sitting all day

How much sitting time each day is too much?

All about the Active Couch Potato     The term “active couch potato” may sound a little contradictory, but it is possible to be active and a couch potato at the same time! So if you are physically active, you could still be considered sedentary, putting you at risk of developing health problems. So what…

pelvic floor

Busting 10 myths about pelvic floor exercises

1. You can learn how to do pelvic floor exercises from the internet or by reading a brochure Research shows that 50% of women perform pelvic floor muscle exercises incorrectly with only verbal instructions. Clinically we also see that women can perform pelvic floor exercises much more effectively with the right guidance from a pelvic…

an update on exercise in pregnancy

An Update on Exercise in Pregnancy

An Update on Exercise in Pregnancy In 2020, the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) reviewed and updated their recommendations for Exercise in Pregnancy. During the summer months and as we head into the new year many of us are thinking about making positive lifestyle changes around increasing physical activity…

Are you currently breastfeeding Tips to prevent mastitis Postnatal Physio Adelaide

Tips to prevent mastitis

Are you currently breastfeeding? Keep yourself feeling well with these tips to prevent mastitis from a postnatal physio. What is mastitis? Breasts are composed of three main structures; lobes, ducts and fatty/fibrous tissue. The lobes are comprised of an intricately connected network of lobules that produce your breast milk. Your breast milk is carried from…

How hydrotherapy can help rehabilitation from surgery

How can hydrotherapy classes assist your pre and post rehabilitation from surgery?     Hydrotherapy is a form of exercise rehabilitation that takes place in a warm pool, led by an experienced Physiotherapist. The pool is shallower allowing you to stand in water either waist or chest height to perform your own tailored exercises. It…

ode to the weekend sports warrior

Ode to the Weekend Warriors Sports Injury

Ode to the Weekend Warriors Sports Injury The working week is hard and your last priority is exercise when you get home. But as a weekend warrior you are committed to do your vigorous 75 minutes of recommended exercise a week.  But condensed – you are the definition of efficiency!  But beware, watch out for…