The research articles I have read talk about different factors with ageing, including the increase of sedentary behaviours. I ask this question when I teach in school: “Who knows a person over 50 that is fitter and stronger than a person in their 20’s or 30’s?” Almost everyone knows a person. So, if that is […]
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To unpack all of this in one blog post is pretty tough, but I am going to give it a red-hot effort. Some of this is based on my experience coaching, some based on research, and some is based on what I like to refer as common sense, that comes from both research and experience.
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ACL injuries are common in young populations playing in multi-directional sports (think netball, touch football, AFL, soccer etc.) Often it is common to feel angry, upset and uncertain about future sporting endeavours with this injury, as it is associated with a significant amount of rehabilitation post surgery. While timelines can vary pending other obstacles such
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Concussion signs observed Concussion symptoms reported
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Dementia is the second leading cause of death of Australians and is the leading cause of death among Australian females. Over the age of 65, Dementia affects almost 1 in 10 people, and over the age of 85, it affects 3 in 10 people. It is described as an array of symptoms caused by disorders
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Written by: Tracey Guy – Physiotherapist
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Growing up in an active lifestyle is well known for its health benefits but less is known about its potential risks. As kids age certain structures throughout the body can become stressed, weak and dysfunctional ultimately resulting in injury – commonly written off as ‘growing pains’. These injuries can then result in long periods of
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What are the signs and symptoms of poor gut health? Do you experience digestive issues, constipation, irregular bowel movements, bloating and gas? How about skin problems, joint pain or even lack of mental clarity? All are signs & symptoms of disruption in the digestive system. Disease is said to begin and end in the gut.
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A few examples for you:If our upper back is rounded and lacks extension movement this alters the position of our shoulder joints and limits our ability to elevate or raise our arm through full range of movement. Altered position of our head and neck, often seen as a forward head posture or chin poked forward,
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Alberta Infant Motor Scale The Alberta Infant Motor Scale or AIMS is a standardised examination tool used by paediatric physiotherapists to assess infants. The test covers infants from birth up to 18 months of age and assesses their gross motor development. Who is the AIMS used on? The AIMS is an appropriate test for any
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