
Keith recently attended the Sporting Hamstring course conducted by Geelong Cats head physio Mark Young and AIS track and field physio Ben Raysmith and provides insight into how...
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What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a medical condition diagnosed in individuals with low bone mineral density. The current definition is those with bone mineral density that is greater...
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Debunking Myths About Remedial Massage: How It Supports Pain Relief and Recovery Remedial massage is a powerful tool in managing pain, improving movement, and supporting recovery from...
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One of the most influential recent developments in sports medicine’s understanding of human physiology has been grasping the effect that load has on tissue. When I speak of...
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Osteoarthritis is the breakdown and erosion of cartilage that overlies bone within a joint. This process results in inflammation within the joint, and is often felt as pain...
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If you’ve suffered a soft injury in the past – even a garden variety strain or sprain – chances are you’ve been advised to use the RICE method...
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How Pre and Post-Operative Physiotherapy Prepares Your Body for Surgery Introduction Undergoing surgery is a significant event, and ensuring your body is well-prepared can make a remarkable difference...
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Pain on the side of your hip? It could be due to trochanteric bursitis. This is the inflammation or swelling of the bursa (fluid-filled sack) that sits in...
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What is it? The fascia is a tough, fibrous connective tissue that supports the arch of the foot and transmits forces. It’s intricately attached to the heel, toes,...
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A pain in ones foot can start off as a small discomfort but after a day of walking, jogging, or even standing in high heels, a small issue...
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Discover everything you need to know about physiotherapy, what physiotherapists do, how they help, and when you should seek advice from a physio. Our warm and friendly team...
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As cycling is a very repetitive sport, any injuries that occur tend to be related to overuse and can usually be attributed to inadequate bike setup, training volume...
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Total knee replacement (TKR) ranks among the most commonly performed orthopaedic surgeries, with over 50,000 procedures annually in Australia. This figure is projected to rise substantially in the...
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Relieve TMJ pain with expert physiotherapy at Malvern Physiotherapy If you’ve ever experienced pain, clicking, or difficulty moving your jaw, known as the temporomandibular joint or TMJ, you...
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Everybody will have experienced a time when they have an important event coming up, and the last thing they could possibly want is an injury. So, how can...
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The Essential Role of a Specialist Physiotherapist in Your Rehabilitation When recovering from an injury or managing a complex musculoskeletal condition, expert care can make all the difference....
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One of the most common misconceptions when working with a physio is that your treatment is limited to your appointment. In fact, one of the most crucial elements...
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Comparing Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy: Which One Do You Need? When seeking physiotherapy, it can be helpful to understand the different areas of expertise within the profession. While...
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Why Clinical Pilates is Perfect for Every Body Clinical Pilates is a fantastic option for exercise based rehab, as it offers a tailored, evidence-based method to help individuals...
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One of the most common questions we get as a diagnosing practitioner is “Do I need a MRI, I’ve been told I should get a scan?”. There is...
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Osgood-Schlatter Disease Osgood-Schlatter Disease is a common condition that affects the knees, primarily in adolescents, particularly during growth spurts. It is characterised by pain, swelling and tenderness just...
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Shoulder Pain Malvern: How Physiotherapy Can Help You Recover Shoulder pain can significantly impact your daily activities, from simple tasks like reaching overhead to more complex movements involved...
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Understanding Inflammation: What It Is and How Physiotherapy Can Help Inflammation is a natural response in the body, playing a crucial role in healing and recovery. However, when...
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You may have heard about Pilates from a friend or even had a recommendation from your doctor. Pilates has gained immense popularity over the years. It offers a...
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Managing Common Health Concerns with Physiotherapy Physiotherapy is an essential part of allied health care, offering a hands-on and evidence-based approach to managing a wide range of health...
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What is an ankle sprain? An ankle sprain means damage or tearing to ligament fibres. The most common ankle sprains involve tearing one or several of the ligaments...
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Bursitis is commonly diagnosed as the cause of pain in many areas of the body; you may have heard of it when people discuss their shoulder or hip....
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What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a medical condition diagnosed in individuals with low bone mineral density. The current definition is those with bone mineral density that is greater...
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What is a muscle imbalance? To properly understand what muscle imbalance means, it is essential to understand the fine balance in which our bodies operate. Different types of...
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Dry needling is a form of therapy adapted from the traditional Chinese Medicine method of acupuncture. Dry needling is where very thin stainless steel needles are inserted into...
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Bursitis is commonly diagnosed as the cause of pain in many areas of the body; you may have heard of it when people discuss their shoulder or hip....
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You may have heard about Pilates from a friend or even had a recommendation from your doctor. Pilates has gained immense popularity over the years. It offers a...
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The shoulder is one of the most difficult joints to treat as it relies on many components to act in sync for correct function. We as humans are...
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Osteoporosis literally means ‘bones with holes’. It occurs when bones lose minerals such as calcium more quickly than the body can replace them. They become less dense, lose...
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Osgood-Schlatter Disease Osgood-Schlatter Disease is a common condition that affects the knees, primarily in adolescents, particularly during growth spurts. It is characterised by pain, swelling and tenderness just...
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Pelvic Floor Muscles – Where are they? What do they do? You may have heard the pelvic floor muscles mentioned in the same sentence as having a baby...
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Strength training is typically seen as a way to mould, shape and develop the human body. It achieves these changes through controlled loading of muscle, tendon and bone...
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At Malvern Physiotherapy Clinic, we understand that no two bodies are the same, so we prioritise individualised care. Whether new to Pilates or returning after an injury, beginning...
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How you should prepare your body for the ski season As skiing and snowboarding have become increasingly popular, many enthusiasts often ask why they should prepare their bodies...
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Osteoarthritis is the breakdown and erosion of cartilage that overlies bone within a joint. This process results in inflammation within the joint, and is often felt as pain...
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Here are the increased clinic hygiene practices we have implemented due to the current climate with COVID-19. Encouraging staff and patients to practice physical distancing where applicable Implement...
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What is hypermobility? Hypermobility refers to excessive joint laxity and range of motion. There are numerous causes of joint hypermobility, including genetic factors or development after trauma/ injury....
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