by PROHEALTH | Apr 15, 2024 | Exercise Physiology, Exercises
There are many exercises that can help you improve posture. One of the best exercises to strengthen the lower back region is the deadlift & when done properly, you can improve posture with deadlifts. Strengthening posterior chain, improving positioning (by keeping...
by PROHEALTH | Apr 8, 2024 | Physio
Did you know curvature of the spine is called Scoliosis? Scoliosis is a condition of the spinal skeleton, visibly identified by a ‘S’ or ‘C’ shaped deformity of the spine. Idiopathic Scoliosis, is the most common form & adolescents are generally affected....
by PROHEALTH | Mar 26, 2024 | Special Offers
PROHEALTH is very proud of the friendly & personalised service we provide our clients & we want to reward our existing clients who share your PROHEALTH experiences with family, friends or colleagues. As an Easter special in April 2024 as part of our Client...
by PROHEALTH | Mar 18, 2024 | Diet & Nutrition, Injury, Injury management, Uncategorized
An often overlooked aspect when training or playing sports is the important role diet plays with injury prevention and recovery. While exercise undoubtedly plays a significant part, what we put into our bodies can have a profound impact on our ability to heal and...
by PROHEALTH | Mar 11, 2024 | Physio
Muscle Injuries & Strains are common & understanding the type of strain you have can be as easy as 1, 2, 3! Muscle strains occur when muscle fibres are overloaded, causing rupture. The strain severity is classified into 3 grades (Grade 1 – Mild, Grade 2...
by PROHEALTH | Feb 27, 2024 | Diet & Nutrition
During the season, turmeric can offer you some amazing benefits. This spice is loaded with anti-inflammatory properties and anti-bacterial properties. Turmeric also provides benefits to arthritis patients. Ingredients: 120 g turmeric 140 g ginger 2 large lemons 1/4...
by PROHEALTH | Feb 19, 2024 | Exercise Physiology, Exercises
Do you want to reduce risk of hamstring injuries? A study published in the British Journal of Sports, found including Nordic Hamstring Curl in a 13-week strength & conditioning program could decrease hamstring injury frequency by approximately 30%. Nordic...
by PROHEALTH | Feb 12, 2024 | Physio
Hamstring strains are common sport & fitness related injury. Many of these injuries are caused by the quadricep muscle forcibly overstretching the hamstring, often the result of high speed running, the risk of hamstring injuries can be minimised. Read more to...
by PROHEALTH | Feb 5, 2024 | Physio
Have you ever wondered if the quality of your sleep impacts you? Research has shown that exercise can have positive affects on individual’s quality of sleep, however what role does sleep play in improving athletic performance? Sleep & Performance – Poor...
by PROHEALTH | Jan 16, 2024 | Physio
Often, we carry around old injuries that may or may not influence how we go about our daily lives. We are resilient and adaptive individuals who sometimes have an attitude to “fix it later” or “deal with it”. PHYSIO YOUR SUPERHERO – Unfortunately, the...
