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TIP TOE THROUGH THE TULIPS: WHAT IS TOE WALKING AND WHEN SHOULD WE WORRY ABOUT IT?
Toe walking is a pattern of movement where someone is unable, or avoids, walking in a heel-toe walking pattern.
SHIN SPLINTS
Have you ever experienced pain along your shins after running or increasing your activity levels? This may have been what is known as shin splints.
RETURNING TO EXERCISE & SPORT POST COVID INFECTION
Once infected with COVID-19 what is being recommended for a safe return to sport and exercise?
THE COVID OLYMPICS: TOKYO 2020
When the Tokyo Olympic Games were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic we were unsure if we would ever make it to the start line in Japan.
YOU ARE NOT YOUR SCAN
Scans report on any abnormalities and are used by physiotherapists to make informed decisions about treatment. However, pain may not be accurately reflected in a scan.
MY NEW LEFT HIP IS TWO AND A HALF WEEKS OLD
Hip replacement is a commonly performed major operation which can provide good outcomes. Here's what I've been doing 2.5 weeks after surgery.
IMPORTANCE OF SLEEP
Most people often neglect sleep as an integral element of recovery. Sleep is an important time for our body's growth, recovery and hormone regulation.
WHEN TO STRETCH
What type of stretching should I do? What is dynamic vs static stretching? Do I bother to stretch at all? Let’s stretch this out….
SOFT TISSUE INJURIES: RICE? POLICE? PEACE? OR LOVE?
If you keep it simple early, gain the right advice and apply the correct management this can be the difference between an easy and difficult recovery.
BRING ON 2021
We have been reflecting this week on what Shellharbour Physio has achieved over the last 12 months and I feel we are finishing on a high.
FIXING A FLAT! WHAT IS PLAGIOCEPHALY AND HOW CAN PHYSIO HELP?
Babies with plagiocephaly have an asymmetrical head shape and a flat spot at the back. This can lead to facial asymmetries and a protrusion of the forehead.
HOW DIABETES SCULPTED MY CAREER PATH
I’ve learned how to prescribe exercise programs for individuals suffering from diabetes, high blood pressure, cholesterol and who are overweight.
