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De-Quervain's Tenosynovitis 
By Amy Kight Injury

De-Quervain’s Tenosynovitis 

Are you currently experiencing pain in the thumb? Is this worse when you carry your cup of coffee or use the TV remote? You may be experiencing De-Quervain's tenosynovitis. What is De-Quervain's Tenosynovitis? De-Quervain's Tenosynovitis is an overuse injury in which the sheath surrounding the thumb tendons becomes inflamed and irritated. Swelling retention during pregnancy and postpartum lifting of your newborn commonly causes this condition. However, it can also arise from any repetitive tasks, like typing or using a mouse…

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chronic ankle instability
By Amy Kight Physio

Chronic Ankle Instability

Are you often feeling like your ankles are going to give way? Is this especially common when you’re walking on uneven surfaces or changing directions suddenly? Have you experienced many ankle sprains in the past? Have you been experiencing this for many months or even years? You may be experiencing chronic ankle instability. What is Chronic Ankle Instability? Chronic ankle instability refers to a frequent recurrence of the ankle “giving way”, usually in the lateral or outer direction. This most…

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resistance training
By Amy Kight Exercises

Resistance/Strength Training

What is Resistance Training? Resistance training refers to using external weight or resistance to make the use of our muscles during an exercise harder and, therefore, structurally change the muscles for strength and endurance gains. Why should I add weights to my exercise regime? There are many benefits to resistance training. They include: Body recomposition: resistance training is very effective for building muscle mass and increasing our calorie usage for the day, which is a vital part of the fat…

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calf injury
By Amy Kight Sporting

Calf Injuries

Calf injuries are injuries to the soleus and/or gastrocnemius muscle. They can impact anyone, but some people are at greater risk. They often occur after a quick burst of speed, i.e., moving from stationery to full pace over a short period of time. Athletes who play soccer, football, and tennis are prone to these injuries. However, they are also common in men over 40, particularly when they participate in sports while lacking adequate conditioning. What are the symptoms of calf…

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wrist injury
By Amy Kight Physio

Type of Wrist Injury – Triangular Fibrocartilaginous Complex

What is it? Triangular Fibrocartilaginous Complex (TFCC) is a term used to describe a weight-bearing structure between the three hand bones—lunate, triquetrum, and head of ulna. Its role is to stabilise and support the wrist. People with TFCC injury often present with pain on the ulnar aspect of the wrist, with possible clicking on movements of the wrist and elbow. They will also experience pain when loading their wrists, for example, when leaning on them or doing push-ups. How does…

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concussion
By Amy Kight Concussion

Concussion in Community Sport 

You may have seen in the news that the Australian Institute of Sport, in collaboration with the Australasian College of Sport and Exercise Physicians, Sports Medicine Australia, and the Australian Physiotherapy Association, has released new concussion guidelines for youth and community sports. What is a concussion? Concussions can occur with any sport or physical activity and are characterised as a blow to the head that causes changes to the head and brain and how it responds to emotional, physical, memory,…

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Clinical Pilates
By Amy Kight pilates

Benefits of Clinical Pilates/Exercise at Hoppers Physio 

What is Clinical Pilates/Exercise? Clinical Pilates is a form of exercise and strengthening that uses Pilates equipment to address your rehab/injury/exercise goals. Qualified physiotherapists and other allied health professionals who have completed additional training in Pilates delivery alongside their qualifications run our Clinical Pilates sessions. What can Clinical Pilates/Exercise Help With? Clinical Pilates is not just for core strengthening; programs include core-based exercises alongside exercises that target the whole body and incorporate weights, balance or single-leg activities to challenge the…

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postpartum checkup
By Amy Kight pregnancy

The Crucial Role of the 6-Week Postpartum Check-Up with a Physiotherapist.

Congratulations on starting your journey into motherhood! One often overlooked aspect after pregnancy is the 6-week postpartum checkup with a Women’s Health physiotherapist. Your baby has important doctor visits around this time, and it's important, no matter your birth type (C-section or vaginal), to have a 6-week postpartum check-in! The importance of a 6-week postpartum checkup Restoring Pelvic Floor Function Pregnancy and childbirth can have a significant impact on pelvic floor muscles. This can lead to issues such as pelvic…

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wrist injury
By Amy Kight Physio

Why do I feel numbness in my hands and feet?

Are you experiencing numbness in your hands or feet? Or are you experiencing other strange sensations such as electricity, burning or pins and needles? There are many explanations for these symptoms, many of which involve irritation to the nerves that run through our body. Our nerves have an important role in relaying information throughout the body by sending sensory signals to the spine and brain. This lets us know when something is hot or cold, sharp or soft, or painful…

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patellofemoral knee pain
By Amy Kight Physio

What is Patellofemoral Joint Pain?

Patellofemoral Joint Pain Are you currently experiencing pain at the front of your knee? You may be experiencing patellofemoral joint pain. This is pain originating from where the kneecap meets the thigh bone.   Signs and Symptoms  This pain is typically experienced with:  Squatting  Lunges  Going up/down Stairs  Kneeling,   Running  Prolonged Sitting  Increased activity load outside of normal (i.e. Doing extra gym/new sport/hiking) What can physio do for you?  There are many factors that can contribute to patellofemoral pain,…

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