There are few joys in life comparable to bringing home a new baby. However, this time of excitement is often accompanied by a sense of uncertainty, especially if this is your first time on the baby rollercoaster and you’re still unsure of what to expect. Of course, there will be plenty of people along the…
DetailsI was having a rant recently, those who know me know that this is not a rare or isolated event. Anyway this particular rant was at one of my kids soccer matches and one of the mums asked me what I do, and then asked me “do you work with kids?” and then “how do…
DetailsWith the basketball season fast approaching it’s important talk about the most common basketball injuries we see and how we help to prevent them. The dynamic nature of basketball requires speed with frequent and aggressive body contacts which can lead to a wide range of injuries, particularly of the knee, fingers, ankle and foot. The…
DetailsKristen Brace is a Massage Therapist, but her passion is running. Recently I had the opportunity to sit down with Kristen and ask her a few questions about her trail running. Kristen competes at a level that most of us could not even contemplate, she is a talented athlete, and it was fantastic to hear…
DetailsWith Autumn under way – not that you would know it…some of us will pull out our boots and shin pads and lace up for another season of soccer. For those who play at high level, training started months ago, but for the rest of us amateurs, who are out there to try some of…
DetailsDiabetes is a medical condition affecting 1 million Australians. Remarkably, it is believed that 50% of people with diabetes are undiagnosed. Diabetes affects the ability of the body to produce and use a hormone called insulin. Insulin acts as a key to “unlock the doors” of our muscles so that glucose (sugar, aka energy) can…
DetailsThe dreaded ACL injury! It’s notorious for its debilitating impact on knee stability and the long stint of rehabilitation required for return back to activity and sports. Knowing how to help prevent an ACL injury at the beginning of any sport season is a great start. What is the ACL? The knee joint comprises of…
DetailsWe all feel muscle tightness and general stiffness from time to time. Sometimes this can lead to pain, which might cause you to seek professional assistance, but sometimes you just want to release that tightness. Here are some beginner level releases using either a foam roller or a spikey ball. Give these a try, your…
Details“For the first time, we have clear evidence that repeated head knocks in rugby league can have a devastating impact many years after the concussion occurs.” Dr. Alan Pearce, La Trobe University Let’s talk about concussion management following the alarming results from a study conducted at La Trobe University in Melbourne. The study was led…
DetailsShoulder pain can be really debilitating. It impacts on your ability to do normal tasks during the day, not to mention the pain at night when you roll over (insert sad and tired face). So, what could be the cause of your shoulder issue and what should you do? Tom Hamilton has some great info…
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