Healthcare is an extremely broad field with countless aspects to it. Healthcare include physical illness, mental health and injuries to joints muscles and bones. With so many facets to health, choosing the correct healthcare/ medical practitioner can be confusing. Typically, most people start with their Family Doctor.Typically, this is a good start, a general practitioner […]
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The hardest thing currently is the overabundance of misinformation that exists. This is particularly true when it comes to exercise. Every week there is a new fad for the health and fitness industry, and it can be hard to determine what is required to keep fit and healthy. This article will clarify everything.The American College […]
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Working from home during isolation? Here are some tips to try and reduce the development of headaches and neck pain.
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Being in isolation can make it difficult to arrange appointments. We offer Podiatry and Physiotherapy home visit consultations. Learn more.
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In light of the restrictions of COVID-19 many Australians have started working from home. In the clinic, we are seeing a wave of individuals with aches and pains due to working from home. Here are 4 ways to prevent pain when working from home. Schedule regular movement. Healthcare has moved away from emphasising a neutral […]
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Are you familiar with the sound of a popping joint? Joint popping occurs due to tribonucleation – the creation of a small space between bones. People view popping joints as a serious sign of unhealthy joints, some to the point of avoiding strenuous activity.
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Working as a physio for the past decade has allowed me to rehabilitate a huge scope of people following various orthopaedic surgeries. I have worked with these people through their struggles, triumphs and thankfully not too often some unfavourable outcomes but it has not been until I have gone through my own journey with a […]
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One third of people that are aged 65 years and over will have at least one fall or more annually! Falls are a huge burden on the health care system and physiotherapist play a crucial role in preventing falls in the elderly.
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Pain is the most common reason why people seek medical help. Within the healthcare system, pain remains a challenge to treat and still to this day is one of the most misunderstood areas in the literature. What is it? Pain is an unpleasant emotional and sensory experience associated with potential tissue damage. It is one […]
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As a physiotherapist for over 10 years, I have observed many advances in our profession that have seen it increasingly grow and expand. Over this time there has also been a lot of common misconceptions and questions that we come across daily. Hopefully, this article can clarify these recurrent questions and misunderstandings we come across […]
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Often Podiatrists will see patients coming through with the idea that they are sporting the best available footwear on the market, and often they are not far off the mark. A lot of these so called “good” footwear options may be 2 to 3 years old, worn out and to be honest may be causing […]
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It can be quite common to have a sore or stiff shoulder at some point in your life, even without an injury. People with a sore shoulder will often visit the GP as a starting off point. This would often result in a referral for an XRAY and diagnostic ultrasound to help aid in assessment. […]
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Osteoarthritis affects 2.2 million Australians. The condition costs our health system $2.1 billion per year. People with osteoarthritis are frequently provided misinformation via friends, family, social media and other health professionals. Exposure to misinformation changes the decisions people make in relation to their health care and it is our responsibility as physiotherapists to address […]
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Firstly let’s address the difference between a Podiatrist and a Physiotherapist. A podiatrist role in managing lower limb injuries is based around addressing causative factors through biomechanical analysis, footwear advice or incorporation of orthosis. Whereas a physiotherapist helps patients to restore, maximise and maintain their physical strength and function through identifying potential physical or biomechanical […]
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Chilblains are damage to the skin caused by changes in temperatures typically affecting the hands and feet. The small blood vessels that supply the skin dilate and contract in response to changing temperature, fast changes can cause the leaking of fluid and chemicals under the skin causing swelling and injury to the skin. Chilblains are […]
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One of the most frequently asked questions I get in the clinic from patients is the concerning sounds like clicking, popping, snapping produced my movement. These noises can be concerning to the patient, therefore, leading to think that movement is aggravating and damaging the affected area. As we age, these types of sensations become more […]
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As that time of year fast approaches where training re-commences for physical winter sports, all those niggling injuries from last season and over indulgence over the holidays can cause problems. A good, solid and progressive pre-season training regime is vital to maximise performance and minimise injuries. Here are three key benefits of completing a structured […]
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Intoeing is when the feet turn inwards during gait and is commonly known as being pigeon-toed. This is often seen among children and in most cases will resolve without treatment as the child grows. This is why it’s less commonly seen in adults. Intoeing may initially cause a child to trip but should reduce over […]
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So many of us try from year to year try to get in shape for the warmer months, but for some of us we go too hard, too fast and this is normally the calling card for shin splints! You’ve probably heard of them but what actually are shin splints? Shin splints is a term […]
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The Anterior Cruciate Ligament or ACL is an important ligament that stabilises the knee. The role of the ACL is to prevent the tibia or shin bone from moving forward relative to the femur/thigh bone and to prevent buckling of the knee. We need our ACLs to control pivoting movements, ruptures occur when too much […]
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