Category: INJURY

Posture and pain

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,

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Fixing our desk posture for better health

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

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Posture Matters

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

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Daily Habits to Prevent Back Pain

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

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Daily Habits to Prevent Lower Back Pain

Lower back pain is a common ailment that can significantly impact your quality of life. While many factors contribute to lower back pain, incorporating healthy daily habits can play a crucial role in preventing it. Here are some practical tips and lifestyle changes you can adopt to keep your lower

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How an Exercise Physiologist and Physiotherapist Help with Back Pain

Back pain is a common complaint that affects millions of people worldwide, often leading to significant discomfort and limitations in daily activities. Two key professionals who can provide effective, non-invasive treatment for back pain are exercise physiologists and physiotherapists. While their roles may overlap, each brings unique skills and approaches

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Lower Back Pain Myths

Lower back pain is one of the most common ailments, affecting millions of people worldwide. Despite its prevalence, numerous myths and misconceptions surround the condition, often leading to ineffective treatments and prolonged discomfort. Furthermore, understanding the facts can help you manage and prevent it more effectively. Here, we debunk some

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Exercise for Joint Hypermobility

What is hypermobility? Joint hypermobility, also referred to a broader condition called Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), is a condition which causes all or some of a person’s joints have an increased range of movement. Due to this individuals with the condition can move their limbs into extreme and abnormal positions. Because

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Injury prevention: Mid-season injuries

Injury prevention is an important aspect of elite sports. The nature of injuries and their risk factors vary from the person to person and the type of sport. Risk of sporting injuries are generally higher mid-to-late season due to accumulated load on top of fatigue and inadequate recovery. These injuries

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