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When winter arrives, people living with arthritis may notice their joints feel stiffer, sorer, or harder to get moving. If that sounds familiar, you’re not imagining it.

While research hasn’t identified a single direct cause linking cold weather to arthritis flares, studies suggest that factors such as temperature changes, shifts in barometric pressure, reduced physical activity, and changes in sleep patterns may influence pain sensitivity and joint stiffness (Arthritis Australia, 2023; Kolasinski et al., 2020).

The good news? There are practical, evidence-based strategies that can help you stay mobile and comfortable through winter – and physiotherapy plays a key role in that plan. Read more

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It is widely recognised that exercise is beneficial for overall health – particularly for the cardiovascular system. However, many people are uncertain about how to exercise safely after experiencing a heart condition. In most cases, appropriately prescribed exercise plays a vital role in cardiac rehabilitation and long-term heart health. The key is ensuring that exercise is introduced gradually and performed safely. 

Seek Medical Advice 

Before commencing or returning to exercise following a heart condition, it is essential to consult your GP or cardiologist and obtain medical clearance. In many cases, your doctor will recommend engaging in structured, safe physical activity to support recovery and improve cardiovascular function.  Read more

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We have all heard the advice to “walk it off” when feeling stressed. For decades this was vague lifestyle advice. But science has fundamentally changed this picture — exercise isn’t just a side dish in mental healthcare; it is the main course. Research now confirms that for many people, hitting the gym or the pavement can be just as effective as medication or counselling.1 

The exercise effect 

In 2023, researchers published a landmark umbrella review analysing 97 previous systematic reviews involving over 128,000 participants.

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Lower back pain is one of the most prevalent health complaints worldwide. It is estimated that up to 80% of people will experience lower back pain at some point in their lives, making it the leading cause of disability globally (Hartvigsen et al., 2018). 

While lower back pain can be distressing, the majority of cases are not associated with serious pathology and tend to improve with appropriate management, education, and movement (Maher et al., 2017). 

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As we move into late summer and early autumn, many athletes are shifting gears toward pre-season training for AFL and NRL. This is a phase where training volume, speed work, and (for contact sports) tackling gradually increase. From a physio’s perspective, this period isn’t something to fear — but it does benefit from smart preparation and good load management.

Across both Australian football and rugby league, injury surveillance data shows that the most common issues are muscle strains, joint sprains, and impact-related injuries, rather than sudden or severe injuries. Read more

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What Is Physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession that addresses a wide range of sports, musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory conditions. Physiotherapists are experts in human movement and function, utilising their knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics to assess, diagnose, and treat individuals of all ages and abilities. 

Your First Physiotherapy Appointment

When you make an appointment with a physiotherapist, they will usually start by asking you about your main concern and your medical history related to it. This helps them to understand why you’re seeking treatment, your medical background, and any previous treatments you may have had.  Read more

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By Melissa Crunkhorn

Shoulder pain is a common problem, with 15-30% of people experiencing it at some point in their lives.1 There are various things that are thought to contribute to shoulder pain, such as repetitive strain injuries, falls, and accidents. The most common causes of musculoskeletal shoulder pain are injuries to the rotator cuff, glenohumeral joint instability, and acromioclavicular (AC) joint injuries.

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‘Busy’: the way that many Australian families describe the Christmas holidays, navigating between beach trips and day outings, Christmas shopping and get-togethers, often whilst still juggling work and everything in between.

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With summer around the corner, it won’t be long until you can rejoin your teammates and fill your days with cricket, soccer, tennis and all your favourite summer sports. As a result, we’ve been fielding plenty of questions about the most effective ways to improve sports performance, and do so fast. 

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