FirstIn Physio Pty Ltd

10/04/2026

That “drug” is called exercise.
Research shows:
• Women with higher fitness levels were up to ~90% less likely to develop dementia and Alzheimer’s
• Strength training helps preserve memory centres in the brain
• Just 2x/week can make a difference

Why?
Because lifting boosts brain-protective chemicals and helps keep your brain tissue healthier for longer. Strength training isn’t just about muscle… it may help protect against Alzheimer’s too.

Bottom line:
Your gym session = future-proofing your brain 🧠 Don’t know where to start? Carrying injuries? Want company? Join one of our weekly classes taught by University-qualified Professionals or even better - join a few! Yoga, Pilates, Bone Builder, Strength and Conditioning, Spin and Falls and Balance - call 47837284 to book 🙌🤓

09/04/2026

Looking forward to our Pilates fix tomorrow morning - see you there! Bookings essential 😁

08/04/2026

“How many Physios does it take to solve an IT issue?”

“How long can 5 Physios sit still without getting up to stretch/move/sit on a Swiss ball” (it wasn’t long!)

“What is this strange technical device they call a laptop, that’s not a human body - I can’t do anything with that!”

Your turn!😁
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07/04/2026

And that’s a wrap on our 2026 official Run Group sessions! What a way to kick off the year hitting huge goals. We can’t wait to see this group of legends (a few missing from the pics 🤓) continue their running journey throughout the race season, not many sleeps now until the Burdekin Sugar Rush - who is going to come along and give it a go at this great local event?!

06/04/2026

And last but not least….our* Hand Therapist Lauren! *Not technically on our payroll but most definitely one of the First In Physio family ☺️ Can’t imagine not having her friendly face in our clinic, not to mention her willingness to answer all of our complex hand-related treatment questions 😅🤭

06/04/2026

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03/04/2026

Before you come for us… no, we’re not about to start prescribing a block of Dairy Milk instead of rehab (although… tempting).

BUT there is some science behind why chocolate can make you feel better when you’re sore, injured, or just over it:

🍫 Endorphin boost
Chocolate can stimulate the release of endorphins — your body’s natural painkillers. Same family as your beloved “runner’s high.”

🍫 Serotonin support
It may increase serotonin levels, which can improve mood and reduce pain perception. Translation: things don’t hurt less, you just care slightly less about them.

🍫 Flavanols (the good stuff)
Dark chocolate (we’re talking ~70%+) contains flavanols that may help reduce inflammation and improve blood flow. Basically, it’s the “green juice” of the dessert world.

🍫 Magnesium content
Helpful for muscle relaxation and reducing cramps — your tight calves might approve.

BUT (there’s always a but):

🚫 It’s not a substitute for strength work
🚫 It won’t fix your tendon load management
🚫 And no, increasing dosage doesn’t equal better outcomes (nice try)

Physio-approved take: sometimes pain science is complex…
…and sometimes it’s just 🍫 + movement + vibes.
So…Happy Easter you good thing! Go do those exercises your Physio prescribed then follow it up with some hard earned chocolate 😂🤌

02/04/2026

🐎 “Do you have to be fit to ride a horse?”

Short answer: yes… but probably not in the way you think.

Horse riding isn’t just “sitting there looking elegant” (sorry, Pinterest 🤭). It’s actually a full-body workout disguised as a hobby.

From a physio perspective, here’s what riding really demands:

👉 Core strength
You’re constantly stabilising your trunk while a 500kg animal moves beneath you. That’s deep core, not just abs-for-the-beach.

👉 Hip mobility + control
Your hips need to absorb movement, guide direction, and maintain alignment — stiff hips = bouncy, inefficient riding (and often a sore back).

👉 Adductor strength
Yes, your inner thighs will be working overtime. If they’re weak, you’ll fatigue fast and rely on compensations.

👉 Balance + proprioception
You’re reacting to a moving surface the entire time. It’s basically dynamic balance training… with consequences if you switch off 😅

👉 Postural endurance
It’s not about brute strength — it’s about holding good positions for long periods without collapsing into your lower back.

💡 The kicker?
You don’t need to be “gym fit” to start riding… but improving your strength, control, and mobility will:
✔️ Make you a better rider
✔️ Reduce fatigue
✔️ Lower injury risk (for you AND your horse)

🚨 Common physio issues we see in riders:
• Low back pain
• Hip tightness or impingement
• Adductor strains
• Neck/shoulder tension

🏇 Physio tip:
If you ride, train like an athlete:
– Dead bugs & anti-rotation core work
– Hip mobility drills
– Adductor strengthening (Copenhagen planks 👀)
– Balance work

Because the better YOU move… the better your horse can too.

01/04/2026

Call 47837284 to book your Physio appointment outside of the public holidays. Have a wonderful Easter, we hope the Easter bunny is very generous! 🐣 🍫

01/04/2026

🏃‍♀️ Hot take: Running your long runs slow is not lazy… it’s elite behaviour.

Yes, I know. Your ego wants you to turn every long run into a low-budget Olympics qualifier.
But your physiology is sitting there like: “ma’am… please relax.”

Here’s why slowing it down actually makes you FASTER 👇

🧠 1. You build the real engine (aerobic base)
Slow runs train your body to use oxygen more efficiently, improve mitochondrial density (aka your muscle’s tiny power plants), and increase capillary networks.
Translation: you can run faster without feeling like you’re being chased by a bear.

🔥 2. You spare the burnout (and your tendons thank you)
Hammering every long run = fatigue, injury risk, and eventually hating your life.
Running easy keeps your load sustainable so you can actually string weeks together — which is where the magic happens.

💪 3. You improve fat utilisation
At slower paces, your body gets better at using fat for fuel.
Meaning on race day, you don’t bonk at 30km and start questioning every life decision you’ve ever made.

⚡ 4. You save speed for when it matters
If every run is hard… none of them are.
Easy long runs = you’re actually fresh enough to nail your intervals, tempo runs, and race day pace.

📉 5. Your pace will naturally improve anyway
Plot twist: as your aerobic system improves, your “easy pace” gets faster without trying.
That’s the kind of glow-up we like.

😌 Reality check:
If you can’t hold a conversation during your long run… you’re going too fast.
If you’re dramatically narrating your own suffering… also too fast.

🎯 Bottom line:
Run slow to run fast.
Your watch might judge you — but your race results won’t.

31/03/2026

26/03/2026

HEADACHE? It might not be what you think 👀

Most people blame stress, dehydration, or “just one of those things”…
But one of the most common causes we see in Physio?

👉 Your neck.

Yep — cervicogenic headaches (headaches coming from the neck) are incredibly common, especially if you:
• Sit at a desk all day
• Spend hours on your phone
• Carry tension through your shoulders
• Wake up with a stiff neck

💡 What does it feel like?
Often:
• Pain starts at the base of the skull and travels forward
• One-sided (but not always)
• Worse with neck movement or sustained positions
• That “tight band” or pressure feeling

So what’s actually happening?

Your upper neck joints, muscles, and nerves all share pathways with the head.
When those structures get irritated or stiff → your brain can interpret it as a headache.

🔧 How Physio can help:
This is where we come in 👇

✔️ Hands-on treatment to improve joint mobility
✔️ Release of tight neck and shoulder muscles
✔️ Targeted strengthening (not just stretching!)
✔️ Posture + workstation tweaks that actually stick
✔️ Education so you’re not stuck in a headache cycle

🚨 The big win?
We’re not just masking symptoms — we’re addressing the source.

So if you’re popping painkillers on repeat or just “pushing through”…
It might be time to look a little lower than your head.

Your neck could be the real culprit.