Blogs
May 2018 - We know that ACL ruptures occur in approximately 3% of recreational athletes and 15% of professional athletes. Female athletes, however, are 2-10 times more likely to sustain an ACL injury than their male counterparts.
Tips & Research
May 2018 -Pilates is a great form of exercise for mums-to-be and new mums. The importance of exercise during and post pregnancy cannot be understated. It is known that exercise during pregnancy can decrease the risk of certain conditions that can occur during pregnancy such as gestational diabetes. After having your bub there is no rush in getting back into exercise.
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May 2018 - We are well and truly into the cold weather and with this means the start of cross country and longer distance running events. Whilst a lot of the major running events like the Melbourne Marathon are towards the end of the year, preparation starts a long time before then. So here are some common distance running mistakes and how to avoid them.
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May 2018 - With footy season in full swing, how is your body currently holding up against the constant stresses week in and week out? From the professional AFL player to your simple weekend warrior, it is important to be mindful of injury prevention and the importance of good recovery. One of the best ways to keep on top of this is with deep-tissue massage.
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May 2018 - Are you eligible for Medicare Rebates for Physiotherapy? Yes, you can get Medicare rebates for physiotherapy, though there are some points of clarification prior to starting.
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June 2018 - Back injuries are common & most of the population experience back pain or injury at some point in their lives. Injury can occur to any of the spinal structures & the type may not always be reflected by the severity of pain experienced. What are the types of back injuries & how can you manage pain?
Conditions
Aug 2018 - At Melbourne Sports Physiotherapy we offer many different types of massage. Two commonly requested modalities are Deep Tissue and Relaxation Massage. With so many different treatment options, it is sometimes hard to differentiate between, and decide which option is best for you. Sometimes you just want to relax and unwind after a stressful week at work, and other times you require more targeted treatment in particularly troublesome areas.
Tips & Research
Sept 2018 - Ankle sprains are an extremely common sporting injury. Ankle sprains can also be sustained during non-sporting activities such as tripping over a curb or uneven surfaces. Unfortunately, once you have sustained one ankle sprain, there is a very high risk of re-injury. This risk increased with each subsequent injury to the area. Fortunately, however, physiotherapy management of ankle sprains is very effective and can significantly reduce the risk of re-injury. Therefore, it is extremely important to see a physiotherapist after sustaining an ankle injury to complete a comprehensive rehabilitation program in order to return to playing sport or completing daily activities with minimal risk or a recurrent injury.
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Sept 2018 - Whether you’re a mat monster who competes regularly or hobbyist training for fun there’s no doubt that Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) puts a lot of strain on your body. Soft tissue therapy carried out by some one who understands the specific demands that bjj places on your body can be an invaluable part of your recovery. Certain areas or postures can be put under increased demand depending on your style of game, there are also other areas that will commonly experience high load/usage across the majority of practitioners. Along with the load considerations, there are the inevitable (hopefully minor!) injuries from a quickly applied arm bar, or from attempting to fight your way out of a guillotine which can lead to pain or stiffness.
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Sept 2018 - The Melbourne Marathon is only two weeks away! Hopefully you’ve prepared yourself well and are primed and ready to go. Here are three ways you can use massage therapy to make the most of your marathon experience.
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Oct 2018 - The shoulder joint is the most mobile joint in the human body, allowing for a large range of movement. One of the reasons for this mobility is the anatomy of the shoulder joint – a ball (humeral head) joining with a shallow socket (glenoid). While this structure allows for the great degree of shoulder movement we get, it also makes the shoulder an inherently unstable joint meaning that the risk of shoulder dislocation is relatively high in comparison to other joints.
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Nov 2018 - Shin splints is the common name for a condition known as Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS). This is the umbrella term used to describe pain felt in the inner (medial) part of the shin bone (tibia) that is often felt during exercise involving impact loading, for example running and jumping sports such as basketball. Pain in the medial shin can be a sign of training error, resulting in overload of the tibia from overuse (such as training for a marathon) or from a sudden increase in load after a period of rest (such as returning to training post injury/illness/holiday.
Conditions
Nov 2018 - With the Summer months comes great weather and the return of cricket season. While training and weekend matches are at the forefront of our minds, it is just as important, if not more so to be mindful of our recovery.
Tips & Research
Nov 2018 - Clinical Pilates is a method of exercise used for rehabilitation after injury or surgery. Some of the benefits of Clinical Pilates include improvements in: posture, flexibility, muscle strength, control, balance and core and pelvic floor strengthening.
Clinic News
Dec 2018 - You’re definitely are not 24 anymore. You’ve had 2 kids and after your last pregnancy your body hasn’t been the same. You’re back at work 4-5 days/week and your weekends are spent racing kids around to different sporting events and birthday parties. You’re lucky if you get in your 3 exercise sessions each week. Weeknights are full of kid’s homework, dinner and maybe sitting down for an hour to watch your favourite TV show, if you’re lucky!
Sports
Dec 2018 - Sciatica is the term given to describe symptoms caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is formed from spinal nerves exiting the lower back and runs through the buttock and down the back of both legs. Any pain or symptom experienced along this nerve is referred to as ‘sciatica’.
Tips & Research
Dec 2018 - The sun is shining. You may want to get into better shape, but don’t want to injure yourself like last time you went on a fitness spree. Here are tips to help.
Conditions
Dec 2018 - At Melbourne Sports Physiotherapy we see many people who suffer with knee osteoarthritis. It can be extremely disabling and painful, frustrating and tiring! If you tried everything and reached the point where you have had enough and decided on a knee replacement as the next step, then keep on reading.
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July 2018 - Effective treatment for any knee condition is based on accurate diagnosis. Physiotherapists are experts in musculoskeletal diagnosis and will help determine the cause of your knee pain. Once the cause of your knee pain is determined this will help to guide your treatment.
Conditions
Feb 2019 - Hamstring strain injuries continue to be one of the most prevalent injuries seen in athletes involved in sports requiring high speed running/chasing/change or direction. They can also happen traumatically, for example slipping and falling into a “splits” position. Hamstring strains have a very high risk of re-injury, with research showing that up to one third of hamstring strain injuries will recur within the first 4 weeks of returning back to sport.
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May 2019 -Most runners think that to improve their running, they just need to run more. While this is a good start, you need to ensure that your body is strong enough to handle the load you are putting it under. Upon assessment most people with running injuries have muscle weakness or imbalances that are contributing to extra stress being placed on the muscles, tendons and joints.
Sports
May 2019 -There is no denying it: Runners love to run. Whether it’s the sense of freedom and happiness that a solo run though nature gives you, the burn in your muscles after pushing yourself extra hard in today’s session or the sense of achievement from ticking off that next milestone or goal.
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May 2019 - Humans are designed to run but we all have our own running styles, some prettier than others! There are lots of people who preach different styles of running, whilst some have increased efficiency, there is no perfect technique that has been proven to prevent injury. Not everyone needs to run smoothly and beautifully like Olympic Gold Medalists (and some olympic gold medalists don’t run very smoothly!). However some movement patterns may be placing extra stress on particular muscles, tendons and joints. Small adjustments can off load theses areas allowing you to run pain free and more efficiently.
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May 2019 - Iliotibial Band (ITB) Friction Syndrome is a common complaint amongst runners and people who play running based sports.The pain is usually felt on the outside of the knee and in a broad area as pictured. The pain will get worse with more activity and is often worse after/the next day
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