Strains, sprains, tomato, tom-ah-to… While they may sound pretty close, the truth is that strains and sprains are two completely separate issues, and as such, require slightly different treatments. Due to their similar-sounding names however, many people wind up using the two terms interchangeably - something that our Highett physio hears all the time! It’s true that strains and sprains refer to damage to soft tissues in the body, and [...]
The job of your Highett physio is to assess, diagnose, treat and prevent a wide range of musculoskeletal issues that impact people’s movement and physical function. We often find ourselves working with those who’ve suffered from accidents, injuries or long-running health problems. Using a tailored combination of exercise, movement analysis, manual therapy and specialist techniques, we can help restore, improve and promote health. The human body is a complex machine. [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aF_mv63hdmw&feature=youtu.be Neck pain can be completely immobilising! It's one of the most common complaints I deal with in our Highett clinic every single day. It can occur due to a given event for e.g: a knock during a sporting contest or a motor vehicle accident. But it can also happen seemingly out of the blue. I've had many patients who wake up with an excruciatingly painful and 'locked' neck who [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSaLmr6WCQ8 In this video the 2 Bens explain: What having a rotator cuff tear means Why they're commonly associated with shoulder pain When to go for surgery Vs continue with Physio It's imperative to address any shoulder pain you have immediately to avoid the possibility of developing a condition called ' frozen shoulder' To read about the effects of frozen shoulder you can read our blog on the topic [...]
Your leg hurts. There’s a sharp pain every time you turn your neck. You experience a dull throbbing in your lower back, hip and leg. Logically, you should be looking into getting physio for your leg, neck, or back, right? Unfortunately, when it comes to musculoskeletal pain, it isn’t always that straightforward! In many cases, the root cause of your musculoskeletal pain may be in a completely different part of [...]
If you’re a big footy fan (it doesn’t matter which code), the phrase “ACL injury” is likely one that you’re very familiar with already. You’ll know that it’s one of the most common injuries our top footy players run afoul of. But do you know what the ACL is, and what its function is? Are you contemplating getting back into your favourite sport and worried about getting an ACL injury [...]
How can I have tennis elbow if I don’t play tennis? Is this an injury of the bone or muscle? Why do I feel pain in my forearm as well as my elbow? These are just a few frequently asked questions from those experiencing Tennis Elbow. In this blog, I will endeavour to answer these, as well as a few more really common questions I’ve seen in practice from those [...]
Whether you’re gunning to become the next Arnold Schwartznegger or simply looking to add a bit of definition to your muscles, weight training routines are a staple of many people’s workouts. However, the weights room also carries with it a range of risks - in particular, a very high chance of injury if you go about your regimen the wrong way! Most experienced weightlifters are well aware of these pitfalls [...]
At Physio Australia we are known as the go-to guys and gals for when you feel pain and injury. In fact our mission statement is ‘ We resolve your pain and restore your body’s function’. But what if I told you that we aren’t just your go-to destination for when you feel pain, but in fact we also offer massage services that you can take advantage of anytime whatsoever in [...]
Australia has a bit of a love affair with the water - we suppose it’s just a side-effect of being surrounded by the stuff! You don’t even have to look at how our competitive swimmers are treated for proof - only 5% of Aussie adults can’t swim, compared to 20% in the UK, or the shocking 4 billion people globally who can’t swim. Whether you swim in the fast lane, [...]
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