We’re going to take a quick guess and say if you’re reading this, then you’ve probably experienced shin splints in one way or another. This also means we both know that they’re not very pleasant. As well as causing pain, dealing with shin splints can take a toll on more than just our shins. Not
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Who doesn’t love that moment after you take home your most recent purchase and open the box? Shoes especially give us that feeling just like no other. Because as soon as you wear them, even once, they will never be as in pristine condition as they were that first time you saw them. In their
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A recent article of ours, ‘What’s the Difference Between Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology’ has skyrocketed into our top 10 most viewed pages on our website. Being a relatively new profession when compared to its counterpart, Physiotherapy, there is still confusion that surrounds Exercise Physiology. So, it’s not uncommon for there to be hesitancy when it
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I don’t know about you, but when I’m grocery shopping, I don’t want to be there any longer than I have to. And, for many of us, we don’t have the time to be standing around and figuring out what the labels mean and how to use them. As consumers, we’re becoming more health-conscious than
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Now more than ever, people are sleeping less than they did in the past; and quality of sleep has also decreased over the years. Getting the right amount of quality sleep is as important as other biological functions essential to life, such as eating healthy and exercising. When we sleep, our body performs many vital
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Most of us have heard of physiotherapists, nutritionists, massage therapists and personal trainers; and we have a pretty good understanding of what they do. For many people though, Exercise Physiology is a health profession that they haven’t heard of, or don’t know much about, and often confuse it with Physiotherapy. Both Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists
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There is no denying that gyms can be intimidating places, especially for a beginner who is venturing out into the weight world for the first time. Walking into a huge open room with lots of mysterious-looking machines can be discouraging for some. If you’re interested in adding strength training to your routine, there are many
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“Injury is just part of the game.” We hear these words thrown around too casually and too often. It’s time to flip the script. Sustaining an injury should not be a part of anyone’s game. Instead, we should be saying “injury prevention is part of the game.” Participation in physical activity and sport are important
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Have you injured your ACL within the past 10 years? Do you get anxious about jumping or changing directions? Are you worried about going skiing on a holiday? With our VALD ACL Performance Assessments, we can gather accurate and insightful information about the performance of your body. More specifically, if your injured or compromised knee
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If you’ve had, or are currently experiencing back pain, you’re not alone! Almost everyone in their lifetime, approximately 80% of the population, will experience back pain in one way or another. It’s one of the most common reasons why people come to see a Physiotherapist or an Exercise Physiologist. Fortunately, the majority of cases are
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By the time the clock strikes midnight on the night of the 31st, many of us will already have our New Year resolutions in mind. For a lot of people, these resolutions are to be healthier and engage in more exercise. The period between Christmas and the New Year is a common excuse for eating
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Kai Morris, our resident Psychologist from Mental Notes, has provided some tips on how to maintain your wellbeing during the break. For some, the holiday season is a joyful time of year. One spent with friends and family, taking a holiday, or just spending time by yourself. For others, it is one of the most
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