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The Difference Between Physiotherapy and Chiropractic
The physiotherapists at My Physio Perth are commonly asked about the difference between physiotherapy and chiropractic. This question normally stems from conflicting advice and recommendations from family and friends, some that swear by physio and others that rely on chiropractic care. The truth is that physiotherapy and chiropractic have a growing number of similarities. We…
How to Choose a Physiotherapist
We are often asked how to become a physiotherapist and what the difference is between physiotherapists, sports physiotherapists and musculoskeletal physiotherapists. People are confused as to what type of physiotherapist is best suited to their particular injury or condition. How to become a physiotherapist Completion of a four-year undergraduate degree at a participating university is…
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
The Iliotibial band is a thick tendon that inserts on the outside of your knee. The function of the Iliotibial band is to help slow movement and torque at your knee during impact. Iliotibial band syndrome is a common cause of knee pain in runners. The cause is repetitive trauma to the Iliotibial band insertion…
Tendinopathy or Tendonitis
What is Tendinopathy? Tendinopathy, previously termed tendonitis is a broad term encompassing tendon disease or dysfunction. Research has concluded that inflammation is not always present in tendon dysfunction and as ‘itis’ is the suffix for inflammation, the term tendonitis is no longer appropriate. Common tendon injuries include Achilles Tendinopathy (ankle), Patella Tendinopathy (knee), Gluteal Tendinopathy…
Olympic Fads or the Secret to Success: From cupping to kinesio tape – Does it really work?
Every four years the world is swept up in the hype of the Olympic games. The very best athletes from around the globe compete against each other for the glory and satisfaction of a gold medal. These athletes train and push their bodies to the extreme for years in order to compete at the pinnacle…
K Tape – What’s all the Hype About?
What is Kinesio Tape or K-Tape? Kinesio tape or K-tape is a variety of tape that physiotherapists occasionally apply to the skin with the intention of providing a therapeutic benefit. K-tape is derived from the word kinesiology, which is the study of human movement. Unlike rigid strapping tape, used by physiotherapists to restrict joint movement,…
Shoulder Rolls Stretch
Stretching your shoulders can feel good, especially for those of us who spend long hours hunched over a computer. Roll the shoulders down and back, starting with small circles and working up to larger circles. Do 10 circles backwards and then repeat forward circles.
Falls Prevention
Falls are an ominous yet very real part of life for people over 65 and many falls can be prevented once the causes are determined. Over 400 risk factors leading to falling have been identified including lack of physical activity resulting in loss of muscle tone, decreased bone mass, poor balance, and reduced flexibility; impaired…
Ice or Heat for pain and injuries?
Our Duncraig Physios are regularly asked whether an ice pack or heat pack should be applied for sports injuries and for back and neck pain. Most people use ice for acute injuries but do they apply it for long enough or often enough? The debate between ice and heat for pain and injuries continues to…
Physiotherapy for Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMD, TMJ)
What is the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ)? As the name suggests, the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the joint between the temporal bone of the skull and the mandible or jaw. The TMJ can be easily felt just in front of the ear, when you open and close your mouth. It is a synovial joint, meaning it…