OBTAINING a second opinion reflects a patient’s desire to obtain the best medical treatment. The initial diagnosis and management plan can vary between health professional based upon education, past cases, and expertise. This is evident between the high discrepancies between the initial diagnosis and management plan, compared to the second...
The Continence Foundation of Australia defines urinary incontinence as a very common condition that can range from the occasional leakage of urine when you laugh, cough, sneeze, or exercise, to the complete inability to control your bladder. According to the Journal of Mid-Life Health, urinary incontinence occurs twice as often...
Do you sometimes feel a twinge in your shoulder? Maybe just a niggling pain? Or do you get an odd crackling sensation every now and again? (It’s called crepitus, which we think sounds just like it feels.) The shoulder can be a pretty unstable joint – not surprising given that...
“Oh my God Becky, look at her butt…” 90s music has a lot to answer for, but today we’re embracing Sir Mix-A-Lot (with apologies to anyone too young or too old to know what we’re on about) and singing about butts. Since we’re physiotherapists perhaps we should rephrase that and...
The hip flexors are a group of muscles that play an important role in the movement and stability of the hip joint. The primary hip flexors are the psoas major (pronounced ‘sow-ass’) and the iliacus (known collectively as the ‘iliopsoas’) and the rectus femoris (one of the quad muscles). Together...
Have you heard about Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo or BPPV? Anyone who has experienced its awful symptoms of rocking and swaying and other strange movements of the earth around you will know all about it. It sounds scary, doesn’t it? The good news is ‘benign’ is about as good as...
We all know the dangers of a sedentary lifestyle. And many of us have taken note and even acted, cramming gym sessions and home workouts into our busy lives. These intentional exercise sessions are vital for your health. As physiotherapists, we advise you to keep doing them! But what if...
Perhaps your third and fourth toes are going a little numb, particularly when you’re wearing tight shoes. Maybe you’ve started experiencing little tingles and shocks when doing burpees or ballroom dancing (or anytime the ball of your foot is bearing your weight). Or perhaps things have progressed, and it feels...
Happy New Year! We hope you’ve had a wonderful festive period and are excited for the New Year. If you’re anything like us, those few days (or maybe more) away from work were a bit of a circuit breaker; the time off gave us a chance to think not just...
Have you felt a weird numbness or tingling in one hand when you wake? The first couple of times you woke up like this you probably assumed that you’d somehow slept on it and ignored the pins and needles. But then it kept happening. Then it started affecting your dexterity....
Christmas is coming. Hooray! And with it often comes too much food and drink leaving many of us feeling stuffed, sluggish, and soooooooooo not looking forward to dieting in January. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Many traditional Christmas foods like turkey and salmon, seasonal roast vegetables, cherries,...
You’ve probably visited the physiotherapist after injuries and been referred before or after surgeries for rehabilitation. But as we age, perhaps we should consider going to the physiotherapist as more of a routine health check. You go to the dentist even when there’s nothing wrong. Why? Because you know that...
Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, is a condition affecting the shoulder joint causing restricted and painful movements. This occurs due to the tightening of the encapsulating connective tissue and the development of scar tissue within the joint. The exact cause is unknown, however, there are many contributing factors. The Journal...
Ten News reporter Breanna Inferrera provides an inspirational report on how Robert Vander Kraats’ determination and positive attitude allow him to not let stroke damage hold him back, both personally and professionally. After suffering a catastrophic stroke in 2015, Robert endured a long and gruelling recovery, but has never given...
A healthy, balanced diet is key to your well-being. Read on to dive into the many benefits of eating healthy. What does a healthy, balanced diet look like? First things first: what does a healthy diet look like? There is a plethora of information online about healthy eating and it...
Did you know that 4 out of 5 people will suffer from lower back pain during their lives? It is a common reason that our patients come to the clinic for physiotherapy treatment. As physios, we want to help to manage your symptoms and improve your quality of life. Read...
The knee joint is the largest joint in the body and is made up of 3 bones and the knee cap. The joint plays a fundamental role in mobility, carrying a person’s weight and absorbs the forces caused from walking, running and jumping. As such, it is not surprising that...
Are you curious about trying yoga but not sure what it involves? Read on to learn about how it could benefit your life along with physiotherapy. What is yoga? Yoga is a mind and body practice that involves moving into physical poses while combining concentration and deep breathing. It...
If you’ve injured your ribs while playing a sport like rugby or football before, you’ll know that it can be both uncomfortable and unpleasant! It’s important to seek proper care to reduce your risk of complications. Read on to find out how physiotherapy could help with your recovery. Anatomy of...
Collagen is a major component of the human body. About 30% of our total body protein is collagen and is crucial for mobile joints, dense bones, healthy muscles and strong tendons and ligaments. Optimal collagen levels in the body are essential for smooth skin, strong finger nails and glossy hair....
There are many myths and misconceptions about physiotherapy that can prevent people from seeking treatment to enhance their lives. So, let’s bust some of the common physio myths! Myth: Physiotherapy only helps your muscles People think that physiotherapy only helps with your muscles. It’s true that physio treatment can...
There is no doubt that dislocating a joint is a painful experience. Whether from a nasty fall, a car accident, or during a game of rugby, the shoulder is easy to dislocate, as it is a very mobile joint. Recovery can take months and after you have done it once,...
In June 2022, Holly Lane interviewed Greenwood Physiotherapist, Robert Vander Kraats for ABC Radio Perth as part of an inspiration article on doctors and health professionals overcoming physical limitations to successfully continue their careers. “Physiotherapist Robert Vander Kraats returned to work two years ago after suffering a stroke during 2015.”...
Exercise is important for your overall health and mental wellbeing. If you’re looking for inspiration, or simply want to learn more about different types of exercise and the benefits they have, read on! What are the different types of exercise? Here we break down three different types of exercise...
Today’s injury blog is about shin splints, or ‘medial tibial stress syndrome’. Shin splints are a common injury amongst new runners. So, if you’ve recently commenced or ramped up a running program, read on to learn how to identify, treat, and manage shin splints. What are shin splints? Are...
In this blog, we’re bringing you the answers to questions we’re frequently asked as physiotherapists. Read on to find what we do and how we can help you and your family. What is physiotherapy? Physiotherapy is the use of physical techniques to improve movement, restore function, reduce pain and...
Have you experienced numbness or weakness in the arm and hands that seem to run from your upper chest all the way down your arm? If you also have trouble lifting objects over your head, thoracic outlet syndrome could be to blame! Today’s blog explains thoracic outlet syndrome, the signs...
Pilates, a mind-body exercise, was developed by German physical trainer Joseph Pilates in the early 1920s, focused specifically on control when undertaking a movement or exercise. Sport Australia recently found from the age of 15, there are over 584,500 people participating in Pilates every year in Australia. It is very...
Have you ever wondered why your physiotherapist is making you all colourful with stretchy tape during your appointment? Read on for some answers! What is kinesiology tape? As physiotherapists, we use a range of treatment methods to help increase your mobility as you recover from an injury, including therapeutic...
If you’ve ever dropped something heavy on your foot, it will not be a surprise to learn that each foot contains more than 7000 nerve endings. No wonder they are sensitive to pain. Ouch! Your feet have an important function: they support your body weight, provide shock absorption when you...