Plantar Fasciitis
The plantar fascia is the thick connective tissue which supports the arch on the bottom of the foot and […]
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Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)
RSI (or Repetitive Strain Injury) is a descriptive term for an overuse injury. Occupational Overuse Syndrome (OOS) is another
Bakers Cyst
Bakers Cyst refers to a persistent swelling which develops in the back of the knee. It commonly develops following an
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition in which there is pressure on the median nerve; the nerve in the wrist
The Effects of Compression Garments
Manufacturers claim that wearing compression stockings can optimize blood flow, reduce muscle fatigue, reduce muscle soreness, prevent injury, help remove
Does Stretching Before Exercise Decrease the Risk of Injury?
From recent studies, stretching before or after exercising does not confer protection from muscle soreness. In addition, stretching before exercising
Does Shaving Your Legs Enhance Sports Performance?
Only if you’re swimming is there a performance improvement by shaving your body. However, there are 5 “other” reasons why
Exercising in the Heat
Vigorous exercise in sport places some people at risk of heat illness. Even in cool weather, heat illness may occur
Headaches and Treatment
Headache is one of the most common conditions found in our community and is defined as ‘pain in the head
Therapeutic Ultrasound
Therapeutic ultrasound has been used as a treatment modality by physiotherapists over the last 50 years and has been used
Managing Lower Back Pain
Around 80% of the Australian population will at some point in their lives experience lower back pain, around 15% of
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Bone Strength and Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a condition which causes a reduction in bone strength as we age. We often hear of the important