Pilates is a form of exercise that involves repetitive movements performed either on a yoga mat or on specialised equipment such as a reformer, trapeze table, ladder barrel, and multi chair. These exercises focus on developing muscular strength in the core, which promotes and supports everyday movements. But why is Pilates good for your body, […]
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Physio For Mastitis
Did you know that physiotherapy can help with Mastitis? At Core Physiotherapy, our talented Women’s Health Physiotherapists are able to help relieve symptoms associated with it. What is Mastitis? Mastitis is painful breast inflammation that can lead to infection if not treated quickly. You may have a red, swollen and painful breast. Mastitis can also cause […]
Exercise For Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a multifactorial, chronic and progressive disease. It is a skeletal disorder that leads to reduced bone strength and thus increases the risk of stress fractures. It is characterized by low bone mineral density that leads to an alteration in the microstructure of the bone and predisposes an individual to fragility fractures that occur […]
Ankle Syndesmosis Injuries
If you watch a lot of AFL, you have probably heard the word “syndesmosis” from commentators and coaches a lot more often in the past few years, when talking about a player’s ankle injury. In 2021, syndesmosis injuries were the most common ankle injury affecting AFL players. Here at Core Physio, our Physiotherapists are able […]
Myths and Misconceptions About Physiotherapy
There are many myths and misconceptions surrounding Physiotherapy, so let’s debunk some to help you get on the road to recovery at Core Physio as quickly as possible! MYTH 1: I need scans before seeing a physiotherapist Whilst imaging and scans can be useful to diagnose and quickly address problematic injuries, it is commonly unnecessary […]
Facts About Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy is a part of not only recovery from current physical injuries, but can be used to prevent further injuries through strengthening of muscle groups. Physiotherapists can also be used for a range of different conditions, from chronic pain to vertigo, to even Motor Vehicle Accidents (MVA) and preparation of childbirth. The list of treatable […]
Meet Susan from Adelaide CBD!
Our newest physiotherapist, or rather a returning face, of the Core Physio Adelaide CBD team is Susan Yang! Some of you may remember Susan, as she used to practice at our clinic a few years ago before moving overseas to Macau. Susan has completed a Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) from the University of Melbourne, […]
Golfer’s Elbow
If you are experiencing pain in your elbows and wrists, you may have an injury known as Golfer’s elbow. In this blog, Physiotherapist Luke from our Burnside practice explains Golfer’s elbow, how someone might get it, the symptoms, and how it can be treated by your Physiotherapist. What is Golfer’s Elbow? Medial epicondylitis (pitchers elbow, […]
Meet Stef from Adelaide CBD!
Stef is our newest physiotherapist in the Core Physio Adelaide CBD team, joining us in January 2022. She completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Honours at the University of South Australia. She treats a wide range of conditions, with a special interest in sports injuries and helping people get back to moving. Recently, she sat down […]
Tennis Elbow
In this blog, Physiotherapist Luke from our Burnside practice provides an overview of tennis elbow, a common injury among our clients. Keep reading to learn more about what tennis elbow is, how it’s caused, the symptoms you may experience, and how our physiotherapists can go about treating the injury and get you back to feeling […]