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How Physiotherapy Can Help Injury Healing
There is no doubt that the human body can be resilient. The body is capable of recovering from amazing amounts of damage, including broken bones. Perhaps because of this, many people feel that physiotherapy treatment can only speed up recovery and if they are not...
Five Reasons To See A Physiotherapist After An Injury
There is no doubt that the human body can be very resilient. Short of regenerating new limbs, our bodies are capable of recovering from large amounts of damage, including broken bones. With this in mind, many people are happy to let nature take it’s course following...
Surprising Skills That Improve With Age
Many of us associate ageing with a decline of skills and quality of life. However, the truth is not as black and white as this. While certain skills and functions do tend to suffer as we age, surprisingly there are many abilities that actually improve as we grow...
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Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
What Is It? The knees function as hinges, allowing your legs to swing forwards and backwards smoothly as you walk, kick and run. The kneecap, also known as the patella, sits at the front of the knee and has a variety of functions, including guiding the muscles that...
Can Poor Balance Lead To Ankle Sprains?
Ankle sprains are one of the most common sporting injuries and most people have experienced one at least once in their lifetime. While they are common, this doesn’t lessen their negative impacts. Surprisingly, having poor balance might be increasing your risk of ankle...
Zucchini Parmigiana
Ingredients: 1 Large Fresh Zucchini 2 Cups Pureed Tomatoes 4 Large Fresh Basil Leaves 1 Small Clove of Garlic 50g Parmesan Cheese 100g Mozzarella Cheese Salt and Pepper Olive Oil Preheat oven to 190 degrees Celsius. Wash and cut zucchini into slices approximately 1cm...
Three Essential Things To Ask Your Physio
A visit to the physio is never high on anyone's wishlist. It usually means you've been the unfortunate victim of an injury or suffering from pain. While we love to treat our clients, we know that the most desirable outcome is that you no longer need us. Here are some...
Tiramisu Chia Pudding
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. Chia Seeds 1 cup Milk 1 Shot Espresso 2 tsp. Maple Syrup 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract 1 cup Greek Yoghurt 6 Medjool Dates 1 Tbsp. Butter 1 tsp. Cocoa Powder Whisk the chia seeds, milk, espresso, 1 tsp. maple syrup and half the vanilla together. Leave...
Prehab: Preparing for Joint Replacement Surgery
When facing major joint replacement surgery, most people know they will need a period of rehabilitation afterwards to achieve their best outcomes. Far fewer consider something that can have just as much impact on the result: prehab. What Is Prehab? Prehab, short for...
Sweet Potato with Hot Honey and Beef
Ingredients: 2 Large Sweet Potatoes 500g Lean Beef Mince 2 tsp. Taco Seasoning 1 Small Tomato, finely diced 2 Tbsp. Sour Cream 1 tbsp. Hot Honey Small handful Fresh Mint Preheat oven to 180°C. Pierce the sweet potatoes all over with a fork, place on a lined tray and...
A Wrist Injury: Scaphoid Fractures
What is it? The scaphoid is a small bone in the wrist that connects the radius to the hand, and it is situated near the thumb. Scaphoid fractures are a relatively common wrist injury and are commonly misdiagnosed as the pain can be quite mild even when the bone has...
Tips for Keeping Bones Healthy
Most people know bones get lighter and more fragile with age. Fewer realise how much can be done about it. The right loading can slow bone loss, and often help rebuild bone strength, even later in life. What Is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a condition where bones...
How Physiotherapy Can Help Injury Healing
There is no doubt that the human body can be resilient. The body is capable of recovering from amazing amounts of damage, including broken bones. Perhaps because of this, many people feel that physiotherapy treatment can only speed up recovery and if they are not...