by Wade Brennan | Feb 1, 2016 | Uncategorized
Over 65? Osteoporotic? Pilates is the way forwards for you…. In Australia, individuals over the age of 65 have shown to suffer a high prevalence of osteoporosis, which is loss of bone mineralization (1). Osteoporosis can have a major effect on one’s...
by Wade Brennan | Aug 28, 2015 | Uncategorized
Most people experience joint pain at some point in their lives, and many will assume that their joint pain is arthritis-related, especially as they get older. But what is arthritis? How do medical professionals determine if the condition of “joint pain” is truly...
by Wade Brennan | May 25, 2015 | Uncategorized
For many of us, a typical day can involve hours of sitting in front of a desk. When you have a seemingly never-ending list of tasks to complete, your long-term health can be the last thing on your mind. However, we know that prolonged sitting, especially in a poorly...
by Wade Brennan | Apr 28, 2015 | Uncategorized
How to Stretch Properly? While there are many benefits to be gained from effective stretching, employing an improper technique can actually result in injury. Here are some tips and guidelines for you to follow when stretching: Warm up first with an activity such as...
by Wade Brennan | Mar 13, 2015 | Uncategorized
Between adjacent vertebrae sit flexible discs that provide movement and shock absorption in the spine. In the thoracic region these are completely fibrous while the discs in the lower back and neck are filled with a jelly like substance and surrounded by protective,...
by Wade Brennan | Mar 13, 2015 | Uncategorized
WHAT IS A HIGH ANKLE SPRAIN? The ankle consists of three bones, the tibia, fibula and talus, all held together by thick fibrous ligaments. At the bottom of the leg they form a mortise or hinge joint with the foot. The bottom parts of the tibia and fibula join together...
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