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Aerobic exercise may be the key to sticking with hormone therapy for 10 years

December 5, 2019

Women or men with hormone positive breast cancer, that is breast cancer which uses hormones to grow, are often recommended to go on hormone therapy for ten years. This has the goal to shut down the production of these hormones that are the lifeline for the cancer. Whilst it is amazing to have this treatment option, the side effects can often be  quite debilitating for people and have a negative impact on quality of life.   Side effects of hormone therapy may include  Joint painBone painMuscle painWeight gainHot flushesLoss of libidoVaginal dryness What can we do about these side effects?  Recent research has shown that aerobic exercise has a positive impact on the side effects mentioned above. As you exercise, your muscles move and this creates an increase in endorphins released in the body. This has been shown to have an analgesic effect on the body and also reduce joint and muscle pain. You will notice that your body will become more conditioned and therefore more efficient with daily tasks such as carrying the groceries or climbing a flight of stairs.   An increase in aerobic exercise will also help with weight loss or preventing weight gain, which can be a concern of people going on this medication. Interestingly, your  expectations can also affect the level of side effects experienced.  Research found that women with negative expectations had worse side effects and a lower reported quality of life two years after commencing the medication. These patients also had a poorer adherence to their medication.  How much aerobic exercise should you be doing?  The World Health Organisation recommends 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week, or 75 minutes of high intensity (vigorous) exercise plus two muscle  strengthening sessions per week. The key is to pick something that you enjoy such as cycling, swimming, hiking, aerobics or jogging and aim to get to  60-70% of your maximal heart rate, based on your age.  It is important to see a skilled cancer rehabilitation physiotherapist or exercise physiologist to help guide you with your exercise. Such therapists have knowledge of the  changes your body is experiencing during treatment such as chemotherapy and radiation and any surgery you may be having.  Whilst the idea of being on hormone therapy for ten years may be frustrating for some people, there are options out there to reduce the side effects and research shows that  people who take the medication have a significant decreased chance of breast cancer recurrence.  To book an appointment with InnerStrength’s Cancer Rehabilitation Physiotherapist Luci Minogue please click here or call us on 8555 4099.  Written by Luci Minogue, Cancer Rehabilitation Physiotherapist

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Paediatric Physiotherapy – Physio for little humans

November 27, 2019

Paediatric physiotherapy primarily comprises of exercises and techniques that help aid in the physical development of an infant through to adolescence. As a paediatric physiotherapist our main aim would be to ensure the achievement of the gross motor milestones and if not, then achieving the maximum out of a child to ensure independence and participation in their day to day…

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We are hiring a full or part time Physio – Apply now!!

November 18, 2019

At InnerStrength of Bayside, we are a premier physiotherapy clinic with state of the art facilities and a large service offering. We specialise in Physio-led Exercise, drawing on the Clinical Pilates method, cancer rehabilitation (Pinc and Steel), joint mobilisation, massage, dry needling and exercise rehabilitation. Our friendly staff remains committed to providing clients and the wider community with industry-leading physiotherapy services. About…

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Do you get a sore lower back with a lot of end range back extension and rotation?

October 9, 2019

Do you play sport that involves a lot of end of range back extension with rotation? Such sports may include cricket fast bowling, tennis, gymnastics or ballet. These extreme positions can make you more susceptible to an increase in bone stress in your lower back, which if left unmanaged can lead to a stress fracture. This bone stress is referred…

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Are you proud of the way you stand and sit?

September 22, 2019
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Physio-led Exercise Improves Bone Density!

August 30, 2019

Osteoporosis or ‘porous bones’ is a disorder in which the density and quality of bone are reduced. It is often termed the ‘silent pathology’, as a person may not be aware they have it until a bone breaks. Breaks, or fractures, are most commonly seen in the thoracic spine (middle of your back), hip or wrist. Osteoporosis is more common…

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Can I exercise while I’m pregnant?

August 5, 2019

Exercise is very beneficial during pregnancy and can actually help to prepare you for labour and prevent complications. It is perfectly safe to exercise during pregnancy, as long as activities are performed at an appropriate level for you and your body. Please note, if you have been given restrictions by a health care professional regarding exercise, it is important to…

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Pain at the side of your hip?

July 24, 2019

Is the side of your hip painful? The gluteals are a group of muscles which form the shape of your buttocks. Gluteal tendinopathy is the most common cause of pain at the side of your hip. This is an irritation of the tendon, which attaches the gluteal muscles to the hip and is often a result of overuse. But don’t…

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Do you experience plantar heel pain? What do you need to know?

May 31, 2019

Plantar heel pain (PHP), which describes pain in or around your heel, is one of the most common sporting injuries these days. You may have heard it being referred to as plantar fasciitis, however, research found that it is not really an inflammatory condition and the term has been changed to either plantar heel pain or plantar fasciopathy. There are…

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How is sitting affecting your health?

May 20, 2019

Many of us have jobs that require us to sit at our desks for a prolonged period of time, fixated on the work at hand. Sitting for an extended period of time can increase the risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes and heart disease. It also can cause back pain and one’s metabolism to slow down, affecting the break down…

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We are hiring a full or part time Physio – Apply now!!

May 14, 2019

At InnerStrength of Bayside, we are a premier physiotherapy clinic with state of the art facilities and a large service offering. We specialise in Physio-led Exercise, drawing on the Clinical Pilates method, cancer rehabilitation (Pinc and Steel), joint mobilisation, massage, dry needling and exercise rehabilitation. Our friendly staff remains committed to providing clients and the wider community with industry-leading physiotherapy services. About…

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Why am I only moving the left or right side of my body in my Group Physio sessions?

May 3, 2019

Do you ever feel ‘lop sided’ or ‘out of whack’? Are the majority of your current and/or past injuries on one side of your body? Injuries mainly on one side of the body is something that we often hear our physiotherapy patients complain of. Physio-led Exercise or Clinical Pilates has moved away from treating isolated structures as we have found…

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What our clients say

"Challenging personalised Pilates classes in a friendly and supportive environment. Thorough and professional physio services."

- Chris Arkey

"I have been doing clinical Pilates at InnerStrength of Bayside for more than 5 years and have always found the staff friendly and knowledgeable and the class environment friendly and inclusive. Highly recommended."

-Jasmine Evans

"The mums and bubs Pilates classes are fantastic at this clinic. Sings (who runs the classes) is wonderful at getting to know everyone's different needs and incorporating them into the class. It's a really friendly, supportive environment."

- Kate Brady