Move for Better Health

12/10/2025

💡 Physio PD 💡

Last Friday our physio team got together for a professional development session!

Pete presented on how to effectively plan out a series of treatment, in line with clinical reasoning.

Jonathan also presented on the topic 'Making Sense of Pain,' and discussed on how to manage pain with overall conditioning and wellbeing.

It's always great for our physio team to catch up and develop their skills!

10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day 💚

This year’s theme is “Access to Services: Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies,"" and it reminds us how vital support is during life's most difficult moments.
At Move for Better Health, we’re proud to all work together to play our part in building a world where mental health care is accessible to all, especially when it's needed most.

04/10/2025

🌟 iNform Health and Fitness presents their seminar Staying Sharp: Strategies for Mental Clarity and Stress Control 🌟

Maintaining clarity under pressure is fundamental to effective decision-making and sustained performance. This seminar explores how targeted physical activity can enhance focus, improve productivity, and build resilience against stress.

What you’ll learn:
🧠 Brain Function Blueprints: the latest science on exercise and cognitive performance.
💪 Stress Resilience Strategies: using movement to regulate stress and prevent burnout.
⏱ Actionable Exercise Protocols: practical, time-efficient methods tailored for demanding schedules.

📅 Saturday 14th October, 6:30pm
📍 iNform Malvern, 277 Unley Road, Malvern
🎟 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/staying-sharp-strategies-for-mental-clarity-and-stress-control-tickets-1681412533149?aff=oddtdtcreator

📅 Saturday 18th October, 2:00pm
📍 iNform Norwood, 9 Kensington Road, Norwood
🎟 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/staying-sharp-strategies-for-mental-clarity-and-stress-control-tickets-1681393656689?aff=oddtdtcreator

We look forward to seeing you there!

01/10/2025

Living with joint pain, stiffness, or swelling, especially if you also have psoriasis, might be more than just wear and tear. Psoriatic Arthritis is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects both small and large joints, commonly in the fingers, toes, spine, neck, or pelvis. While it often follows the onset of skin psoriasis, not everyone with psoriatic arthritis shows visible skin symptoms.

The condition can be unpredictable, flaring at times and easing off at others, and no two people experience it the same way. Symptoms vary widely in location, intensity, and progression. That’s why early diagnosis and individualised care are essential.

Although there’s no cure, effective treatment can reduce symptoms, manage flare-ups, and help prevent long-term joint damage. A gold-standard approach includes a combination of medication, education, exercise, sleep and lifestyle support, and this is where Allied Health professionals like Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists play a vital role.

At the core of our treatment is a personalised plan that helps improve movement, reduce discomfort, and support your overall wellbeing. With the right support team, living well with psoriatic arthritis is absolutely possible.

👉 If you or someone you know is experiencing joint pain with or without psoriasis, speak to your healthcare provider about assessment and referral options. You can find out more inforamtion here: https://moveforbetterhealth.com.au/common-health-problems/psoriatic-arthritis/

29/09/2025

This World Heart Day, Don’t Miss a Beat ❤️

1 in 5 people will die early from cardiovascular disease (CVD) —
a leading cause of death, claiming more lives than cancer and chronic respiratory diseases combined.

But here’s the good news:
Up to 80% of heart disease and stroke cases are preventable.
And it starts with movement.

At Move for Better Health, we’re here to help you take control of your heart health — one step, one session, one heartbeat at a time. From clinical exercise physiology, iNform's CardioMotiv program, physio-led exercise classes, individual training to group classes — we offer a range of options to suit every body and every level of fitness. You can read more about World Heart Day here: https://world-heart-federation.org/world-heart-day/about-whd/

25/09/2025

As finals season heats up, every training session, game, and recovery moment counts. Whether you're pushing for peak performance or managing late-season niggles, staying healthy and game-ready is key, not just for success now, but for your long-term performance and wellbeing!

At Move for Better Health, we work with athletes of all ages and abilities across a wide range of sports - from football and soccer to netball, dance, gymnastics, and everything in between. Our allied health team is here to support you and your team through every stage of the season.

Whether you’re dealing with:
🔹 Acute injuries that need fast, expert assessment
🔹 Persistent niggles that could signal something more
🔹 Load-related issues like tendon pain or stress injuries
🔹 Foot or footwear concerns affecting performance
🔹 Off-season strength & conditioning planning
🔹 Or simply want to prepare smarter for your next season

We can help with personalised assessments, treatment, and training advice to keep you moving at your best. Our services include screenings, supervised gym programs, Pilates and yoga, and ongoing support tailored to you or your team.

🏆 Finals are important but so is your future in sport. Let’s keep you strong, fit, and ready for what’s next. You can read more about our sports injury management on our website here: https://moveforbetterhealth.com.au/treatment-options/sports-injuries/

22/09/2025

✨ What does it take to truly perform at your best – not just physically, but mentally and emotionally too?

In this blog, Max Martin from iNform Health & Fitness Solutions shares their approach to Optimised Executive Performance – combining movement, recovery, and mindset strategies to help people in demanding roles build resilience, reduce stress, and sustain high performance over the long term 🧠

Whether you're an executive, entrepreneur, or simply navigating a busy life, this is a thoughtful and practical take on how allied health and exercise physiology can support your wellbeing.

👏 Thanks to Max and the iNform team for sharing this holistic approach to thriving under pressure!

📖 Read the full blog here:

iNform's Approach to Optimised Executive Performance provides a personalised approach of exercise physiology, offering you a health coaching service to optimise your current, and future health and performance.

20/09/2025

As we move into spring, many people are still dealing with the after-effects of winter — especially when it comes to foot health. If your toes were red, swollen, or intensely itchy during the colder months, you may have experienced chilblains — a common condition caused by cold, damp weather affecting circulation in the toes.

At AC Podiatry Adelaide, we regularly see chilblains during winter and help patients not only manage their symptoms but also understand how to prevent them in the future.

Chilblains typically occur when cold exposure is followed by sudden warming, which disrupts normal blood flow in the small vessels of the toes. Wet conditions and tight footwear can make symptoms worse, and without proper care, chilblains can become recurring or lead to further complications.

Even though the weather is warming up, now is a great time to check in on any lingering symptoms — or get advice on how to protect your feet next winter.

Our expert podiatrists are here to support you with professional chilblains treatment, recovery tips, and preventative care.

👉 Book an appointment today to speak with our team

18/09/2025

We recently held our quarterly internal conference!

Big thanks to the Fullarton Park Centre for hosting all of our team for an afternoon of learning, team building and connection! We kicked off the afternoon with an interesting presentation about the interplay between mental health and exercise from Dr Neralie Cain from NLC Psychology and Dr Nathan Harten from iNform. This led into some great multi-disciplinary teams discussions, and a wonderful afternoon all together!

16/09/2025

As September draws to a close, we’re celebrating the amazing people who make Move for Better Health such a supportive and welcoming place to work and receive care! This month, we marked a number of birthdays and work anniversaries within our wonderful team.

At the start of the month, Andrea Castello celebrated 18 years since founding AC Podiatry. Andrea works between our Malvern and Magill clinics, and his leadership, expertise, and dedication have been instrumental in shaping the AC Podiatry team into what it is today.

Patrick Carson, a valued member of NLC Psychology, celebrated 4 years working from our Malvern clinic. His compassionate approach has made a real difference to many clients.

We also celebrated birthdays across our team. Happy Birthday to Max Martin, Co-Director of iNform Health & Fitness Solutions, whose leadership and vision help drive our mission to support lifelong movement and wellbeing. Max works across our Malvern gym and Norwood iNform clinic. Our admin team had plenty to celebrate this month as well, with Georgie Harvey marking 2 years with us — her calm presence and attention to detail keep things running smoothly. Kate Wood had a double celebration this September — 5 years with us and her birthday! Thank you, Kate, for your warmth, professionalism, and ongoing support. Chloe Tziavrangos, another much-loved admin team member, also celebrated her birthday — her friendly face and positive energy brighten every clinic she works in.

And last but certainly not least, Elyse Sutcliffe, our General Manager, celebrated her birthday this month. Elyse keeps our clinics running smoothly, supporting both practitioners and clients with grace, skill, and endless energy.

We’re incredibly lucky to work with such a kind, capable, and dedicated team. Thank you all for the incredible work you do — and happy birthday and anniversary to everyone who celebrated this September! 💙

08/09/2025

Today is World Physio Day!✨Thank you to our wonderful team of physios, we're so lucky to be surrounded by such fantastic people & allied health professionals!

This year's World Physio Day theme is healthy ageing. This is something we talk about often, so we can help our clients stay strong, steady, and independent as long as possible.

You can read more here on healthy ageing and what our team can do to help - https://moveforbetterhealth.com.au/world-physio-day-2025/

04/09/2025

Did you know we run a dedicated Men’s Health Class every Saturday morning at our Malvern clinic? These small-group sessions are designed to support men in building strength, improving mobility, and staying active - not just for fitness, but for overall health, confidence, and connection.

Led by Senior Exercise Scientist Tim Pittorino, the class offers a welcoming and supportive environment where participants can challenge themselves, train safely, and work towards their individual goals as part of a like-minded group. Each session includes a well-rounded mix of strength, power, mobility, and balance training, tailored specifically for men’s health needs.

Whether you're looking to regain momentum or push yourself further, it’s a great way to start your weekend feeling strong and supported.