So, you’re wondering about TMJ dysfunction, right? Let’s break it down. The Temporomandibular Joint, or TMJ for short, is basically where your jawbone meets your skull. It’s a pretty busy joint, involved in talking, chewing, yawning, and all sorts of facial expressions. Inside the joint, there’s this little cartilaginous disc that helps (or sometimes hinders)…
DetailsIn recent years, there has been a noticeable surge in the number of individuals joining the running community. Running offers numerous health benefits and is a cheap, time efficient and fun (for some) way to improve cardiovascular fitness, bone and metabolic health. However, it’s essential to prioritise safety and injury prevention, especially for beginners. Nathan…
DetailsAlright, tennis fans – the Australian Open is here, and courts worldwide are buzzing with excitement! But, with this surge in enthusiasm comes a familiar foe for many players: tendon injuries. Ever heard of Tennis Elbow? Yep, that’s the one. Why do these pesky injuries pop up, especially when everyone’s raring to hit the court…
DetailsThe confetti’s settled, the champagne (maybe) fades, and here we are again. Post New Year’s Day, and the universe unleashes its annual bombardment of self-improvement advice. Grow, optimise, transform! If you’re not climbing, apparently, you’re tumbling into oblivion. But hold on a minute. Before we get swept away in the torrent of “10 Hacks to…
DetailsPerforming at a high level requires consideration of load to maximise performance while avoiding injury and thriving. Physiotherapy has an important role to play.
DetailsWhat is it? Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a rare and debilitating condition characterised by severe pain affecting one or more limbs. The exact cause isn’t fully understood but is believed to be an abnormal response of the nervous system in response to trauma. In more than 90 per cent of cases, CRPS is…
DetailsHeadaches affect more than half of people worldwide[1]. There are many types of headaches and if you couldn’t tell from the title, physiotherapy can help relieve them! Let’s break down what headaches are and how they can be managed. There are several types of headaches, including: Tension headaches: These are the most common type of…
DetailsAnterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries are a common knee injury that we see in the clinic. While most people have some knowledge of what an ACL injury is, there are new options for management / treatment of these injuries other than the conventional surgical repair. What is the ACL? The ACL is one of the…
DetailsIn physiotherapy as in every discipline, creating a winning team is not merely about assembling skilled individuals; it involves weaving together a cohesive unit that fosters collaboration, empathy, and continuous improvement. A truly successful physiotherapy team is one that consistently delivers exceptional patient care, achieves remarkable outcomes, and embraces the values of professionalism, compassion, and…
DetailsAre you looking to enhance your cardiovascular (heart) and respiratory (lung) health? Wondering how cardiorespiratory physiotherapy can benefit you? Look no further! In this blog post, we will explore the incredible ways cardiorespiratory physiotherapy can support your journey to better heart and lung function. Read on to discover the transformative potential of cardiorespiratory physiotherapy. What…
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