Kelly Frames Biokineticists

Kelly Frames Biokineticists Rehab of orthopedic injuries, chronic and neurological condition, sport injuries.
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Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) is a common cause of pain on the outside of the hip, often worsened by walking...
09/04/2026

Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) is a common cause of pain on the outside of the hip, often worsened by walking, lying on the affected side, climbing stairs, or prolonged standing.
It typically involves irritation of the hip tendons or inflammation of the bursa and is frequently linked to muscle weakness, poor biomechanics, or overuse.

⚠️ If left untreated, GTPS can lead to:
• Persistent or worsening hip pain
• Reduced mobility & difficulty with daily activities
• Compensatory movement patterns that may cause lower back, knee, or opposite hip pain
• Tendon degeneration and prolonged recovery time
• Deconditioning and decreased overall function

How Biokinetics Helps:
✔️ Targeted strengthening of hip muscles
✔️ Improved movement patterns and load management
✔️ Pain reduction and improved function
✔️ Safe, progressive return to activity and sport

Early rehabilitation is key to preventing chronic pain and long-term dysfunction. 💪

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Is Your Child’s School Bag Causing Back Pain? 🎒Carrying a heavy or poorly fitted school bag can place excessive strain o...
08/04/2026

Is Your Child’s School Bag Causing Back Pain? 🎒

Carrying a heavy or poorly fitted school bag can place excessive strain on the spine, shoulders, and muscles — especially in growing children and teenagers. Over time, this can contribute to poor posture, muscle fatigue, and discomfort.

⚠️ Risks of an Incorrect or Overloaded School Bag:
• Back, neck, and shoulder pain
• Poor posture and spinal strain
• Muscle fatigue and reduced endurance
• Increased risk of overuse injuries
• Difficulty concentrating due to discomfort

Biokinetics Tips for Healthy School Bag Use:
✔️ Keep the bag weight below 10–15% of body weight
✔️ Use both shoulder straps to distribute load evenly
✔️ Adjust straps so the bag sits close to the back
✔️ Pack heavier items closest to the spine
✔️ Strengthen core and postural muscles regularly

Early prevention protects growing spines.
Proper load management and posture can make a big difference in long-term musculoskeletal health. 💪

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Hip pain when cycling is common — but it’s often manageable.Factors such as bike set-up, posture, load, and muscle stren...
02/04/2026

Hip pain when cycling is common — but it’s often manageable.

Factors such as bike set-up, posture, load, and muscle strength can contribute to hip discomfort during cycling.

A structured rehabilitation programme through biokinetics can help address strength deficits, improve movement mechanics, and support pain-free cycling.

Assess the cause. Correct the mechanics. Ride comfortably. 🚴‍♂️

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Snapping ankle is commonly associated with instability or subluxation of the peroneal tendons around the lateral ankle. ...
31/03/2026

Snapping ankle is commonly associated with instability or subluxation of the peroneal tendons around the lateral ankle. This may present as a clicking or snapping sensation, discomfort, or reduced confidence during movement.

Biokinetics plays a key role in management through targeted rehabilitation aimed at improving ankle stability, neuromuscular control, strength, and functional loading. Early intervention can help reduce symptoms and prevent recurrence.

Restore stability. Improve function. Return to movement safely.

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Not every rotator cuff tear requires surgical intervention.Evidence shows that many rotator cuff injuries can be effecti...
30/03/2026

Not every rotator cuff tear requires surgical intervention.

Evidence shows that many rotator cuff injuries can be effectively managed with structured, progressive rehabilitation.

Biokinetics focuses on restoring shoulder strength, stability, range of motion, and functional capacity through individualized exercise therapy.

Early, appropriate rehabilitation can reduce pain, improve function, and support optimal recovery outcomes while potentially avoiding unnecessary surgery.

Assessment. Rehabilitation. Functional recovery.

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27/03/2026

Expectation vs reality

Professional on paper.
Comedians in the gym 😝🤪💪🤸

Nerve Pain (Neuropathic)Nerve-related pain is typically described as sharp, burning, or electric-like, and may travel al...
25/03/2026

Nerve Pain (Neuropathic)

Nerve-related pain is typically described as sharp, burning, or electric-like, and may travel along a specific path down the arm or leg. It is often accompanied by tingling, numbness, or pins and needles, and can occur even when you are not actively moving.

Biokinetics management aims to reduce nerve irritation and improve movement tolerance through graded exercise, posture correction, and controlled mobility work. Addressing nerve symptoms early can help restore normal function and prevent ongoing sensitivity.

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Joint pain is often experienced as a deeper ache or stiffness, particularly after periods of rest or with certain moveme...
24/03/2026

Joint pain is often experienced as a deeper ache or stiffness, particularly after periods of rest or with certain movements such as bending, squatting, or twisting.

Unlike muscle pain, it can feel harder to pinpoint and may be linked to joint irritation, instability, or early degenerative changes.

Biokinetics focuses on improving joint stability and control through structured strengthening and mobility work. By supporting the joint with stronger surrounding muscles and better movement patterns, we help reduce pain and protect long-term joint health.

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Muscle Pain (Myofascial)Muscle pain that feels dull, tight, or tender to touch is often myofascial in nature. It commonl...
23/03/2026

Muscle Pain (Myofascial)

Muscle pain that feels dull, tight, or tender to touch is often myofascial in nature.

It commonly develops from overuse, poor posture, stress, or movement imbalances, and is usually felt in a specific, localised area.

Biokinetics plays an important role in managing this type of pain by addressing the underlying cause. Through targeted exercise, stretching, and movement retraining, we aim to reduce muscle tension, restore normal function, and prevent recurring discomfort.

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🦴 Understanding Hip DysplasiaHip dysplasia occurs when the hip socket doesn’t fully cover the ball of the upper thigh bo...
28/10/2025

🦴 Understanding Hip Dysplasia

Hip dysplasia occurs when the hip socket doesn’t fully cover the ball of the upper thigh bone — i.e the socket is shallow which leads to instability, pain, or early arthritis.

🔹 Girls are 4–5x more likely to develop hip dysplasia, accounting for 80% of all cases.
🔹 Family history matters: A parent with hip dysplasia increases a child’s risk by 12%.

Early detection and proper management are key to preserving hip function and preventing long-term complications.

💡 What to look out for:

Deep groin pain or clicking in the hip

Limited hip movement

Hip instability or “giving way”

Pain after prolonged sitting or exercise

{Bruder et al., 2024; Tao Z et al., 2023}

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