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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A new clinical care standard for the treatment for knee OA has been released by the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care earlier this year. The standard states surgery should be a last resort for knee OA and exercise, weight loss and the use of pain relieving medication should be the gold […]
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Vertigo is a common condition which affects up to 1 in 2 people. The great news, if you do suffer from vertigo, is physio can help to treat your dizziness and vertigo through a simple manoeuvre and exercises. What is vertigo Vertigo is a sensation of movement or spinning, tilting or swaying when your body is […]
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Abdominal separation after pregnancy is very common. It is also know as Diastasis of Rectus Abdominis Muscle and refers to the separation of the two sides of your rectus abdominis during pregnancy. This can occur as your baby grows and the uterus expands it pushes the muscles apart which over time lengthens them. Most women […]
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