icon What is it? Osteoarthritis (OA) is a condition which affects our joints. The cartilage that covers the ends of our bones thins and begins to wear away. Eventually, it becomes inadequate in its ability to protect the bone beneath. The bone develops spurs and cysts and the menisci (shock absorbers in the knee) can […]
Read More
icon We all know how important game day is, and we always want to come away with a win. Get yourself as ready as possible with our top game day preparation tips! The day before: Hydration – think ahead and start increasing your water intake 1-2 days before (especially if hot weather is forecasted). The […]
Read More
icon There are many diets out there; from low fat, paleo, ketogenic, sugar free, low carb and more. It can be confusing to know what information out there is correct, and what diets may be useful to follow or take inspiration from. Many diets can be categorised as a Fad Diet, meaning it promises fast […]
Read More
icon The winter sporting season is well and truly upon us and with that comes the risk of concussions from many different sources. Some examples are: contact from another player, contact with trees and goal posts, falls and trips as well as the infamous falcon (ball to the head)! Many people who sustain a concussion […]
Read More
We are proud to be registered NDIS providers! icon With a Vision to keep the Central Coast “feeling well, moving well and performing well”, the committed allied health team at Coast Sport are delighted to announce that they are now proud registered providers of NDIS. There are around 4.3 million Australians who have a disability. […]
Read More
icon Research has now shown just how vital exercise is as an adjunct to cancer treatment and should be prescribed to all cancer patients under the guidance of an Exercise Physiologist. Not only does it help to manage the side effects associated with cancer treatment, but it is now known to improve patient outcomes. It […]
Read More
So you have poor posture.. what can you do? icon Day to day life impacts your posture more than you think. Sitting at a desk for work, slouching in front of the TV or at a computer all impact our posture on a daily basis. We always notice other people’s posture, but are less likely […]
Read More
icon Poor gluteal strength has been associated with various common injuries such as low back pain, hamstring injuries and knee pain. It is also important for post-operative rehab, lower leg stability and injury prevention. Weakness of the gluteal muscular region may contribute to lower extremity injuries by influencing joint-loading patterns and lower extremity control. There […]
Read More
icon The incidence of food allergies has increased considerably in Australia over the past decade with 1 in 20 children having a food allergy. A food allergy is an abnormal immune-mediated reaction to food via ingestion, skin contact or inhalation, resulting in clinical symptoms. An Immunoglobulin E (IgE) mediated food allergy occurs when the immune […]
Read More
icon With the basketball season well and truly upon us, it’s important to know the most common injuries and what you can do to prevent them to ensure you have the best season possible. Common Injuries Ankle sprains Lateral (outside) ankle sprains make up for 80% of ankle sprains and are caused by the ankle […]
Read More
Helping the Central Coast Feel Well, Move Well and Perform Well! 
