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Headaches! Differentiate between the different types
Although many people complain of headaches, not all headaches are the same. It can be beneficial for people to distinguish between tension-type headaches and migraine headaches in order to better ...
Plantar Fasciitis and the Importance of Treating the Midfoot
Plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain, can be a debilitating condition. While many approaches focus solely on addressing the symptoms in the heel area, a crucial aspect that ...
ACL Ruptures – Why they Don’t Always Require Surgery
If you’ve ever experienced an ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) rupture or know someone who has, you’re probably aware of the common perception that surgery is the only solution. However, recent ...
Torticollis in Babies: Early Signs/Importance of Physiotherapy
Babies that are the first born, have a difficult delivery or are stuck in a difficult position (such as breech) in the womb can be more likely to have torticollis. ...
Vitamin Supplementation; Debunking Myths and Exploring the Benefits for Overall Health
In the search for optimal health, many people look to vitamin supplementation as a means to fill potential nutritional gaps and enhance their health and well-being. However, amidst the plethora ...
Celebrating Our Success: 2024 Southern Highlands Local Business Awards
We’re so excited to share some very exciting news (if you haven’t seen it already), our clinic has been named WINNER of the “Outstanding Health Improvement Services” at the 2024 ...
Arthritis and Exercise: Your Guide to Active Pain Management
It's crucial to remember that exercise doesn't have to mean strenuous workouts at the gym. Gentle, low-impact activities can be highly effective in managing arthritis pain.
After Hurting Your Back: What Not to Do and What to Do Next
Sustaining a back injury from heavy lifting can be a painful and frustrating experience, but it's important to approach it with patience and caution. By avoiding common pitfalls and adopting ...
The Water Bucket Analogy on Pain
Pain, as weird as this sounds, can be likened to a bucket of water. The water bucket analogy provides a simple yet powerful visualisation of pain accumulation. Each drop of ...
How Ankle Stability Can Affect Knee Pain
Knee pain is a common complaint among athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and even those leading a sedentary lifestyle. While the knee joint itself can be susceptible to various injuries and conditions, ...
Postpartum Comfort: The Benefits of SRC Shorts
Bringing a new life into the world is an incredible experience. But it also comes with its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to postpartum recovery.
As a new ...
The Link Between Dehydration and Headaches: Why Hydration Matters More Than You Think
Do you often find yourself reaching for painkillers to alleviate that pounding headache? Have you considered whether you're drinking enough water? It might sound surprising, but dehydration could be the ...
Moving Through Arthritis: How Exercise Eases Joint Pain
There are many different varieties of arthritis, but the two most prevalent forms are rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis (OA). Inflammation of the joints causes discomfort, stiffness, and a reduction ...
Growth Disorders in Children
As children grow, their bodies constantly undergo changes, including the development of the musculoskeletal system. However, sometimes this growth process can lead to various disorders that affect the bones, joints, ...
Embrace the Motion: Why Moving Matters in Pain Management
sometimes, the best medicine isn't found in stillness but in motion. Yep, you heard me right! Moving, even when it hurts a bit, can be a game-changer in your journey ...
How Your Food Choices Impact Your Pain: The Simple Connection Between Diet and Gut Health
Have you ever considered that what you eat could affect how much pain you feel? It turns out, there's a direct link between the food you put into your body ...
Tape Talk: Busting the Myths Surrounding Kinesiology Tape
With its vibrant colours being displayed on the limbs of athletes and fitness enthusiasts, kinesiology tape has become a well known sight in the world of sports and rehabilitation.
The De-load week – It is ok to have a break, the gains ain’t leaving
For any weekend warrior or gym-goer, the idea of taking a step back from their rigorous workout routine might seem counterintuitive. After all, the fitness journey is often characterised by ...
How Tight Neck Muscles Can Cause Tension Headaches
Tension headaches are a common condition that many people experience in their daily lives. They often manifest as a dull, aching pain in the head and can be quite debilitating. ...
Cortisone Injections: What are they and how do they help?
Cortisone injections offer a valuable solution for managing joint pain and inflammation, providing temporary relief while underlying issues are addressed. When combined with physiotherapy and a comprehensive rehabilitation program, individuals ...
Role of Active Therapy in Treatment
When we are in pain the common thought is to rest up and stop moving completely, correct? WRONG. Research shows us that appropriate rehabilitation plans and active movement can help ...
Thoracic Mobility – The Importance for Shoulder Function
The thoracic spine, or upper and middle back, is critical to shoulder mobility and general upper body movement. Read more to find out how!
Common Running Injuries: Prevention through Stability, Strength, and Flexibility Exercises
Running is a popular form of exercise that offers numerous health benefits, both physical and mental. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a casual jogger, it's important to be aware ...
Embracing the Conservative Approach: Rehabilitating a Ruptured ACL Without Surgery in Sports
When it comes to an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture in sports, the traditional approach has often been surgical intervention. However, recent research studies have shed light on the effectiveness ...
Debunking Common Myths About Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy is a dynamic and evidence-based profession that offers a wide range of benefits beyond what myths may suggest. By dispelling these misconceptions, we hope to encourage individuals to explore ...
How Physiotherapy Can Help You to Manage Your Pelvic Pain
Pelvic pain can be a distressing condition that can impact your quality of life and prevent you from doing the things you love. However, there is hope. Physiotherapy can help ...
Home Desk Set-up: This is important
In today's fast-paced world, where office work and remote work are increasingly common, it's crucial to prioritise our physical well-being. So, let us take you through the fundamentals of having ...
The Positive Effects of Pilates on Chronic Lower Back
Pilates can be a safe and effective way to manage chronic lower back pain. But don't just take my word for it – give Pilates a try for yourself! With ...
Breathing and the Pelvic Floor: How Physiotherapy Can Help
Breathing is a natural and essential part of life. But, did you know that the way you breathe can impact the health of your pelvic floor? Want more info? Make ...
Returning to Deadlifting After Injuring Your Lower Back
Deadlifting is a great way to build strength and muscle mass in the lower body, but it can also be risky if proper form is not used. Unfortunately, lower back ...
How Sitting Affects Your Lower Back Pain
Sitting exerts significant pressure on your spine compared to standing or moving. When you sit, your spine bears the weight of your body, burdening the discs and surrounding structures. Read ...
Ankle sprain got you down? Let’s Run Again!
So, you've been hit with an ankle sprain and you're itching to get back to running. We all know how frustrating it can be to sit on the sidelines while ...
Is the booty band really worth it?
Squatting is a great way to build lower body strength and improve your overall fitness. But did you know that using a resistance band during a squat could potentially be ...
Pain holding you back?
It's no secret that rehabilitation exercises can be a real pain in the...well, you know. But fear not, because there are techniques that can help reduce our pain sensitivity and ...
The Effect of Turmeric on Inflammation, Joint Pain and Arthritis
Turmeric contains a powerful compound called curcumin, which is responsible for its many health benefits. Curcumin has been extensively researched and has been found to have potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant ...
Shin Splints: When Your Legs Rebel Against You
Shin splints may be a pain in the shins (literally), but with proper prevention and treatment, you can get back to your regular activities in no time.
“Its my Sciatica playing up again”
Sciatica is a symptom of an underlying condition that affects the sciatic nerve. When something compresses or irritates the nerve, it can cause pain, tingling, and numbness that radiates down ...
No more neck pains, Just gains: How to tackle facet pain
Facet mediated pain through the cervical spine is a common condition that can cause significant pain and discomfort. Early diagnosis and treatment are essential to managing the condition and preventing ...
Ice? Heat? Rest? Sleep? How the heck do I manage this acute injury!
Out with the old and in with the new! Did you know the PEACE & LOVE method of dealing with acute injuries has been shown to lead to a faster ...
The Dynamic Duo: How Cardio and Strength Training Can Transform Your Body and Mind
Strength and cardio training are both essential forms of exercise that offer a wide range of health and fitness benefits. Regular participation in both types of training can improve muscle ...
Big toe? What’s the big deal?
That's right, we're talking about the big toe - the often forgotten and neglected digit of our feet. But trust me, this tiny little guy plays a big role in ...
The Bursitis Boogie: How to Shake off Shoulder Pain
Subacromial bursitis is a common injury that can be caused by repetitive overhead motions, age, obesity, and certain medical conditions. But with proper treatment, rehabilitation and activity, you will be ...
Thoracic Spine Mobility – Why is it important?
The mobility of the thoracic spine is crucial for maintaining good posture, reducing pain and stiffness, and preventing injuries. By incorporating exercises and activities that focus on improving thoracic spine ...
The Sprainful Truth: A Look at ATFL Ankle Injuries
It's one of the most common injuries out there, and if you're reading this, there's a good chance you or someone you know has experienced the pain and frustration that ...
Jumper’s knee stopping you in your tracks?
Patella tendinopathy is a knee condition caused by overuse or repetitive stress. It can be treated through a three-phase rehabilitation process and has a generally positive prognosis. Make sure you ...
Stress Incontinence and CrossFit
Leaking while lifting? What about running, jumping or skipping? Although it may be common incontinence is certainly not normal and things can be done to help!
Shin Splints Impacting Your Running?
Shin splints are one of the most common running injuries, reported to make up to 12-18 per cent of all running injuries. Make sure you read this article to get ...
Frozen Shoulder – Why does it occur and are you at risk?
Have you been suffering with shoulder stiffness? Severe shoulder pain associated with lack of motion? Has this pain been present for months/years? If you’ve nodded your way through these questions, ...
The benefits of Chiropractic adjustments – What do they actually do?
There are a couple of the headache questions that a Chiropractor has to deal with on the daily. So today I’m gonna give you guys an insight into what an ...
Working From Home Killing Your Back? Here are our top tips
Almost twice as many employed Australians worked from home one or more times for per week in April 2022 when compared to March 2020. Unfortunately, what we see in clinic ...
Chiropractic Care: How Can We Help?
Let's debunk some of these so we can get you in the treatment room and get you back to do doing what you love.
Could Your Shoulder Pain Be Caused by Your Neck?
Have you been experiencing pain in your shoulder? Well, you might be assuming that it is because of an issue with your shoulder. Makes sense right?
But did you know that ...
Prolonged Sitting & Back Pain – What’s the Link?
The spine relies on constant movement to keep itself free and pliable. What happens when we immobilise it in sitting for to long?
Dehydration and Back Pain
We all know drinking water is vital for our general wellbeing, but did you know it is important for our spinal health?
Struggling With Your Snatch? Here’s Why…
Struggling with your snatch? When was the last time you overhead squatted? Read more to find out how important an overhead squatting technique is to smashing your next snatch PB. ...
Reasons Your Plantar Fasciitis is Not Getting Better
Many people find their plantar fasciitis hard to shake off. Read here to find out the 4 most common reasons why your plantar fasciitis is not getting better.
Discs Don’t Slip
Discs don't slip. In fact, it's impossible for your disc to slip. Why, then, do people say it so often? Find out here!
Front Rack Mobility: Six Exercises to Improve It
The front rack position is used frequently in weightlifting but MANY people struggle with it. Here's 6 exercise to help improve your form.
Mallet Finger
For all those rugby or basketball players out there you may have heard of mallet finger...or had your fair share of it! Read on to find out what we do ...
Back Pain – When To Scan?
A question I often get asked in the clinic is “should I get a scan for my back”? The simple answer – maybe.
Mobility vs. Flexibility
To kick things off, let's get one thing straight - flexibility and mobility are NOT the same thing.... Keep reading to find out more
Clinical Pilates at Invigorate
Why do our Physiotherapists run Pilates at our clinic? In short, to get you better! Keep reading to find out more!
Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) – Don’t Aim Too High!
Have you had shoulder pain or limited range that started a few days post-vaccination?
Should Knees Travel Past Toes When Squatting?
For years it has been advised that your knees should not travel past your toes when performing a squat... but should they?
Vexatious Vertigo
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, otherwise known as BPPV- you might be thinking "woah, what on earth is that?!" Keep reading to find out more
Can Diet Have an Impact on Chronic Pain?
It is understood that the foods you eat (and those you don’t) impact how well your body fights pain and inflammation. Keep reading to find out more about its role ...
Cervical Radiculopathy: More Than Just A Pinched Nerve?
Cervical radiculopathy... well, what a mouthful. Read more to learn more about that neck and arm pain
Suck Off Sciatica
Sciatica. Most of you have probably heard of it, but what really is it? Find out here.
Myths About ACL Injuries
ACL reconstruction recently? This is a must read!
ACL Rehab and Physio
Rehabilitation for ACL repair is crucial post-surgery to improve the recovery process, prevent the risk of re-rupture and to increase range and strength of the affected knee.
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis: What is it and what can be done about it?
Tennis players, golfers, gardeners, heavy lifters and even recent mothers are just a few that can develop De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis. Thumb pain? Keep reading
Tennis Elbow
In today's blog William talks you through everything tennis elbow. Pain , education and recovery. This is a must read if you have elbow pain.
Jumpers Knee
Patellar tendinopathy also knows as jumpers’ knee is an overuse injury that presents as pain at the front of the patella.
Truths About Tendinopathy You Need to Know!
Tendinopathies can be a real pain! They generally have a long and slow recovery, but we have some top tips we wanted to share with you surrounding this condition.
A guide to getting back into a gym routine post lockdown
Loading that barbell back to the pre-Covid weight may not be your best idea. To avoid injury, burnout and reduce the anxiety here is our guide to getting back into ...
Heel pain stopping you?
Plantar fasciitis is a painful condition of the heel of the foot. In plantar fasciitis, the plantar facia becomes irritated and ultimately thickens.
Syndes-what?
Syndesmosis injuries, account for approximately 11% of all ankle injuries, with a higher occurrence in sporting activities
Mummy Tummy? We can help
A common misconception of this condition is that the two sides of the six-pack pull apart and actually separate. This however, is a myth.
Leak a little? Read this!
Urinary incontinence affects up to 10% of Australian men and up to 38% of Australian Women.
My Achilles Heel
Tendon rupture occurs when sudden forces are exerted upon the Achilles tendon during strenuous physical activities
Structural Muscle Injuries
Muscle injuries occur when the amount of forced being applied exceeds its ability to withstand the force.
Can Physio Help my OA?
2.2 million Australians currently live with OA, with numbers expected to skyrocket to 3.1 million by 2030.
Osteoarthritis Myths
We just wanted to bust some common myths surrounding Osteoarthritis!
Pain in the bum?
Pain on the outside of your leg or lying on your side? You might have something called bursitis
How do I know? My hip or back?
Treatment of hip and lower back pain is not black and white. Instead, it can vary drastically.
Hip Arthritis Mistakes
Avoid these four mistakes and you can more effectively manage your hip osteoarthritis.
Hip Flexors tight? Sore Back?
Repetitive activity or sitting down for too long leads to prolonged contraction of the hip flexors...
Lumbar Spine Disc Injuries
Lumbar disc pathologies can usually be treated conservatively using physiotherapy modalities....
The dangers of poor sitting posture
It may be surprising to some to learn that sitting actually places more stress on your spinal discs than standing.