Tag: exercise

West Lakes Physio - Sports and Rehab

47 minutes ago

Back pain shouldn't stop you from enjoying the everyday moments that matter most.

Whether it's picking up your kids, getting through a day at work or just moving around the house comfortably, back pain has a way of affecting everything.

A lot of people put up with it for far too long, not realising that the right physio assessment and treatment plan can make a real difference to how they feel day to day.

At West Lakes Physio, we work with you to identify what's driving your back pain and put together a plan to help you move better, feel stronger and get back to the things you love. 💪

You don't have to just manage it. You can actually fix it. 🙌

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West Lakes Physio - Sports and Rehab

4 days ago

Tendon injuries are one of the most common things we treat at West Lakes Physio, and they're often more preventable than people realise. 💡

Tendons are designed to adapt to stress by becoming stronger over time. The issue arises when load increases too quickly and the tendon doesn't have enough time to keep up. This is when pain, inflammation and injury develop.

Whether it's your Achilles, patellar tendon, rotator cuff or elbow, the approach to recovery is similar; a gradual, progressive loading program that helps the tendon rebuild its capacity safely. 💪

Ignoring tendon pain and pushing through rarely works. The longer it's left, the longer it tends to take to resolve.

At West Lakes Physio, we can assess your tendon, identify what's driving the problem and build a plan to get you back to full strength. 🙌

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West Lakes Physio - Sports and Rehab

1 week ago

Did you know that sitting for long periods can increase your risk of developing diabetes? 😳

Most of us spend a significant part of our day seated at a desk, in the car, on the couch, without realising the impact it can have on our overall health over time.

Prolonged sitting has been linked to a range of health concerns beyond just back pain and stiffness, including an increased risk of diabetes, cardiovascular issues and metabolic decline.

The good news is that regular movement throughout your day, even in small doses, can help reduce these risks significantly. 💡

At West Lakes Physio, we can help you build more movement into your daily routine and address any pain or stiffness that might be making it harder to stay active. 💪

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West Lakes Physio - Sports and Rehab

2 weeks ago

Hamstring tears are one of the most common injuries we see — and unfortunately, one of the most commonly mismanaged. 😬

Many people rest until the pain eases and then return to sport or training too soon, without addressing the underlying weakness and movement issues that leave them vulnerable to reinjury.

Seeing a physiotherapist for full rehabilitation following a hamstring tear can significantly reduce your risk of it happening again. A proper rehab program works to rebuild strength, restore flexibility and ensure your hamstring is genuinely ready to handle the demands being placed on it.

Returning to full activity before you are truly ready is one of the biggest reasons hamstring injuries keep coming back. 🙏

At West Lakes Physio, we can guide you through every stage of recovery and make sure you come back stronger, not just sooner.

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