Stress Relief Through Massage: Benefits for Mind and Body
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Stress Relief Through Massage: Benefits for Mind and Body

Let’s face it—stress is part of modern life. Whether it’s work deadlines, family pressures, or just the hustle of everyday responsibilities, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The good news? You don’t have to live in a constant state of tension. Massage therapy is one of the simplest and most enjoyable ways to ease stress and give both your mind and body the break they deserve.

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Menopause and the Pelvic Floor
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Menopause and the Pelvic Floor

During menopause (and the years leading up to it, aka perimenopause), oestrogen levels drop significantly. Oestrogen plays a key role in keeping pelvic tissues strong, elastic, and well-lubricated.

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Managing Knee Pain: Strategies for Staying Active
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Managing Knee Pain: Strategies for Staying Active

Knee pain can be a significant barrier to staying active, but there are effective strategies to manage pain and improve function without having to give up exercise. Whether your knee pain is caused by arthritis, injury, or other conditions, it’s important to keep moving to maintain strength and mobility.

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Understanding the Pelvic Floor: Why It’s the Foundation of Women’s Health
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Understanding the Pelvic Floor: Why It’s the Foundation of Women’s Health

As women’s health physios, we talk about the pelvic floor every day (literally), and for good reason. This incredible group of muscles plays a huge role in your everyday comfort, confidence, and wellbeing. Whether you’re exercising, sneezing, lifting a toddler, or growing a tiny human—your pelvic floor is working hard behind the scenes.

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The Role of Pilates in Rehabilitation and Core Strength
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The Role of Pilates in Rehabilitation and Core Strength

Pilates has completely transformed the way I think about movement, strength, and injury recovery. If you’ve ever struggled with chronic pain, injury rehab, or just want to build a strong, stable core, you might want to stick around for this one.

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Postpartum Recovery: Tips for Rebuilding Strength and Confidence
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Postpartum Recovery: Tips for Rebuilding Strength and Confidence

Postpartum recovery is a deeply personal journey, and it involves both physical  and emotional healing. Many new mothers feel overwhelmed, but it’s important to remember that your body is incredibly resilient. With time, care, and  patience, you can regain your strength and confidence.

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How Massage Therapy Complements Your              Physio Treatment
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How Massage Therapy Complements Your Physio Treatment

Remedial massage is a therapeutic treatment aimed at addressing specific musculoskeletal issues, such as muscle tension, pain, and injuries. Our Remedial massage therapists use a range of techniques including deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy and myofascial release, to manipulate the soft tissues, including muscles, tendons, and ligaments, to promote healing and relieve pain and discomfort.

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Pain Free and Active:          Why Every Expecting Mum Needs a Women’s Health Physio
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Pain Free and Active: Why Every Expecting Mum Needs a Women’s Health Physio

Pregnancy is an incredible journey, but it also brings physical changes that can make staying active feel challenging. Many women experience discomfort, pain or complications that impact their ability be active.  There is also a lot of fear, uncertainty and misinformation about what exercises are safe. This is where a women's health physiotherapist can make all the difference.

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Protect Your Back This Holiday Season: Tips for Staying Pain-Free
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Protect Your Back This Holiday Season: Tips for Staying Pain-Free

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes a whirlwind of festive activities—shopping for gifts, preparing meals, decorating, and hosting family gatherings. While all of this excitement is part of the fun, it can also take a toll on your body, especially your back.

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The Benefits of Dry Needling for Muscle Soreness
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The Benefits of Dry Needling for Muscle Soreness

Muscle soreness a,ects many of us, whether from exercise, stress, or daily strain. Dry  needling—a technique where thin needles are inserted into specific muscle areas—has  gained popularity as a quick, effective relief method for sore muscles.

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Understanding Common Injuries and Their Risk Factors
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Understanding Common Injuries and Their Risk Factors

Injuries can disrupt our daily lives, whether they occur during sports, at work, or even in routine activities at home. As a physiotherapist, I often see how understanding the types of injuries and their risk factors can be the first step in prevention. Here’s a guide to help you stay informed and proactive about injury prevention.

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Mobility and Aging
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Mobility and Aging

One of the biggest concerns we have as we get older is maintaining our ability to move around. When we can’t move around easily, it makes it difficult to stay healthy, take care of ourselves and maintain independence.

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Mental Health - Choose Exercise not Medicine!
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Mental Health - Choose Exercise not Medicine!

According to the World Health Organization, one in every eight people worldwide (970 million people) live with a mental disorder. A new study conducted by the University of South Australia shows that physical activity is 1.5 times more effective than counselling or the leading medications.

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The Importance of Posture and Ergonomics
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The Importance of Posture and Ergonomics

In this blog, we'll explore the significance of posture and ergonomics, how they impact our well-being, and practical tips to maintain a healthier alignment in our daily lives.

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