Here’s an update regarding the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The well-being of our clients is, and always has been our highest priority, so we’re following the Department of Health’s most up to date guidelines. We’re encouraged that in Australia we’re following the best possible practice of modified social contact, without going to extremes, thus ensuring we […] Read More

Think you need an injection for your hip pain? We suggest you read this first… We frequently treat patients with lateral hip pain and understand the effect that pain in this region have on daily life and sleep. Lateral hip pain can make everyday activities such as walking, climbing steps or stairs, sitting, or even […] Read More

‘Shoulder impingement’ is a common term used to diagnose pain in the shoulder typically made worse by lifting the arm up in the air. Despite its often-misinterpreted name, shoulder impingement describes a normal phenomenon that occurs each time the arm is lifted and the natural movement of bones in your shoulder leads to compression of […] Read More

By Neralie Cain, Clinical Psychologist Sleep is such a funny thing. As young children, many of us resist it. As we grow up, we learn its’ value and sometimes even crave it; yet, we often do not prioritise it. But how do we know whether the insufficient sleep that we complain about is more than […] Read More

From 1st April 2019, certain natural therapies, including “Pilates”, are no longer be eligible for claiming under private health insurance rebates. The Department of Health made changes to legislation in 2017 which applies to private health insurance. The purpose of these changes is to remove private health insurance funding for therapies which are not medically […] Read More

Re: Low back pain: Can we mitigate the inadvertent psycho-behavioural harms of spinal imaging? Australian Journal of General Practice. Volume 47, No. 9, September 2018 In light of this recent article in the Australian Journal of General Practice regarding the use of imaging in the management of low back pain I was pleased to see […] Read More

We’ve been told to RICE (rest, ice, compress, elevate) or POLICE (protection, rest, ice, compress, elevate) immediately after an injury. But it’s time for immediate PEACE then LOVE to optimise your recovery following an acute injury. Peace Protection – modify by unloading or restricting your movement and activities for 1-3 days. Prolong rest should be […] Read More

As of the 1st of February 2018, Codeine medication will no longer be available over the counter. This includes medications such as Panadeine, Nurofen Plus and also some cough suppressant medications. From that date onwards, these medications will be prescription only. This is part of a strategy to reduce the over use and harm caused […] Read More

Part 1: Headaches, migraines and your diet. Is there a link? By Physiotherapist, Peter Tziavrangos I’m excited to announce that we can now offer Nutrition and Dietetics services at Move for Better Health! For some time, I have been trying to find a Dietitian with the right experience and qualifications to practice with the team […] Read More

Private Health Insurance can be an enigma for many Australians. With almost 40 different insurers to choose from, each with their own pros and cons, it’s progressively become more difficult to navigate this ever changing industry. The recent Private Health Insurance Reforms, undertaken by the Australian government, were announced mid-October and will come into effect […] Read More