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Lower back radiculopathy
What is a radiculopathy? Lower back pain is a common condition and has many differential diagnoses. One of these is radiculopathy. Radiculopathy comprises of neurological deficits and, occasionally, pain radiating from the buttocks down the leg below the knee. Symptoms are one sided (1). Your health professional will listen to your symptoms, screen for red flags/sinister conditions and

Why we continue to wear masks at PMPP
The covid-19 pandemic continues to surround us, almost 3 years down the track. Despite vaccination rollouts, new strains continue to present themselves. Currently in Australia we are seeing another wave of more and more cases. While we are now in the stage of “learning to live with the virus”, wearing face masks in community settings

Thoracic and rib pain during pregnancy
During pregnancy, many changes occur to the body. Pain and discomfort can arise from the growing and changing body. Commonly, women will experience pelvic girdle or lower back pain throughout their pregnancy. However, a significant number of women will experience upper back (thoracic) or rib pain. Where is the pain located? The thoracic spine is located between the neck

Kinesiology Tape
Do you ever watch a professional tennis game or competitive bike race and wonder what the colourful strips of tape athletes wear is? Well, the answer is Kinesiology Tape. Kinesiology tape (or KT tape) is a therapeutic tape, which we apply strategically to the body to help reduce swelling, provide support, decrease pain and improve

Hormonal headaches and migraines
What is the difference between a headache and a migraine? A headache can be characterised as having a slow onset, usually bilateral mild to moderate dull pain. A migraine, however can be described as more severe pain that is often unilateral, throbbing and can last between hours to a few days. Migraines can also include the

Pelvic girdle pain in pregnancy
What is pelvic girdle pain and how common is it? Pelvic girdle pain (PGP), also commonly referred to as Pelvic instability, can be described as a collection of signs and symptoms of discomfort and pain in the pelvis and lower back region. Pain can either be felt at the back of the pelvis, on one or both

Limber – putting an end to back pain
Bart de Vries, Physiotherapist and founder of Limber, talks to us about back pain and the implications of our chosen work desk. What you believe about back pain might be delaying your recovery. What people commonly understand about back pain is outdated. Commonly held beliefs like bed rest, pain medication and surgery have been proven

Total knee replacement – a firsthand account
To replace a KNEE or NOT TO replace a KNEE: that is the question. As a disclaimer, I wish to note that my experience may be vastly different to others. We all experience pain, recovery and ‘getting back on our feet’ differently. However, on my journey through total knee replacements (yes, I had both done, separately), I picked

9 long and scary months – surviving a high risk pregnancy
Nine long and scary months: Pregnancy can be the most wonderful experience filled with excitement, joy and happiness. There are an entire range of emotions that you will feel while your body is growing your little bub. Unfortunately for many women who experience a high risk pregnancy, they will experience enhanced anxiety, stress and fear. For some

R U OK?
R U OK? Today is the 8th of September – Australia’s R U OK? Day. R U OK? Day is a time to check in with those you care about. While it is in our nature to consider people who are openly struggling with mental health issues, it is equally important to touch base with those who seem