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Shoulder pain is a common issue that many individuals face in their day-to-day lives. It can arise from various sources,…
As providers of a Children’s Continence Service, we recognise the challenges faced by children and their families in dealing with…
Can physiotherapy assist with sub-acromial injections for management of shoulder pain? Shoulder pain can be debilitating and…
Here are the pros and cons of walking versus running for exercise in simple terms Walking: Pros: Low…
Physiotherapy plays a vital role in the treatment and rehabilitation of sports injuries Here are several ways…
Neck pain is a common issue that affects many people throughout their lives. It can range from mild discomfort to…
Neck pain is a common ailment that affects a large number of people at some point in their lives. It…
Neck pain is a common complaint affecting many people, which can range from a minor discomfort to a debilitating condition.…
Neck pain is a common complaint that affects many people, often resulting from poor posture, muscle strain, or underlying health…
Neck pain is a common complaint that affects many people worldwide. It can be caused by a variety of factors,…
ACL rehabilitation is a long process that involves many different aspects that need to be addressed in order to…
With pre-season for Winter sports well underway, many athletes all over Australia will be dreading the body soreness and…
Falling is a common cause of injury among the elderly and fear of falling can lead to a fear of…
What is osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a disease that affects two thirds of Australians over 50 years old. In osteoporosis the…
What is a tendinopathy? Overuse tendon injuries or tendinopathy is a highly prevalent condition that affects both athletes and non-athletes.…
What is the plantar fascia? The plantar fascia is a thick band of connective tissue which connects the heel to…
With pre season fast approaching for many winter sports, it is important to know how to be best prepared…
Have you decided on a wellness, fitness, weight loss or a sporting goal this New Year? With the start of…
Whilst we all know a combination of regular exercise and a well-structured diet is highly effective in weight reduction and…
There is substantial evidence that high physical activity levels are linked to lower risks of several cancers. Exercise has…
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrinopathy in women, thought to affect between 6-18% of…
Endometriosis is thought to affect one in nine Australian women by the age of 44, and is a…
Netball is a popular sport, particularly here in Australia, and like most sports is commonly associated with injuries. …
Low back pain is one of the most common reasons why people visit their doctor or emergency care. Severe low…
Hereâs some of our best advice and tips that you can try that may be useful to help your leg…
There are many different factors that can contribute to why we develop low back pain â type of work (eg.…
Spinal surgery is generally recommended by Spinal Surgeonsâ when you have exhausted all other conservative means of managing your symptoms.…
Pilates is a whole body, low impact style of exercise that can be done at home or in a class.…
Activate your deep core first, before you start each exercise. Try doing these exercises daily. 1. Abdominal Plank Place the…
Have you ever heard of a text neck? If you havenât itâs one of those things that you have probably…
Functional Strengthening Josh gives the best starter exercise to activate your back, hip and core muscles that you can start…
If you have a tight back, try these safe and effective stretches to help loosen your back and improve your…
At myPhysioSA we love helping people. Below is some of our best educational advice just for you. Our clinical physiotherapists…
What are the best pain tablets for back pain? Matthew Ash, a Spinal Physiotherapist from Adelaide explains there is enough…
For treatment of patients with chronic low back pain, the guidelines recommend the use of: NSAIDs and antidepressants In my…
Leg pain coming from the back is very common and quite frustrating. In order to understand how to treat leg…
This post will explain why and how we can get leg pain from our lower back with some informative videos…
ACL rehabilitation can be a long and intense journey. More often than not, the rehab time frames for…
Preparation exercises for preventing knee injuries in sport Knee injuries in sport are extremely common and can sometimes have…
Injury Prevention in sport is an important part of any season. This can give you the best…
Persistent lower back pain is defined as pain that continues for 12 weeks or longer, even after an initial injury…
What is acute Low Back Pain? Most people will have at least one episode of acute low back pain in…
Your spine is built to move, bend, lift, carry, run and have fun with! Listen to Josh, one of our…
If you have back pain, you are in good company, in fact according to The Australian Institute of Health and…
Pelvic floor physiotherapists with additional training in paediatric continence are skilled in working with your GP and/or specialist to assist…
Physiotherapists also play an important role in assessing patients pre and post operatively prior to a number of gynaecological surgeries…
Firstly itâs important to understand that pelvic floor exercises, also known as kegels, are not recommended for everyone, and in…
Women with persistent pelvic pain (also known as âchronic pelvic painâ) experience some form of pain in the pelvis, which…
The worldâs leading experts have recommended treatments provided by pelvic floor physiotherapists for pelvic pain and treatment options. Read on…
The worldâs leading experts have recommended treatments provided by pelvic health physiotherapists for incontinence, prolapse and pelvic pain. Read on…
The worldâs leading experts have recommended treatments provided by pelvic health physiotherapists for incontinence, prolapse and pelvic pain. Conservative Incontinence…
Pelvic, sexual and vulval pain are hidden problems and women often suffer in silence, or due to misdiagnosis, for years…
Pelvic floor problems, such as urinary or faecal incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse can occur throughout the lifespan, but are…
MENOPAUSE â IF SEX TURNS FROM PLEASURE TO PAIN Did you know that pain with sex â dyspareunia, is one…
What is vulvodynia? Vulvodynia is a condition that at least 10 to 20% of women will experience at some point…
Should periods be painful? It is common for some women or adolescents to experience discomfort during part of their period.…
Pelvic, sexual and vulval pain are hidden problems and women often suffer in silence, or due to misdiagnosis, for years…
Being diagnosed with a pelvic organ prolapse can provoke mixed emotions, particularly if very little information is provided at the…
If you are going through the next stage of life as a woman, you might have felt a bulge in…
Common pelvic health problems are listed below and further information on management options for each condition can be found in…
Your pelvic floor muscles sit between your pubic bone, coccyx (tailbone) and sitting bones, stretching like a trampoline across the…
Physiotherapists working in the field of pelvic health help women with a range of conditions including bladder and bowel concerns,…
5 reasons why classes are the best option to improve your health and happiness 1) Youâll be doing the…
4 tips to help you sleep better The fact that sleep is important is an understatement â we spend a…
An Exercise is Medicine Fact Sheet What is dyslipidaemia (high cholesterol)? Dyslipidaemia is the term used when there are…
Repetitive strain injury or RSI is a very common term used to cover a broad selection of overuse type…
What are Flat Feet? Pes Planus (also known as flat feet or fallen arches), is a condition where the arch…
In 2018 the Australian Bureau of Statisticsâ National Health Survey showed that 67% of Australian adults and 24.9%…
All about the Active Couch Potato The term âactive couch potatoâ may sound a little contradictory, but it…
1. You can learn how to do pelvic floor exercises from the internet or by reading a brochure Research shows…
Headaches are a common condition that we deal with at myPhysioSA. There are many different causes of headaches which can broadly…
Bladder leakage during physical activity and exercise is common, with 30% of exercising women reporting this complaint. Bladder leakage may…
Achy feet, heel pain, sore shins or knee pain? Orthotics Can Help! If you are suffering from any of the…
There are many doâs and don’ts out there when it comes to exercising after pregnancy. So how do you get…
An Update on Exercise in Pregnancy In 2020, the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG)…
Acute sporting injuries in adolescence usually occur during a training session or game due to falling, jumping, landing or catching…
Not sure if a Group Exercise Class is for you? Here are 6 reasons why you will get results from…
A GP or specialist may refer you for a steroid injection, but what is it? A steroid, or cortisone/corticosteroid, injection…
Persistent back and or neck pain is without a doubt one of the great challenges faced by many people, and…
Physiotherapist Josh introduces our Exos braces for fractures and sprains of the hand, wrist, thumb & forearm. Josh explains how…
Physiotherapist Josh shows how to measure your hand to know the correct size for fitting an Exos upper limb brace.…
How much Screen Time is too Much? Pain from your posture? We live in an age where we find a…
7 proven tips for taking control of your Osteo-Arthritis to get back living life again Do you have Osteo-Arthritis (OA)…
Cycling is notorious for contributing to tightening and shortening of our connective tissues, such as muscles and tendons. The cycling…
Tips for staying healthy & injury free The Silly Season is always a busy time of year where lots of…
Multiple Sclerosis Exercise Advice Exercise Therapy for people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) can help better manage many of the…
Gluteal tendinopathy, also known as hip bursitis or Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) is a very common clinical presentation. It…
Are you currently breastfeeding? Keep yourself feeling well with these tips to prevent mastitis from a postnatal physio. What is…
How can hydrotherapy classes assist your pre and post rehabilitation from surgery? Hydrotherapy is a form of exercise…
BED WETTING ADVICE Did you know bed wetting is a common childhood problem. It effects 5-10% of children under 10…
Ode to the Weekend Warriors Sports Injury The working week is hard and your last priority is exercise when you…
7 Reasons Why Joining a Gym Might Be a Bad Idea When you start thinking about improving your health…
Painful periods and Endometriosis Should periods be painful? It is common for some women or adolescents to experience discomfort during…
Vertigo: What Exercises can help? Vertigo, or a dizziness that feels like your surroundings are spinning, is common within the…
Top 5 tips to protect aggravating your shoulder doing housework If you have shoulder pain, or have had it in…
Strains vs sprains A common question we get asked in the clinic by sports people and every day folk is…
Had a hip or knee replacement? The surgeon said I did not need physio after the operation? Getting advice on…
Dry needling: what is it, how does it work, what can it help? Dry needling is a safe and…
Best Balance Exercises Balance training can assist anyone at any age. For seniors it can help maintain their independence preventing…
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WHAT IS THIS PAIN ON THE SIDE OF MY HIP? WHY IS HIP PAIN STOPPING ME FROM EXERCISING? …
Back pain with lifting or bending? Is your lower back becoming sore while gardening or lifting? Lower…
Exercise and cancer treatment Exercise can help you manage through your cancer treatment Every 4 minutes someone in…
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If you have a body ache or pain,such as back, neck or knee pain, what pain medication should you use?…
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) is a drug free and non-invasive form of pain relief commonly used during labour. TENS…
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Recover after the birth of your baby Swelling and bruising around the vaginal area, with or without stitches…
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Out on my morning run this morning I couldnât help to notice that all the regular running tracks are…
When returning to fitness activities its important you donât do âtoo much too soon.â If you have been resting all…
A common trend I have seen in both my playing and physio roles are those with little niggles that want…
Exercise and Sleep If you live to 79 years old, you will spend around 26 years sleeping, and 7 years…
Often when we consider our health and well-being we are trying to navigate between which exercise modality is…
Dizziness and vertigo (BPV) treatment There are many causes of dizziness and vertigo, most are medical related eg; medication side…
Do you have a gap in your abdominal muscles during or after pregnancy? Abdominal separation or rectus abdominis diastasis is…
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Tom Peters, Associate Physiotherapist from myPhysioSA Payneham, teaches how to loosen your calf muscles by using a foam roller. Tom…
Watch an experienced sports trainer demonstrate alternative taping techniques including ways to tape the thumb, wrist and fingers during a…
Follow the steps of how to tape an ankle for sport. Titled myPhysioSA Sports Physiotherapist and current Adelaide Football Club…
Follow the steps of how to tape a thumb for sport. Titled myPhysioSA Sports Physiotherapist and current Adelaide Football Club…
Follow the steps of how to tape a knee for sport. Titled myPhysioSA Sports Physiotherapist and current Adelaide Football Club…
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Ellie will teach you how to do four different massage techniques that you can use to relieve your tennis elbow…
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Sitting on a toilet is the way most people empty their bladder or bowels. But, if you are not sitting…
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Want to improve your agility and body control? These exercises have been designed to improve your trunk/core, hip and knee…
Best Foam Roller Exercises to Release Muscles my Physio SA Adelaide Myofascial release using a foam roller can be helpful…
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Do I use heat or ice when I hurt myself? The answer â it depends! Always use ice when you…
How Much Exercise is Recommended During Pregnancy? Just how much exercise you are safe to do during pregnancy can be…
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If you are planning to get into a bit of running, there are a few pitfalls to avoid.So to make…
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