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A week away at Netball Nationals
Last week I had the privilege to be one of the four physios to travel with the Victorian Menโs & Mixed Netball teams for their National Championships in Brisbane. There were 6 Victorian teams competing across multiple divisions. U17s, U20s, U23s, Menโs Reserve, Open Mixed and Open Mens. Traveling with a team is both a
New concussion guidelines
From the Ground to Recovery: New Concussion Guidelines With community football commencing in the next couple of weeks you may or may not be aware of the new concussion guidelines. On the 1st of March, the AFL announced the new developments in relation to the return to play protocols in the concussion guidelines for all
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
Ice baths vs. saunas
Ice baths vs saunasโฆ whatโs with the trending excitement? When it comes to post-exercise recovery, athletes and fitness enthusiasts often turn to iceย baths and saunas as popular options. Both methods are believed to help reduce muscleย soreness, promote relaxation, and aid in recovery. But is one more effective than the other? Let’s delve into the benefits
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 haveย experiencedย firsthand, that you are likely to see in a patientย presenting for a Pelvic Health consultation”.ย Before
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
Magnesium: enhancing your sleep
Sleep: are you getting enough? In the fast-paced world we live in, achieving quality sleep can be a challenge forย many. Sleep is crucial for overall health and well-being, impacting our physical,ย mental and emotional state. If youโre struggling to get a good nights sleep,ย magnesium might just be the missing link to your restful slumber. On a
C-section recovery and massage
Congratulations on your extra special new family member!! The initial stages of motherhood can be daunting and sometimes thereโs 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 youโre feeling – this is completely validated!! A nice way to think
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
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