Let’s face it…life is hectic! We all have a tendency to become creatures of habit…falling into a predictable routine, moving through the same motions, day in and day out. Don’t get us wrong, having a routine is fantastic! It keeps us organised, helps us form healthy habits and reduce stress! However…there are many benefits, physically and mentally to challenging ourselves to expand outside our norm.

We all know that regular exercise is imperative to promoting a healthy lifestyle and optimising our functioning every day. When it comes to exercise, there are many benefits to switching up your routine and trying different forms of movements. This may feel like it is outside of your comfort zone but rest assured not only your body, but your brain will absorb so many wonderful benefits from trying something new. 

At The Physio Clinic, we provide a fantastic space for all our clients to utilise our knowledge and clinical assessment to access and enjoy a tailored exercise program to reap all of the benefits in our Physio Exercise Classes (PEC). 

With the variety of equipment, individualised programs and Physiotherapist supervision in each class, there is no limit to what you can achieve and no shortage of opportunities to reach your goals, whether these be improvements in strength, endurance, rehabilitation, pain relief, balance, mobility…the list goes on and on! 

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Stroke is usually associated with older people, however this is not always the case. Young stroke is defined by a haemorrhagic (bleed) or ischaemic (blockage) stroke which occurs in an individual aged 18-65 years old. 

The Stroke Foundation reports that in 2020 there were 27,428 Australians who experienced stroke for the first time in their lives. This equates to one stroke every 19 minutes. More than 445,087 Australians are currently living with the effects of stroke. In 2020, 24% of first-ever strokes occurred in people aged 54 years and under. That equates to approximately 20 strokes per day affecting a young person under the age of 65. 

Regardless of age, it is important to recognise stroke and think F.A.S.T

  • F 🡪 Face – has their mouth drooped? 
  • A 🡪 Arms – can they lift both arms? 
  • S 🡪 Speech – is their speech slurred? Can they understand you? 
  • T 🡪 Time – time is vital, if you recognise these signs call 000 immediately
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Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is the most common inner ear problem and cause of vertigo (a false sense of spinning). Each word in the name ‘BPPV’ is important in describing the condition: 

  • Benign means it is not life-threatening, even though the symptoms can be intense and disabling. 
  • Paroxysmal means that the symptoms come in sudden, short spells. 
  • Positional means that certain head positions or movements trigger symptoms. 
  • Vertigo is the term used to describe the feeling that you are spinning or the world around you is spinning. 
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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) is a condition relating to the compression of structures including the brachial plexus (a bundle of nerves supplying the arm), a major artery and vein, through an anatomical area called your thoracic outlet. This area is located between your lower neck, collar bone and first rib. 

What are the signs & symptoms?

Compression of this area can cause many symptoms most commonly in the arm, hand, and neck. You could experience one of more of the following: 

  • Pain
  • Muscle weakness and wasting
  • Pins and needles
  • Numbness
  • Paleness of the skin
  • Temperature changes

This collection of symptoms can also closely mimic other more serious medical conditions, so it’s important that you seek expert advice without delay.  

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Joint replacements are becoming increasingly common. In 2017–18, 54,102 knee replacements (218 per 100,000 population) and 32,929 hip replacements (133 per 100,000 population) were completed. (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, 2020). Between 2008-09 and 2017-18 the rates of total knee replacements increased by 27% and total hip replacements increased by 33% in Australia (AIHW, 2020). The most common joint replacements involve the hip or the knee, however, shoulder and ankle replacements also occur.

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What is Osteoporosis?

The aptly-named osteoporosis (‘bones with holes’), is a common condition that affects 6.2 million Australians. During childhood our bone formation exceeds our bone resorption (breakdown). As we age, we have a gradual and progressive decline in hormones, particularly estrogen, which is linked to bone loss. The decline of estrogen production causes a reduction in bone formation, hence, increased rates of bone resorption/breakdown. Over time, this leads to a low bone mineral density making the bones weaker and more susceptible to fractures. 

Women over 50 are at increased risk (23%) of developing osteoporosis due to estrogen deficiency-related to menopause, compared to men with a 6% chance of developing the condition.

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De Quervain’s tenosynovitis is a painful inflammation of the tendons on the side of your wrist and base of your thumb. 

What are some of the symptoms that may arise if you have this? 

👍 pain while moving the thumb 

👍 difficulty grasping and lifting objects 

👍 difficulty with gripping and twisting activities 

👍 pain mainly occurs while moving the thumb and gets worse with repetitive use.

👍 occasional swelling near the base of the thumb. 

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We often hear how important getting a good night’s rest and managing stress levels are for our bodies, but how exactly do they help and why are they so important during the recovery period of an injury? 

What’s the deal with a good night’s sleep & what happens when we sleep?

Sleep provides our body with a vital opportunity to heal both physically and mentally. This is due to the many different chemical and physiological reactions which occur within the body. The main role of sleep in injury recovery is to facilitate the growth of new healthy tissue. 

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WHAT IS TAPING?

Taping is a very popular and common additional treatment technique used across varied Physiotherapy disciplines including sports, musculoskeletal and neurological conditions.

The two most common taping techniques utilise rigid and flexible – Kinesiology taping. 

The type of taping technique used by your physiotherapist is dependent on the condition you present with and the type of effect intended.

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