Physio Aides
Running Injuries: 5 Proven Steps to Fixing Your ITB
The outside of my knee hurts when I run – what is it? With the outside air warming up, more people are seen taking advantage of the great outdoor running conditions that Canberra provides. I took advantage of these wonderful conditions last year, found the running really enjoyable, got out more and more, and increased my…
Read MoreContinuing Professional Development: How Kinesio Tape Works
Recently, I attended a two day level 1 and 2 course on Kinesio Taping at the Canberra Institute of Technology in Bruce. I have met the course presenter, Tuay (Twee) Bridges, twice before. As usual I was wowed by her insight, knowledge and experience of all things anatomical, assessment wise and her high level of clinical…
Read MoreGreat Last Minute Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is coming up quick and if you haven’t found the perfect gift as yet, then Sport & Spinal Physiotherapy have a few unique gift ideas for you to consider. 1. Massage Gift Certificates Everyone loves a relaxing massage and the health benefits are numerous. However, we tend to put off doing those things…
Read MoreThe Thoracic Wedge: Easiest Way to Improve Your Posture and Flexibility
Poor posture and a stiff back is one of the most common complaints we treat at Sport and Spinal Physiotherapy. With the modern lifestyle and workplace involving a lot of sitting and not a lot of moving, it is becoming apparent that we as a population are not doing the best job at looking after…
Read MoreParents – What You Need to Know About Scoliosis
Scoliosis is commonly known as a curvature of the spine. Scoliosis is not seen as a diagnostic term but more as a description of a sideways curvature accompanied by a vertebral twist. Scoliosis is rarely found as a significantly debilitating condition. The curve of the spine in healthy individuals is meant to be vertical or…
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