St Leonards Physiotherapy

St Leonards Physiotherapy At St Leonards Physiotherapy, we treat patients with a wide range of musculoskeletal and biomechanic We specialise in PAEDIATRIC PHYSIOTHERAPY.

At St Leonards Physiotherapy, we treat patients of all ages with a wide range of musculoskeletal and biomechanical issues, including NECK AND BACK PAIN. Whether you are a weekend warrior or experienced athlete, we have SPORTING INJURIES covered. Our Sports Physiotherapists specialise in the assessment, treatment and management of RUNNING INJURIES. We provide comprehensive WORK REHABILITATION for t

he injured worker, and this can include coming to your workplace for an ergonomic assessment. Our EXERCISE CLASSES have a maximum of 4 people per class, and are designed to help you progress from treatment back to normal activities. We have 3 physiotherapists who are highly experienced in the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents.

07/05/2026

Muscles rarely work in perfect harmony. When one group weakens while its opposite tightens, movement patterns shift, posture changes, and pain can sneak in.

👉🏼Glutes vs hip flexors: Weak glutes with tight hip flexors tilt the pelvis forward, increasing lower-back load and affecting walking or running.
👉🏼Chest vs upper back: Overdeveloped chest with weak upper back rounds the shoulders, limits thoracic extension, and strains the neck.
👉🏼Quads vs hamstrings: Dominant quads with weak hamstrings stress the knees, alter gait, and increase strain risk.
👉🏼Calves vs shins: Tight calves with weak anterior tibialis muscles reduce ankle mobility, affecting stride and foot comfort.

Knowing what to stretch, strengthen, or retrain isn’t always obvious. Our physiotherapists assess your movement patterns and design personalised programs to restore balance, improve posture, and reduce pain.

📞 Call 9438 1782 to book an appointment today if any of these patterns sound familiar.

Well done to one of the physios, Holly who completed the Hoka half marathon yesterday after 8 months of rehabbing her hi...
04/05/2026

Well done to one of the physios, Holly who completed the Hoka half marathon yesterday after 8 months of rehabbing her hip injury 🎉✨

Desk-Friendly Strength Habits 💻💪Long hours at a desk switches off muscles. But, let’s be honest - dropping onto the offi...
03/05/2026

Desk-Friendly Strength Habits 💻💪

Long hours at a desk switches off muscles. But, let’s be honest - dropping onto the office floor for glute bridges at 11 am might raise a few eyebrows. Instead, try standing glute squeezes while waiting for the kettle. Hold 5–10 seconds. Repeat 8 times - a discreet hip extension boost.
Mini sit-to-stands from your chair work quads and glutes. Skip your hands and slow the lowering phase for extra activation.

Two minutes, a few times a day ⏱️. Tiny bursts, big impact - little movement snacks keep your muscles engaged between the main meals of purposeful exercise.

What are your favourite ways to sneak movement into your day? Let us know in the comments!

Word of the Day: Overuse 📖It sounds simple. Use something too much.But in injury science, “overuse” carries more nuance ...
01/05/2026

Word of the Day: Overuse 📖

It sounds simple. Use something too much.
But in injury science, “overuse” carries more nuance than that.
From Old English ofer, meaning “beyond”, and Latin uti, meaning “to use”, overuse literally means “to use beyond”. Beyond what? Tissue capacity.

In physiotherapy, tissue capacity refers to the amount of load a structure such as a tendon, muscle, or bone can tolerate before it becomes irritated or injured.

There is rarely a dramatic moment. No single twist or fall. Just a gradual ache. Morning stiffness. A ni**le that slowly becomes harder to ignore 📈

The encouraging part? The body responds well to progressive loading 💪 When strength, speed, or distance increase in a planned way, tissues adapt and capacity grows.

Physiotherapy focuses on restoring that balance between load and capacity. Targeted strengthening, graded exposure, and thoughtful programming help you build resilience without pushing beyond what your body is ready for.

So overuse is not simply about doing too much.
It is about going beyond your current capacity.

Team Flex Appeal win their first Trivia event!! Well done everyone 🎉
28/04/2026

Team Flex Appeal win their first Trivia event!! Well done everyone 🎉

Movement snacks for busy days! 🕺Feeling stiff from sitting all day? No time for a full workout? Sneak in mini bursts of ...
28/04/2026

Movement snacks for busy days! 🕺

Feeling stiff from sitting all day? No time for a full workout? Sneak in mini bursts of movement to keep your body awake and happy. Try rolling your shoulders like confetti, lifting your legs under the desk to wake up your core, or giving the wall a friendly push-up.

Sprinkle these little “movement snacks” throughout your day and you may feel less stiff, more energised, and ready to tackle that next meeting… or coffee ☕✨
What’s your go-to movement snack during the workday? Tell us in the comments – we’re always up for stealing good ideas 😉

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Lest we forget 🌺Today we honour the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of the men and women who served our nation. ANZAC...
24/04/2026

Lest we forget 🌺

Today we honour the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of the men and women who served our nation. ANZAC Day is a moment to pause, reflect, and remember those who gave so much for our freedom.
At St Leonards Physiotherapy, we take a moment to acknowledge their legacy and the lessons of perseverance, strength, and care that continue to inspire us every day.

22/04/2026

Proprioception: your body’s internal GPS 🧭

Proprioception is your body’s sense of position and movement, driven by sensory receptors in muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints. These mechanoreceptors constantly send information to your brain about limb position, load, and movement speed. This feedback allows your nervous system to coordinate balance, fine motor control, and reactive adjustments - all essential for injury prevention, efficient movement, and rehabilitation.

When proprioception is impaired - for example after an ankle sprain, ACL injury, or shoulder instability - the risk of re-injury increases because the brain receives less accurate information about joint position, timing, and muscle activation.

Incorporating proprioceptive training (like single-leg balance exercises, multi-directional lunges and slow controlled movements) into rehab strengthens the neuromuscular pathway, enhances stability, and reduces injury risk long-term.

Call 9438 1782 to discuss how personalised proprioceptive exercises can fit into your recovery.

📚Word of the Day: Neuromuscular 🧠💪Etymology & fun fact:Neuro = nerves, muscular = muscles. Together, they form neuromusc...
17/04/2026

📚Word of the Day: Neuromuscular 🧠💪

Etymology & fun fact:

Neuro = nerves, muscular = muscles. Together, they form neuromuscular - basically your brain texting your muscles with instructions. Imagine millions of tiny neurons sending messages faster than your group chat notifications 📱… but way more polite.

Why it’s fascinating:

Your neuromuscular system is the unsung hero of everyday life. It helps you type, balance, or move quickly without thinking. Well-coordinated connections can support smoother movements, better balance, and more controlled movement during daily activities.

Brain-muscle exercises to try:
🦩 Single-leg balance: Stand on one leg like a flamingo. Bonus points if you stay steady.
🦶🏽Heel-to-toe walk: Walk carefully in a straight line, like you’re on a spy mission.
🦵Controlled squats: Move slowly and deliberately, focusing on the “messages” your brain is sending to your muscles.

Next time you walk, reach, or move, thank your neuromuscular system - the ultimate backstage crew keeping your body coordinated while your brain quietly texts instructions 🧠💪.

Don't miss our free Osteoporosis Webinar on Apr 23rd!Jack Jeyaston will lead you through a deep dive look at this common...
16/04/2026

Don't miss our free Osteoporosis Webinar on Apr 23rd!

Jack Jeyaston will lead you through a deep dive look at this common condition and how it can be managed and improved with exercise via the ONERO exercise program.

For more details and to register, head to our website: https://stleonardsphysio.com.au/webinar-registration/

And you don't have to be a current patient to attend. Hit the share button below to share with a friend with low bone density or osteoporosis. 🔁

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