TMJ Dysfunction

The Temporo-Mandibular Joint (TMJ) allows movement of jaw in relation to the skull. A number of muscles attached to the skull and jawbone cause the jawbone to move as the mouth is opened and closed. The joint contains cartilage disc lubricated by fluid to ensure movement is smooth and frictionless. TMJ dysfunction is a very […]

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5 Physio Tips for Healthy Eating

5 Physio Tips for Healthy Eating Your dietary intake and eating habits have the most influential means of determining how you feel and perform on a daily basis. By following some basic dietary principles, not only can you feel and function better, but you can also significantly increase your ability to fight and resist disease! […]

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Nothing Like a Good Night’s Sleep!

Sleep is an investment in your health and wellbeing. Yet, we all try to cram so much into our days, that we end up stealing our precious sleep time, to our inevitable detriment! Then, we are so wired when we finally get to bed, that we can’t sleep! But, as sleep is a prized goal […]

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Do you suffer from aching or sore feet?

  Having aching/sore arches of your feet is very common, most jobs require us to be standing on our feet for long period of time or for some women have to wear uncomfortable heals in the office. There are many ways you can help ease these aches and pains. A simple way you can reduce […]

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Netball Injuries

Netball is a game of fast movements, including jumping, throwing and rapid changes of direction. Injuries involving the knee and foot are a common consequence. While fitness helps, good jumping and landing techniques, a thorough warm-up before the game, and cool-down after the game will help prevent injury. Should you become injured, it is important […]

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A Pain in the Back!

Lower back pain is a widespread problem.  7 to 9 out of every 10 Australians will suffer from it at some time in their lives. In fact, 3.7 million Australians currently have back problems, according to The Australian Bureau of Statistics National Health Survey of 2014-15. Luckily, the problem is rarely serious, but can still […]

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Flexible Flat Feet in Children

Throughout childhood, the posture and alignment of children’s joints change as they mature to into adults. When children are born, their ligaments are loose and flexible to allow for ease during birth. As they grow, these ligaments usually tighten over time to provide increased support for their joints. One common observation that many parents notice […]

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How to choose the right pillow for you?

How to choose the right pillow for you? If you’re lucky you’ll find the right pillow on your first try, but generally it can take a bit of trial and error before you get it right. Here are a few hints to help you choose the right pillow so you can avoid any unnecessary Physiotherapy appointments! 1. […]

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