The pelvic floor muscles are the muscles that line the base of the pelvis and have a role in maintaining continence and supporting the pelvic organs. Most people are aware of weak pelvic floor muscles after having children, but did you know that the pelvic floor muscles can also be overactive and turn on too […]
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Myofascial release therapy is a technique used by qualified massage therapists to relieve pain and muscle tension related to fascial immobility. To understand how this therapy works, let me explain what fascia is and the role that it plays in everyday life. Fascia is the connective tissue that weaves continuously throughout the entire body, surrounding
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First off, what does a pelvic health physio do? A pelvic health physio treats and manages women and men suffering from problems related to bladder, bowel or sexual functioning. I hear you ask…. “Is it really worth a visit to the pelvic health physio when all they are going to do is tell me to
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Pain in Children Series; Niggling Knee PainPart 2 of the Pain in Children Series. See Part 1; Pain in Children here; https://www.midlandphysio.com.au/pain-in-children/ In our last blog covering pain in children, we discussed niggling pain; the type that comes on over time and doesn’t necessarily have a clear cause or mechanism of injury. Today I want
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Just like during all stages of our lives, exercise during pregnancy is vital to ensure not only our physical but also our mental health. Research has shown that regular exercise during this time can have many benefits. Read more here.
Getting the body (and bump) moving! Read More »
Pilates has so many benefits for so many people. I have been teaching and completing my own sessions for 12 years. For those of you yet to discover the magic of Pilates let me share some information with you!
Pilates Explained! Read More »
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