Physiotherapist and Health Coach Kirsten Rose suggests a yummy breakfast idea that is great, especially if you are trying to build muscle mass. Good news is that it is quick to make and the whole family will love it. Serves 1, Prep time 5 minutes, Cook time 10 minutes What you need; 1/4 cup egg […]
What is the ACL? Knee injuries, in addition to ankle injuries, are among the most prevalent sports injuries. The anterior cruciate ligament is one of the knee’s primary stabilisers and performs a key role in reducing rotational forces on the knee joint. It also acts to reduce anterior (forwards) movement of the tibia (shin bone) […]
By Mark Quinn, Masters Physiotherapist Ankle sprain is one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries. A recent analysis of the research has shown that females are at a higher risk of sustaining an ankle sprain compared with males and children compared with adolescents and adults. Indoor and court sports are the highest risk activity but […]
By Mira Boeyens, Physiotherapist and Yoga and Pilates Instructor It’s very likely that at some point you’ve heard about, been told about, or known someone that’s struggled with adhesive capsulitis, more commonly known as frozen shoulder. A frozen shoulder is not simply a stiff shoulder, but an inflammatory condition that affects the capsule of the shoulder […]
Do you have ongoing back pain or referred pain in your leg? Low back pain is common and can have a detrimental impact on the ability to continue to work and your favourite activities. Despite the large impact on life, most cases of low back pain are not serious and do not require medical intervention. […]
Written by Sabrina Fu, Pilates Instructor Most people who are unfamiliar with the Pilates method may think that the main benefits are simply improvements in posture and flexibility, but it goes far beyond that! Whether you are looking to rehabilitate an injury, improve overall strength and mobility, or enhance athletic/sports performance, Pilates is an excellent […]
By Anna Geraets, Physiotherapist, Pilates Instructor and Women's Health Specialist Why get a WOF? Well… How are you feeling? Whether you are currently pregnant, or you are in the process of recovering from childbirth, surely you are appreciating just how much your body can transform to meet the demands of growing a baby. This can […]
Foam rollers have grown in popularity over the last decade as a key piece of kit in gyms and home exercise settings. But what benefits do foam rollers provide us with and how might these be achieved in practice?
Most people want to be healthy and well, but there is an enormous gap between those thoughts and the everyday reality of actually making it happen. Nearly all of us can probably identify with a time in our lives where we wanted to get healthier, be more active, lose weight, be less stressed, be happier….the list can be endless.
We know that both heat and cold can provide good pain relief, so the difference really comes down to timing.
