by Chris De Dear | Nov 1, 2023 | General, Health Tips
What are ACBT Exercises? ACBT stands for Active Cycle of Breathing Techniques and are for people who have lung or respiratory conditions which make clearing excess sputum or phlegm from their lungs difficult. It is important to clear this sputum/phlegm as not doing so...
by Chris De Dear | Nov 1, 2023 | General, Health Tips
It’s Winter which means that sports such as football, soccer, basketball, and netball just to name a few, are back in full swing. These sports all involve running at high speed, jumping and change of direction. These are all ways that a person can sprain their...
by watsoniaphysiotherapy | Nov 1, 2023 | General, Health Tips
Have you caught the golfing bug after watching the Masters or are you a regular golfer? Either way this short blog may be of interest to you. Below we describe some key elements to the golf swing and outline some ways to train for better performance and injury...
by watsoniaphysiotherapy | Nov 1, 2023 | General, Health Tips
What exactly are the benefits of receiving massage? Useful for all of the conditions listed below and more massage can: Alleviate pain and improve range of motion. Assist with shorter, easier labour for expectant mothers and shorten maternity hospital stays. Ease...
by watsoniaphysiotherapy | Nov 1, 2023 | General, Health Tips
BACK PAIN AND AGING It is well known that everyone develops a degree of arthritis as we age. This arthritis continues to increase as we get older and is a completely natural and normal process. HOWEVER, DID YOU KNOW that you are most likely to suffer low back pain...
by watsoniaphysiotherapy | Nov 1, 2023 | General, Health Tips
Are you suffering persistent pain in your Achilles? Too often we are overly conservative in the way we manage pain. Rest is not the solution Avoiding aggravating activities may eventually reduce your pain however once you return to these activities (usually ones we...
