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On our Blog page we provide regular updates on specific Physiotherapy topics.
Hamstring Injuries
Hamstring strains happen when hamstring muscles or tendons are stretched beyond what they can withstand or are torn when substantial stretching of the muscle occurs.
Tradies – Your body is your work tool!
Physically demanding jobs can cause and exacerbate a range of injuries. It’s not surprising that tradies are over represented in work place statistics compared to
Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ)
Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ) can be a painful and disruptive condition, affecting the jaw joint and the muscles surrounding it. Individuals grappling with TMJ often
Herniated Discs
Herniated discs, also known as slipped or ruptured discs, can be a source of significant discomfort and pain for many individuals. These spinal injuries occur
Physiotherapy and Pain Management
Physiotherapy is practised by professionally trained physiotherapists who are skilled and educated specifically in proper care and rehabilitation. It involves treatment that focuses on prevention
Sciatica
The Sciatic nerve runs from the lower back down through the buttocks and along the back of each leg. Sciatica is pain along this nerve
When do I start Physiotherapy?
In most cases, physical therapy can be initiated right away after an injury. You don’t need a doctor’s prescription to get started. Michael Christofis will
Winter Sports Injuries
Statistically, sports injuries peak in the months of May, June and July. This is not surprising because cold muscles, tendons and ligaments increase the risk
Lighten Your Load!
Carrying a schoolbag doesn’t have to be a pain: If your child is having problem with their neck, shoulders or back from carrying a heavy
Knee Pain
Physiotherapists can do a lot to help a damaged knee which can manifest as a ‘sore’ knee or even by a clicking or grinding sensation.
Hamstring Injuries
Hamstring strains happen when hamstring muscles or tendons are stretched beyond what they can withstand or are torn when substantial stretching of the muscle occurs.
Headaches – Physiotherapy or Pain Killers?
Physiotherapists are crucial in treating cervicogenic headaches. This is where the pain that should be felt in your neck is referred to your head.These headaches
Text neck!
Text neck is the term used to describe the neck pain and damage sustained from looking down at your mobile phone, tablet, or other wireless
Sacroiliac Pain
The sacroiliac joint is a joint between the sacrum and the ilium, or pelvic bone. The two sides of the sacroiliac joint normally work together.
Acute Low Back Pain
The lower back is the area of the spine between the bottom of the ribs and the pelvis. There are five movable lumbar vertebrae with
Tradies, your body is your work tool!
Physically demanding jobs can cause and exacerbate a range of injuries. It’s not surprising that tradies are over represented in work place statistics compared to