Exercise Physiology
Exercise and Pregnancy
Exercise is an integral part of a healthy lifestyle and can be particularly beneficial during and after pregnancy. Significant changes in the cardiac, respiratory, hormonal and musculoskeletal systems during pregnancy, mean that many pregnant women can experience shortness of breath, fatigue, lower back pain, pelvic joint change, separation of the abdominal muscles and urinary…
Read MoreAnterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury
About the hottest topic when it comes to sports injuries are the dreaded ACL injuries! What is the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) The anterior cruciate ligament (or ACL for short) is a ligament that sits within the knee joint. Ligaments are thick, strong, fibrous structures, designed to prevent excessive movements of the joint, providing overall…
Read MorePlantar Fasciitis Management and Treatment
Anatomy and Role of the Plantar Fascia The plantar fascia is a thick band of fibrous tissue located on the sole of the foot. The plantar fascia attaches to the plantar medial calcaneal tubercle (heel bone) and extends to the base of the toes, where it divides into five smaller bands that attaches to each…
Read MorePilates the modern exercise approach
Who is Joseph Pilates? Joseph Pilates (1883-1967) was a German physical fitness expert and the founder of the Pilates method of exercise. He was born in Mönchengladbach, Germany, and as a child he suffered from asthma, rickets, and rheumatic fever. These health issues led him to develop an interest in fitness and the human body,…
Read MoreNDIS Physiotherapy
Disability in Australia Over 4 million Australians live with some type of disability that affects their mobility, mental, or sensory functions. Treatment and support for a disability can be received through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). NDIS Physiotherapy can address a wide range of health conditions and help patients improve their well-being to live…
Read MoreWhy do we get less flexible as we age?
Why is it, that as we get older, some things just get harder to do? Why don’t our bodies move as well as they used to? It is a well-established fact that we lose flexibility as we age. It can take us much longer to warm up during an activity, which can reduce our…
Read MoreThe Difference Between Pilates and Clinical Pilates
Pilates and Clinical Pilates may sound identical, but they have several key differences in application and practice. Here, we’ll cover what Clinical Pilates is, the benefits of Clinical Pilates, and the difference between regular Pilates and Clinical Pilates so you can decide which type would be most beneficial to you.
Read MoreHow NDIS Can Cover Your Physiotherapy Visits
Over 4 million Australians live with some type of disability that affects their mobility, mental, or sensory functions. Treatment and support for a disability can be received through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). NDIS Physio can address a wide range of health conditions and help patients improve their well-being to live a healthier happier…
Read MoreNew year exercise statistics
When we look at exercise, the vast majority of people normally set exercise goals towards the end or start of each year. This coincides with a trend, to exercise more when the weather is warmer and brighter. If you can establish a good routine for yourself during this period, it can be easier to…
Read MoreOnline Exercise – is it really helpful?
Over the past two years COVID-19 has changed the way we are used to operating. We have had to adapt some aspects of our lifestyle to the online world, and exercise is no exception. Online individual and group exercise sessions have boomed during throughout the last 2 years and the signs are that it…
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