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Physiotherapy for Neck Pain

Stiffness is a pain in the neck. Yep, we went there. Pain and stiffness in the neck is a common and uncomfortable condition that you may have experienced at some point. However, when it’s chronic (it doesn’t go away – or gets worse) it could be time to hand it over to the professionals. In…

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Tips for Relieving Pelvic Girdle Pain

During pregnancy, pressure on the tissues of the pelvis can lead to pelvic girdle pain – a condition associated with discomfort and immobility. Many expecting mothers experience this condition, so in this blog we are going to talk about ways of managing the condition and relieving discomfort. What is Pelvic Girdle Pain? Pelvic girdle pain…

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Can Physiotherapy Help with Tension Headaches?

Tension headaches are a common problem for many Australians. Primary headaches (tension headaches and migraines) make up 90% of all recurrent headaches, affecting 30%-78% of the population at some point. We’re going to take you through how to address tension headaches and why physiotherapy can help break the cycle of pain and medication. What is…

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New born baby

Perineal Tears

Perineal tears are one of the most common injuries resulting from a conventional vaginal birth. They can be uncomfortable and associated symptoms can lead to more serious problems. Today, we’re going to take you through the basics of perineal tears and how post-natal physiotherapy can address the problem. What is a Perineal Tear? A perineal…

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Pelvic Floor Exercises for Older Women

Exercise After a Hysterectomy

After a hysterectomy, you’re going to notice some changes. Due to the invasive nature of the procedure, you’re going to have some scar tissue and weakness in the pelvic floor muscles. In today’s post, we’re going to take you through the benefits of exercise after a hysterectomy, as well as how you can structure this…

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Two 50-year old women washing up

The “M” Word

M = Menopause. The end of a woman’s reproductive years and the start of a new phase of life. Whilst that’s a constant, each woman’s menopausal transition is unique, bringing with it a range of symptoms due to the bodies hormonal changes. For some women, these symptoms can include hot flushes, headaches, mood changes and…

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