Achilles tendinopathy is a common overuse injury in any sport requiring running and jumping. The Achilles tendon attaches the calf muscle to the back of your foot and contracts when you rise up onto your toes. The Achilles stores elastic energy. When there is an increase in load, this can cause injury. The location of pain with an Achilles Tendinopathy…

26/2/2015 Over the past few weeks, our InnerStrength of Bayside physios have seen a spike in the number of patients booking in to see us with Plantar faciitis. Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common sources of heel and foot pain. Plantar fasciitis usually presents as foot pain felt in the morning or after resting. A characteristic of Plantar…

12/02/2015 In this three part video series, Physiotherapist & Clinical Pilates Instructor Lara Hurst presents some pilates exercises which pregnant women can do either at home or in our studio. Please note that we recommend any pregnant lady is first assessed by their physiotherapist before attempting these exercises and they should be stopped if pain arises. Stayed tuned for Parts…

17/12/2014 We would like to wish all of our loyal Physiotherapy patients and Clinical Pilates clients a very Merry Christmas and a great New Year! To help show our appreciation for your support we are giving out Luci’s home made protein balls (as shown under our tree) to everyone who comes in before Christmas. A few people have asked for…

05/12/14 I have had the opportunity to do three multi-day hikes while in South America; climbing Mt Roraima in Venezuela, the “W Trek” in Chilean Patagonia and the Inca Trail in Peru. As soon as a fellow hiker finds out that I am a Physio, our breathless up hill conversation invariably turns to which ever ache or pain is impeding…

27/11/2014 Ballet is a popular physical activity that many people choose both recreationally and professionally. Transitioning from dancing in soft ballet shoes to “en pointe” (dancing on the tips of the toes) can be a challenging time for young dancers, as it is physically demanding and may result in injury if the dancer is not properly prepared. A physiotherapist can…

I ❤my Spikey Ball! 1. He doesn’t weigh much. 2. He gives me massages whenever I ask. 3. Then he massages my husband! 4. He has an ultra fashionable haircut! 5. I figure that now that I no longer carry books while traveling due to my kindle use I have extra space in my bag for my Spikey Ball! 6.…

29/10/2014 This is a fantastic opportunity for a Physiotherapist with a special interest in Sports and Clinical Pilates who is motivated to develop and manage sporting opportunities for our clinic. We are looking for someone either part time with up to 30 hours a week or full time. Our modern and dynamic Physiotherapy practice in Cheltenham is a popular Clinical…

22/10/2014 You may have heard of the AC Joint (acromioclavicular joint) in the shoulder. This is the joint between your acromion (tip of the shoulder blade) and the outer tip of your clavicle (collar bone). Common causes of injury to the AC joint include falling on an outstretched arm, landing on the elbow or a direct blow to the AC…

07/10/2014 One of the most impressive things in Bogota (apart from the pickpockets that had our wallet and phone within 30min of us leaving the hotel!) was their Ciclovia.  Every Sunday 120km of Bogota’s main roads are cleared of all motorised vehicles. This leaves them free for bike riders, roller skaters, joggers and walkers to take to these streets. There…

22/09/14 Introducing our newest class, Cardio Pilates. Starting Saturday 4th October at 10am, this class combines your individualised clinical pilates program with higher intensity training to get your heart pumping. Perfect for people who like a challenge! Combining high and low intensity exercises (interval training) has many health benefits, including optimising cardiovascular health, weight loss, and reducing the risk of…