Shin splints (Medial or lateral Tibial Stress Syndrome)
This article discusses shin pain (shin splints) caused by medial tibial stress syndrome, stress fractures or compartment syndrome. We discuss treatment and management.
Exercise for Adults – How Much is Beneficial?
Exercise is good for everyone. “Hooray!”, I hear you shout, “let’s get to it”. Exercise for Adults especially with many battling an increasingly sedentary lifestyle is a hot topic. Exercise is beneficial for your – bone strength muscle strength endurance balance mental health prevention of certain diseases ( eg type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and certain […]
The Importance of Checking your Running Shoes
Thanks to Aleks Baruksopulo (Podiatrist) for this guest post If you are running in the Gold Coast Marathon which is coming up in the beginning of July you are more than likely ticking away the kilometres in preparation. This can be a difficult and delicate time on your body because of the potential wear and tear […]
Osteoporosis prevention and management
This article discusses the signs and symptoms of osteoporosis and its causes. It also discusses preventitive measures for osteoporosis to prevent loss of bone density leading to fracture and pain and deformity.
The ergonomically correct desk set up
This article discusses how to set up your desk correctly for computer work as well as use of a swiss ball and document holders.
Choosing the correct pillow for you
This article examines sleeping positions and types of pillows (latex, memory foam and feather) for correct sleeping position to reduce neck and back pain, shoulder and arm pain.
Deep vein thrombosis (blood clots)
This article discusses deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or blood clots and their symptoms and complications. It also discusses early managament and prevention.
Whiplash injury and recovery
This article discusses neck pain associtated with a whiplash injury and how to manage pain.
Core Stability and Back Pain
This article describes the anatomy of the lower back and multifidus, pelvic floor and transversus abdominus (or core stability muscles) and shows how to activate (contract) them to alleviate lower back pain
Recognising stroke – think FAST
This articles discusses signs of a stroke and when to call for assistance to prevent death and or minimise disability.