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Your hamstring muscle rehabilitation guide
Hamstring injuries are one of the most common soft tissue injuries, particularly in athletes and active individuals. Understanding the mechanics of the hamstring muscles, the causes of injury and the rehabilitation process is crucial for recovery.
Managing tendinopathies (part 2)
Here we investigate how to manage tendinopathies, focusing on early interventions, modifying training approaches and specific treatments for key tendinopathies.
Understanding tendinopathies (part 1)
Like any other tissue in the body, tendons are susceptible to injury and degeneration, leading to a condition known as tendinopathy. Let’s breakdown why tendinopathies occur.
Understanding headaches and how to manage them
Headaches stem from a variety of causes such as mechanical, hormonal, dietary and stress-related factors, which means a holistic approach to headache management is essential.
A comprehensive guide to understanding spinal disc injuries and how to treat them
Understand the intricacies of intervertebral disc injuries (such as disc herniations) as we explore when they occur, the mechanisms at play and how they manifest in pain.
10-step guide to getting into shape safely this summer while avoiding injury
As summer approaches on the stunning Gold Coast, many of us are eager to shed those winter layers and get into shape for the beach season. Whether you're aiming to improve your fitness, work on your aesthetics or just enjoy the sunshine more, it's essential to approach your fitness goals safely.
Understanding plantar fasciopathy
Have you ever woken up in the morning to find that the first few steps you take out of bed cause excruciating pain underneath your heel? The most common cause of pain at this site is a condition traditionally known as plantar fasciitis, which we now refer to as plantar fasciopathy.
Is your headache really from neck pain?
Headaches arising from the neck are cervicogenic headaches. They are categorised as a secondary headache in that the pain experienced is a symptom of another disorder, in this case a disorder or lesion of the upper cervical spine (neck).
Trip to the U16’s Australian Basketball Championship 2022
In July 2022, we were involved in the U16’s Australian Basketball Championships as the osteopath for the Queensland teams.
Stress fractures and how they are treated
Stress fractures are a common overuse injury that many people suffer from. Here’s how they are treated.