As Australians live longer, the focus is shifting from simply adding years to life to adding life to years. The Healthy Ageing Conference 2025, hosted by the Nepean Blue Mountains Primary Health Network (NBMPHN) on April 5 at the Western Sydney Conference Centre in Penrith, was a powerful showcase of just how this can be […]

Stress Fracture: How Physiotherapy Can Help You Recover and Prevent Future Injury Stress fractures are a common overuse injury, particularly among runners, dancers, and athletes who engage in repetitive impact activities. Unlike a sudden broken bone from a fall or accident, stress fractures develop gradually due to repeated strain on the bone. If you’ve had […]

At The Healthy Body Company, we are passionate about supporting local talent and fostering the next generation of athletes. John McDonald, a rising star in Australian athletics, embodies the determination, resilience, and passion that inspire us all. Through our sponsorship program, we have had the privilege of supporting John on his journey to the podium, […]

Stuck Shoulder? Here’s What You Need to Know Imagine reaching for your favourite ice cream on a hot summer day, only to realise your shoulder won’t budge. It’s stiff, painful, and simply refusing to cooperate. While the term ‘frozen’ is appealing when it comes to desserts, a frozen shoulder is anything but sweet. If you’ve […]

At The Healthy Body Company, we are committed to supporting local talent and inspiring stories. Ben Metcalfe, a promising cyclist and the son of our massage therapist Zena, has been part of our sponsorship program for the last two years. His passion and determination to excel in the competitive world of cycling inspire us all. […]

A great dancer looks effortless, but graceful movement requires incredible strength, flexibility and stamina. It also comes with a high risk of injury. Whether you are a dancer, the parent of a dancer or a dance teacher, being aware of common dance injuries is important. The 4 Most Common Dance Injuries: 1.     ANKLE SPRAINS Ankle sprains are […]

  Whether you play AFL, rugby union, rugby league or soccer, you have to be able to kick the ball with skill, precision and power.  A great kick can be the difference between losing or winning a game – something we have seen frequently.  But the kicking action – bringing your leg backwards, then accelerating […]

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 […]

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) […]