08/07/2014 The latest research suggests that both Clinical Pilates and general exercise programs delivered by physiotherapists are both safe and effective in managing chronic back pain (1). Clinical Pilates offers a tailored exercise program, which is designed and monitored by your physiotherapist. In addition to Clinical Pilates, regular exercise is a very important part of back pain management. Here are…

30/06/2014 Anyone who has stayed up late watching infomercials lately will have heard of a TENS machine. TENS machines provide a drug free way to control pain. TENS machines are small and battery powered. They have been used by Physiotherapists since the late 1970’s. TENS machines work by transmitting an electrical current between two stick on electrodes. This electrical current…

07/05/2014 It is important to look at both intrinsic factors, such as your own physical features, as well as extrinsic factors, such as mechanical factors of the bike, when assessing if your bike is set up correct for you. Did you know…. 1. A poor bike set up can reduce your V02 max (VO2 max is a way to measure…

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08/04/2014 Anterior Hip Pain Pain at the front of the hip joint (anterior hip pain) can occur for various reasons including trauma, muscle strain or weakness, abdominal pathology, hip joint osteoarthritis or referred pain from the spine.  Physiotherapists at InnerStrength of Bayside can differentially diagnose between these conditions and provide you with an appropriate rehabilitation program. Treatment includes postural correction,…

11/03/2014 Balance is contributed to by several body systems. Eye sight plays a big role in the maintenance of balance as does your joint position awareness. One can test their balance by performing tasks in situations that confound the information received by these systems. Standing on a pillow dampens ones joint position awareness whereas, doing exercises with your eyes closed…

26/02/2014 Hamstring injuries are particularly common in sports involving running and/or kicking. The injury may involve a tear in the muscle belly (muscle strain) or injury to the tendon (tendinopathy), which attaches the muscle to the bone. Muscle tears can occur during sprinting, when the muscle is contracting/shortening or can occur when the muscle is on stretch like when your…

04/02/2014 Download the below link to hear our Cancer Rehabilitation Physiotherapist Luci Minogue be interviewed by 3AW’s Dennis Walter on 30th January about the benefits of Clinical Pilates for people with cancer.               [hr]

22/01/2014 A recent study done by Griffith Health Institute found that individualised exercise programs play a vital role for men with prostate cancer,  improving their self motivation and perceived competence. Click here  to read more. Principal Physiotherapist Luci is a provider of The STEEL Program at InnerStrength of Bayside. The STEEL Program provides individualized, prescribed rehabilitation to men diagnosed with cancer;…

06/12/2013 We would like to welcome Adele Taylor to our Team of Physiotherapists at InnerStrength of Bayside. Adele graduated in 2003 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from The University of Melbourne. In 2012 she completed a Graduate Diploma in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and     will receive her Master of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy from La Trobe University in 2014. Adele has extensive experience in…

18/11/13 Now that we are getting closer to the holiday season some of you will be taking long car and plane journeys to visit loved ones or simply for a holiday! Whilst this is an exciting time, having to sit in an often cramped space for long periods of time can cause aggravation to some aches and pains. Here are…

04/11/13   1)  Clinical Pilates is a safe form of exercise and is easily modifiable. Your Physio can vary each exercise, to still allow you a good workout, despite sore wrists, stretched tummy muscles or other common aches and pains. 2) Clinical Pilates assists the recovery of your body by strengthening your abdominals, back and pelvic floor and assisting in maternal weight loss.…