Muscle Injury: Should You Use Ice?
Written by: Nathaniel Christoforou (Accredited Exercise Physiologist) The traditional method of treating an injury has been to apply an ice pack immediately to reduce the swelling. Is this treatment of muscular
The Benefits of Stability in Movement and Sport
Written by: Nick Agius (Accredited Exercise Physiologist) The physiological make up of the human body allows for extremely complex movement capability and diversity. To allow the body to live up to these
The Benefits of Good Posture
What is Posture? Essentially, it is the relative arrangement of the segments of your body, with minimal work being done by the muscles and bones to hold a position. Good posture is protective against injury and
Injury Rehabilitation: The Benefits of Training Your Uninjured Side (Cross-Education)
Unfortunately, things can happen in life or sport that result in an injury. Injuries are a frustrating time for obvious reasons, but if you think that an injury means you must stop training, think again! If for
The Importance of Strength Training for Runners
Written by; Zach Perversi (Accredited Exercise Physiologist) A common belief held by runners is that the only way to improve running performance is to spend countless grueling hours running around a track or
How the Asymmetrical Tonic Reflex impacts your Movement
Written by; Jess Reyes Bachelor of Exercise Physiology (Professional Honours) (Current) 4th year student) There are many primitive reflexes that develop during your childhood which can be influencing your posture
How to prevent neck pain when using a computer
Written by: Emily Gill (Osteopath) Osteopathy on Canterbury and Complimentary Therapies Computers and technology are currently ruling the roost in our lives. Children are using them at school, more people are
Understanding Lower Back Pain and How to Prevent It
Written by Nathan Switkowski, Osteopath at Osteopathy on Canterbury Lower back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal problems that is experienced in Australia. It can be defined as acute (lasting up