Physio Blog 6 : Knee rehab… Back in 3 months?
Sunday, August 25th, 2019 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Sunday, August 25th, 2019 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Thursday, May 2nd, 2019 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Sunday, March 10th, 2019 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Thursday, February 28th, 2019 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Monday, January 28th, 2019 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Thursday, December 13th, 2018 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic, Physiotherapy, Pilates.
Are you struggling with back pain? Do you wake up in the morning with stiffness in your lower back? Do you get low back pain when you sit for extended periods, carry the shopping, bend over, walk up stairs, cough or sneeze, lift heavy objects, get in and out of the car? What about occasional […]
Tuesday, November 27th, 2018 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic, Physiotherapy.
To start this blog series rolling, I have decided to write about a common over-use injury affecting young children, Osgood-Schlatter disease. I was recently the physiotherapist for Hockey Victoria’s U13 Carnival in Hobart and found that a number of players in my team currently or previously had an episode of this disease! The challenging aspect […]
Wednesday, July 4th, 2018 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Ajiaco Delicious warming Colombian Chicken Soup Adapted from panningtheglobe.com Serves: 6-8 Ingredients 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs, roughly chopped 1 teaspoon salt fresh ground black pepper 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup chopped onion (1 medium onion) 5 cups low salt chicken broth 2 cups corn kernels 1½ teaspoons chopped fresh oregano leaves 1 teaspoon […]
Wednesday, June 27th, 2018 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Thursday, March 1st, 2018 in Health & Wellbeing, Healthy Eating.
[If you don’t have a sour dough starter, dry yeast can be used – approx. 1 tsp per cup flour.] Dry Ingredients 450 g (3 cups) bread flour 1 tsp bread improver 1 tsp salt 3 tbsp fresh chopped rosemary ½ cup olives roughly chopped Wet Ingredients ½ cup sourdough starter 300 ml warm water […]
Thursday, March 1st, 2018 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic, Health & Wellbeing, Physiotherapy.
By Emmanuel Rey, Physiotherapist VERTIGO V/S FEELING LIGHT HEADED Vertigo is a condition that makes you feel like everything around you is spinning. It comes from the latin word “vertere” to spin. Vertigo is different from feeling light headed, which is often linked to low blood pressure and happens when standing too fast from sitting […]
Thursday, November 23rd, 2017 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic, Health & Wellbeing, Physiotherapy, Pilates.
Do you experience pain on the side of your hip? Do you have pain at night when lying in bed? Is your hip sore when you get out of the car, walk up stairs or after sitting for a while? If you suffer from any or all of the above symptoms, you may have a […]
Thursday, November 23rd, 2017 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Thursday, July 6th, 2017 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
This yummy recipe is from Sandra Dubs, a friend of our clinic. We attended one of her cooking classes as a team outing some years back. Her long awaited plant-based cookbook “My Wholefood Community Cookbook” is soon to be on the book shelves, watch out for it – congrats Sandra! INGREDIENTS Serves 2 (or 3, […]
Wednesday, July 5th, 2017 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
I am sure everyone has heard the phrase “now take a deep breath and just relax” when faced with an anxiety provoking situation. The truth is that there is more pertinence to this statement than you may realise. When a person is under stress, their breathing pattern changes. Typically, an anxious person takes small, shallow […]
Wednesday, July 5th, 2017 in Allied Health, Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic, Health & Wellbeing, Physiotherapy, Pilates.
Preventing sporting injuries in young people By Physio Emmanuel Rey In a physiotherapy practice, we see a lot of children and young adults with sporting injuries like torn Anterior Cruciate Ligaments (ACL), ankle sprains etc. Often we put this down to just bad luck – I stepped funny, I landed badly, I twisted… Children have […]
Sunday, May 21st, 2017 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic, Health & Wellbeing, Physiotherapy, Pilates.
Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the fascial ligaments of the sole of the foot. It is often caused by overuse or stress to the fascia due to factors such as: – increased walking or running – inappropriate footwear – prolonged standing – either high-arched feet or flat and pronated feet. Plantar fasciitis can be […]
Thursday, April 13th, 2017 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Some men in their late 50’s get a little red sports car, but some intrepid cyclists (affectionately known as MAMILs (Middle Aged Men In Lycra) choose to push themselves to greater heights (literally). “In the challenge for the ongoing quest for ‘up’, our riding group organised to ride up Mt Baw Baw, – 95kms to […]
Tuesday, March 21st, 2017 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
What has become our annual pilgrimage to Tasmania, my wife Irene and I, together with a group of hikers, walked through the magnificence and unspoiled beauty of the Blue Tier ranges in NE Tasmania. We were extremely fortunate to have one of the local “Friends of The Blue Tier” members to guide us through totally […]
Thursday, February 23rd, 2017 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Thursday, February 23rd, 2017 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Wednesday, February 22nd, 2017 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Wednesday, February 22nd, 2017 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
As a new father of a beautiful daughter I found that, together with my wife we have seen doctors, nurses and midwives regarding the health of our baby. I believe that physiotherapists can also be a great option in the well-being of your little one. A baby goes through a lot. For example, travelling through […]
Wednesday, February 22nd, 2017 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Once again our cycling group took on this one day gruelling annual event for cyclists, riding up and down the mountains around Bright. This year was another fantastic day, held over Australia Day weekend. Great weather, no mechanicals, neither bike nor body related, and completing my chosen distance of 200k’s in a sub 10 hrs, […]
Monday, January 30th, 2017 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Calf Stretch: Great for after any sporting activity. Place your toe up as high against the wall as you can while your heel remains on the floor. Place your hands on the wall for support and slowly press your hips towards the wall while keeping your knee straight. This should stretch your calf (gastrocnemius) muscle […]
Monday, January 30th, 2017 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Sunday, October 2nd, 2016 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic, Physiotherapy, Pilates.
Sunday, October 2nd, 2016 in Health & Wellbeing, Physiotherapy.
For some years now I have dreamed of riding in the magnificent scenery I see each year from the comfort of my bed at 2am as the Tour de France graces our TV screens – the Pyrenees, the medieval castles, châteaux, Gabriel and his samplings of food, wine and cheese… And so when the opportunity […]
Friday, March 18th, 2016 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Wednesday, December 16th, 2015 in Physiotherapy, Pilates.
Tuesday, December 15th, 2015 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Summer Broccoli Soup with Avocado and Almonds From Sandra Dubs www.mywholefoodcommunity.com.au Ingredients 8 florets broccoli 3 cups water ½ avocado ½ red onion or use fennel instead 1 stalk Celery handful spinach leaves 3cm wakame sea vegetable 1 tsp ginger grated 1 […]
Tuesday, December 15th, 2015 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic, Pilates.
In 2016 we will be offering 6 Month Pilates Class Packages for clients who would like to do two or more classes per week. Packages are pre-purchased for 6 months at a time and insurance receipts will be issued after every 12 sessions as usual. If you are interested and want more information please speak […]
Saturday, August 8th, 2015 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Running out of ideas to stay warm this winter? Here’s an idea, get HOT and FIT with high intensity group fitness Pilates! These group classes are led by our qualified physiotherapists with class sizes no larger than 6 participants. Focusing on the whole body, core strength is incorporated into a fast-paced, energetic and FUN work-out […]
Friday, August 7th, 2015 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Sign up in August for pre/postnatal pilates and receive an initial assessment and 6 group classes for $180. All sessions can be claimed from your private health fund. The aims of the classes during pregnancy are to address the changing demands on your pregnant body, prevent lower back pain and pelvic instability and to build […]
Sunday, June 14th, 2015 in Physiotherapy.
What is Hip Osteoarthritis and how does it occur? Hip osteoarthritis (also called Degenerative arthritis of the Hip) is one of the most common types of osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis occurs as the cartilage of a joint, a soft tissue that provides cushioning and a smooth surface for joint movement, begins to degrade due to wear and […]
Tuesday, June 9th, 2015 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Ingredients 1 cup pecans (walnuts can also be used) 1 cup dates, pitted 5 tablespoons raw cacao (cocoa) powder 4 tablespoons shredded unsweetened coconut 2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar ¼ teaspoon sea salt Method Place pecans alone in your food processor and process until the pecans become small and crumbly. Add dates to the […]
Tuesday, June 9th, 2015 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Approximately 30% of people over 65 years of age living in the community may experience a fall each year. Falls can result in fractured hips, severe back pain, with significantly reduced function and disability. A recent study reviewed the Healthcare literature to establish which falls prevention interventions are most effective for older people living in […]
Tuesday, June 9th, 2015 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic, Physiotherapy.
Over the years of treating many and varied musculoskeletal conditions, there has been a noticeable increase in the presentation to the clinic of kids with stress related back, neck and shoulder pain, sometimes with associated headaches. The most likely cause is the postures young people adopt whilst engaged in on-screen time – home work, gaming, […]
Wednesday, May 6th, 2015 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Andrew, our clinic owner and senior Physio completed another arduous Alpine Classic ride this year, close to his tenth. Here are his recollections. Another year means another Alpine Classic, a weekend dedicated to punishing the body as pay off for the months of early morning and weekend riding madness. Why do we do it? – […]
Monday, April 27th, 2015 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
Taking advantage of the wonderful weather in Melbourne, it was time to get out and have some fun. The beach beckoned, Emmanuel had the volleyball pumped, we were all pumped for a BIG win! The clinic team and family members joined forces at St Kilda beach for a mix of play and relaxation along with […]
Monday, April 27th, 2015 in Physiotherapy.
The Bike Stretch Video is provided by Glenhuntly Road Physiotherapy and is of general nature and is for educational /entertainment purposes only. No information is to be taken as medical or other health advice pertaining to any individual’s specific health or medical condition. Pain that is not associated with stretching means you should ease off. […]
Sunday, April 26th, 2015 in Physiotherapy.
Fisiocrem We use this cream at the clinic – it’s effective, utilizing only natural ingredients. Please ask at reception if you would like to try some (we have little sample packs), or purchase direct from the clinic at discounted rates. Fisiocrem SOLUGEL contains high levels of active plant extracts. These are not homeopathic dilutions. They […]
Thursday, March 19th, 2015 in Pilates.
Wednesday, March 18th, 2015 in Healthy Eating.
Ingredients 2 Carrots, thinly sliced 2 Zucchini, thinly sliced 1 Red Pepper, thinly sliced 1 Cup Alfalfa Sprouts ½ Cup Dried Coconut 2 Stalks of Celery, thinly sliced For dressing 1 Red Chili, deseeded 1 Stalk Lemon grass Juice of 1 Lime ½ Cup Soy Sauce ½ Cup Sesame Oil For Salad: Place all […]
Wednesday, March 18th, 2015 in Physiotherapy.
When icing an injury it is important to cool the injured area, not freeze it. Place some ice or packet of frozen peas in a wet towel and apply to the area for between 10-12 minutes. Repeat 2 – 3 x per day for 1st 3 days after injury. Icing to peripheral joints (foot, ankle, […]
Wednesday, March 18th, 2015 in Physiotherapy.
We all know that muscles need rehabilitation after an injury for them to function correctly, this is particularly important for the pelvic floor. Up to 37% of Australian women and 13% of Australian men have urinary incontinence (bladder leakage) and up to 12% of Australian women and 20% of Australian men have faecal incontinence (bowel […]
Wednesday, March 18th, 2015 in Physiotherapy.
WHAT IS THE ROTATOR CUFF? The rotator cuff refers to four small muscles in the shoulder joint that connect the shoulder blade to the upper arm. They stabilize the shoulder joint, keeping the joint where it is and also act to rotate the shoulder inwards and outwards. The muscles attach at different points around the […]
Wednesday, March 18th, 2015 in Allied Health.
“Everything changed, and in the best way”. That’s what Kate Fisher reported after recently experiencing a Forensic healing session with Rebecca. Forensic healing (a Kinesiology modality), works to effectively release past trauma, stress and pain, as well as long term health conditions and relationship issues. Using a structured approach to pin point the cause of […]
Wednesday, February 18th, 2015 in Allied Health, Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
If you’re a natural therapist looking to join a busy practice, read on… Glenhuntly Road Health Clinic has been in the Elsternwick area for almost 25 years.We have an excellent reputation for providing caring, personalised and professional care.The clinic is purpose built, beautifully appointed, with a peaceful atmosphere. Please call the Jules our clinic manager […]
Wednesday, February 18th, 2015 in Allied Health, Health & Wellbeing.
Marise has a special intro offer of 50% off for the month of March. A big welcome to Marise Douglas our new Remedial Massage Therapist who is replacing Claire’s services. For the last four years she’s been treating in WA and VIC and is excited to now share her talent here at the clinic. Marise […]
Wednesday, February 18th, 2015 in Allied Health, Health & Wellbeing, Healthy Eating.
Nuts (unsalted, unroasted) Almonds or Cashews 1 cup Water (filtered if possible) 4 cups Dates optional for sweetness Method Soak nuts (and a few dates if using) for 4-6 hours or overnight Once soaked, rinse thoroughly, discarding soaking water Blend the 4 cups of filtered water and the nuts (and dates) in a blender on […]
Wednesday, February 18th, 2015 in Pilates.
Wednesday, February 18th, 2015 in Pilates.
Wednesday, February 18th, 2015 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic, Physiotherapy.
Understanding Chronic Pain Many people use the term Chronic to convey just how excruciating a pain is. However, what the term really means is simply that the pain has been there for longer than three months, even if it’s not very bad. The distinction is made after three months because most injuries to tissues, either […]
Wednesday, February 18th, 2015 in Physiotherapy.
Life Aquatic with Bev… Is water therapy for you? Bev has a love of water and has been fortunate enough to spend almost 20 years working in the area of aquatic physiotherapy (formerly known as hydrotherapy). So what is Aquatic Physiotherapy? Aquatic physio is a form of physiotherapy treatment conducted in a heated pool supervised […]
Wednesday, February 18th, 2015 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic, Physiotherapy.
In a great birthday adventure, Cherie headed for the Blue Mountains. Splish, splash… SPLOSH! Those were the sounds made by our physio Cherie Lee on her canyoning adventure in the Blue Mountains this past December.Cherie’s fear of heights didn’t get in the way of cliff jumping over 2 metres – it was either follow the lead […]
Wednesday, January 14th, 2015 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic, Health & Wellbeing, Pilates.
Tuesday, January 13th, 2015 in Allied Health, Healthy Eating.
Try Sandra’s Lentil Walnut Pate full of healthful goodies Sandra has been a Wholefood Nutritionist, Natural Food Educator and Cooking Teacher for 25 years. She travels extensively to study new developments in health, food as medicine, macrobiotics and natural food cookery with many masters of the health food movement. Today she’s sharing one of her […]
Tuesday, January 13th, 2015 in Allied Health.
Morning perfection – Coffee & the Good Life’s to-do list By Jules, Clinic Manager and Kinesiologist. Most of the team at the clinic know the spell I’m under when it comes to my daily coffee. The exotic aromatic blends, the creaminess of the milk and most of all the blissful TIME OUT! From school drop off until I […]
Tuesday, January 13th, 2015 in Allied Health.
Choc Mint Slice – Naughty AND Healthy? A delicious treat that is full of healthy fats and is truly the most remarkable choc mint slice we have EVER tasted- healthy or otherwise!!! (Photo by James Watkins) Ingredients BASE 1 & 1/2 desiccated coconut 1/2 cup of almonds 1/2 cup of cashews 1 cup dates (soaked for 1hr […]
Tuesday, January 13th, 2015 in Physiotherapy.
WHAT ARE THEY? The menisci are pads of fibrocartilage that sit in the knee joint between the joint surfaces of the femur and the tibia. They are semicircular and each knee has two menisci, medial and lateral (Inner and outer), which face each other. They are vulnerable to injury like most soft tissues and don’t […]
Monday, January 12th, 2015 in Health & Wellbeing, Physiotherapy.
Need some inspiration for a worthwhile New Year’s Resolution that you might actually keep? Here are a few recommended resolutions that will act as investments in both your short and long term health. 1. Sit Less New studies showing just how bad sitting is for your health are starting to really convince us that a lifestyle […]
Monday, January 12th, 2015 in Physiotherapy.
Susan, one of the Senior Physios at Glenhuntly Road Physiotherapy Clinic, loves her tennis! Here is her take on the latest craze that has taken over tennis clubs around the world, and some tips on how to prevent injuries. As a keen Cardio Tennis participant myself, my advice would be: try It – Cardio Tennis […]
Monday, December 15th, 2014 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic, Pilates.
Now Available!! Great Pilates Christmas gift idea. Do you love your Pilates? This Christmas we have a wonderful range of New APPI Pilates DVDs that are suitable for beginners through to more advanced Pilates lovers. You can purchase them from reception anytime. APPI Pilates for Low Back DVD This proven and reputable Pilates program […]
Monday, December 15th, 2014 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
The 2014 Challenge Shepparton event saw over 1,300 competitors and 3,500 visitors converge on Greater Shepparton to continue its proud history of hosting an international triathlon. Of the 1300 competitors in this event there were but 2 idiots that chose not to don a wetsuit for the swim, one of whom was Andrew, the senior […]
Monday, December 15th, 2014 in Physiotherapy.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome WHAT IS IT? Do you suspect you may have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Read on to find out what it is and how Physio can help. Carpal Tunnel syndrome is a progressive disorder caused by compression of a key nerve in the wrist. The carpal tunnel refers to a space or “tunnel’ at […]
Sunday, December 14th, 2014 in Allied Health, Health & Wellbeing, Healthy Eating.
Xmas Cashew Truffles – These delicious snacks can also be used as a great Christmas gift idea. 1 cup raw cashew nuts ¼ cup desiccated coconut ¼ tsp vanilla paste 5 Medjool dates, pitted 1 tbsp tahini 1 tbsp water 1 tbsp maple syrup pinch of salt Combine cashew nuts, coconut and salt into […]
Thursday, November 20th, 2014 in Health & Wellbeing, Healthy Eating.
This would make a great meal replacement or post-workout smoothie, lots of good fats, added protein with the nut butter and plant based protein powder. Ingredients: 500mls water 2 handfuls baby spinach 1T nut butter 1/4 avocado 1/2 cucumber 1/2 zucchini Dash flax seed oil Dash cinnamon 2 dates 1 pear Optional 2T Protein […]
Thursday, November 20th, 2014 in Allied Health.
Expressive therapy begins with the client bringing an object into the session that has a resonance to an issue they would like to work through. We then reflect on the thoughts and emotions that this object or theme brings up in the client. The client can then use this as the inspiration or stimulus with […]
Thursday, November 20th, 2014 in Physiotherapy.
In terms of pain the general belief is: where the pain is, is where the weakness is. And you would be right in most cases. The same thoughts relate to back pain. Have you ever wondered why one side of your lower back is hurting and the other side is fine? Is this due to […]
Thursday, November 20th, 2014 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic, Physiotherapy.
After blisters, sore muscles, blisters and more blisters… I did it! I ran (and survived) my first Melbourne Half-Marathon. 32, 000 participants, 29º and sunny, the streets of Melbourne swarmed with runners of all ages, sizes and abilities. What an amazing day it was – the atmosphere was vibrant and excitement infectious. I’m not going […]
Wednesday, September 17th, 2014 in Glenhuntly Physiotherapy Clinic.
And now for something a bit different !! A little adventure… Karen our Admin manager, that calm and collected welcoming face at the front desk is not all that meets the eye – she has a wild side !! Earlier this year it was time for an up in the air spectacular sky dive – […]
Friday, September 12th, 2014 in Physiotherapy.
Andrew’s annual pilgrimage Cycling 200ks in the Victorian Alps, at pace, in one day sound like fun to you? To Andrew it is, his annual pilgrimage to do the Alpine Classic has been on his calendar for close on 10 years. “I love the mountains, the freedom of cycling in absolutely amazing environments. I don’t […]
Friday, September 12th, 2014 in Pilates.
High Performance Pilates with Susan Noonan Is High Performance Pilates your next step? Power up your Pilates session and join Susan on Tuesdays and Fridays for a super charged cardio intense Pilates program, that will take your body, mind and spirit to a new level of performance. It’s a fun class for anyone who is […]
Friday, September 12th, 2014 in Pilates.
Dance Pilates with Lauren Jazz, ballet, hip hop, tap, Latin, lyrical, acro, breaking… different styles, different music, same concepts. Flexibility, balance, core strength, fluid movements, control and coordination are all fundamental to each dancer no matter the style. Dance Pilates focuses on all of these elements in one dynamic 50 minute class, which is both […]
Friday, September 12th, 2014 in Allied Health.
Adrenal Fatigue – The Epidemic of a Stressed Out Society An epidemic of fatigue has spread throughout the developed world. A great number of people suffer from fatigue that is not relieve by sleep or rest. It has been estimated that 80% of adults suffer from some sort of adrenal fatigue. And yet this is […]
Tuesday, September 9th, 2014 in Healthy Eating.
The Raw Food Kitchen has put together an amazing detox spring salad for you! Find out how delicious a detox can be! You will love this refreshing salad featuring seasonal ingredients. This Spring Beets & Citrus Detox Salad not only tastes beautiful and zingy, the flavours are fresh for this time of year, it’s the perfect salad […]
Thursday, July 17th, 2014 in Physiotherapy.
One of the most important features of physiotherapy rehabilitation is to restore something known as proprioception. It’s a very special sense that you probably don’t even realise you have. Proprioception refers to your ability to tell where you’re body is in space and more specifically where each body part is in relationship to each other. […]