Karen Westcott
What do runners generally do regards foot strike? A recent Runner’s World study of more than 160,000 recreational and elite runners revealed that 40 percent of people thought they were heel strikers, 43 percent midfoot strikers and 17 percent forefoot strikers. Under analysis it was found, 94 percent of these runners were heel strikers, 4…
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Diagnosed with Osteoporosis or Osteopaenia? For the most part 90% of us reach our peak bone density in our early 20’s. From our late 20’s it is a slow and steady decline where we don’t build much more bone strength on top of this. Osteoporosis is the term we use when our bones become more…
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What is an Exercise Physiologist? An exercise physiologist is a University qualified health professional who specialises in using exercise for therapeutic and medical reasons. They have a wide range of clientele they treat from the elderly to children, everyday people to high level athletes, and people with one or multiple conditions. The role of…
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You are in a lot of pain and have just seen your doctor who has recommended a cortisone injection. You have probably heard many conflicting opinions from friends and family on their experiences with cortisone, some will have great stories of miraculous pain relief, some people may have found it an invasive procedure that offered…
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Ice or Heat? It’s a commonly asked question we hear every day. The application of either heat or ice can be an extremely simple and effective way of treating pain in a number of different conditions and injuries. Both are easily accessible and cheaply available. The problem is knowing what situations calls for heat, and…
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[Updated April 2026] It can help some people feel short-term relief, improve comfort, and make movement feel easier, but it is rarely the full solution on its own. For knee pain linked to running, patellofemoral pain, or iliotibial band irritation, foam rolling is best used alongside targeted strengthening, load management, and a proper physiotherapy assessment.…
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Pelvic floor problems are common, but many people do not realise their symptoms may be linked to the pelvic floor. These muscles sit out of sight, but they play an important role in supporting the bladder, bowel, and pelvic organs. They also help with control, stability, and normal day-to-day function. Even though the pelvic floor…
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Golf is a highly competitive sport for some and a popular recreational activity for many others. It offers real social and health benefits, but it also places repeated stress on the body. The golf swing involves rotation, power, balance, coordination, and control, so it is not unusual for golfers to develop pain through overuse, poor…
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Are you recovering from an injury or experiencing chronic pain and looking for natural relief? Extracorporeal Shockwave therapy is a groundbreaking modality that allows our practitioners to deliver natural pain relief using the body’s own healing abilities. Lilyfield Physio is pleased to a provider of Shockwave therapy in Sydney and we would like to explain…
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Shoulder pain is common because the shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body. It allows you to lift your arm overhead, reach behind your back, throw, carry, push, and pull. That freedom of movement is useful, but it also means the shoulder relies on good strength, coordination, and control from the muscles around…
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