News, Articles & Insights
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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Nutritional Strategies
One of the most effective ways to accelerate muscle recovery is by implementing simple nutritional strategies into your diet. Nutritional Strategies - Are your fitness goals and training program really complete without adequate nutrients in your diet? The most...
Exercise & Sleep Disorders
Do you have trouble sleeping? If yes, you are not alone. A consumer reports survey of over 4,000 people found that 68% of people have trouble sleeping at least once per week. So can the use of regular exercise help improve sleep quality or sleep disorders? Exercise...
Sleep & Performance
Have you ever wondered if the quality of your sleep impacts you? Research has shown a relationship between sleep & performance in exercise, which can have positive effects on individuals’ quality of sleep. So, what role does sleep play in improving athletic...
Is Sleeping a Pain? Here’s What Your Body Might Be Telling You
Sleep is supposed to be restorative, a time when your body heals, your mind resets, and you wake up refreshed. But for many, sleep has become a source of discomfort, stiffness, or even chronic pain. If you’re waking up sore, tossing and turning through the night, or...
Christmas Clinic Closure Notice 2024
As the festive season approaches, PROHEALTH PHYSIO & FITNESS (EP) would like to extend warm holiday wishes to all our valued clients and community members. In celebration of Christmas 2024, our clinic will be temporarily closed to allow our team to spend quality...
Avoid Festive Season Weight Gain
The festive season in Australia often includes Christmas catch-ups, family gatherings, work parties, summer barbeques… the temptations to overindulge at this time of year are endless. They can lead to dreaded holiday weight gain. On average Australians gain up to 3...
Use-it-or-lose-it-health-funds
As the year winds down, so do your chances to make the most of your private health insurance extras. At PROHEALTH PHYSIO & FITNESS (EP), we’re here to remind you: Use It or Lose It! Many health fund benefits reset annually—often on December 31st—and unused...
Halloween & Physiotherapy
Wishing you a happy Halloween! If your body is feeling kind of spooky or a little weird, then our friendly team is here to help you get better. Halloween is a common time of year for injuries mainly to children but also adults. Read on to find out more. Happy...
Benefits of Physiotherapy before & after Surgery
Surgery can be a life-changing event, whether it's a joint replacement, spinal procedure, or soft tissue repair. But did you know that physiotherapy before and after surgery can dramatically improve your outcomes? At PROHEALTH PHYSIO & FITNESS (EP), we specialise...
Physiotherapy Preparation for Hip Replacement
Total hip replacement surgery can significantly enhance your quality of life by alleviating pain and improving mobility. As a physiotherapist, one of our most important roles is preparing and helping individuals through this journey. Effective preparation can help...
Back Pain Is Not Always Disc Related: What You Need to Know
When people experience back pain, the first thought often jumps to a slipped disc or herniated disc. But here’s the truth: not all back pain stems from disc problems. In fact, many cases are caused by muscular imbalances, joint dysfunctions, poor posture, or even...
Running for Back Health
Discover how running can boost spinal health, prevent back pain, and improve posture with expert physiotherapy and tailored training programs at PROHEALTH PHYSIO & FITNESS.