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At PROHEALTH PHYSIO & FITNESS our team strive to provide our current & new clients with topical physio & exercise physiology related articles, insights & tips to help you live life better.
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To Supplement Or Not To Supplement
We are bombarded with new & improved supplements that promise to transform us into the ripped man or shredded female pictured on the package. We wanted to help sift out the BS in the supplement industry by giving our answer to the question “Are supplements...
Running For A Better Back
Sports, health & fitness often involve running. Most research suggest prolonged running with poor technique or practices can lead to a range of musculoskeletal issues, injuries or pains. An Australian study found running can be good for your back. Running For a...
Improve Your Running
Are you seeking to increase the benefits you get from running? Running is a great form of exercise for maintaining or improving ones health & fitness. There are numerous other benefits for people who adopt a structured running program. Our quick tips can maximise...
Running Reduces Mortality Risk
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the number one cause of mortality (death) worldwide. The risk of CVD increases due to unhealthy exercise/dietary habits, obesity, smoking poor physical activity & alcohol use. Running can help reduce the risk of CVD. Running Reduces...
Carbs Boosted Running
Are you wanting to boost 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 sport...
Improving Posture to Avoid Pain
If you have suffered from acute or chronic neck, shoulder/back pain, the underlying cause may be related to your posture. Neck/shoulder pain is common in adults, with significant socio-economic costs to the individual and the health system. Many of us spend long...
Deadlift To Improve Posture
Deadlift to improve posture? There are many exercises that can improve posture. One of the best exercises to strengthen the lower back region is the deadlift. When done properly, you can improve positioning, reduce curvature of the lower spine & support improved...
Fun & Healthy Easter Alternative
A fun & healthy alternative this Easter. Giving coloured eggs like these is typical in the Easter celebrations of many Christian Orthodox people. With a Macedonian heritage, Julie ensures our family enjoys participating in this fantastic tradition. Definitely a...
Meet Sean
Sean is PROHEALTH’s newest physiotherapist. After playing soccer & futsal throughout his youth, Sean’s lifestyle is health, fitness & wellbeing focused. Sean is regularly in the gym, outside hiking or cycling. Other passions include nutrition, pilates. Meet...
Meet Michael
We are excited to introduce Michael one of our key physiotherapist. Michael has always been involved in the health/fitness industry and understands what it is like to be on physio treatment tables after many years of elite training as a professional swimmer. Post...
Meet Daniel
Daniel is the newest PROHEALTH PHYSIO team member. After competing at high levels for athletics, cricket & soccer, Daniel leverages his experience to deliver sustainable results. To get to know Daniel the person, the physio & his interests. Meet Daniel - Being...
Can bone healing be accelerated?
Ultrasound therapy is a useful modality technique used to reduce swelling, increase the healing rate of ligaments, cartilage and other conditions. Can ultrasound therapy however accelerate the healing rate of a bone that is fractured? A 2015 study investigated delayed...