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Physio Tips For Working At Home
Due to the recent lockdown in NSW, it is no doubt that many individuals are working from home. Below are 5 Ergonomic Do's and Don'ts approved by our Physiotherapists to reduce common working from home injuries. Ergonomics refers to designing a...
Bone Myths
As physios we often hear of bone myths that can be confusing or misleading. Want to understand your bones? Bones Myths – We hear a lot of Bone Myths which can get confusing, and even misleading. Lets go through some common questions about bones and their...
Eating To Improve Bone Health
Strong, healthy bones are maintained through exercise, while nutrition is acknowledged as a key contributing factor. Eating To Improve Bone Health – Bone health matters at every age, from growth and healing to preventing osteoporosis. Since bones constantly renew,...
Exercise For Strong Bones
Eating the right food can improve bone health. Keep reading to see our top preventative resistance exercises to improve your bone strength. Exercise For Stronger Bones – Bone health is a key issue throughout our lives, from traumatic fractures to stress fractures in...
Carbs Boosted Running
Are you wanting to boost your energy during running or sports? If you are looking for an extra energy boost during running or sports, increasing carbohydrate intake may improve your performance. A 2015 study observing the effects of carbohydrate intake & team...
Improve Your Running
Running is one of the most effective ways to boost cardiovascular health, build endurance, and support mental wellbeing. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned runner, there’s always room to improve your running technique, performance, and recovery. At PROHEALTH...
What is Dry Needling?
Dry needling is a term used to differentiate “non-injection” type needles from the practice of Injectables such as corticosteroids, saline, and local anesthetics. The dry needling term is used more commonly in western countries to signify the different physiological...
Happy Easter!
On behalf of Marc, Julie and the ProHealth Physio & Fitness team we would like to wish you a safe and happy Easter! However you wish to celebrate we hope you have a lovely long weekend with friends and family and of course a little bit of chocolate, keep reading...
Meet Andrew!
Meet Andrew, PROHEALTH’s newest Accredited Exercise Physiologist! Andrew graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor’s in Applied Science (Exercise Physiology) and loves to apply his knowledge and expertise to assist people from all walks of life. Andrew...
Jumper’s Knee: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Jumper’s Knee, medically known as patellar tendinopathy, is a common overuse injury that affects the tendon connecting your kneecap (patella) to your shinbone (tibia). At PROHEALTH PHYSIO & FITNESS (EP), we specialise in diagnosing and treating this condition to...
Understanding Degenerative Rotator Cuff Injuries
At PROHEALTH PHYSIO & FITNESS (EP), we’re committed to helping you move better, feel stronger, and live pain-free. One of the most common shoulder conditions we treat is Degenerative Rotator Cuff Injuries, a progressive condition that can significantly impact your...
Shoulder Injury Common in Sports
SLAP lesion, also known as superior labrum anterior to posterior lesions, is a tear in the labrum of the shoulder. Labrum is a cartilage in the shoulder which is a primary attachment site of the shoulder ligament and biceps tendon. It helps to stabilise the shoulder...