Prevention

Healthy Habits Can Help Ease Ongoing Back Pain

Living with ongoing low back pain can be frustrating, especially when it stops you from doing the things you enjoy. The good news is that new research shows that taking care of your overall health (things like diet, exercise, sleep, and lifestyle) can make a real difference. A recent Australian study found that people who …

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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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How to Prepare Your Body for the Slopes This Winter

As the Australia and New Zealand ski season kicks off and school holidays approach, many of us are gearing up for some fun on the snow. Whether you’re a seasoned skier or heading to the slopes for the first time, it’s important to make sure your body is ready for the challenge.Here are a few tips from our physiotherapists …

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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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The Difference Between A Sprain And A Strain

Sprains and Strains are common injuries that can happen to almost any body part. Some of the more common areas they can occur are the ankles, wrists, and knees.Sprain and Strain both mean the same thing…which is a pull or tear to the body part. However, a Sprain is when this pulling/tearing occurs in a ligament or joint …

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Advice If You Are Training For A Marathon

Running is currently on brand! And marathons are a great way to showcase your training and stay on track. So as a physiotherapy clinic, we are bringing you some advice on how to prepare and train for a marathon!1. Training plan with Optimal LoadingThe average timeline to prepare for a marathon is 3 months, however, …

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