The End of Summer
With the end of February comes the end of Summer, and with it the end of the Summer sporting season. Now is the time to get all your niggles and nagging pains checked out in the brief period of transition before the winter sports begin! Book an appointment with one of our Physiotherapists today.
Shake those hips
Hip flexibility, or lack thereof, is a massive determinant of both injury-based and performance-based outcomes in athletes. A stiff hip in one or more directions or planes of movement means muscles around the hip or elsewhere in the lower limb need to fight harder and against resistance to perform a desired movement or technique, increasing […]
The Heat is on
The mercury has hit 42 degrees the last 2 days in Perth and it’s forecast to stay that way for the rest of the week. While out exercising make sure you drink enough water and cover your skin from the sun, or better yet, head to the beach or pool for your daily workout and […]
Functional Exercise- Squats
Squats are the foundation for any good workout routine, engaging the major muscle groups of gluteals, quadriceps, abdominals and back. These muscle groups are some of the biggest and most important in your body, and having strength and endurance through them is paramount for optimal athletic performance and for the prevention of injury. As with […]
Shoulder Pain- Impingement
One of the most common causes of shoulder pain is what’s known as shoulder impingment, and is common in athletes who participate in upper body sports, people who work overhead, and in older people. Impingement occurs when structures in the shoulder joint are pinched while moving your arm, often because of a muscle imbalance around the shoulder blade […]
Serious about Cycling?
Serious about cycling ? Correctly fitted bike shoes and cleats can seriously improve your biomechanics, efficiency and power!! Our Physiotherapists and Podiatrists can also improve your biomechanics and muscle function to optimise your performance. Give us a call to find out more! Cycling around our beautiful city is an excellent way to deload your lower limb […]
Patellofemoral Knee Pain
Do you suffer from patellofemoral (kneecap) pain from running or going up and down stairs? Often caused by flat feet , tight lateral thigh structures or weak gluts. Our dedicated team of professionals are experts in the treatment of this condition. Contact us now to discuss treatment.
K- Tape, How to use it to treat Achilles Tendonitis
Suffering from persistent Achilles Tendonitis? Have you tried taping with the popular kinesiology tape? Take a look at the video below! For futher information and demonstrations on how to apply the tape ask one of our friendly Physiotherapists!