icon With the netball pre-season well and truly upon us, it’s time to jump in to training. Netball manages to provide a substantial amount of injuries, particularly those involving the knees and ankles, due to its jolting nature, high speed bursts, sudden stopping and frequent changes of direction. Prepare yourself for the season by knowing […]
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How to prepare for a big event and avoid injury icon Have you trained hard for more than half the year only to wind up with a niggling injury only a few days out from your big event? You are not alone and this is not uncommon. As we prepare our bodies to perform at […]
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icon Coast Sport is excited to launch their new training and rehabilitation AlterG® Anti-Gravity Treadmill. The popular local allied health provider is continually stepping it up for their patients to provide the most technologically advanced and clinically proven solutions on the Central Coast. AlterG® Anti-Gravity Treadmills® with patented Differential Air Pressure technology are leading the […]
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The Australian Football League (AFL) is, unsurprisingly, a sport that demands high physicality and endurance, exposing players to a significant risk of injuries. These injuries, varying in severity and type, can considerably affect an athlete’s career and performance. Understanding the most common types of injuries, their causes, and prevention methods is vital for players, coaches, […]
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icon Although the rates of injury in recreational surfing are relatively low when compared with many other sports, recent research suggests that 80% of competitive surfers will suffer a surfing injury at some time in their life, and that 60% of competitive surfers sustain at least one surfing injury per season. Surfing injuries are most […]
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Our calf muscles play a crucial role in various movements such as running, walking, and jumping. These muscles are responsible for pulling the heel upwards to enable forward movement. Therefore, it’s important to understand the significance of calf strength and how it can positively impact your overall performance and well-being. In this guide, we’ll explore […]
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Patellofemoral pain in Cross-Fit – Why? Discomfort or pain in the knee, particularly around the kneecap is a very common complaint amongst Cross-Fitter’s. This pain is often called ‘patellofemoral pain’ or ‘PFP’ by Physiotherapists. Whether you experience pain when you squat, wall ball or box jump, PFP knee can be debilitating and preventing you from […]
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icon Ankle sprains make up the most common injury in sport and is often an injury see in the general population with injuries occurring at work and home. We often see these injuries in sports such as dancing, netball, basketball, rugby and football/soccer. Ankle sprains can just be that, a sprain of the ligaments on […]
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icon In the world of sport, Physiotherapists not only play a role in injury rehabilitation, but also in injury prevention and performance enhancement. Pre-season screenings are a vital tool in assessing an athlete before they begin training. We are looking to identify potential risks of injury and other factors which may impact your training and […]
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Health and fitness New Years resolutions and how to stick to them! icon Is your New Year’s resolution to start going to the gym or get fit? This is pretty common, but often people find it hard to stick too. Follow our tips and exercise your way to a healthier version of yourself in 2019! […]
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