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Nov 6, 20221 min read
Knee meniscus injuries
Knee meniscal injuries are common in change of direction sports like Aussie rules, rugby and netball. Usually they occur suddenly and are...
Oct 31, 20221 min read
Pre and post operative rehab
Pre and post operative rehabilitation Whether you're preparing for surgery or have already had surgery, the team at DHG have put together...
Oct 19, 20221 min read
Protecting the perineum during pregnancy
The perineum is the area of skin between the vagina and the anus that is required to stretch during childbirth. 70% of women will...
Sep 28, 20221 min read
Achilles Tendinopathy
The Achilles tendon is a soft tissue structure that connects the muscles of the calf to the calcaneus (heel bone). A tendinopathy can...
Sep 15, 20221 min read
Clinical reformer pilates Vs Pilates
Clinical Pilates is directed by a qualified physiotherapist who has undergone further training in the field of Pilates. Clinical Pilates...
Aug 30, 20221 min read
Why do my knees crunch when I squat?
Crepitus is the name for when a joint makes a noise in response to movement. Generally, these little noises are normal age-related...
Aug 15, 20221 min read
When should back pain be taken seriously?
Back pain can be scary, but it doesn't need to be. Around 98% of back pain is due to benign pathology and current guidelines employed by...
Aug 1, 20221 min read
Sleep hygiene tips
You may wonder why a physio is emphasising the importance of good sleep hygiene? The relationship between sleep and pain (as well as many...
Jul 26, 20221 min read
PEACE & LOVE
Heard of the RICE principal for acute injury management? PEACE and LOVE are the new guidelines for managing acute injuries such as new...
Jul 26, 20221 min read
Napping and athletic performance
Recent research by Botonis et al. (2021) has shown that midday napping improves cognitive and exercise performance post-nap regardless of...
Jul 26, 20221 min read
Pelvic pain during pregnancy
PELVIC GIRDLE PAIN What are the symptoms of PGP? - Pelvic girdle pain in pregnancy can range from mild to severe - Area of pain can be...
Jul 26, 20221 min read
Back pain myths
Myth 1: Intervertebral disc injuries require surgery and cannot heal on their own Whilst some do require surgery, just like any injury,...
Jul 26, 20221 min read
Hand pain during pregnancy
CARPAL TUNNEL IN PREGNANCY Pain, tingling and/or numbness in the wrist and hand can be a sign of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). This is a...
Jul 26, 20221 min read
Minimalist shoes and injury risk
Does running in a minimalist shoe lead to an increase or decrease in injury? According to a systematic review (Perkins et. al, 2014) of...
Jul 26, 20221 min read
How to manage a cork
Corks (or muscle contusions) make up a large percentage of injuries in contact sport. These occur after impact to the muscle causing it...
Jul 26, 20221 min read
Tennis Elbow
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) This is typically pain on the outside of the elbow caused by overuse of muscles and tendons...
Jul 26, 20221 min read
How to improve running speed
Plyometric training promotes a highly effective neuromuscular stimulus to improve running performance. Due to the quick rebounds, jumping...
Jul 26, 20222 min read
Your first physio appointment
If you’ve never been to a physiotherapist before it can be a daunting experience. History taking At the initial consultation we will get...
Jul 26, 20221 min read
Will my physio stop me from training?
The short answer, no. Ok, story time. Greg comes to the physio complaining of achilles pain when he plays football. Greg typically...
Jul 26, 20221 min read
Dry needling Vs Acupuncture
Dry Needling…that’s Acupuncture right? Well technically they are similar as they both: - Use thin monofilament needles - Aim to provide...
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