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Heel Pain (Plantar Fasciitis)
What is plantar fasciitis? Inflammation or tearing of the tense band of fibres situated on the sole of the foot. what does the plantar fascia do? It assists in holding up the arch of the
HIIT your physique and cardio fitness this spring
By Peter Georgilopoulos – APA Sports Physiotherapist, Spine and Body Gold Coast. It is the time of year when everyone looks to shed the winter coat. Fitness trends come and go and it appears that
Shin splints
By Peter Georgilopoulos -APA Sports Physiotherapist, Spine and Body Gold Coast. Shin soreness is undoubtedly one of the most commonly encountered problems in athletes in whom repetitive impact loading forces constitute a significant part of
Back pain Separating fact from fiction
Written by Peter Georgilopoulos APA Sports Physiotherapist – Spine and Body Back pain is generally acknowledged as the single most prevalent cause for lost productivity in occupational medicine Recreationally and on the sporting field,
How a massage can be good for your health.
Sourced from Better Health 11.03.16 Studies have shown that massage is effective in treating a range of disorders. Massage improves circulation, reduces muscle tension and encourages a feeling of relaxation. Massage is perhaps one
Why hamstring flexibility is important and how to achieve it rapidly.
Written by Peter Georgilopoulos, APA Sports Physiotherapist Hamstring flexibility is highly desirable in most sports involving running and is an integral part of activities such as dancing, gymnastics and martial arts. The desire for hamstring
Dynamic pre run stretches
For his daughter Olivia, Pete our Sports Physio recommends she performs these dynamic stretches which use controlled leg movements to improve range of motion, loosen up muscles and increase heart rate, body temperature, and blood
6 exercises to do before your warmup
A foam roller is an essential tool to be used prior to a workout in order to limit soreness and tightness. Performing these 6 exercises prior to your warm up will help to increase blood
Are sit-ups and crunches bad for my back?
Sit-ups and crunches are generally considered the primary core exercise. They are often prescribed by well meaning personal trainers and coaches attempting to offer solutions to clients suffering low back pain or as a preventative
