Incorporating movement into a sedentary lifestyle is crucial for maintaining physical health, enhancing mental well-being, and improving overall quality of life.

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.

As a women’s health physiotherapist, I’m passionate about empowering women to take control of their overall health, and breast health is a vital part of this. While much of my work focuses on pelvic health, today I want to highlight an essential practice that can help women detect breast cancer early: self-breast checks.

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.

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.

Integrating remedial massage into sports performance routines is essential for optimizing athletic potential and maintaining peak physical condition.

I am constantly considering what might optimise my own athletic performance. I listen to podcasts and review new research always searching for that small tweak that will unleash my “full potential”.

In the whirlwind of modern life, self-care often takes a backseat to the demands of work, family, and everyday responsibilities. However, amidst the chaos, one form of self-care stands out for its transformative power: exercise.

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.

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.

Exercise therapy (formerly Pilates) is often thought of as an activity for adults, however it is just as effective for children and is something that can be done at any age or ability. There are many reasons why you should bring your child to Pilates:

Heart disease is still Australia’s leading cause of death affecting families and communities around the country. It’s highly likely that if you are reading this blog, you know someone who has been affected by heart disease

There are many factors that affect the quality of your sleep. One of thesefactors is your pillow. Choosing the wrong pillow can cause or exacerbateheadaches and neck and shoulder tension.

As February rolls in, we are not just welcoming the month of love; we're also marking Heart Health Awareness Month. This is a timely reminder for us to prioritise our cardiovascular well-being

Hip abductor (leg moving away from midline) muscle impairment is the most common impairment seen across a range of joint and soft tissue related hip and groin pain conditions.

Sciatica. What is it and what can we do about it? Sciatica is the name of the pain which is caused by something compressing, irritating or inflaming the sciatic nerve or one of the nerve roots that eventually become the sciatic nerve. It is pain down your leg anywhere from your buttocks to your foot.

Setting up your bike is about more than just whether you can reach the pedals - though this is obviously important too! The features of the bike that are most readily adjustable are your seat and handlebar height.When your pedal is at the bottom of its revolution (think 6 o’clock position), your knee should still have a soft bend. Studies show that a 25 degree knee bend is best at the bottom of the revolution.

Did you know, 70-80% of people once they have their first episode of neck pain will have a second and a third episode. Manual treatment, mobilisations or massage of the neck can help reduce the pain. However impairments to the neuromuscular and sensorimotor systems often remain. Therefore, even when we know that rehabilitation of the neck is vital for long term recovery, this is often cut short when the pain has resolved.

Language and the context of who is using it can influence how we feel about our body and conditions we may have and have a huge impact on our outlook and futures.

Sleeping in pregnancy can be difficult at the best of times, but what are the safest positions to sleep in for both Mum and Bub?How can I sleep during pregnancy? There is NO DIFFERENCE laying on your LEFT or RIGHT hand side in all stages of pregnancy!