Home office ergonomics is something many office workers have had to prioritise during 2020 as many of us adapt to working from home. But while an ergonomic home office set up is important to avoid or minimise injury and pain, it’s not something everyone is equipped for. In this blog we take a look at…
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Are you experiencing pain or is a condition causing you grief, and you need urgent treatment or don’t have time during the week to see a physio? North West Physiotherapy Everton Park has good news, we’ve now got more appointments available on Sunday’s. We’ve had one physio available every Sunday morning for the past six months, but are…
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Whether you’re pregnant or already a mum, you may be wondering what diastasis recti is? Also known as abdominal separation, diastasis recti occurs when the connective tissue in between the long abdominal muscles stretch – typically during pregnancy – and cause the abdominal muscles to separate. The good news is, it’s quite common during pregnancy and by working…
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When the time comes to visit a trusted women’s health physio Brisbane, the team of professionals at North West Physiotherapy are here to help. We understand that a woman’s body experiences significant changes throughout life – from teenage years through to menopause and beyond. Our qualified women’s health physiotherapists concentrate on strengthening pelvic floor muscles…
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Weak pelvic floor muscles can lead to pelvic organ prolapse, lower back pain or incontinence, so if you’re experiencing any of these issues it might be time to make an appointment with a pelvic floor physio Brisbane. At North West Physio, a number of our therapists have specialised training in women’s health and will be…
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If you’ve just welcomed a new baby into the world, or you’re preparing for the birth of your child, we’re here to help with all your postnatal physiotherapy Brisbane needs. While it can be challenging to prioritise your self-care and health during the 4th trimester, our women’s health specialists are here to help with a…
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The experienced team at North West Physio have put together 5 of the best stretches to do while working from home. Just because you’re confined to your desk for a number of hours each day, doesn’t mean you have to lose mobility or experience pain because of it. Stretching on a regular basis can prevent stiffness and help…
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Why? There’s an ever-growing amount of research that goes back approximately 20 years that demonstrates the performance enhancement and injury mitigation benefits of strength training in endurance athletes. Cycling is included. Cycling, in all of its forms (track, mountain bike, road) is essentially about the ability to generate power. Yes cardiovascular capabilities are important, but…
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