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Stay up to date with the latest news and posts with our regular blog from our team at Port Melbourne Physiotherapy & Pilates

Polymyalgia Rheumatica: a patient’s perspective

I recently approached one of my longstanding patients for her perspective on Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR). This blog, as with all of our firsthand accounts, is designed to be informative and insightful. Please seek medical support if you think you may also be suffering from PMR. What are/were your PMR symptoms? The original symptoms began 12

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Ice baths vs. saunas

Ice baths vs saunas… what’s with the trending excitement? When it comes to post-exercise recovery, athletes and fitness enthusiasts often turn to ice baths and saunas as popular options. Both methods are believed to help reduce muscle soreness, promote relaxation, and aid in recovery. But is one more effective than the other? Let’s delve into the benefits

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Stress urinary incontinence: my story

Drawing on personal experience: When considering becoming qualified in Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, I reached out to my good friend and sounding board, Rosie. “Ali, I have an exercise for you”. She told me. “Write down every single thing that you have experienced firsthand, that you are likely to see in a patient presenting for a Pelvic Health consultation”. Before

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Preparing for Running

Many clients have set their goals for 2024 and running is on their list. This may be starting from scratch, or returning to running after a long hiatus. Or it could be returning to running post injury or postpartum. Others are seasoned runners wanting to build up to a half or full marathon. Although everyone

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Magnesium: enhancing your sleep

Sleep: are you getting enough? In the fast-paced world we live in, achieving quality sleep can be a challenge for many. Sleep is crucial for overall health and well-being, impacting our physical, mental and emotional state. If you’re struggling to get a good nights sleep, magnesium might just be the missing link to your restful slumber. On a

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C-section recovery and massage

Congratulations on your extra special new family member!! The initial stages of motherhood can be daunting and sometimes there’s nothing more daunting than feeling or even looking at your cesarean section (c-section) wound for the first time. Rest assured if this is how you’re feeling – this is completely validated!! A nice way to think

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Men’s Pelvic Health

Men’s pelvic health is essential but is often overlooked. While conversations around pelvic health have recently gained traction, the focus tends to lean heavily towards women’s health. This leaves men’s pelvic health concerns often sidelined. Some men don’t even realise they have a pelvic floor. Did you know? 1 in 10 men may experience pelvic

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Wry neck

What is a wry neck? An acute wry neck is the sudden onset of neck pain and stiffness, often associated with muscular spasm. It is often quite alarming to patients, who often describe waking with symptoms with no clear warning. Patients with an acute wry neck typically experience severe one-sided neck pain, and movement to

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Scapula Winging

The term ‘winging scapula’ is used when the muscles of the scapula (shoulder blade) are weak, resulting in decreased stability or an inability to keep the borders of the scapula down against the ribcage. As a result, the inner or outer borders of the shoulder blade protrudes from the back, like wings. The muscles that

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Mental health and pelvic floor dysfunction

Perinatal Mental Health Week – a week close to my heart: 12-18th November 2023 marks Perinatal Mental Health Week in Australia, a week that holds huge personal significance for me. PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia) founded this week in 2005. This was a way to help both health professionals and the general community better understand

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