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
With the year among us, comes the feeling of a fresh start – 365 days to create your own journey and that is why you set New Year’s resolutions! Most of the goals we set are to improve our health and fitness and work towards a healthier version of ourselves. The most challenging part is
Exercise Physiology is a somewhat new profession. Most people haven’t heard of Exercise Physiologists or think that they are Physiotherapists. Granted, we are similar, and should work together to get the best possible outcomes for our patients. Although this is the case, there are some differences which we will now clear up below. What is
We hope everyone is staying safe and healthy during this difficult time. Sydney West Sports Medicine remains fully operational and will continue to function throughout this period. We have strengthened our already stringent infectious control policy. Whilst social distancing is important your pain and comfort is also our priority, which is why the Australian Government
As we all come to terms with the growing challenges of the Coronavirus pandemic, we want you to know that the safety and wellbeing of our patients and team is our utmost priority. We are carefully monitoring the situation and following recommended health and safety guidelines from the World Health Organisation and the Department of
Oh what a festival time of year filled with family, friends and food. Those Christmas kilo’s may have expanded the waistline and there is no better time than the holidays to work back into that swimsuit ready body! For many, running is the perfect way to get back in shape and RunWEST presents as a
2019 has come and almost gone with and 2020 is just around the corner. This also means only 15 WEEKS TO GO until RunWEST! Imagine racing around the track at Sydney Motor Sport Park, soaring above the lions at Sydney Zoo, running through the Western Sydney Parklands and finishing under The Sydney Coliseum Theatre! To
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You may have heard of the term rehabilitation, which refers to the process of restoring normal function, health and movement after an injury or surgery. This probably brings up images of ice, crutches and walking frames, a bunch of physios and nurses to aid someone in their recovery. But have you heard of the buzzword
Are you someone who trains hard but doesn’t seem to see results? Maybe you’re in the gym five 5-6 times a week doing a mixture of cardio, free weights and classes, or maybe just lots of one, but you’re not getting anywhere? Do you feel disheartened with your training, putting in all the hard work