Just hop to it …Preventing running injuries with plyometrics
Running is one of the most accessible and popular forms of exercise whether its just for fun and fitness or because some of us love to have a crack at…
The high ankle sprain, your guide to recovery
High ankle sprains or ankle syndesmosis injuries are a relatively common lower limb injury that is often observed in field sports such as AFL or football codes. However it…
What is calcific tendonitis and what can you do for it ?
What is calcific tendonitis ? Calcification in a tendon occurs when calcium deposits accumulate within the tendon structure. The exact cause of tendon calcification is not fully understood and is…
Importance of strength training for tendons
Tendons play a critical role in transmitting forces from muscles to bones, enabling efficient movement and locomotion. The ability of tendons to adapt to mechanical load is essential for their…
Wry neck, is it more than just a stiff neck ?
Wry neck, also known as torticollis, is a condition characterized by pain or stiffness in the neck being resulting in a twisted or tilted neck posture. In this blog, we…
A guide to stress fractures in runners
Stress fractures are a common injury among runners, resulting from repetitive loading and overuse of the bones. These fractures can significantly impact training and performance, often requiring a period of…
Recommendations for exercise during pregnancy.
Recommendations: As long as it is a low risk pregnancy (as most pregnancies are), then 30-60 minutes of moderate intensity exercise is recommended on most if not all days of…
DRAM or abdominal separation in the post natal period
Diastasis Rectus Abdominus or DRAM is often related to pregnancy or the post natal period. It essentially refers to the space that’s formed between the rectus abdominus (6 pack muscle…
Headaches and migraines, what’s the difference? [2022]
What’s the difference between a headache and a migraine? It’s a very common question. Headaches and migraines are both among the most prevalent and debilitating health conditions in the country.…
Migraine and headache treatment: The Watson Approach [2022]
Headache and migraines are one of the most common disorders suffered today. In this article we explore what is happening with your headache and how we can do to alleviate…
Pelvic organ prolapse
The pelvic organs include the bladder, uterus and the rectum, as well as their pathways to outside: the urethra, the vagina and the anus. These are all held in place…
Constipation and defecation dysfunction- what a crappy problem.
Constipation or defecation dysfunctions (trouble emptying your bowels) can be caused by a multitude of things. The most common causes of are: Dietary Decreased water intake Dyssynergia Prolapse Hormonal changes…
Urinary dysfunction after pregnancy is common but not normal.
It’s a really common complaint in a lot of women after giving birth that they may leak urine when they sneeze or laugh. A lot of women think this is…
How hard do you have to exercise, is there a magic number?
In a former life I used to throw things, specifically hammers. I did alright but I was always chasing a magic number. That number was 70, well 70 meters and…
Running- what could go wrong?
Running is one type of exercise which does have a high prevalence of injury. There are a multitude of symptoms which could occur, including foot, knee, hip and lower back…
Hamstring tears and the top 5 exercises to strengthen them [2022]
How many times have we seen a football player or sprinter pulling up suddenly grasping the back of their leg and pulling up? It’s a pretty common injury, so let’s…
Frozen Shoulder and how you can “let it go” [2022]
Frozen shoulder is one of the conditions that is a bit misunderstood about why it happens and what you can do about it. It is not uncommon to see people…
Total Hip Replacements- What you need to know to feel ‘Hip Again’ [2023]
The decision to have a hip replacement is a large one. While hip replacements are quite common, they are definitely not an easy decision to make. So here’s a bit more…
Cadence and its role with overstriding in running
Cadence essentially refers to the number of steps taken within a minute. For running, the magic number seems to be around 180 for most people. Over-striding is a common technical…
Bone density, osteoporosis and resistance training, what it means for you? [2023]
If you have had your bone density scan, you may be confused by what all the information means. You will often be provided with many graphs, diagrams and numbers; however…