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Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is an autoimmune inflammatory arthritis that primarily affects the spine. In this condition the joints of the neck, back and pelvis become inflamed, which results in pain and stiffness. Ankylosing spondylitis can also affect other parts of the body including eyes, skin, bowel and lungs.

Iliotibial Band Syndrome, or ITB syndrome, is the most common cause of outer knee pain in the endurance-based athlete. In runners, it is estimated this condition will occur in 5-14% of the population, and in cyclists, ITB syndrome accounts for 15-24% of all injuries.

Leg length discrepancy is when there is a noticeable difference between the lengths of a pair of limbs, that is, one leg is shorter than the other. This has the potential to alter the way we load through the joints of the knee, hips, and low back.

Cousin to Tennis Elbow, Golfer’s Elbow (or Medial Epicondylitis) refers to an overuse injury causing pain on the inside of the elbow.

Plantar Fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain seen in the community, affecting around 10% of the general population.

Learn more about forefoot pain, also known as metatarsalgia - what are the two main types, what causes it and what can be done to treat it.