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 […]
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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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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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With an active community of clients and ourselves having participated in trail runs/walks we understand the importance of preparation and injury prevention. Nothing can be more disappointing than putting in all the training only to pull out of your event due to injury. We’ve put together some simple tips to ensure you get the most […]
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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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