Effective diabetes management is a multifaceted journey that includes diet, medication, and lifestyle changes. Among these lifestyle changes, exercise therapy plays a crucial role in achieving better blood sugar control and overall well-being. However, setting realistic exercise goals is essential for success in managing diabetes.
For individuals living with diabetes, managing the condition is essential to safeguard overall health. While diet and medication are crucial components, cardiovascular exercise, often referred to as cardio, is a powerful tool in the fight against diabetes and its associated risks, particularly those related to heart health.
Aging brings about various changes in the body, including a natural loss of muscle mass and strength. However, this decline is not inevitable, and seniors can maintain and even build muscle through strength training.
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While medication and dietary changes are crucial components of diabetes management, exercise plays a pivotal role in controlling blood sugar levels and improving overall health.
Aging is a natural part of life, but it does not mean you have to slow down or give up on staying active and healthy. In fact, for older adults, maintaining an active lifestyle is more important than ever. Exercise therapy, tailored to the specific needs and abilities of seniors, offers a multitude of benefits that contribute to physical fitness, mental well-being, and overall quality of life.
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears are relatively common in young athletes, especially those involved in sports that involve sudden stops, changes in direction, or jumping. While these injuries can be disheartening, proper rehabilitation is crucial to ensure a safe and successful return to sports.
The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons in the shoulder that plays a crucial role in stabilizing and moving the joint. Unfortunately, rotator cuff injuries are relatively common and can result from various causes, including overuse, trauma, or age-related degeneration.
Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries, affecting people of all ages and activity levels. Whether you're an athlete, a weekend warrior, or simply going about your daily activities, the risk of rolling or twisting your ankle is always present. However, with proper care and rehabilitation, you can ensure a full recovery and reduce the risk of future sprains
Injuries are an unfortunate part of the athletic journey, and young athletes are not exempt from the risk. However, when an injury occurs, the goal is always to return to the sport they love as quickly and safely as possible. Sport-specific rehabilitation is a critical aspect of this process, tailored to the unique needs and goals of young athletes.
For many office workers, spending long hours sitting at a desk can lead to discomfort and tension in the lower back. Prolonged sitting can contribute to lower back pain and stiffness, affecting both productivity and overall well-being. Fortunately, incorporating simple lower back stretches into your daily routine can help alleviate tension and discomfort
The Role of Physiotherapy in Children's Sports Injury Prevention Participation in sports and physical activities is a valuable aspect of childhood development, promoting physical fitness, teamwork, and social skills. However, young athletes, like their adult counterparts, are not immune to the risk of sports-related injuries. To ensure the well-being and safety of children engaged in sports, physiotherapy plays a vital role in injury prevention.
Participation in sports and physical activities is an essential part of a child's development, promoting physical fitness, teamwork, and discipline. However, it's crucial to recognize that pediatric athletes, like their adult counterparts, can experience injuries related to their sport.
Low back pain is a prevalent issue that can affect people of all ages and lifestyles. Whether it's due to a specific injury or a result of prolonged sitting and poor posture, low back pain can be both uncomfortable and disruptive.
Your ankles are remarkable joints that provide stability, balance, and mobility to your lower limbs. However, they are also vulnerable to injury, especially if they lack strength and flexibility.
Shoulder pain is a common complaint that can affect people of all ages and lifestyles. Whether it's a dull ache, sharp discomfort, or limited range of motion, shoulder pain can be both frustrating and debilitating.
Knee surgery can be a transformative experience, offering relief from chronic pain or a path to returning to your favorite sports and activities. However, the success of knee surgery often hinges on what happens during the recovery phase. Proper rehabilitation is crucial to ensure a speedy and effective recovery after knee surgery.
Low back pain is a prevalent issue that can affect people of all ages and lifestyles. Whether it's due to a specific injury or a result of prolonged sitting and poor posture, low back pain can be both uncomfortable and disruptive.
Your ankles are remarkable joints that provide stability, balance, and mobility to your lower limbs. However, they are also vulnerable to injury, especially if they lack strength and flexibility.
Shoulder pain is a common complaint that can affect people of all ages and lifestyles. Whether it's a dull ache, sharp discomfort, or limited range of motion, shoulder pain can be both frustrating and debilitating. In this blog post, we'll explore the causes of shoulder pain, the diagnostic process, and the effective physiotherapy solutions that can help you find relief and regain full shoulder function.
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Knee surgery can be a transformative experience, offering relief from chronic pain or a path to returning to your favorite sports and activities. However, the success of knee surgery often hinges on what happens during the recovery phase. Proper rehabilitation is crucial to ensure a speedy and effective recovery after knee surgery
Knee injuries are among the most prevalent concerns for athletes of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a professional athlete or someone who enjoys recreational sports, knee injuries can be a significant setback.
When it comes to back pain, many of us tend to think of it as an inevitable part of life. After all, who hasn't experienced a twinge or ache in their back at some point? While it's true that back pain can strike anyone, anywhere, at any time, there are several risk factors that you can control to reduce your chances of experiencing this common ailment
A Breath of Fresh Air in Managing Hypertension In today's fast-paced world, stress and health concerns often go hand in hand. One health issue that has been steadily on the rise, particularly among the elderly population, is hypertension.
In peripheral artery disease (PAD), the five-year mortality rate climbs to 20%. Cardiovascular events account for seven out of ten of those deaths. Additionally, three out of ten PAD patients experience nonfatal cardiovascular events.
Last month, we reported on the science showing that some hypotonic sports drinks can hydrate the body better than water!
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Athletes are always in the market for ways to push the boundaries of human potential. One trend that seems to have come and gone is the use of nasal dilator strips. Do they deserve a second look?
In April, we welcomed Jessica Dingle to our physiotherapy team. She has earned graduate certificates in both pelvic floor physiotherapy and exercise and women’s health through the University of Melbourne.
A new study out of Massey University in New Zealand, and recently published in Sports Medicine, finds that some sports drinks are better for hydration than water itself, but not all.1
In the pursuit of weight loss, various strategies have been explored, ranging from dietary modifications to increased physical activity. Here’s one you may not have seen before: the speed at which we consume our meals
What is the World’s Most Disabling Condition? The Lancet’s Low Back Pain Series Working Group published today’s definitive paper for summarizing the condition we call non-specific low back pain (LBP) (1).
Sometimes we feel like painful joints are just something we are going to have to live with, even to the point of near disability
A recent, multi-national study out of Europe is heating up the old debate about heat treatments for non-specific back pain.1 It’s an important question.
Nutritional strategies need to be specific to individual goals. With evidence that they may decrease the risk of diabetes, decrease heart disease, and improve weight loss, low-carb diets prove popular
Consider Exercise Physiology and Physiotherapy at the First Sign of Trouble .In 2020, the peer-review journal, Maturitis, published a study documenting a dramatic rise in age-adjusted, fall-death rates across Australia.1
Have you ever wondered if more expensive running shoes work better for you than less expensive shoes?
Poor bone health is rapidly increasing in Australia. There’s an estimated 31% increase predicted from year 2012 to present.1
Earlier this year, professors from LJ University (Ahmedabad, India) and UiT The Arctic University of Norway published a paper connecting stressors on marine life with modern healthcare.
Nonspecific low back pain (LBP) ranks as one of the most common and costly musculoskeletal disorders. Despite a strong focus on the problem for decades, healthcare spending on this problem continues to rise. Nonspecific low back pain (LBP) ranks as one of the most common and costly musculoskeletal disorders. Despite a strong focus on the problem for decades, healthcare spending on this problem continues to rise.
How much exercise does it really take? Everyone tells us to stay active, but do some recommendations ask too much and end up discouraging some people
Over the past decade, Advanced Physiotherapy has published 15 bulletins outlining the research demonstrating supervised exercise therapy to be a good first-line treatment in osteoarthritis
In prolonged exercise, athletes burn through considerable amounts of carbohydrates and fluids. If that nutrition is not replenished during the exercise period, performance diminishes.[1]
We often think of chronic low back pain as a problem for middle-aged adults. Unfortunately, a recent study of more than 1,000 children age 10 to 17 finds that this common problem affects our children as well
Projections show the prevalence of osteoporosis and osteopenia in Australians age 50+ increasing from 66% in 2012 to 86% in 2022.[1]
Running barefoot obviously changes gait patterns. Specifically, when running with shoes, we are more likely to land on our heels, and we use longer strides.
Over the past decade, a debate about the healthiness of endurance running has simmered.
A sports psychology study shows the profound effects of belief, brands, and the complications of detecting them.
High-income countries have witnessed a dramatic rise in opioid-related deaths over the past two decades.1
Bed rest serves as a time-honored recommendation for both injury and illness. However, the drawbacks of bed rest include a somewhat surprising list of consequences: decreased heart volume, increased insulin resistance, skeletal muscle atrophy, muscle denervation, triggering of neurodegenerative processes, and decreased oxygen uptake capacity.1
Squats are an important exercise. They protect our ability to perform various actions effectively and without injury: lifting, running, climbing stairs, etc. We often read advice on how to perform squats based on professional opinion or expert consensus.
Knee pain affects one in three people in parts of Australia.1 When walking makes the knee pain flare up, people often begin avoiding physical activity for fear of worsening their knee. Consequently, this barrier to physical activity contributes to physical disability.2
