Could Your Back Be Increasing Your Risk of Falling?If you’ve been told you have lumbar spinal stenosis — a common cause of lower back pain in older adults — it’s important you know that your back might be increasing your chances of falling.A recent study looked at people with spinal stenosis and found that those who …
If you have been googling ‘physios near me in Newport’ for a while now, then you have come to the right place. A lot of people have considered going to a physiotherapist, but one thing holding them back is that they don’t know what to expect from their first physiotherapy session. But no worries! We …
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Many private health insurance extras reset at the end of the financial year. That means you should use your health insurance before the end of June to get the most benefit out of what you pay for. Why “Use It or Lose It” MattersMost health funds operate on a “use it or lose it” system. …
Here’s Why Your Achilles Tendon Rehab Shouldn’t Be One-Size-Fits-All… Achilles tendon pain is usually felt at the back of your heel, where the tendon connects your calf muscles to your heel bone. If you’ve ever had Achilles tendon pain, you know how frustrating it can be. Whether you’re an athlete or just enjoy walking, that nagging …
Hip pain is a common issue that can affect people of all ages. Whether it came on suddenly after a specific movement or it’s been creeping up slowly over time, hip pain can be frustrating and limiting. Here at Back To Health, we want to help you understand what’s happening and how our physiotherapists can …
If you spend most of your workday in an office chair, you’ve probably felt that familiar, dull ache in your hips by 3:00 PM. But is sitting actually causing the issue, or is it just making something else worse? As physiotherapists, we hear this question constantly. To answer it, let’s dive into what actually happens …
Enjoying Easter Mindfully – Why Watching Our Weight Matters As Easter rolls around, many of us look forward to quality time with loved ones, cozy autumn weather, and—of course—a little trip from the easter bunny. And while we believe in enjoying our sweet treats, It’s also a good time to check in with how our …
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Knee osteoarthritis can be frustrating and painful! The stiffness, the pain, the way it slows you down—it’s no joke. But what if we told you that losing a bit of weight could make a real difference?A recent study from the Osteoarthritis Healthy Weight for Life (OAHWFL) program looked at 9,000+ patients with knee Osteoarthritis and …
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If you’ve been dealing with persistent neck pain, you’re not alone. Whether it’s from long hours at a desk, an old injury, or just the daily stresses of life, chronic neck pain can be frustrating and limiting. But what if we told you there’s a way to take control of your pain and build resilience? …
We are pleased to introduce you to the newest member of our team here at Back To Health Physio. A big welcome to Bryce! Bryce studied at the Australia Catholic University (ACU) in Sydney, where he received a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. Over the years, he has gained an extensive amount of experience in different clinical settings such …
