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Sever’s Disease

What is Sever's Disease? Sever's Disease, also known as Calcaneal Apophysitis, is the most common cause of heel pain in childhood and adolescences. It is caused by inflammation and pain in the growth plate of the heel bone. In this post, we will discuss the causes,...

Joint Replacement Rehabilitation

Joint replacement surgery is a common procedure for people who experience pain and mobility issues. Whether it's a hip, knee, or shoulder replacement, the rehabilitation process is an important part of recovery. Physiotherapy and exercise physiology can play a...

Mental Health and Exercise

Physical activity has been found to have numerous benefits for physical health, but it is also a powerful tool for improving mental health. For more information check out this Mental Health eBook from Exercise and Sports Science Australia. We think it's a fantastic...

Parkinson’s Disease

What is Parkinson's Disease? Parkinson's disease is a neurological disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterised by tremors, stiffness, and difficulty with movement, which can significantly impact a person's quality of life. While there is no...

Plantar Heel Pain

What is Plantar Heel Pain? Plantar heel pain, also known as plantar fasciitis, is a common condition that affects many people. It has been found to account for an estimated 11–15% of all foot complaints requiring professional care in adults. This condition is...

Osteoarthritis and Exercise Physiology

What is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a degenerative joint disease that causes pain, stiffness, and swelling, making it difficult to move and perform everyday activities. While there is no cure...

Casts

What are casts? Casts are a rigid support made from either Plaster of Paris, fibreglass, or a synthetic equivalent. They support stable fractures (broken bones) whilst they heal, ensuring the bones stay aligned for optimal union. Common injuries treated with cast...

Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain is something we often see as physiotherapists. It is even estimated that up to 70% of people will develop shoulder pain in their lifetime. This type of pain can be very debilitating, affecting many daily activities. A Brief Anatomy The shoulder is a...

Golf Injuries – Part Two

We're back with part two of our golf injuries blog. Be sure to check out part one so that you don't miss anything! More common golf injuries and pains Tennis and Golfer’s elbow Funnily enough, tennis elbow is more common in golf than golfer’s elbow. This usually...

Golf Injuries – Part One

How do golf injuries occur? Golf is a sport which relies on maximising the rotation of the spine (neck and upper back), hip and shoulder. The forces generated with these movements are not only large in nature but happen at high speed. When the body’s rotation is...

The NDIS Explained!

What is the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)? The NDIS provides support to people with a disability (under the age of 65), their families and carers. The scheme is funded jointly by Australian state and the Federal Governments and was introduced in July...

Knee Injuries

Traumatic knee injuries are continuing to increase in Australia! The most common age range for this type of injury is 15-24 years of age and the average occurrence is 97.6 and 78.8 injuries per 100,000 people for males and females respectively. What is concerning is...