August is Tradies National Health Month and here are our five health and safety tips for tradies. According to research by the Australian Physiotherapy Association: Tradies account for 58% of all serious injury/disease claims but only make up 30% of the workforce 79% of tradies said they took good care of their tools compared to […]
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Many pregnant clients ask us the best way in keeping active during pregnancy. In the past it was recommended that women rest whilst their bodies adapted to growing another little person inside. Exercise was to be avoided and lifting kept to a minimum. However now it is recommended by specialists, doctors and physiotherapists to keep […]
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We’re excited to be the supporting physios for Coastrek this year. The event, which raises funds for the Fred Hollows Foundation, is a 30km or 60km walk starting from Manly/Kirribilli and finishing at the iconic Bondi Beach. We’ll be at Kirribilli after midday on Friday 16th March providing physio treatment, advice and taping for any […]
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Ankle sprains are extremely common in both the sporting and non-sporting worlds, with 70% of Australian’s reporting a history of ankle sprain during their lifetime. It has long been regarded as a harmless injury with very few individuals following a rehabilitation program after injury. However current research indicates that the pain, swelling and ligament damage […]
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As part of R U Ok day we’re looking at the benefits of exercise on mental health. Exercise has been shown to reduce stress and symptoms of mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety and help with recovery from mental health issues. Here are some great benefits of exercise on mental health: Improve your […]
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We’re all in need of a good sleep and to round out the week of Women’s Health Week today’s topic is sleep and fatigue. Some facts about sleep: Poor sleep can lead to health issues such as heart disease and diabetes. In women of reproductive age, a lack of sleep can lead to an increase […]
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Today we’re looking at Physical Activity as part of Women’s Health Week and the many benefits to your health. Recommended amount of physical activity per week: Be active everyday (this can be walking to get a coffee, grabbing a bit to eat for lunch or hopping off the bus one stop early) Do muscle strengthening […]
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Today marks the Half way point of Women’s Health week! The focus for today is bone health. Bones are very important for our overall health. Not only do they allow us to move, they provide a strong protective structure around our organs, help to make blood cells and act as a storage space for minerals. […]
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Mindfulness is the hot discussion topic for day number two of Women’s Health week. Research has shown that Mindfulness can be effective in helping us manage depression and anxiety. It can help to decrease stress, worry and anger. But what is Mindfulness? Mindfulness is about paying more attention to the present moment, being aware of […]
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Today marks the first day of the national Women’s Health Week – a week for women to stop and make their health a priority. This year, each day will focus on a different element of women’s health including heart health, mindfulness, bone health, physical activity and sleep and fatigue. As health professionals we are encouraging […]
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