Blogs
Successful physio for a pinched nerve in the lower back involves 3 aspects: Symptom reduction, Activity modification & lower back, pelvic and hip strengthening
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May 2018 - With footy season in full swing, how is your body currently holding up against the constant stresses week in and week out? From the professional AFL player to your simple weekend warrior, it is important to be mindful of injury prevention and the importance of good recovery. One of the best ways to keep on top of this is with deep-tissue massage.
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September 2019 - Melbourne Marathon Running Festival is upon us! Whether you are a verteran marathon runner or it’s your first go at 42km, you have likely (hopefully) been preparing for several months. With all the hard work done, it’s down to fine tuning and preparing for the event. Here are my top 5 tips to prepare for the marathon in the week leading up to the event. Bases require a great deal of strength particularly in their core, their legs and their shoulders. Weaknesses cause other areas to have to work harder or you will find your stunts falling or wobbling. Flyers require specific core and hip strengthening to maintain strong and stick their shapes in the air as well as on the floor.
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Find out about the top 5 methods for exercises for a fractured or broken wrist after cast removal with help from Melbourne Sports Physiotherapy Essendon and Blackburn.
Sports
February 2020 - No one likes to be forced off the bike by injury or pain. Yet this is something that many cyclists will face. The good news? Every cycling injury can be treated! Here are some of the most common complaints we see and how to fix them.
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February 2020 - No one likes to be forced off the bike by injury or pain. Yet this is something that many cyclists will face. The good news? Every cycling injury can be treated! Here are some of the most common complaints we see and how to fix them.
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We heard this recently, from a patient seeking treatment for their own injuries. It’s hard to see someone you care about in pain & not able to know what to do.
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March 2021 - As Victorians, we love nothing more than getting down to the beach. The start of Autumn means a change in the weather patterns and winds, and this means ideal surfing conditions, that culminate in the Bells Beach Pro.
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May 2019 - Humans are designed to run but we all have our own running styles, some prettier than others! There are lots of people who preach different styles of running, whilst some have increased efficiency, there is no perfect technique that has been proven to prevent injury. Not everyone needs to run smoothly and beautifully like Olympic Gold Medalists (and some olympic gold medalists don’t run very smoothly!). However some movement patterns may be placing extra stress on particular muscles, tendons and joints. Small adjustments can off load theses areas allowing you to run pain free and more efficiently.
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May 2020 - Wry Neck can sometimes be referred to as “Torticollis.” It is a neck condition that involves the muscles and nerves being damaged, stiff or painful. The muscles that surround the neck spasm, causing pain and limiting a person's range of motion (movement). With a wry neck, it is common to find the top of the head tilting to one side and the chin moving out to the opposite side.
Conditions
Are you considering physiotherapy but a friend suggests you see their chiropractor while your mother insists on seeing an osteopath? We discuss the difference.
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Shoulder tendonitis is a common condition characterised by inflammation of the shoulder tendons. View helpful exercises from the Melbourne Sports Physiotherapy team
Sports
Sprained, Twisted and Rolled Ankles are super common, and super painful! The team at Melbourne Sports Physiotherapy are experts are fixing your sprained ankle injuries.
Sports
Quadricep strains are a very common sports injury we see at Melbourne Sports Physiotherapy. Getting the correct physiotherapy advice for a quad strain early can help get you back running and kicking sooner than you'd think.
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Low back pain is a common injury in the golfer with up 35% of amateurs and 55% of professionals reporting low back pain as an injury. Melbourne Sports Physiotherapy can help you get you back on the course, playing comfortably again.
Conditions
Neck and back pain are two common complaints. At Melbourne Sports Physiotherapy we are experienced in back and neck physio - come and see us now.
Conditions
November 2016 - Are you in pain and considering physiotherapy but a friend suggests you see their chiropractor while your mother insists on a visit to an osteopath? Their suggestions are well-meaning. All professions aim to ease you of your pain and help your body work better with their own philosophies, techniques and focus.
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February 2017 - Physiotherapy, which is commonly called physical therapy in other countries, is a branch of science that primarily deals with physical medicine and physical rehabilitation. The process involves the use of mechanical movements and force to remediate impairments and help promote function, mobility, and quality of life. This is completed through the use of careful assessment, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and physical intervention. The work is done by physiotherapists or physical therapists.
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September 2016 - We visit physiotherapy clinics for a variety of reasons. It may be muscular problems or other conditions. But what is physiotherapy and what are the benefits? Here's a brief overview.
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We visit physiotherapy clinics for a variety of reasons. It may be muscular problems or other conditions. But what is physiotherapy and what are the benefits?
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May 2018 -Pilates is a great form of exercise for mums-to-be and new mums. The importance of exercise during and post pregnancy cannot be understated. It is known that exercise during pregnancy can decrease the risk of certain conditions that can occur during pregnancy such as gestational diabetes. After having your bub there is no rush in getting back into exercise.
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Whether due to severe arthritis, chronic shoulder pain, or a traumatic injury, the decision to undergo shoulder replacement surgery is significant. Melbourne Sports Physiotherapy shoulder physios can help guide you.
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Video Blog- Pre- Surgery ACL Mobility Exercises, by sports physiotherapists at Melbourne Sports Physiotherapy.
Sports
In the 2015 AFL season there was an average of 41 injuries per club. Soft tissue injuries such as hamstring strains make up a large portion of these injuries.
Conditions
Shoulder pain - something that nobody wants to experience. Unfortunately, life requires us to use your shoulders and arms for activities every day.
Conditions