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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...
Focus on Calf Tears
What are they? The calf muscles refer to a group of muscles at the back of the lower leg that act to point the foot away from the body and play an important role in walking and running. A tear or strain of these muscles occurs when some or all of the muscle fibres are...
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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...
Tips To Help You Complete Your Home Exercises
An essential component of physiotherapy treatment is your home exercise program. All physiotherapists know that patients who complete their exercises will have better outcomes from their treatment, however it can be difficult to find time to complete them. Here are a...
Baby Carrot and Almond Salad
Ingredients 1 bunch baby carrots (any colour) 1 Tbsp white wine vinegar 1 tsp honey 1 Tbsp soy sauce 1 Tbsp peanut oil 2 Tbsp almonds, roughly chopped Trim carrot tops, wash. Soak leaves in cold water for 30 minutes, dry, and store in moist towel in the crisper of the...
Strains vs. Sprains
Strains and sprains are words that are used almost interchangeably when describing injuries, however, they each have quite distinct meanings. The most straightforward explanation is that a “strain” refers to a tear in amuscle or tendon, while a “sprain” refers to a...
Physiotherapy Tips For A More Comfortable Sleep
For most of us, the hours we spend sleeping are simply a time for rest and recovery. However, you might be surprised to learn that your sleeping position can have a significant impact on your body, particularly if you already have an injury. When you consider that we...
Quinoa & Mushroom Stuffed Capsicums
Ingredients 4 Red and Yellow Capsicums1 cup of cooked Quinoa1 small Onion, diced300gm Mushrooms, diced1 cup fresh Spinach, chopped2 cups of water2 cloves of Garlic, CrushedChilli Powder, Cumin & Paprika1⁄4 cup fresh Cilantro/Coriander2 Tbsp. Olive OilSalt &...
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome? The thoracic outlet is a small opening between the neck and shoulder that allows a variety of nerves and blood vessels to pass safely from the neck to supply the arm, chest, and shoulder blade. As this can be quite a small space, any...