Rehabilitating an injury can sometimes be challenging, lengthy, and at times consuming, both physically and mentally. Unfortunately, this process may involve putting on hold activities we normally enjoy doing. Below are some steps to guide your rehabilitation journey and some tips to keep you motivated to getting back on track. PROCESSING & GOAL SETTING Initially,
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Benefits of a Dry July Drinking alcohol has long been an ingrained part of the Aussie culture, but last year polls showed that more Aussies were purchasing alcohol during the height of COVID lockdowns than previously, and more people reported alcohol intake to cope with their anxiety and stress. While we’re still navigating our new
Watch your step! What you can do at home to improve balance By Dinora De Venuti (Exercise Physiologist) Our balance plays a vital role in sports, activities of daily living (ADL) and as we continue to age. The ability to control balance during our ADL’s is reduced as we age as a result of deterioration
Back pain can be very distressing and disabling but is also very common and rarely dangerous. Statistics suggest that 84% of people worldwide experience back pain at some point in their lives and it is equally common across age groups. Before we discuss some easy things that you can try to help manage your back
Running Assessments 70% of recreational and competitive runners will sustain an overuse injury within a 12-month period. By optimising strength, flexibility and technique, running assessments are used to reduce this incidence, ultimately preventing injury and improving performance. The one-hour comprehensive running assessment will facilitate you to run at your best and achieve your goals. The
What are shin splints? Shin splints can be described as pain felt through the front of the shin, along the tibia and can be caused by a number of issues. Shin splints can often flare up after acute bouts of exercise or training overload such as increased frequency of running or jumping. How to prevent