One of the most common questions I encounter as a sports physiotherapist is, "Should I use heat or ice for my injury?" With so much conflicting advice, it’s no wonder patients are confused. Some swear by ice, others by heat, and some suggest a combination of both. This blog breaks down the principles behind heat and ice therapy, explaining when and how each should be used. Discover the best approach for your recovery and get back to your best self!

Discover the secrets behind dynamic and static warm-ups! Are you unsure which stretching method is best for your workout routine? Dive into our blog to explore the benefits of dynamic movements and targeted stretches.

Whether you're hitting the gym or going for a run, find out how to optimise your warm-up to enhance performance and prevent injury. Get ready to elevate your fitness game with the perfect pre-workout routine!

Elevate your lifestyle with a game-changing tool – sleep. Scientifically proven to enhance muscle recovery and performance, sleep hygiene is your ticket to optimal fitness and a healthy life. Check out this blog for tips on harnessing the power of quality shut-eye for maximum gains.

We’re seeing from evidence that good recovery is more important than ever. But even though we know recovery is crucial, it often gets brushed aside. We spend far longer programming our training sessions than looking at our recovery. In this blog we look at our own 100 point recovery system to help you nail those recovery goals!

Many believe that the daily hustle and bustle, jam-packed with tasks and responsibilities, means they're ticking the box for physical activity. But wait, is this link as straightforward as it seems? In this blog we unpack the correlation (or lack there of) between being busy and being active.

We're all familiar with the mantra: exercise is good for you. Yet, it's more than a mere slogan—it's an understatement. Exercise is a necessity, not an option. It's a life-extending, disease-fighting, and mood-enhancing powerhouse. In this blog we explore why exercising isn more than a recommendation; it's a crucial investment in your overall well-being.

Ever wondered why your physio asks such personal questions about your lifestyle? We use SNAPSS to understand how your lifestyle might affect your pain and recovery. In this blog, we look at why it’s important and how it understanding you as an individual and getting you back on track faster.

Ever been told to sit up straight to avoid back pain? It's advice we've all heard, but what if we told you there's more to the story?

This blog dives into the surprising truth about posture and pain. Recent studies are challenging the conventional wisdom, suggesting that the link between how we sit or stand and our discomfort might not be as straightforward as we once believed.

This blog looks at why a “slipped disc” is an incorrect and unhelpful way of thinking about back pain.

In this blog we look at the World Health Organization and Australian Government guidelines for physical activity, and give you some of examples of how that might look practically.

Did you know we haven’t been doing RICE for over 2 decades?

In this blog, we look at why we haven’t been doing Rest and Ice, and what the acronym has changed to when it comes to dealing with soft tissue injuries, like rolled ankles and sprained wrists.

We’re in the business of caring - but what does that even look like in practice?

It’s not about us, it’s about you.

What is evidence based practice? How do physiotherapists take current research and apply it in the clinic setting?

Everyone is unique, so shouldn’t your treatment be too? This blog touches on two people with the same injury (e.g. hamstring tear) might have very different treatment plans.