As humans we are the most adapted and have potential to be the best movers on the planet. Yes, we cannot jump up a fence like a cat or sprint like a cheetah but we can throw a Frisbee, tie a shoelace and loco mote on 1,2,3 or 4 limbs.As a species we evolved for […]
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Now that restrictions are easing and gyms are open many of you are keen to return to your pre-Covid exercise regime. However it’s important to know how to return safely to the gym post Covid 19 to avoid injury. Here are our tips on how you to get back to the gym: Hygiene Number 1 […]
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Over the last few weeks one positive that has surprised us in the clinic is the number of people seeking our expertise for exercise related injuries. It seems that half of North Sydney has managed to dust of their running shoes and hit the pleasantly empty streets. With gyms closed, CEO’s working from home and […]
Read More ›Like many of our clients we are aware of the impact the Coronavirus is having on our community and have implemented further precautions to limit the risk of infection to our clients and in our clinic. We are following recommendations from NSW Health and our Physiotherapy Association to reduce the risk of COVID-19 spreading. These include: […]
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I recently had a discussion with a client whether Remedial massage is a luxury or a necessity. Some people view Remedial Massage as a luxury “I will book a massage as a birthday present”, whilst others see it as a necessity because they have an ongoing or chronic issue. There are many benefits of remedial […]
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It’s Tradies National Health Month and as physios we always want to help prevent injuries for all our clients. So as part of this month we’re encouraging all our tradies to get active and get checked. If you’re a tradie no doubt you make sure your tools and ute are in top shape but what […]
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Many clients ask us about the best desk setup to prevent pain and injury. But have you considered changing your computer workstation recently or thought it was time to change those bad work habits you have developed? Poor workspace design or posture can lead to discomfort in our back, neck, shoulders and wrists. These are […]
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With the Sydney City to Surf just under 3 weeks away, are you only now realising you’re not feeling quite as prepared as you would like. That perfect 12 week training program that you promised yourself you would do this year never happened. For some, the regret is real. But now is not the time […]
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Some of us shy away from resistance training – we don’t want to get ‘bulky’, it’s too hard, or it’s just not for me. But there are so many benefits of resistance training. When we talk about resistance training we are not just talking about going to the gym and pumping iron. Resistance training can […]
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Sitting at a desk all day can create a lot of stiffness in our backs. This isn’t just in the lower back that a lot of people complain about, but a lot of the time it is coming from our thoracic spine (middle of the back) which cops a lot being in the one position […]
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