The Temporo-Mandibular Joint (TMJ) allows movement of jaw in relation to the skull. A number of muscles attached to the skull and jawbone cause the jawbone to move as the mouth is opened and closed. The joint contains cartilage disc lubricated by fluid to ensure movement is smooth and frictionless. TMJ dysfunction is a very common problem affecting up to 33% of individuals within their lifetime. TMJ symptoms may occur on one or both sides of the jaw. Why does…
5 Physio Tips for Healthy Eating Your dietary intake and eating habits have the most influential means of determining how you feel and perform on a daily basis. By following some basic dietary principles, not only can you feel and function better, but you can also significantly increase your ability to fight and resist disease! 1. Drink plenty of water. It’s recommended to drink 8 glasses a day and more if you’re doing physical activity or in the hot weather.…
Sleep is an investment in your health and wellbeing. Yet, we all try to cram so much into our days, that we end up stealing our precious sleep time, to our inevitable detriment! Then, we are so wired when we finally get to bed, that we can’t sleep! But, as sleep is a prized goal for optimal mental and physical health, what should we do? Here are some useful pointers: 1. Reduce the temperature in your bedroom to between 18C…
Having aching/sore arches of your feet is very common, most jobs require us to be standing on our feet for long period of time or for some women have to wear uncomfortable heals in the office. There are many ways you can help ease these aches and pains. A simple way you can reduce the pain is by some self-massage techniques. One great technique you can use is rolling on a spikey ball. Some steps you can follow are:…
Netball is a game of fast movements, including jumping, throwing and rapid changes of direction. Injuries involving the knee and foot are a common consequence. While fitness helps, good jumping and landing techniques, a thorough warm-up before the game, and cool-down after the game will help prevent injury. Should you become injured, it is important to see a qualified physiotherapist for a rehabilitation program tailored specifically for you. The physiotherapists at Hoppers Physiotherapy are well trained to do this. They…
Dear Valued Patient, Hoppers Physio has been a Preferred Provider for Medibank Private for 10+ years. Over this time,Medibank Private Health Insurance has controlled our amount of remuneration for physiotherapy services. Medibank Private are not providing you the customer the benefit that brings rates in line with current consumer rates. We believe, as a result, being a Preferred Provider influences the way we treat you. Over the past 5 years, Medibank Private has made little to no changes in the…
Lower back pain is a widespread problem. 7 to 9 out of every 10 Australians will suffer from it at some time in their lives. In fact, 3.7 million Australians currently have back problems, according to The Australian Bureau of Statistics National Health Survey of 2014-15. Luckily, the problem is rarely serious, but can still interfere with daily life and your enjoyment of activities. The good news is, help is available without the need for invasive procedures or heavy drugs.…
On February 15, the physiotherapists at Hoppers Physio had the privilege of welcoming Dr. Austin Vo to the clinic to hear him deliver a tutorial on the topic of shoulders. An esteemed Melbourne orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Vo shared his insights on assessment and management approaches for a variety of shoulder conditions, as well as highlighted a number of emerging orthopaedic procedures. These included the increasingly popular reverse shoulder arthroplasty, as an alternative to the traditional total shoulder arthroplasty, and Latarjet…
Throughout childhood, the posture and alignment of children’s joints change as they mature to into adults. When children are born, their ligaments are loose and flexible to allow for ease during birth. As they grow, these ligaments usually tighten over time to provide increased support for their joints. One common observation that many parents notice is “flat feet” or flattened arches of the feet. This is a common trait in many infants, children and adults. Most young children have flexible…
How to choose the right pillow for you? If you’re lucky you’ll find the right pillow on your first try, but generally it can take a bit of trial and error before you get it right. Here are a few hints to help you choose the right pillow so you can avoid any unnecessary Physiotherapy appointments! 1. Look for a pillow that holds its shape – like memory foam 2. Don’t purchase anything too expensive if you’re not sure it’s the right…