There’s something incredibly rewarding about being a physiotherapist. Day-to-day, we help people regain their strength, improve mobility, and get back to living life the way they want. But every so often, we’re given the chance to be part of something truly special – the kind of event that pushes our skills to the limit and […]

Although becoming a new graduate physiotherapist is a great milestone, it also comes with a special set of responsibilities and challenges. It involves more than just working hard and being dedicated; it also involves continuously improving your abilities and learning new things. It’s crucial to find a work environment that prioritises your professional development, while […]

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) […]

In 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 Duguid, […]

We all know that exercise is great for our overall well-being, but if you have a respiratory condition like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma, you might assume that physical activity is too risky—or even harmful. In reality, the opposite is true. While conditions like COPD and asthma can cause persistent shortness of breath, […]

Alright, 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 […]

The 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 […]

Performing at a high level requires consideration of load to maximise performance while avoiding injury and thriving. Physiotherapy has an important role to play.

What 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 […]