Walking for Low Back Pain Prevention
Gone are the days of bed rest for managing musculoskeletal injuries, and the same can be said for low back pain (LBP) treatment and prevention. LBP is one of the …
Bruxism (clenching/grinding) and your Jaw
Bruxism is the term given to any night-time tension in your jaw, resulting in clenching or grinding of your teeth during sleep. People who “brux” can end up with jaw …
Pain Basics 2: Pain is not always related to damage
Pain Basics 2: Pain is not always related to damage (yes, you read that correctly!) By the way, if you missed the first installment “Pain Basics 1: Pain is an …
Vertigo (BPPV) & Physiotherapy
BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo) is the most common cause of vertigo, or dizziness. The sensation of vertigo is brought on due to a problem in the inner ear – …
MASSAGE VS PHYSIO – WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE?
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between physiotherapy and remedial massage? At Ahead Physio, Our Physiotherapists and Remedial Massage Therapist work closely together in treating patients and we’re …
What is Plantar Fasciitis?
Have you ever found yourself jumping out of bed, to be stopped in your tracks by that sharp pain in your heel? You might have heard of the condition Plantar …
Risk factors for straining a muscle
Risk factors for straining a muscle Almost all of us have strained a muscle at some stage in our lives. For some people it may have been a mild “tweak” …
8 Jobs that are tough on your Neck
We have created a list of the top 8 occupations that result in excessive neck strain. This list has been compiled based on our experience as therapists and the types …
5 Reasons to Have a Massage when you’re Expecting
All you need to know about Pregnancy Massage Pregnancy is such a beautiful time – the joy and excitement of a new addition to the family. It is also a time …
Pros and Cons of Exercising on the Beach – A guide to the Good and Bad of getting onto the sand.
Living near the beach gives us the perfect opportunity to get down on the sand and exercise! All one has to do is go for a stroll at Caloundra or …