Have you heard of Osgood-Schlatter disease? It’s a common cause of knee pain and swelling in children. In this blog, we take an in-depth look at the condition and discuss: What causes Osgood-Schlatter disease, Which children are susceptible to the condition, How it is diagnoses, and Common treatments prescribed to children with the disease. Before…
If the outside of your hip aches when you lie on that side, climb stairs or stand around for a while, gluteal tendinopathy is one of the most likely causes. The best-supported gluteal tendinopathy treatment combines two things. The first is learning how to take pressure off the irritated tendon in everyday life. The second…
Are you searching for a trusted Brisbane physiotherapist to diagnose the cause of your hip pain and develop a tailored treatment plan? Look no further! North West Physio has qualified therapists at four (4) convenient locations across Brisbane – Nundah, Eatons Hill, Everton Park and Keperra. Book online here. Don’t suffer in pain. Take the…
One of the most common causes of hip pain in trochanteric bursitis, which is why we’ve put together this blog outlining some exercises we commonly prescribe for clients who present with this problem. *Important Note: Each individual is different and if you think you have the condition, you should seek advice from a health professional…
In this blog we discuss five (5) ways to take care of your spine. There are so many things that can lead to back pain, such as poor core strength, bad posture and tight joints. Back pain can be debilitating, so if you are experiencing pain, it’s important to seek a professional diagnosis, so you…
The best sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction exercises combine gentle mobility work to settle pain with targeted strengthening for your core, glutes and hips. Together they help steady the pelvis and take pressure off the SI joint. If you’ve been searching for sacroiliac joint dysfunction physical therapy exercises, you’re in the right place. Here in Australia…
As each decade passes, life seems to get busier; our responsibilities and lifestyles change, and for some of us exercising and staying active can be really difficult. So, in this blog, we delve into how often a 30-year-old should exercise, how regularly you should incorporate strength and cardio in your 30s, and how your workouts…
Staying active is important at every age, but in this blog we look at why exercise is vital for kids. Parents who want to give their children the best start to life should encourage regular movement and healthy eating habits. In this article we list: 9 benefits of exercise for children, Strength exercises for kids, and Cardio…