What are Shin Splints?
By Physio Rob Taylor Shin splints is a term that is used to describe pain on the inside of the shin, usually caused by running and sports that involve running (such as rugby or soccer). We find that many of …
Exercises when travelling to prevent blood clots
By Gold Coast Physio & Sports Health Massage Therapist Fred Impens With Christmas and School holidays coming soon many of you are probably making plans to drive or fly to your holiday destination . If so, please keep in mind …
Knee pain when you run or ride? It could be ITB Friction
By Sports & Exercise Physio & Olympic Physio, Britt Caling What is the ITB?The Iliotibial band (ITB) is a thickened sheet of connective tissue (fascia) that originates at the edge of your pelvis/hip and then runs laterally down the outside …
Trail vs Road Running
Words by Britt Caling, APA titled Sports & Exercise Physio. Why not do some Trail Running to complement your Road Running training? So you think Trail Running and Road Running are the same thing? Wrong! Trail running is the off-road …
Barefoot Running
Can I Run A Marathon Barefoot? By APA Sports & Exercise Physio, Britt Caling The simple answer to this question is “yes”. As a Sports Physio, I would suggest that almost anyone can run a marathon barefoot if you have …
Mountain Biking Tips
Starting to Mountain Bike after being a road rider/triathlete seems like it should be a pretty easy cross-over right? On both bikes you just sit in the saddle, put your feet on the pedals and pedal in a circle while …
What in the World are our Therapists up to?
To show you how passionate we are about providing up-to-date, advanced and experienced health care services to all you (as our valued clients), our Therapists are constantly involved in Professional Development activities and Sports Team Travel. We make sure YOU …
Compression Garments – Why Use Them
Compression Garments Why use them? One of the newest trends for recovery in the athletic market, is the use of compression clothing. So what is all the fuss really about? What is compression clothing? and What do I use compression garments for? …
Exercise as an anti-ageing weapon
By Sports & Exercise Physio, ex-AFL Lead Physio, Mark Homewood We all know the benefits of keeping muscles strong as the body ages. Being strong ensures that we keep a high-quality of living into our twilight years. Research from the …
What is Recovery? and Why does it Matter?
Written by Sports & Olympic Physio Britt Caling with information shared from Shona Halson (previous Australian Institute Of Sport Recovery Specialist) and YLMS Sport Science What is “Recovery”? Recovery allows the restoration of physiological (body) and psychological (brain) processes so …
