Strengthen Your Game: Ankle Stability for Netball Success
When it comes to netball, the ankle is one of the most commonly injured joints. The demands of a high speed, jumping, explosive, 360 degree game means the ankle joints are required to generate, control and absorb massive loads and forces. This requires strength, flexibility and stability. Ankle stability is a vital skill when it […]
What is McKenzie Physiotherapy?
McKenzie Physiotherapy, or to use it’s correct name, Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT), is an approach for the management of spinal and extremity problems. MDT is a reliable process for the assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions, which encourages active client involvement and participation in the management of their complaint. What is McKenzie Physiotherapy? It […]
Stay Steady: Tips for Preventing Falls and Maintaining Independence
Are you over 50? Now is the time to start thinking about falls prevention for when you are older. ‘It takes a child one year to acquire independent movement and ten years to acquire independent mobility. An old person can lose both in a day’ Professor Bernard Isaacs (1924–1995). Although falling over can be a […]
The Pillars of Health
At Move for Better Health, we understand that optimising your health over the life span can be a complex journey. To cut through the complexity, we simplify things to focus on four key areas that form the pillars of health: movement, mental health, nutrition, and sleep. Each pillar plays a crucial role in maintaining overall […]
Our Tips for Staying Active this Holiday Season
As the holiday season approaches, many of us find ourselves caught in the whirlwind of festive preparations, family gatherings, and delicious indulgences. While it’s a time to celebrate and unwind, it’s crucial not to disregard our physical well-being and staying active. This time of year, we often encounter clients who are eager to improve their […]
Why Have a Bike Fit?
After a really long cold wet and windy winter here in Adelaide, the arrival of spring has made us all very keen to get outside more. For lots of people this will mean dusting off the bike and putting in some serious kilometres. Whether you are an experienced cyclist or a beginner, this can be […]
4 Common Problems with Workstation Set Ups
The layout and configuration of your office workstation can go a long way towards facilitating productive work and encouraging optimal posture. Conversely a poor set-up can make adopting and maintaining positive posture difficult, as well as lead to aches, pains and discomfort. This blog looks at 4 common problems relating to office ergonomics. 1. Chair […]
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
People presenting with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) most commonly experience vague pain around the patella (kneecap) especially during knee flexion (bending) activities. These may include sitting for a long period of time, kneeling, squatting, walking up/down steps and running. It is most commonly reported in people aged 12-17 years however it can occur in other […]
What Are Bone Stress Injuries & How Do They Affect Runners?
Bone stress injuries are commonly related to overuse among runners and up to two thirds of long distance and competitive cross-country runners will experience this problem. The most common areas affected are the shin, lower leg, heel and foot bones. How do bone stress injuries develop? In a normal situation, the bone responds to the […]
Paying Attention to Niggles
‘It’s just a niggle’. ’I’ll be alright, it’s nothing major’. I was able to keep playing, I’ll be good for next week’… Does this sound familiar? Have you ever heard the phrase, ‘listen to your body’? Well, here is some research to support that players, coaches, parents and health professionals should start paying more attention […]
