tolerance are rebuilt. Read more
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Meniscus injuries in children and teenagers: what does growth change?
Knee pain during growth is not always a meniscus tear. Symptoms, the discoid meniscus, tissue preservation and rehabilitation all shape care. Read more
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Persistent dizziness after BPPV or vestibular neuritis: what next?
Residual dizziness after BPPV or vestibular neuritis despite treatment? Understand possible causes and the next steps in a new assessment in Basel. Read more
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Concussion: What Does a Physiotherapy Assessment Look Like?
An anonymised clinical example showing how dizziness, eye movements, the neck and exercise tolerance can be assessed after concussion. Read more
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Physiotherapy for Dizziness in Basel: When Can Vestibular Rehabilitation Help?
Dizziness with movement, in shops, in bed or after concussion: when vestibular physiotherapy can help and what is assessed. Read more