injury prevention

How to Prepare Your Body for the Summer Sports Season Ahead

With summer just around the corner, many of us are gearing up for our favourite summer sports. Whether it’s surf lifesaving, tennis, little nippers, cricket, or simply getting back into running and swimming, it’s important to prepare your body properly to reduce the risk of injury and perform at your best.How can you prepare your body for …

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Strength Setbacks After Youth Knee Injuries

Knee injuries are common in young athletes, but did you know the effects can last much longer than expected?A recent study followed teenagers with sport-related knee injuries over a 2 year period. They found that even after rehab, the injured leg often stays weaker than the uninjured one, for up to 24 months.The study also …

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The Link Between A Stiff Back and Falling Over

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 …

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Tackling Tendon Pain in Young Female Athletes

Tendon pain in young athletes, particularly during high-growth years, is a common but often misunderstood issue. A new study led by physiotherapist Sam Blanchard has shown that customising exercises based on how each athlete’s muscles and tendons work together can make a big difference. In fact, this approach reduced knee pain by two-thirds in a …

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Picking The Right Test For Hip Strength: Why Position Matters

When it comes to testing hip strength, how and where we test makes a big difference. A recent study by Dr. Stacey Hardin has shown that the position your body is in—and where the force is applied—can change your results quite a bit.Why Hip Testing Isn’t One-Size-Fits-AllHip strength testing is commonly used in both sports and rehab settings. But …

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Can 10 Minutes of Core Work Ease Back Pain?

Chronic low back pain affects millions of people globally and can feel like a constant companion that limits daily activities. But what if something as simple as 10 minutes of exercise could help ease that pain? Lets dive into some research findings.A recent study explored the impact of a 10-minute bodyweight core stabilisation program on people with …

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Seniors…Move Better, Stay Stronger

Aging doesn’t mean losing strength and independence—it means training smarter. As we get older, our muscles naturally weaken, making daily tasks like getting out of a chair, carrying groceries, or climbing stairs feel harder. But the good news? Strength training can help slow down and even reverse this decline.Traditional vs. Functional Strength Training: What’s the Difference?When …

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Classes Are Back: February 2025!

We now offer four class programs tailored to your individual goals. Please read on or call us for details about which class is best for you, your friends and family. Get started with us this February 2025!GLA:D ProgramGLA:D is a 6-week intensive course for Osteoarthritis of the Hip and Knee.There are 14 sessions, which include 12 …

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