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05/04/2017

Fun Hump Day reading

Did you know that 50% of the 40 year olds have a disc bulge AND no pain? 😊
And did you know that 50% of the 60 year olds have facet degeneration AND no pain?
These changes are normal, just like wrinkles or grey hair.
So we don't have to be scared for our x-ray report. 😊
But the findings must be interpreted in the context of the patient's clinical condition ofcourse.

24/03/2017

Happy Friday! Enjoy

STAY AWAY.

19/03/2017

This is great little bit of a read for those out there trying to figure out the difference between the three professions. Even though it is rumoured that Physio's don't get along with Chiro's or Osteo's, we actually compliment one another extremely well. So please have a read if you're interested and talk to your friendly staff at Complete Physio if you would like to know more.

Without knowing too much, it can seem physios, chiros and osteos practice much the same thing. But scratch the surface and you'll found claims and counter-claims about which method is most likely to work for you.

30/07/2016

Glen Stearnes who grows those magnificent orchids and Chris peering between the leaves.
Thanks so much Glen for showing off your orchids on our front desk.

30/07/2016

We won again this time in the 3 up TT on a day with almost gale force winds. Made us a bit nervous but we managed to stay upright and averaged just under 40 for 34km. Thanks Daishy rock steady in the gusts and John who rode his road bike, didn't feel safe on his TT bike.
Daishy rode home so missed the victory photo. He woke up the next day with sore arms from having to hang onto his handlebars so hard due to the wind.

05/07/2016

Winning the 2 up time trial on Sunday with John Watters ('84 Olympian in 100km team time trial) was a big thrill. I'll get a picture of the 3 up TT team this Sunday. John Watters myself and Daishy.
Remember at Complete Physio I can set you up on your bike to maximise your comfort and power and minimise the chance of injury. If you have an injury from cycling your set up could be the cause or a contributing factor.

23/03/2016

What is RICER? We hear it all the time as immediate sporting injury management, but what does it really mean?

Many of you would be familiar with the acronym standing for Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevate and Referral, however, we are often asked how exactly to carry this out.
1. Rest: Avoid loading the injured body part as much as possible. For example, if you have sprained your ankle then try not to walk around more than necessary.
Protect the area to allow it to rest. Often the injured area can be taped to offload your injury or a brace can be used. Call us for taping advice.

2. Ice: The sooner after your injury is sustained the better. Ice for 20minutes every hour for up to 3 hours to provide pain relief and decrease inflammation. You can continue this for 3 days after the original injury. If you think you may have a fracture DO NOT ICE.

3. Compression: Compression helps reduce swelling around the injured area and the sooner this is applied the better. Stretchy bandages or compression garments such as tight leggings or calf sleeves are useful as well as tubigrip which we stock in various widths. Try to sleep with compression on your injured area.

4. Elevate: This will also reduce swelling as it encourages fluid to drain out of the area therefore decreasing inflammation. This will not be feasible for all injuries but if possible, try to rest and sleep with injury elevated.

5. Refer: This means seek professional advice from a physiotherapist or a doctor if appropriate to investigate and treat your injury.

08/03/2016

Happy International Women's Day to all the strong women in our community. Here is a stunning photo essay from UN Women showing a women everywhere.

We now employ female therapist Natalie Gibbs so if your preference is to see a female physio for your next consultation we can facilitate that.

For International Women’s Day, we present a of women all over the world: http://ow.ly/Z5F9P

02/03/2016

Is your headache a pain in the neck?

Headaches are experienced by most of us at least once in our lives and are due do a variety of causes, however many people are unware that physiotherapists can help with this. Headaches can be due to posture, joint pain or tight muscles or ligaments in the neck. This type of headache is caused by pain referred from the neck and is called a ‘cervicogenic’ headache as in “generated by the neck”.

Some common symptoms of cervicogenic headache include:
- Pain or increased pain on movement of the neck. (such as checking blind spot)
- Pain in the base of the skull.
- Pain across the forehead or behind one/both eyes.
- Neck stiffness or limited movement.
- You get temporary relief from self-massage or pressure to your neck or base of skull.

What physios can do:
- Tight or over active muscles can be loosened or relaxed with manual therapy.
- Stiff neck joints can be loosened or mobilised.
- Too mobile neck joints treated by strengthening surrounding muscles.
- Nerve tightness or dysfunction can be addressed with various techniques.
- Postural issues addressed with education and awareness techniques.
- Advice on how to avoid neck issues in the future.

Don’t put up with headaches any longer. Book in now.

02/03/2016

A very interesting article examining the evidence around the belief that "kids should not lift weights"
this puts forward the view that according to evidence, weight training is much less dangerous than many team sports that kids play every year!
Have a read if your interested.

A recent study found while parents are positive about their children engaging in aerobic activities (running, playing sports), they have much more negative views when it comes to strength exercises.

26/02/2016

A great short video on the benefits of good posture, have a look!

If you are unsure of whether you have good posture or how to attain good posture give us a ring and we can help you.

View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-benefits-of-good-posture-murat-dalkinic Has anyone ever told you, “Stand up straight!” or scolded you for slo...

17/02/2016

What does R.I.C.E.R really mean?

Many of you would be familiar with the acronym standing for Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevate and Referral, however, we are often asked how exactly to carry this out.

1. Rest: Avoid loading the injured body part as much as possible. For example, if you have sprained your ankle then try not to walk around more than necessary.
Protect the area to allow it to rest. Often the injured area can be taped to offload your injury or a brace can be used. Call us for taping advice.

2. Ice: The sooner after your injury is sustained the better. Ice for 20minutes every hour for up to 3 hours to provide pain relief and decrease inflammation. You can continue this for 3 days after the original injury. If you think you may have a fracture DO NOT ICE.

3. Compression: Compression helps reduce swelling around the injured area and the sooner this is applied the better. Stretchy bandages or compression garments such as tight leggings or calf sleeves are useful as well as tubigrip which we stock in various widths. Try to sleep with compression on your injured area.

4. Elevate: This will also reduce swelling as it encourages fluid to drain out of the area therefore decreasing inflammation. This will not be feasible for all injuries but if possible, try to rest and sleep with injury elevated.

5. Refer: This means seek professional advice from a physiotherapist or a doctor if appropriate to investigate and treat your injury.

REMEMBER: The sooner you apply these principles, the better the result.

16/02/2016

Our new physiotherapist Natalie Gibbs hiking in deep creek over the weekend. We hope you enjoyed your weekend adventures too!

11/02/2016

Did you know? - We do bike fits!

Is this you:
• New bike?
• Can’t get comfortable?
• Keep shifting on the saddle?
• Sore or fatigued one side more than other?
• Feel like too much weight is through my hands/back/buttocks?

Get a smoother more comfortable and more efficient ride by getting your bike fitted specifically for your body and biomechanics.

Our principal physiotherapist Hamish Mackirdy is an active member of the Fleurieu Pen*sula area cycling community and competes regularly.

Happy riding!

This photo was snapped from the Westpac Lifesaver Heli by Shane Daw

08/02/2016

Physiotherapist Natalie Gibbs working on her balance and flexibility with a little sunset yoga and stretching