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Jaw Pain And Physiotherapy
Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD), or jaw pain is one of the many problems treated by a physiotherapist. The temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) is located just below your ears where the jaw meets the temporal bone of the skull. It is supported by ligaments and a disc and is controlled by various muscles around the skull, neck and spine. It helps us in…
Read MoreThe Benefits Of Mums & Bubs With A Physio
Now more than ever, there are so many options for new mums to exercise. Be it at the gym, in a Pilates studio or outdoors in groups. For the past seven years, Inner Strength Bayside has run 45 minute Mums and Bubs mat Pilates sessions for up to six mums plus babies. More recently we have added a reformer mums…
Read MoreKinesiology taping: what is it and how it might help
What is kinesiology taping? Kinesiology or kinesio tape is the bright coloured tape that you would have seen on sports people. It is lightweight, thin (like skin) and has stretch enabling it to provide support, reduce pain and improve performance without impacting your range of movement. It is a therapeutic tool used by physios and other health practitioners to aid…
Read MoreA physio’s guide to getting ready to ski/ snowboard this winter
Winter is coming and if you are planning a trip to the mountains to hit the slopes you may want to start thinking about how you might best prepare your body. Skiing and snowboarding are physically demanding sports no matter what level you are at and there are many injuries that can occur while on the slopes, some of these…
Read MoreWe are looking for a full or part-time physio!
Description We have an exciting opportunity for a junior or experienced Physiotherapist to join our team. Commencing immediately and working on a full or part time basis, the role will involve supporting our busy schedule Physio-led Exercise (clinical pilates) classes plus in rooms physiotherapy. At Inner Strength Bayside Physiotherapy we all have an interest in Physio-led Exercise, drawing on the Clinical Pilates method.…
Read MoreAnterior hip & groin pain
Do you experience pain, discomfort or tightness at the front of the hip? Does this pain refer into the groin or thigh? ….You are not alone! Pain in this area is more common than you think and if left untreated it can lead to further aches or injury in other areas of the body. This includes low back pain, knee…
Read MoreIntroducing Glow Acupuncture to Inner Strength Bayside!
Jessica Minogue, from Glow Acupuncture, is an AHPRA registered Chinese Medicine practitioner, consulting from the rooms at Inner Strength Bayside on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays. She offers Acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, cupping and cosmetic acupuncture. Interested in Chinese Medicine but don’t really understand how it works? Chinese medicine works on evaluating health conditions holistically. It looks at presenting signs…
Read MoreMastitis in the breastfeeding mother
Mastitis is an inflammatory condition of the breast that many new mothers experience during their breastfeeding journey. The symptoms of mastitis include, but are not limited to, pain in the breast, swelling, redness, fever, extreme fatigue, and painful feeding. There are many reasons why women develop mastitis; varying from tight, ill-fitting bras, to changes in feeding patterns. For anyone who…
Read MoreReal Time Ultrasound
We are excited to announce here at Inner Strength that we now offer the use of Real Time Ultrasound (RTUS) to enhance our practice in the assessment of the pelvic floor muscles and other associated soft tissues. RTUS is a safe and non-invasive way to assess how the pelvic floor muscles and associated connective tissues work in ‘real time’. It…
Read More3 Must-Do Exercises For Every Cricketer
Cricket is a popular sport in Australia and has a reputation of being a “slow paced” game, it is now becoming faster and more dynamic which leaves cricket players open to a fair share of injuries! Professional cricketers are now extremely fit, strong and athletic and as the saying goes “Prevention is better than cure!” Try and do these exercises 3x a week for a 6-week…
Read MoreSore Feet?
Are your feet a little sore as the weather warms up and you adjust to a change in footwear? You may have pain in the heel, toes, arch, instep, or insole of the foot. Multiple factors may be responsible for producing foot pain such as: increased time spent on your feet with social events etc., increased age, gender, ill-fitted footwear…
Read MorePregnancy Related Pelvic Girdle Pain
What is Pregnancy Related Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP)? Pelvic girdle pain (PGP) is a condition that is very common during pregnancy and in the post partum period and can impact a woman’s capacity to stand, walk, sit and complete everyday tasks. During pregnancy 33-55% of women report experiencing some degree of PGP before 20 weeks gestation and up to 60-70%…
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