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Focus on Shin Splints
CUMBERLAND PHYSIOTHERAPY PARRAMATTA What are shin splints? Shin splints, are a painful condition of the lower leg, also known as Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome, it is an overuse injury that causes pain along the inside of the tibia or shin bone. It is a common condition in runners, hikers and soldiers who march long distances. What are […]
Pregnancy and Physiotherapy
CUMBERLAND PHYSIOTHERAPY PARRAMATTA Pregnancy brings with it many changes including physical, physiological and hormonal. As your baby and body grow, there are shifts to your centre of gravity, weight and even your joints become more flexible. All of these changes can bring with them new aches and pains along with many questions about how to […]
What Is Physiotherapy?
CUMBERLAND PHYSIOTHERAPY PARRAMATTA Many people know the value that physiotherapy brings to their life and their physiotherapist has been with them through the highs and lows of injury and recovery throughout their life. However, for those who have never been to see a physiotherapist before, there can be a question mark over exactly what it is […]
Cycling Tips From Your Physio
CUMBERLAND PHYSIOTHERAPY PARRAMATTA There are many reasons to choose biking as a sport. Commuting to work can help you conveniently find time for exercise, save money on transport costs and is a great way to exercise if you suffer from shoulder pain, hip or knee arthritis. Unfortunately, biking injuries are common, but in many cases, preventable. […]
Relaxation Tips For Pain Management
CUMBERLAND PHYSIOTHERAPY PARRAMATTA: Can prolonged stress affect your pain and healing? There’s a strong suggestion that it can, particularly with chronic pain. If you suffer from ongoing pain you may even have noticed this relationship yourself. Many people know that their pain is worse when they are stressed but they don’t know why. Stress activates your […]
Focus On High Ankle Sprains
CUMBERLAND PHYSIOTHERAPY PARRAMATTA: What are they? The ankle consists of three bones, the tibia, fibula and talus, all held together by thick fibrous ligaments. The bottom parts of the tibia and fibula join together and surround the talus in such a way that it is able to rock forwards and back while providing stability and […]
Focus On Hamstring Tears
CUMBERLAND PHYSIOTHERAPY PARRAMATTA What are they? The hamstrings are a large group of muscles, located at the back of the thigh. Their job is to bend the knee, move the hip backwards and stabilise the leg. The muscles can be injured at any point but are most vulnerable where the tendon and muscle fibres join […]
Making The Most of Your Physio Treatment
Seeing a physiotherapist is an important investment in healing and recovery from injury. Here are a few tips to help get the best outcomes from your treatment time. Know what your goals are and ask questions. If you are clear on what you hope to achieve through physiotherapy, this can help you and your therapist […]
Focus on Ankylosing Spondylitis
What is Ankylosing Spondylitis? Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) is a type of inflammatory, autoimmune arthritis that primarily affects the spine. It is characterised by intermittent pain and progressive stiffness due to the inflammation and eventual hardening of the ligaments that surround the spine. The classic early symptoms of Ankylosing Spondylitis are pain and stiffness of the […]
5 Reasons to Stay Active
The benefits of keeping active may seem obvious, yet it can’t hurt to be reminded of the many ways exercise can improve your life. Here are a few of our favourite reasons to get moving. Exercise improves energy levels. Improving your fitness means your body is capable of achieving more for the same energy expenditure. […]