How do I know if I have tennis elbow? Lateral epicondylitis, otherwise known as “tennis elbow” is one of the most common injuries of the elbow. It is caused by overuse or repetitive strain involving...
Varicose Veins: Common Myths, Tips & Treatments
Posted By Matt O'Brien,
29/06/2020 09:00 AM
What causes Varicose Veins? Varicose veins are enlarged dark-coloured veins that occur when blood backs up and causes damage to the veins. Often found in legs, varicose veins can cause aching,...
Does your child have heel pain?
Posted By Matt O'Brien,
22/06/2020 09:00 AM
Do you see them rubbing their heels after exercise? One of the most common causes of heel pain in children is Severs Disease. It is most prevalent from ages 8 to 14. Boys are slightly more common to...
Stress Fractures v Shin Splints
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19/06/2020 08:00 AM
Stress fractures and “shin splints” (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome) are two common overuse injuries of the lower leg. Both of these conditions usually result from a recent increase in training volume...
Intersection Syndrome in Rowers
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06/04/2020 09:00 AM
Intersection syndrome is an overuse injury involving friction at the intersection between two compartments of the wrist, each wrapped in their own sheath. The affected compartments in the wrist are sh...
Strength Training in the Elderly Population
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02/04/2020 09:00 AM
Aging is associated with a progressive decline in overall muscle and bone health. As a result, balance, proprioception and strength are also reduced, which increases the risk of falls. According to th...
Should I Be Foam Rolling My ITB
Posted By Matt O'Brien,
30/03/2020 08:00 AM
Chances are if you’ve done almost any type of exercise in the last few years you will have heard of, seen or used a foam roller. Many of you may also have been instructed to roll your Iliotibial Band...
Infection Control Training - COVID 19
Posted By Melanie Roberts,
26/03/2020 21:00 PM
All our staff have undertaken the Australian Government Department of Health Infection Control Training for COVID-19 to ensure your safety and well being whilst you visit our clinic.
Achilles Tendinopathy
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26/03/2020 09:00 AM
Here’s a few facts about the Achilles tendon before we discuss tendinopathies: The Achilles tendon is a thick band of connective tissue that joins the calf muscles to the heel bone The function...
Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Knee & What to Do
Posted By Matt O'Brien,
23/03/2020 20:00 PM
Some quick stats & facts: 1 million Australians are believed to have osteoarthritis Woman are more likely to have it than men More than 25% of people 65 years and older experience some form...
