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We provide hands-on physio treatments and exercise solutions to reduce pain, improve mobility and get you back to your best.

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🦵💔 ACL Tear or Rupture? Need Help Deciding on Treatment?

Check out this fantastic resource from researchers at Melbourne University. They’ve developed a treatment decision aid that compiles the latest research to help you make the most informed choice for your recovery.

Explore your options here: aclinjurytreatment.com

Take control of your healing journey! 🌟
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💪 Physio vs. Exercise Physiology: Whats the Difference? 🤔

 

Both physiotherapy and exercise physiology aim to improve your health and well-being, but they do so in different ways. Here’s a quick comparison to help you understand which might be right for you:

 
🦵 Physiotherapy (Physio):

Focus: Diagnosis, rehabilitation, injury prevention and pain management.

Approach: Targeted assessment, hands-on treatment like manual therapy, massage, dry needling and therapeutic exercise prescription.

Professional Regulation: Registered Profession with AHPRA^, protected title Physiotherapist under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law

Ideal For: Recovering from injuries, surgery, or managing chronic pain conditions like arthritis.

 

🏋️‍♂️ Exercise Physiology:

Focus: Improving overall fitness, managing chronic diseases, and enhancing athletic performance.

Approach: Tailored exercise programs based on scientific evidence to improve strength, endurance, and health outcomes.

Professional Regulation: Self-regulated through governing body Exercise and Sports Science Australia, No practice requirements within the National Law.

Ideal For: Managing conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or simply improving your fitness and quality of life.

 

Which one is right for you?  

- If you’re dealing with an injury or need rehabilitation, a physiotherapist might be your best bet.  

- If your goal is to manage a chronic condition or enhance your fitness, consider seeing an exercise physiologist.

 

💡 Remember, both professionals work towards improving your health—just with different tools and techniques!

 

^Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency

 

#Health #Wellness #Physiotherapy #ExercisePhysiology #Fitness #Rehabilitation

💪 Physio vs. Exercise Physiology: What's the Difference? 🤔



Both physiotherapy and exercise physiology aim to improve your health and well-being, but they do so in different ways. Here’s a quick comparison to help you understand which might be right for you:


🦵 Physiotherapy (Physio):

Focus: Diagnosis, rehabilitation, injury prevention and pain management.

Approach: Targeted assessment, hands-on treatment like manual therapy, massage, dry needling and therapeutic exercise prescription.

Professional Regulation: Registered Profession with AHPRA^, protected title "Physiotherapist" under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law

Ideal For: Recovering from injuries, surgery, or managing chronic pain conditions like arthritis.



🏋️‍♂️ Exercise Physiology:

Focus: Improving overall fitness, managing chronic diseases, and enhancing athletic performance.

Approach: Tailored exercise programs based on scientific evidence to improve strength, endurance, and health outcomes.

Professional Regulation: Self-regulated through governing body Exercise and Sports Science Australia, No practice requirements within the National Law.

Ideal For: Managing conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or simply improving your fitness and quality of life.



Which one is right for you?

- If you’re dealing with an injury or need rehabilitation, a physiotherapist might be your best bet.

- If your goal is to manage a chronic condition or enhance your fitness, consider seeing an exercise physiologist.



💡 Remember, both professionals work towards improving your health—just with different tools and techniques!



^Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency



#Health #Wellness #Physiotherapy #ExercisePhysiology #Fitness #Rehabilitation
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🌟 Exciting News About ACL Tears! 🌟

 

Did you know that ACL tears can heal on their own? 🤯 For years, it was believed that surgery was the only solution, but new research is changing that perspective!

 

Studies show that after rehab without surgery, at least 1 in 3 people experience some healing of their ruptured ACL. Researchers are now exploring whether this natural healing can lead to better function and improved quality of life compared to traditional ACL surgery.

 

Here in Australia, innovative treatments are being tested to help even more people heal their ACLs naturally. Keep an eye out for the Cross Bracing protocol, currently being researched alongside ACL reconstruction surgery.

 

Let’s keep the conversation going about ACL recovery! 💪✨ #ACLTear #InjuryRecovery #HealthcareInnovation

🌟 Exciting News About ACL Tears! 🌟



Did you know that ACL tears can heal on their own? 🤯 For years, it was believed that surgery was the only solution, but new research is changing that perspective!



Studies show that after rehab without surgery, at least 1 in 3 people experience some healing of their ruptured ACL. Researchers are now exploring whether this natural healing can lead to better function and improved quality of life compared to traditional ACL surgery.



Here in Australia, innovative treatments are being tested to help even more people heal their ACLs naturally. Keep an eye out for the Cross Bracing protocol, currently being researched alongside ACL reconstruction surgery.



Let’s keep the conversation going about ACL recovery! 💪✨ #ACLTear #InjuryRecovery #HealthcareInnovation
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