Are you someone who struggles with diabetes and diabetic foot care on the Central Coast? Although foot problems may pop up for just about everyone at some point in their life, foot concerns as a diabetic must be taken seriously as they have the ability to be debilitating if not careful. If you’re a diabetic, […]
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Diet & Diabetes on the Central Coast: more than just cutting down sugar It’s National Diabetes Week! Are you a Central Coast local who struggles with diabetes? This year Diabetes Australia is highlighting the mental and emotional health of living with diabetes. There are many factors that can contribute to the mental health of a […]
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After a long road of quarantine during the Coronavirus pandemic, we are seeing restrictions ease in Australia more and more. The perks of our social distancing cooperation has not only resulted in lives saved, but a quicker road back to “normal”. Having twenty people over to your home, your neighbourhood pub re-opening, and finally – […]
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Do you have difficulty lifting your arms over head? Have trouble moving your neck? Have soreness throwing a ball? Can’t swim as fast as you previously could? All these activities can be affected and limited by a lack of thoracic rotation. We want a mobile thoracic spine, particularly for rotation and in turn, extension. If […]
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Exercise is an important aspect of pregnancy and the research and consensus around exercise has changed a lot in the recent years with the benefits of exercise becoming much more apparent. Women with uncomplicated pregnancies should be encouraged to engage in aerobic and strength-conditioning exercise before, during and after pregnancy. Physical activity in pregnancy has […]
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With summer fast approaching, Australia’s swimming season is about to get into full swing! Do you complete a warm up prior to getting in the pool or ocean? A prescribed warm up is essential to decrease the likelihood of injury, especially due to the utilisation of large muscle groups when swimming. It allows for increased […]
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Book in with one of our Physiotherapists to learn more about rotator cuff related shoulder pain! Book an appointment online!
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Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) is a unique and debilitating shoulder pathology. Characterised by severe stiffness, pain, and loss of range of motion, patients often report limitations that can persist for up to 3-5 years. It is estimated that up to 5% of the population may experience frozen shoulder throughout their lifetime, with the incidence increasing […]
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Tarsal tunnel syndrome is a form of nerve entrapment in the ankle. This happens when pressure is placed on the posterior tibial nerve as it passes through the tarsal tunnel at the ankle. Some of the causes for the compression of this nerve include inflammation of surrounding tissues, space occupying lesions like ganglion cysts, stretch […]
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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal condition affecting up to 18% of women. PCOS can manifest in a range of symptoms including irregular periods or complete loss of your period, infertility, excessive facial hair growth, scalp hair loss and acne. PCOS has also been reported to be associated with obesity, insulin resistance, […]
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