Growing up in an active lifestyle is well known for its health benefits but less is known about its potential risks. As kids age certain structures throughout the body can become stressed, weak and dysfunctional ultimately resulting in injury – commonly written off as ‘growing pains’. These injuries can then result in long periods of […]
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What are the signs and symptoms of poor gut health? Do you experience digestive issues, constipation, irregular bowel movements, bloating and gas? How about skin problems, joint pain or even lack of mental clarity? All are signs & symptoms of disruption in the digestive system. Disease is said to begin and end in the gut.
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A few examples for you:If our upper back is rounded and lacks extension movement this alters the position of our shoulder joints and limits our ability to elevate or raise our arm through full range of movement. Altered position of our head and neck, often seen as a forward head posture or chin poked forward,
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Alberta Infant Motor Scale The Alberta Infant Motor Scale or AIMS is a standardised examination tool used by paediatric physiotherapists to assess infants. The test covers infants from birth up to 18 months of age and assesses their gross motor development. Who is the AIMS used on? The AIMS is an appropriate test for any
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What is Cystic Fibrosis? Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a genetically inherited condition that affects many organs within the body including the lungs, pancreas (Digestive system) and sweat glands. Individuals with CF produce an abnormally excess amount of think and sticky mucus within the lungs, airways and digestive systems. The excessive production can adversely impact functions
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It is rapidly approaching the school season for athletics in Rockhampton. To help with athletics coaching in Rockhampton, Glenn Hansen and Jordan Moffitt from Vector Health & Performance are coordinating a training program for children and teenagers to help with technique and performance in track events. A few myths exposed!! You do not have to
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Whiplash Injury What is whiplash? How is a Whiplash diagnosed? A whiplash injury is usually diagnosed with a complete medical history and physical exam, many whiplash injuries causes damages to soft tissue that cannot be seen on x-rays. Other ways in which a whiplash can be diagnosed is through further imaging such as x-rays, MRI or
What is a hip impingement? Femroacetabular impingement occurs when the femoral head (ball of the hip) pinches up against the acetabulum (cup of the hip). When this happens, the cartilage that surrounds the acetabulum can be damaged causing hip pain and tightness. There are three types of morphologies, and they are common within the general population (around 30%) and present
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What should I do after an Ankle Sprain? What do I do next and when can I get back into training? What happens when I sprain my ankle? Ankle sprains are among the most common musculoskeletal injuries in sport as well as day to day life, and Lateral ankle sprains in particular account for 85%
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Injury Prevention 101 Want to learn what it really takes for injury prevention? In musculoskeletal physiotherapy practice we see athletes from all walks of life, all ages and all levels of athletic background. Whether it be a national level athlete, a weekend warrior or someone who has decided to shed the unwanted extra Christmas kilos
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Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus What is it and how can we work with you What is Type 1 Diabetes? Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) is a chronic condition that affects insulin production in the body. Insulin is used in the body to help regulate blood sugar levels. Without insulin the body cannot metabolise glucose which
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Why am I having hip pain? There are many reasons this could be happing! Are you experiencing pain at the front of your hip or have trouble when squatting due to hip restriction? The squat is the king of all exercises in its ability to build hip strength and power. Many individuals develop hip pain
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What is Dry Needling? How it works and the benefits What is Dry Needling? Dry needling is a modern treatment which involves inserting fine filament sterile needles into tissues of the body to relieve pain and aid the body’s recovery process.Dry needling is commonly used to manage muscle tension and trigger points. The word “DRY”
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