Call it for what it is: Tendinopathy
Melbourne CBD Physiotherapy and Sports Medicinetherapist Nick Cross discusses terminology in tendon pathology. Nick talks about why it is so important that both health practitioners and patients call it for what it is: tendinopathy.
Can physiotherapy help my knees? Currently physiotherapy save the australian health system $300 million per year!
What is knee arthritis and why is it important? Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic and debilitating joint condition characterized by inflammation, muscle weakness and a reduction in physical activity. Approximately 10% of Australians have knee OA and it represents approximately 60% of all arthritic conditions within the Australian population. More concerningly, osteoarthritis is forecast […]
Melbourne CBD Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist Adrianna Cann is appointed head Sports Physiotherapist for the Collingwood Football Club AFLw.
The sports medicine and sports physiotherapy profession is wonderful, especially if you like the high pressure, performance driven, cut throat environment. For some it can be a bit much, for others they thrive. For clubs and organisations they are always on the hunt for special talent both on and off the field, especially in their […]
Back in action: Victoria’s five-day lockdown ends
Melbourne CBD Physiotherapy and Sports Medicine is absolutely thrilled to welcome patients back to our COVID-Safe clinic from Thursday 18th February.
Victoria will end its five-day lockdown from midnight on Wednesday night, with Premier Daniel Andrews announcing that almost all restrictions would be lifted and that “this circuit breaker has worked”.
Working from home: The best 8 stretches to loosen stiffness in your neck, back and hips
As we see more patients presenting with a neck, back and hip pain, Melbourne CBD Physiotherapy and Sports Medicine has put together some easy stretches and exercises to help alleviate pain and bring back more movement and function.
5 lessons we learned about Telehealth
As Victoria has finished a third lockdown period, we’ve reflected on what we’ve learned in developing our Telehealth services to continue delivering optimal patient outcomes.
Game Set Match: Are you being grand slammed with injuries?
With a spike in general tennis participation, this often comes with a spike in common tennis injuries. Physiotherapy can help you unlock your sudden, recurring or ongoing injuries to get back into the match.
Is physiotherapy covered by Medicare?
It is an easy process to claim Medicare rebates at Melbourne CBD Physiotherapy and Sports Medicine. Here are the steps you can take to receive subsidised physiotherapy care.
Soreness vs Pain: What’s the difference?
What your pain is trying to tell you isn’t always clear cut. How can you tell the difference between post-session soreness and suspecting an injury? At what point do you consider a visit to the physio? And how much pain is good pain?
So You’ve Decided to Become A Lockdown Runner? Stick To These 5 Coaching Tips
Authored by Rochelle Kennedy, Physiotherapist and Strength & Conditioning Consultant With gyms closed and only five reasons to leave home, lockdown has prompted many Melbournians to dust off their running shoes and go for their first jog in a long time. While running is excellent for both your physical and mental health, we have seen […]