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Common exercise mistakes: a Highett physio tells you how to get back into running!
With society’s new focus on fitness and physical wellbeing, more and more everyday Aussies are strapping their runners on, renewing gym memberships, and getting back into the habit. This is great news if you ask us - your health should always be a top priority! However, it also comes with its fair share of risks. Returning to exercise isn’t as easy as hitting the pavement after a few months hibernating. To make the transition properly and avoid long-lasting pain and injury requires a lot of prep work. Why? It’s simple: many of us don’t spend all that much time on our feet! Like we said in the past, inactivity is the worst thing that can happen to your muscles. When your muscles are inactive, they atrophy (in a manner of speaking). In particular, they: Weaken and lose their strength Become less flexible and resilient, making them more prone to injury Force other parts of your body to pick up the [...]
An Highett physiotherapist explains shin splint treatments you can do from home!
The fight against leg pain doesn’t end once you finish your appointment with your Highett physiotherapist. If you’re tired of putting up with leg pains like shin splints, you’ll not only need to visit your physio, but also invest in the exercises we prescribe. Physical therapy at your physiotherapist’s clinic is just one half of the equation - for sustained results and long-lasting results relief from leg pain, you’ll also need to do some work at home. Home exercises and stretches play a huge role in your recovery from pain. It speeds up your recovery, minimising the amount of time you need to spend contending with pain. A quick recap of shin splints While there are many possible types of leg pain, without a doubt the most common are overuse injuries along your shinbone. Colloquially referred to as “shin splints”, overuse of your legs can cause wear and tear in your leg muscles. Your shins are especially vulnerable, since they [...]
An Highett physio explains frozen shoulder (and what you can do about it!)
Let’s get one thing out of the way: frozen shoulder has nothing to do with the cold! Also known by its proper name, adhesive capsulitis, frozen shoulder describes situations where your shoulder becomes stiff and immobile. In this case, “frozen” refers to how you’ll have trouble moving and rotating your arm. In most cases, frozen shoulder also comes with a healthy dose of shoulder pain too. Symptoms of frozen shoulder can begin gradually, and worsen over time. Shoulder without treatment you could be looking at months or even years of ongoing shoulder pain! Suffering from a sore shoulder? Book an appointment with our Highett physio today! What causes frozen shoulder? Before we explain frozen shoulder, we need to explain the mechanics of your shoulder. Your shoulder is more than just a ball and socket - it’s a complex system of ligaments, bones and tendons that work together to provide a full range of motion and hold your shoulder together. These [...]
A physiotherapist in Highett explains how poor ergonomics can cause pain
Do you experience dull throbbing? Sharp pains? Or recurring aches? For many, the first thought is “how did I get that?” You think back to the evening jog, or the last time you went to the gym. You must have done something wrong - it’s the only theory that makes sense. But what if we told you it wasn’t? You might be surprised to hear that an injury event isn’t the only thing that can cause musculoskeletal pain. In fact, just as common are ergonomic problems! The art of ergonomics According to the Victorian Trades Council’s body of OHS inspectors, ergonomics is: “The design of systems, processes, equipment and the environment… making sure that they are within their capabilities and limitations.” Basically, ergonomics is all about designing your work environment in such a way that it minimises the risk of physical injury and strain, resulting in a happier, healthier, and more productive workplace. Ergonomics applies to all workplaces, and not [...]
An Highett physiotherapist explains how massage reduces your pain
When you visit your Highett physiotherapist, the first thing you’ll talk about is the type of pain you’re experiencing, then we’ll try to uncover how that pain came about. This allows us to prescribe the perfect treatment for you - from here, we get to work building strength in your body and eventually eliminating your pain. Of course, that isn’t the only thing your physio can do for you! Before we can set you up on the path to recovery, we might need to take steps to reduce your felt pain. Sometimes pain doesn’t just resolve overnight - after all, you still need to work, look after the kids, and run your usual errands. Luckily, your Highett physio has a few tricks up their sleeve… An introduction to massage in physiotherapy We know what you’re thinking: sure, a massage might feel nice. But it can’t relieve muscle pain, can it? You might be surprised to learn the truth! When most [...]
Get back into it! Our Highett physiotherapist explains 5 ways to relieve your pain
Did you know? Around half of all Australians work jobs where they spend most of their time sitting. Unfortunately, this sedentary lifestyle isn’t helping with those who suffer severe back pain. The problem arises when people don’t take active measures to balance out their largely desk-bound jobs. Think about all the hours you spend sitting (or lying down) in a day: 8 hours sleeping 30 mins commute to work in the car 8 hours, desk-bound Another 30 minutes driving home Once you arrive home, it’s likely you’ll prepare dinner than settle down again on the couch for some TV time. And thus, an increasingly sedentary population is leading to significant negative health outcomes - one of which could be a dramatically higher chance of back pain. Who’s at the biggest risk of back pain? People with sedentary jobs Do you: Work in an office from 9 to 5? Drive a taxi or any other transport or courier vehicle? Operate machinery [...]
A physio in Highett explains the dangers of sitting too much
According to the Heart Foundation, around 65.3% of Aussies over 15 either were sedentary or had low levels of exercise. That’s close to 12 million people - a little under half the entire population. And with less active living comes a whole host of potential health problems. While inactivity isn’t great for the body in general, much of this idle time is spent sitting down. In our experience, this is even worse. That’s because staying seated comes with a host of unique problems that make it one of the worst forms of inactivity. Why? Our physio in Highett explains... 1) Mushy muscle problems One of the most damaging consequences of an increasingly sedentary lifestyle is muscle degeneration. When your leg muscles, abs, hips, and glutes sit inactive for long periods of time, they sit unused and can atrophy. These are the muscles that hold you up. If they’re not up to the task, you might suffer from: Poor stability [...]
Physio AUS is expanding! Introducing our new Highett physio clinic
Over the years, Physio AUS has worked thousands of different case sessions. We’ve built up a solid reputation, becoming one of the most sought-after physiotherapists in Melbourne. We’re proud of the results we’ve obtained for our clients. But recently, we’ve realised our current clinic doesn’t have the capacity to serve all of our clients - the brand was begging for an expansion! Thanks to our brand new Highett physio clinic, we’re now able to extend our services, offer quality physiotherapy and spread our unique AUS system even further across Melbourne! Need a physiotherapist in Highett? Stop by our new Highett physio clinic to see how we can help. https://www.instagram.com/p/BmjsME5Dyzg/?taken-by=physioaus Need a physiotherapist in Highett? Located 18km away from Melbourne’s CBD, our physio in Highett allows us to reach even more Melburnians than ever before. Applying the exact same proven techniques and unique treatments, those who live and work around Highett can expect physiotherapy that resolves their pain and allows them [...]