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Physios don’t base progress on how wonderful or scary a scan looks. A scan showing a spinal disc herniation can exist without symptoms, the same way a scan showing a healed fracture can still produce pain. Two main reasons are: Pain sensitivity and Reduced physical capacity. Pain sensitivity Sometimes, the body can experience central sensitisation,… Continue reading Why does my injury still hurt even though the scan says it’s healed?

Achilles tendinopathies occur due to excessive chronic stress upon the tendon. When the tendon adapts poorly to load, it’s structure begins to change, causing pain and inflammation.   The Achilles tendon is the biggest and strongest tendon in the body. It has the capacity to resist large forces, and takes on 6-8x our bodyweight in forces… Continue reading Why does my Achilles tendinopathy keep coming back?

Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise because it supports cardiovascular health, endurance, and overall fitness. Whether someone runs recreationally, trains for marathons, or participates in competitive sports, running places repeated stress on muscles, joints, and connective tissues. Without proper recovery, technique, and conditioning, these repetitive movements can increase the risk of… Continue reading Common Running Injuries Physiotherapists Treat in Sydney

Sydney is a city built for movement. From morning runs along the Harbour foreshore to lunchtime gym sessions in the CBD, Sydneysiders are among the most physically active urban populations in the country. But staying active isn’t always straightforward; injuries happen, pain creeps in, and life gets in the way. The question isn’t whether you’ll… Continue reading How Physiotherapy Supports an Active Lifestyle

Bringing a new life into the world changes everything about a woman’s body, often far beyond the nine months it took to grow. The abdominal wall stretches, the pelvic floor carries months of extra load, and posture shifts to accommodate a growing baby and, later, the demands of feeding and carrying a newborn. For many… Continue reading Rebuilding from the Core: Why Physiotherapists Recommend the Reformer for Postpartum Recovery

What is it? CCPS is characterised by pain experienced in the lower abdomen, pelvis, perineum, testes, penis, anus or groin area for longer than 6 months. It occurs in approximately 1 in 12 Australian men, although this statistic is likely higher, with men underreporting symptoms or the diagnosis is missed as it is not directly… Continue reading Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome (CCPS)

Premature ejaculation is the phenomenon of the inability to control or delay ejaculation, which results in dissatisfaction or distress for that man and/or his partner. It is the most common sexual dysfunction reported in men, with the prevalence rate reported as 75%. The literature states that the time determined for premature ejaculation is typically lasting less… Continue reading Premature Ejaculation

The wrist is a very small and overlooked part of the body. However, there are so many structures packed into such a small space that the wrist joint becomes very complex. The wrist and hand are made up of 27 bones, 27 joints, 34 muscles and over 100 ligaments and tendons. Since movements at the… Continue reading Carpal tunnel syndrome – why your desk job is a pain (literally)

Most of us will know that doing some form of strength training is a good idea; there are many resources that offer recommendations on which exercises to do, but what is tricky is how much, how often and when to do it. Let’s start with “how much?” The volume or amount of training you do… Continue reading How much strength work do I really need to reduce my injury risk?

If you frequently row on the rowing machine at the gym or on the water, you are probably used to some aches and pains; these are usually harmless and go away quickly after a session. There are some aches and pains that can progress into an injury; some of these injuries can be serious and… Continue reading Rib And Back Pain in Rowers: Injuries You Can’t Afford To Miss

“Pilates is the fastest-growing exercise genre in Australia and New Zealand, experiencing 250% growth in the 12 months to September 2022” – Forbes 2022 Pilates has been around since the 1900s, and its popularity recently skyrocketed during and following the COVID-19 pandemic. With more fans comes more sceptics. And as interpretations of this century-old form… Continue reading Pilates: more than just a trend

Peptides have gained attention in fitness and health for their purported benefits, including faster recovery, enhanced tissue repair, and amplified training adaptations. As a physiotherapist committed to evidence-based care, I emphasise the importance of distinguishing biological plausibility from marketing and clinical evidence. Here’s what current research reveals. What Are Peptides? Peptides are short chains of… Continue reading Peptides in Rehabilitation: A Physiotherapist’s Evidence-based Perspective

As a physiotherapist, I’ve noticed a few moments when patients’ faces light up with panic. One of those moments is when I ask, “Would you like to try some dry needling today?” Immediately, I get: “Is it like acupuncture?” “Is it going to hurt?” “Do we have to?” Let’s explore what dry needling is all… Continue reading Dry needling: I’ll poke you, and you’ll thank me later!

As a physiotherapist, one of the most common things I hear is: “I’ve been doing the exercises… but nothing’s changing.” The issue usually isn’t effort — it’s progression. Whether you’re recovering from injury, building strength, or trying to future-proof your body, the principle that drives results is progressive overload. Let’s dive deeper. What Is Progressive… Continue reading Progressive Overload: Why you’re not getting stronger

As a physiotherapist, I often hear people say they’re too busy to exercise. Well, NO MORE EXCUSES Resistance training twice a week can yield excellent results in just 45 minutes. It’s suitable for almost everyone, regardless of age. SCIENCE Resistance training involves exercising muscles against a load, challenging them to adapt and grow stronger. The… Continue reading Resistance training 2/week is more than enough – a Physiotherapist’s perspective