The Outstanding Benefits of Hot Stone Therapy
Muscle Relaxation The heat from the stones helps your muscles relax, allowing the massage therapist to manipulate your deep tissues more effectively. Overly tense muscles can hinder the massage procedure, so if your muscles are extremely tight or stiff, the heated stones may provide the extra relaxation you need for the massage to be beneficial […]
How Plantar Fasciitis Develops
Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis (inflammation to the plantar fascia ligament) is most commonly caused by a strain injury causing micro tears to the ligament as it attaches to the heel bone (Calcaneus) or other areas of tightness on the sole of the foot. The inflamed tissue runs across the bottom of the foot. The plantar […]
The Benefits of Myo-Facial Cupping
Myo-facial cupping is a soft tissue therapy that involves applying plastic cups, decompressing and creating a vacuum that lifts the top layer of skin away from the fascia and connective tissue and muscles, blood and other fluids. This method of cupping stimulates the lymphatic system to remove toxins, lactic acid and stagnant blood from injuries […]
Five Common Questions, Misconceptions and Queries About Yoga.
The practice of Yoga has been around for thousands of years, however, in today’s day and age, we see Yoga classes pop up everywhere. There are so many different styles, teachers and strengths of the practice, and often we see Yoga portrayed by those on social media and the internet who are young and bending […]
What is Urinary Incontinence?
Urinary incontinence (UI) is essentially unwanted leakage of urine, whether it be a few drops or a total loss of bladder control. Don’t worry, you’re not alone in this. Up to half of adult women and 1 in 10 of adult men experience UI. Further, up to 64% of women who are pregnant will experience […]
How Exercise Can Help Someone with Cardiovascular Disease
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, approximately 1.2 million Australian adults have Cardiovascular disease (CVD). CVD is an umbrella term for a range of different heart conditions that involve narrowing of the blood vessels, blockages or structural abnormalities. Examples of these conditions include coronary artery disease, heart failure and congenital heart diseases. These conditions […]
Can Exercise Help Manage Cancer?
Yes. Definitely… is the short answer. Cancer can affect any one of any age and therefore depending on the type, stage and location of the cancer, treatment plans will vary. This could include radiation, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, stem cell transplants or surgery/removal. However, EXERCISE is a vital part of any cancer patient’s treatment. An Exercise […]
How Exercise Can Help Reduce Depression and Anxiety
Almost half of the Australian population will experience a mental health disorder in their lifetime. Depression and anxiety are classified as two separate disorders but can be experienced together. Exercise not only has a range of physical benefits but psychological benefits too, research shows that by participating in exercise it can be beneficial if you […]
Treat Lower Back Pain Without Surgery or Medication
Lower back pain (LBP) affects many people throughout their lifetimes, ranging from acute to chronic stages. Non-specific LBP accounts for about 80-90% cases, with the remaining caused by LBP with specific pathology or serious/systemic pathology. It is important to know that movement can be medicine without needing to use medication or surgery. When it comes […]
The Positive Effect of Exercise on Diabetes
Diabetes is a metabolic condition where the body cannot convert glucose from into energy properly, which results in accumulation of glucose in the bloodstream. It is broken into 3 groups: T1dm, T2dm, and gestational diabetes. T1dm, is where the beta cells in the pancreas are destroyed by the immune system so less insulin is produced, […]
