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Physical Exercise To Increase Bone Mass – by Emily Smyth
Many of you may have heard of Osteoporosis, some of you may even have it. But what exactly is it? Osteoporosis is a loss in bone density (qualified as a bone density below 2.5 SD). After menopause women can lose up to 20% of their bone density in the first 5 – 7 years. This…
Read MoreDry Needling Explained
Last month as part of my professional development I attended a dry needling course. Since attending the course I have had lots of questions about dry needling. I love learning new things and I have found it a great new addition to my treatment “toolbox”. I thought I would take this opportunity to introduce…
Read MoreScoliosis? A curve in the spine? What is it and how is it best managed?
What is it? Scoliosis is a deformity of the spine that causes it to curve abnormally from side-to-side. The most common type is called idiopathic scoliosis, which means there is no known cause of this condition. Is it common? Scoliosis affects around 2% of the population. The adolescent growth spurt is when idiopathic scoliosis…
Read MoreCan I exercise while I’m pregnant?
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…
Read MoreClinical Pilates as a Rehabilitation Tool – An interview with one of our patients
We interviewed Kristin, one of our Clinical Pilates patients, about her experience using Pilates as a rehabilitation tool. Kristin has been attending regular Clinical Pilates classes here at InnerStrength of Bayside for the past 10 months. A big thank you to Kristin for sharing her experience with our community. Could you tell us a…
Read MoreCancer and Exercise – By Emily Smyth
Recently, cancer and exercise has become a topic of great interest across Australia. With new research coming out and more information available it is becoming clear that exercise is a key component of treatment. Years ago when having chemotherapy or radiation therapy it was advised to rest and relax after therapy. In recent years we…
Read MoreKnee pain – Why you may be given exercises for your hip
Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is common source of pain at the front of the knee and can be caused by changes in the way the knee cap moves over the end of the thigh bone. The thigh muscles (quadriceps) are responsible for moving the knee cap and control its positioning. PFP is a very common patient…
Read MorePelvic instability or pain during or post-pregnancy? What is it and what can you do to manage it?
By Meg Doyle What is pelvic instability or pelvic girdle pain? Pelvic girdle pain is a condition that is very common in both pregnant and post-natal women, with a prevalence of approximately 63% at the 30th week of gestation and 31% at 3 months post-partum. It occurs due to factors such as muscle spasm, muscle…
Read MoreEmily’s Time at Think Pink
In March I spent an hour a week teaching Pilates to the lovely ladies at the Think Pink Living Centre in the CBD. The Think Pink Living Centre is a facility which is devoted to provide support and help to women diagnosed with breast cancer. I really enjoyed my experience working there and teaching Pilates…
Read MoreNew Pinc & Steel Australia Website
www.au.pincandsteel.com PINC & STEEL Australia provides support to people affected by cancer, helping them take their first steps on the road to recovery. There are now more people surviving a cancer diagnosis and if people don’t get rehabilitated after cancer it can affect their ability to work, their families, their physical, emotional and social well…
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