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27

Sep

6 Common Running Injuries & How to Prevent Them

Running is one of the most popular ways to shape up and stay fit, and for obvious reasons. It’s free, …

4

Sep

Is Your Heel Pain Plantar Fasciitis?

Most of us will experience foot or heel pain from time to time, due to unforgiving footwear, manual, retail or …

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20

Aug

6 Reasons You Need to Use a Foam Roller

Not just the realm of professional athletes, foam rolling has hit the mainstream as an easy, affordable method of myofascial …

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3

Aug

Mobility Vs Flexibility: And Why They Matter

You’ve probably heard the words flexibility and mobility used interchangeably, but – while both are important to be limber and …

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26

Jul

12 Easy Ways to be Kind to Your Spine

Do you regularly suffer from headaches, back or neck pain or injury? Sounds like it’s time you took better care …

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17

Jul

What Is Upper Crossed Syndrome?

Hunchback, high rounded shoulders, forward head posture – these are three of the key signs you might have a condition …

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20

Jun

The Most Common Skiing Injuries & How to Avoid Them

The slopes are open and ski season’s underway. Which, as physios, unfortunately means we’ll see an influx of patients hobbled …

6

Jun

6 Simple Ways to Stay Well This Winter

Now that winter has officially arrived, we’re well in the midst of cold and flu season. From coughing colleagues to …

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11

May

Zero to Hero – How to Prepare for the Melbourne Marathon in 5 Months

It’s just five months out from the Melbourne Marathon. This may seem daunting, but regardless of whether you’re a first …

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9

May

Never Played Tennis? You Could Still Have Tennis Elbow

If you think tennis elbow is just a sports injury, think again. Desk jockeys, chefs and painters are just as …

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26

Apr

How to Return to Training After an Injury

Whether you’re discovering exercise for the first time, a long-time weekend warrior, or a professional athlete, injuries are a pain, …

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4

Apr

9 Easy Ways to Sneak More Exercise Into Your Day

The benefits of exercise extend far beyond a slimmer waistline. Slotting regular exercise into your weekly routine results in more …

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26

Mar

8 Ways to Manage Headaches Without Painkillers

Headaches sure can be a pain in the neck. And, while there are numerous other causes, such as hormones, sinus, …

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13

Mar

5 Steps to Healthy, Happy Knees

Knee pain is a common complaint, but thankfully, it’s one that can largely be avoided. Taking these five simple steps …

27

Feb

How to Prevent Back Pain While You Sleep

Whether you’re a back, front or side sleeper, sleep with one pillow or two, there are a few easy steps …

man with shoulder pain

15

Feb

Could You Be At Risk of Frozen Shoulder?

If you suffer from shoulder pain, you’re not alone. Rotator cuff tears and tendonitis are common culprits, but there could …

19

Jan

Should you try Lymphatic Drainage Massage?

You’ve no doubt heard of remedial, sports and deep tissue massage. But there’s a lesser-known type of massage therapy that …

11

Jan

5 Things You Should Do Before Starting Your New Year Fitness Regime

New year, new you! It’s a common refrain come January 1, with many determined to turn over a new leaf …

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12

Dec

7 Health Resolutions to Make for 2018

Only managed to make it to the gym three times last year? No matter, 2018 has arrived, which means it’s …

28

Nov

Everything You Need to Know About Shin Splints

If there’s one complaint runners often share, it’s shin splints. Painful and inconvenient, this common condition can create a serious hurdle …