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Pains, drains and automobiles

Pains, drains and automobiles Commuting long distances is a common occurrence in this spread-out country that we live in. Not only is this draining on our minds and bodies, but it is also commonly associated with pain in the back, neck and shoulders, particularly for those who regularly spend long hours in the driver’s seat. While newer cars often have more adjustable driver’s seats, they still tend to lack adequate lumbar support – encouraging poor posture as your supporting muscles…

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Do you need gait analysis?

Do you need gait analysis? Have you suffered from an injury, illness or deformity that may have affected your posture and/or the way that your body moves? Do you feel like walking or running is or has become more difficult than it should be? Then you may want to consider having a gait analysis. Gait analysis involves just that, the analysis of how you walk or run through observation and assessment. If you have poor technique in relation walking or…

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Do your feet suffer after running?

Do your feet suffer after running? Your feet are complicated structures, composed of bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments and nerves that are “designed” to work together as a team. However, if one team member stumbles, it can impede the functioning of the rest of the foot. With time it will also end up affecting other areas of the body as adjustments are made to keep you moving forward.   There are various areas of the foot where you may experience pain…

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Repetitive ankle sprain and chronic ankle instability

Repetitive ankle sprain and chronic ankle instability Do you find that your ankles constantly give way, falling outwards, or maybe you have trouble balancing when walking on uneven surfaces? Repeated spraining of your ankle causes the connective tissues or ligaments to stretch or tear, leaving the ankle in a long-term (chronically) unstable state. This instability leaves your ankles prone to giving way, generally whilst walking or during other activities, and may also happen when simply standing. Other common experiences of…

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Business Awards Finalist Certificate

We are very excited to announce that Hoppers Physio has been selected as a Finalist for the 2018 Wyndham Business Awards Professional Services Medium section. Pictures of our Practice Manager Kathy, being presented with the Finalist Certificate by the Mayor Councillor Peter Maynard and other business awards finalists of that section. >The Award night is on Friday 24th August 2018.    

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Patellofemoral pain

Patellofemoral pain  is one of the most common knee complaints of both the young active sportsperson and the elderly. Below is some great to help you better understand what you pain is all about. Relevant Anatomy The patello-femoral joint is comprised of two bones; the patella (kneecap) and the femur (thigh bone). When the knee is bent, the patella sits in position at the distal femur within the trochlea groove (or femoral trochlea). As the knee is straightened, the trochlea…

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PART TIME – CASUAL POSITION – RECEPTIONIST – PHYSIOTHERAPY PRACTICE

                        NOW HIRING! Our busy Physiotherapy practice in Hoppers Crossing requires an experienced Receptionist who can work in a team environment but also independently. Our ideal candidate should possess excellent customer service and communication skills, be able to manage and multitask telephone calls in a professional manner whilst scheduling of appointments, providing information to patients and processing payments. Good tying skills and use of a dictation machine are also…

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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 common problem affecting up to 33% of individuals within their lifetime. TMJ symptoms may occur on one or both sides of the jaw. Why does…

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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! 1. Drink plenty of water. It’s recommended to drink 8 glasses a day and more if you’re doing physical activity or in the hot weather.…

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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 for optimal mental and physical health, what should we do? Here are some useful pointers: 1. Reduce the temperature in your bedroom to between 18C…

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