Health and Wellbeing
At Lilyfield Physio, we see many people who have been diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia and are often diagnosed too late, after a fall and subsequent fracture. There is a lot to be aware of when it comes to osteoporosis and we hope to summarise the information to hopefully help everyone be better informed!…
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What is Shockwave therapy? Shockwave therapy, also known as extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), is a non-invasive therapeutic intervention that utilises high-energy acoustic waves. It is believed to stimulate healing for various musculoskeletal disorders. It has primarily been used in the field of orthopedics and sports medicine but has also found applications in other medical specialties.…
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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,…
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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…
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What is low back pain? Low back pain is a common and often disabling condition. Back pain can be chronic or acute in nature depending on the cause and nature of the injury. Acute back pain can arise from a sudden injury such as an awkward bending or lifting activity which results in muscle…
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The abdominal wall plays a crucial role in how your pelvis, spine, and trunk function. If you are pregnant, recently had a baby, had an injury to your core, or underwent abdominal surgery, your abdominal muscle may need some help recovering. Diastasis recti is a common condition that can cause a variety of side effects.
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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.
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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…
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THE MODEL WALK …. Have you got it? We all know that sashaying gait which models adopt on the runway. This has evolved as an art form to display clothing over a very short distance. It is not sustainable or desirable as a means of transport or an efficient exercise activity. When we see…
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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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