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Danielle Egan
Joint hypermobility is when the joints in one, or many, parts of the body are more flexible than what is considered typical. This can be beneficial for many sports including gymnastics and dance, as well as for playing musical instruments. However, it can also be associated with other health concerns including dysautonomia and POTS, scoliosis, gastrointestinal disorders, anxiety, and sleep difficulties.
Continuing professional development (CPD) is a critical part of any healthcare professional’s career. In order to be an effective clinician utilising evidence-based practice, we must constantly be learning and growing as professionals. CPD can consist of a variety of different tactics for learning and growth.
Spondylolysis, which is a stress fracture of the spine due to overuse, is one of the most common causes of back pain in adolescent athletes. The stress fracture is in the posterior part of the spine, in an area called the pars interarticularis.
I’m Danielle Egan, a physiotherapist originally from the United States and I am so excited to join the team at McGowan Physio! I graduated with my Doctor of Physical Therapy from University of Delaware in the USA in 2019 after I completed my Bachelor’s degree in Biology.