Now one thing I have found as an Exercise Physiologist and Yoga Teacher, is that a traditional yoga practice is not necessarily for everyone. It can ...
We've had a number of clients reach out to us in the last few weeks expressing that it's more difficult at the moment to get a good handle on their ...
We totally appreciate at the moment that some of our clients are experiencing more aches and pains than they’re usually accustomed to, and we get it. ...
If you have recently been diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) or a Spondyloarthropathy (SpA), some Rheumatologists might look to refer you to ...
Picture this: You’re up and walking about, doing some shopping – you’re got some large bags, heavy with food for the week. You are done for the day, ...
Life can absolutely get stressful and overwhelming at times…Often in those moments of stress, you may notice that your breathing becomes shallow, and ...
So you have just gotten back into the swing of things, and have managed to do a great exercise session. Congrats! During and after the session, you ...
When you are in pain, we know how difficult it can be to figure out which health professional to choose. At BJC Health, we are lucky enough to have a ...
Happy New Year! From all of us here at BJC Health, we hope all of you had a safe and relaxing break. Mine was a great combination of time spent with ...
Many of my family, patients and friends love walking- and for good reason. Done regularly it can be great for socialising, exploring, health, sleep ...
We have all had those days where our exercise session seems a whole lot harder than usual…when we push but it feels like there is just no gas left in ...
Summer is just around the corner, and many people use the nice sunny weather to get out and enjoy some time in the garden, a longer walk, or perhaps ...
Walking is one of the most accessible forms of exercise for all of us to do. You don’t need a gym membership, you don’t need any equipment, and you ...
When it comes to exercise, at some point we’ve all said or heard the age-old saying of “No Pain, No Gain” or “Feel the Burn” (Thanks Jane Fonda). The ...
Have you ever pulled up sore after too much time in the garden? Or perhaps you ended up extending your walk by quite a bit due to the glorious, only ...
Are you often waking up in the morning not feeling refreshed? Do you regularly feel washed out and unable to complete the things you start? Have you ...
We appreciate that a lot of individuals steer well clear of running, for fear of pain, injury, or an exacerbation of any niggles they may have. For ...
I now know from first hand experience, that using crutches can be a blessing and a curse. Whilst they can help give you some freedom and comfort when ...
As an Exercise Physiologist, I believe that it isn’t enough to build muscle and become fitter. Flexibility is just as important for your health and ...
If you've ever tried to search for what the best treatment for osteoarthritis involves, then am sure it wasn't long before the promise of stem cells, ...
Are you a desk warrior who has started feeling discomfort in your lower back? If you sit at a desk for a decent chunk of time, it is not surprising ...
You might have seen some sunny Spanish pictures over on our facebook page recently, as both myself and Irwin were lucky enough to attend the European ...
Many of my clients understand the importance and benefits associated with exercise. However, a number of them also struggle to know where to begin! ...
If you’ve had hip bursitis you’ll certainly appreciate what a pain in the butt it can be- pun intended! For all of my patients with this condition, ...
Naturally, our bodies go through an ageing process. As we get older, we lose some of the ability we had in our youth. Joints can stiffen and muscles ...
When you’re in a new shopping centre or café, do you automatically scan for where the closest toilet is? Do you go to the bathroom more than 8 times ...
Happy Exercise Right Week! If you weren't aware, this week is a part of an annual nation-wide campaign. Both celebrating the great work that Exercise ...
My dad recently fractured his ankle whilst taking a small tumble down his stairs at home. Poor dad! Thankfully, he didn't require surgery and he has ...
Angela returned to me feeling disappointed that she hadn’t been able to stick to the 10-15 minute exercise routine we’d developed to help her lower ...
Everyone knows the benefits of exercise, and if you’ve read my last blog, you’ll know how to start. But how do you stay motivated? We know that long ...
Happy International Women's Day to all of our fabulous readers! This special day presents a wonderful opportunity for me to celebrate all the women ...
The dreaded ankle sprain. My patient came into the clinic having stepped off a curbside without thinking. She simply landed the wrong way as she came ...
I am sure many of you have heard of the pelvic floor at some point... right? But did you know that the pelvic floor has 5 roles? That's right, 5!!! ...
One of my clients Samantha was recently told that she might have Lupus. Understandably, there was a mild sense of panic and fear associated with this ...
First and foremost… Happy New Year! Myself and the team at BJC Health hope that you have a successful year on all fronts and you are recharged after ...
As the end of the year approaches, many of our clients have a common wish on their wishlist… better health! For some, this wish is related to their ...
‘Tis the season to be merry… a great time of year for many reasons, but Christmas certainly provides a challenge to our regular fitness routines. The ...
And just like that, Spring is here! Warmer mornings, longer evenings and the knowledge that winter is on its way out is enough to get my smiling :) ...
I’ve been a musculoskeletal physiotherapist for the last few years. Having over 20 years of dance expertise myself, I've always had a strong interest ...
Have you ever signed up for a walking or running event to help motivate you to get active? Or joined an office challenge like Step-tember? Or set out ...
Steve presented like many Plantar Fasciitis patients that I have seen. Frustrated, annoyed and pretty fed up. He had become increasingly frustrated ...
Being sidelined with an ankle injury (yet another one!) has been really tough. It’s been hard watching my basketball team from the sidelines not able ...
It's that time of year again! For those of you who haven't heard of it, Exercise Right Week is a national campaign to help inspire all Australians to ...
If you follow our feed on Facebook, you probably enjoyed (or got sick of) seeing a strong contingent of the BJC team running amuck down in Melbourne ...
As a keen basketballer (and all round cool dude) I’ve had my fair share of injuries over the years. My knee, ankles, lower back and neck have all had ...
Lucy has been coming to our clinic for some time. She is a regular in our group sessions, (often attending first thing in the early morning!) and has ...
Are you keen on increasing your activity levels but you are in pain? Are you interested in starting a new exercise routine but unsure as to where to ...
Myself and Robyn Yin are up in sunny Brisbane attending the bi-annual Exercise and Sports Science conference. Our association (ESSA) puts together a ...
There is plenty of good evidence supporting the benefits of interval training. Helps with weight loss? Tick Helps with improving fitness? Tick Able ...
As a physio, I’m asked at least once per day whether creams or ointments can help reduce pain. Most of you reading have probably tried at least one ...
The benefits of resistance training are well documented. Here at BJC Health, we know how a tailored and gradually progressed strength program can be ...
Watching any professional sport these days, I’m always surprised by the number of players who have rigid and kinesiotape all over their bodies. From ...
Happy New Year to you all! Hope you are starting the year refreshed after a good break and feel ready for all that may be in store for 2018. After a ...
The prospect of having a joint replacement surgery can be daunting. It is common to feel nervous or even anxious about the surgery itself, and worry ...
After careful consideration, you or a loved one have decided to book a joint replacement surgery. So what do we recommend you need to do before the ...
Lyn came to our clinic with her recent Bone Mineral Density (BMD) results in hand. She was concerned that her results meant she was now osteopenic. ...
One of our recent blogs discussed what types of exercise are safe for those with Ankylosing Spondylitis. If you missed out, click here to read more. ...
Anyone who knows me will know how much I love a good squat. When the technique is crisp, the individual is confident, and the movement occurs in an ...
With the lovely warm weather in Sydney this past weekend, my running shoes called. A few of my clients must have felt the same way. One of them wrote ...
A common worry for those diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS), is “What kind of exercise is safe for me?” Exercise is an important part of gold ...
Are you becoming less active due to pain - and is that stopping you from acting like your age? For the past ten years Tom had suffered from low back ...
Have you ever had some neck tightness that thankfully just went away on its own? Or perhaps a sore muscle which despite resting started to interrupt ...
Over dinner this weekend, a friend of mine asked for my professional opinion. A couple of weeks ago, he had changed his running shoes and then went ...
As Physio’s and EP’s, we spend a fair chunk of our day answering questions about what our clients can and can’t do. How much is too much? Can I walk? ...
Do you stretch before your run or exercise session? If you wander down to your local park run or Saturday morning soccer game, you would probably see ...
Knees seem to be the flavour of the month. This May, articles discussing knee pain have featured not just at BJC Health, but also in the Australian ...
The knee is one of the most commonly injured sites of the body. Did you know osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common cause of knee pain for those over ...
So your treating doctor or physiotherapist informs you that you have arthritis. Words like wear and tear, degenerative changes and my least favourite ...
A complex question. One I got asked today in the clinic and have been asked in various ways before. I was discussing with a client how she wanted to ...
Do these look familiar? Most people have at least one, if not both of the above stashed somewhere at home. The question is when should you use a heat ...
Anterior knee pain is one of the most common injuries in the sporting world. Last week at Coastrek, this statistic seemed right on the mark. Over 50% ...
March 2017 marks my 10th year as a physio. The road has been bumpy with steep learning curves on the way but at the end of it, I find myself working ...
Ummmm.. YES! A recent inservice with our Allied Health team reminded me just how difficult it can be to effectively change our behaviour. Our daily ...
I am working with a few clients at the moment who are preparing for Coastrek 2017. For those of you that don’t know, Coastrek is a team walking event ...
Have too many leftovers during the Christmas festivities left you feeling a few kilos heavier? Or is work finally manageable so you have a few extra ...
Tis the season to be jolly! Celebrations aplenty, food overflowing and drinks in abundance! Not hard to see why it is the most wonderful time of the ...
Neck pain is one of the most common injuries I see as a physio, and one of the trickiest injuries to prevent from recurring. This is largely because ...
Recent statistics from the Australian Bureau of Statistics indicate that 38% of Australians participate in physical activity. It’s no surprise that ...
Back pain is one of the most common muscle and joint injuries in Australia. It effects 70-90% of the population and it can be very debilitating. As a ...
“I want to start yoga or pilates to help with my back pain” This is a common comment of back pain suffers at their initial physiotherapy assessment. ...
Many women who fall pregnant are unsure about what exercise to do, and how much during the exciting time. Often there is a lot going on when you find ...
It’s hard to keep up with changes that happen in the world of footwear. Just like technology, it's always changing. A few weeks ago, our BJC Health ...
This would have to be the most common question I get asked on a weekly basis. For most people, it is a difficult decision to know who to see when you ...
Dr Jim Bertouch received the prestigious “Service award” at this year’s Australian Rheumatology Association Conference, and he was able to enlighten ...
It is well known how difficult it is to maintain good posture in prolonged sitting or standing positions. Unfortunately, most of our population spend ...
For many people that suffer with arthritis, the thought of lifting weights can be quite daunting. You may also be thinking, “How can lifting weights ...
Colouring books, apps and meditation centres are popping up everywhere. There are almost monthly articles in the newspapers proclaiming its benefits. ...
Most people will be able to state what they think a physiotherapist does. Many, however, have never heard of exercise physiologists. At BJC Health, ...
We are more than a jumble of bones, muscles and nerves. Pain is not purely caused by physical injury. Science and medicine in present day is really ...
It's nearly that time of year again where BJC Health celebrates Exercise Right Week (23rd - 29th May 2016). Our Exercise Physiologists are once again ...
"So you’re saying it’s all in my head? My pain is real” can be a patient response when discussing pain. Explaining pain to patients is challenging. ...
There are many four letter words in the English language. Which one pops into your head? In the physiotherapy world, the most common four letter word ...
This week's post is from Jacqueline Chang, one of our Parramatta physios. Her areas of expertise include chronic pain and muscle energy techniques. ...
ANZAC day usually conjures images of a crumbly Anzac Biscuit or a pint of beer with a game of two-up at the pub. However, this year will be a little ...
For many years now, research has suggested the lack of efficacy in using “machines” to help manage tendon injuries. Some of you may be familiar with ...
It is a very exciting time in the world of tendons as there is emerging research which is changing the way I manage my patients with tendinopathies. ...
The most important step in managing any tendinopathy injury is load modification. Patients will commonly present to me with a mechanical tendinopathy ...
Last year, we spoke to many of you about what you wanted to see changed in the Exercise Physiology (EP) roster at BJC Health. Many of you said that ...
Most people associate osteoarthritis (OA) with the elderly. This should come as no surprise as statistics suggest that by age 65 more than 50% will ...
Until I started working at BJC Health, rheumatology was a very foreign concept to me. I had heard of ankylosing spondylitis, rheumatoid arthritis and ...
Below is a transcript of a discussion between myself and one of our BJC physiotherapists, Rachael Butterworth about how to perform the Tragus to Wall ...
Below is a transcript of a discussion between myself and one of our BJC physiotherapists, Rachael Butterworth about how to perform the Hip Abduction ...
Below is a transcript of a discussion between myself and one of our BJC physiotherapists, Rachael Butterworth about how to perform the Cervical Spine ...
Below is a transcript of a discussion between myself and one of our BJC physiotherapists, Rachael Butterworth about how to perform the Lumbar Spine ...
With an increasing amount of fun runs, mud runs, half marathons and full marathons taking place every year around Australia, it is imperative to have ...
The Functional Movement Screen (FMS) is a continuation from the Selective Functional Movement Assessment. The Functional movement screen helps assess ...
Our physiotherapists at BJC Health believe it is important to have a thorough assessment completed if you are coming to see us with an injury or with ...
Week three of MOVE-mber is upon us, which means we are officially over the halfway point! How did you go in the first half of MOVE-mber? Did you get ...
Movember is officially upon us, and it’s time to get moving! Each week of Movember, we will be posting 7 activities to keep you moving for at least ...
Image: Ginny I’m sure many of you have heard of Movember, and may have even supported it yourself by growing a moustache in support of men’s health. ...
I was fortunate enough to attend the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s (APA) national conference recently on the Gold Coast. I was enlightened ...
Up until this year, our physiotherapy team lived in the dark ages. In a world full of technology, I was still handing out exercise sheets on paper, ...
