A Guide to Preventing Common Injuries in Tennis, Cricket, Running, and More Summer’s here and with the warm weather comes a surge in outdoor activity. Whether you’re swinging a cricket bat, smashing serves on the tennis court, or picking up your running routine, staying active is a great way to
Practical Adjustments for Everyday Comfort Posture is more than just standing tall or sitting up straight, it’s a critical factor in maintaining musculoskeletal health and preventing pain. Poor posture can lead to discomfort, chronic pain, and even injury over time. At our physiotherapy and exercise physiology clinic, we’re passionate about
You’ve probably heard the phrase, “Sit up straight!” countless times. While it may seem like a cliché, there’s a good reason why posture matters—especially when it comes to pain. Posture plays a critical role in how your body functions, and poor posture can be a major contributor to discomfort, stiffness,
Posture matters and can have big impact on our physical health. But fixing your desk posture doesn’t require a complete workspace overhaul. A few simple adjustments to how you sit and set up your workstation can make a huge difference. 1. Adjust Your Chair for Comfort and Support Your chair
Some of us spend a large portion of our day sitting – whether at a desk, in front of a screen, or on the couch after a busy day. The sedentary lifestyles has brought with it an increase in musculoskeletal issues, and one of the most common culprits behind back
Lower back pain is a common complaint that can significantly impact your daily life. However, incorporating certain habits into your daily routine can help prevent this discomfort and promote a healthy, pain-free back. Tips to help you maintain a healthy back and prevent lower back injuries. Maintain Proper Posture
Sudden load changes are the biggest risk factor for overuse injury. The knee seems to be one of the joints that gives us pain first when we increase our training too quickly. This is because the knees act as our suspension system during activity. We need strong knees to cope
If there’s one thing we can all be guilty of, it’s slouching at the office or even at home. Whether it’s looking down at your phone, slouching back in your desk chair or even sitting in awkward positions for prolonged periods of time, almost all of us have been there.
Hamstring strains are a common injury seen in many different sports. However, they more prevalent in sports associated with high speed running, change of direction and kicking. This includes AFL, soccer, field hockey, netball, and many other sports. Continue reading to learn more about what you can do for your
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] “It’s just a headache” – is this something you have heard before, or even said to yourself? Headaches may sound mundane, but they can be incredibly debilitating in your everyday life. Your concentration, focus and work commitments can be affected. This is one of the most common conditions in
