Debunking some common women’s health myths
Myth 1: urinary incontinence is normal after having children and is something you must learn to live with Absolutely not. Although incontinence is common in post-partum and in menopausal women, there are plenty of strategies to adopt that can reduce...
Read More'Why Choose Physio?'
GPs refer patients to physiotherapists more than any other health professionals. Physiotherapist are first contact practitioner’s, which means you don’t need a doctor's referral to see one, but they often work with doctors and other allied health professionals to help...
Read MoreHow is your posture?
Have you ever caught sight of yourself in the mirror looking a little too much like the hunchback of Notre Dame? I think most of us are guilty of this! Me included. The truth is our standing posture can a...
Read MorePiriformis - Muscle of the Month (Oct)
The piriformis (Pir-ri-form-is) muscles is located deep in the back of the hip/ buttock area. It attaches from the sacrum to the upper part of the leg bone. It and 5 other muscles are responsible for external rotation of the hip (twisting the leg out...
Read MoreCan I have a massage again?
A lot of people would like to have a massage after procedures or surgery. They can have a few issues arise due to the procedure and wish to have any treatment to release the muscle and help with pain and tightness. Despite they have a clearance from the GP to have treatment, we...
Read MoreSciatic Pain
There are many misconceptions about sciatic pain. It tends to be a label that is given to anyone with pain down the back of their leg. So what exactly is sciatica and what causes it? This blog will clear up...
Read MoreBlood Flow Restriction Training. What is it and what does it do?
Blood flow restriction (BFRT) or kaatsu training has been around for some time in the rehabilitation setting and more recently fitness/ body building setting. Furthermore, there has been a vast array of research of the years indicating the benefits of...
Read MoreQuestions to ask before going ‘Under The Knife’
Having surgery can seem like a scary concept, especially when thinking about the initial procedure. There are lots of things to weigh up in deciding to have your injury fixed surgically. But is surgery going to be the best option...
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