Check out the latest news and approaches to Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology and Pilates from our team of experienced allied health professionals. Over time, we’ll be building a library of interesting reference material to help our clients become stronger and live their best lives.
The social construct of feeling "old" in your 30s and 40s has perpetuated a disempowering mindset that can hinder quality of life. It's crucial to understand that inflammation isn't solely a symptom of aging; instead, it is a sign that our bodies are out of balance. There is much you can do to help, and we can support you.
Read MoreHave you ever noticed your jaw “clicks” when you open your mouth or chew your food? Jaw “clicking” is actually quite common. For a better understanding, its worth looking at the anatomy of the jaw and the structures that can contribute.
Read MoreThe benefits of regular exercise cannot be overstated. Exercise helps to improve mood and sleep, muscle strength and bone mass, lower blood glucose levels (BGLs), improve heart health and more.
Read MoreWhen the vestibular system is not functioning effectively, this information is not conveyed efficiently to the brain, which can cause dizziness, vertigo and balance issues. Vestibular Physiotherapy can help people experiencing dizziness and vertigo.
Read MoreClinical Pilates is becoming increasingly popular amongst both recreational and elite athletes, of varying ages and different sports, to aid in the optimisation of their performance.
Read MoreIntroducing strength training under the guidance of an exercise physiologist is the best way to ensure that children and teenagers are safe doing strength exercise. Our practitioners introduce strength exercise to adolescents with a focus on teaching quality movement.
Read MoreThe last few years has brought many challenges. But with these challenges it has forced us to reflect on why we are running this business and if it was worthwhile to continue to. It forced us to reflect on what our values are and why we have Embody Movement. And today we want to share it with you…
Read MoreRecently I have become obsessed with learning more about inflammatory pain and how the effects of stress, trauma and lifestyle are create pain and injury. We cannot separate our muscle, joint and spine health from the rest of our body. Pain can be the result of systemic inflammation.
Read MoreWithout maintaining an adequate level of hydration our bodies can’t function at their best. Water is an essential component for our daily functions.
Read MoreThere are several musculoskeletal conditions of the jaw that physiotherapy can help to treat. These include disc dysfunction, hypo or hypermobility of the TMJ, capsulitis, trigeminal or facial neuralgia, arthritis, lock jaw and many more.
Read MoreDid you know that you may be able to access assistance at home, as well as allied health services such as Physiotherapy, Podiatry and exercise rehabilitation under My Aged Care?
Read MoreIt is quite common for belly birthing mothers to feel sore, weak, and fearful to move following this procedure. However, reconnecting to the area and waking up the tissue are two of the most important things to do following caesarean delivery.
Read MoreThe psoas muscle is a deep muscle within the abdominal area which works to flex the hip joint and stabilise the lumbar spine. It is also known as the muscle that can hold emotional stress. If your hips feel tight through the front, it might be your psoas muscle which needs to be lengthened and released.
Read MoreAlthough technology is here to stay and is helping so many businesses thrive, creating a greater reach to people that could never be done before, it is taking a toll on our minds and bodies. We need to become more active and conscious with taking breaks through the day for stretching and breathing.
Read MoreOsteoarthritis is an extremely common condition, affecting millions of people worldwide. Common misconceptions as to the cause of Osteoarthritis include that joint cartilage can be worn down by too much activity such as running or sport, or that loss of cartilage causes bone rubbing on bone.
Read MoreThe start of a new year can be a reset button for many people wanting to create change or improvements to optimise their health and wellbeing.
To make change or improve aspects of your life generally requires new habits to be formed. Changing the way we think, react or behave in order to achieve the desired outcome.
Read MoreHave you ever experienced an injury or pain but couldn’t pinpoint what had caused it? As Physiotherapists who value looking at the whole picture with our clients, we endeavour to investigate the factors that lead to ongoing pain, when the cause is not obvious.
Read MoreAfter the whirlwind of birth and the first few weeks of newborn care, it is critical to have the space to acknowledge and understand how this process has affected you personally to enable optimal recovery postpartum and a safe return to activity and life with a new baby.
Read MoreA coach can help you to identify your goals and provide the clear steps to help you achieve it. A health coach is experienced in the health scope identifying lifestyle behaviours that you would like to change to improve your health and wellbeing and can make the overwhelming task totally achievable.
Read MoreWhat about the “The Gap”? Is always a commonly asked question during pregnancy and in the post-natal period.
I thought it would be good to look at what is normal and what is involved in assessment and treatment.
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