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West Lakes Physio - Sports and Rehab

2 days ago

Fun Fact Friday 💡
A lot of physio success comes from what you do between appointments, not just what happens in the treatment room.

For example, we might identify that sitting too long, or the way you are sitting, is putting extra stress on an irritated back. If you leave the clinic and go straight back to the same habits, it is not surprising if the pain returns again within hours or days.

The same applies to your exercises, pacing, activity levels and the advice you are given.

Treatment can help settle things down and point you in the right direction — but lasting progress usually comes from putting that advice into practice.

Small changes, done consistently, can make a big difference.
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West Lakes Physio - Sports and Rehab

4 days ago

An MRI can show us a lot — but not every finding explains your pain.

Changes such as disc degeneration, arthritis and other “wear and tear” findings become increasingly common as we get older and can also be found in people who have no pain at all.

That doesn’t mean scans aren’t useful. It means the results need to be considered alongside:
✔ where and how you hurt
✔ how your symptoms started
✔ your movement and strength
✔ your clinical assessment

Sometimes imaging is important, especially if there is pain radiating down the leg or arm that isn't going away and if surgery is being considered. Other times, a good assessment can help determine the best next step without needing a scan straight away.

It’s not just what the scan shows — it’s whether it fits your symptoms.
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West Lakes Physio - Sports and Rehab

1 week ago

When performing lateral pull downs, preventing shoulder pain starts with control. Keep your chest lifted, shoulders relaxed, and initiate the movement by drawing your shoulder blades down and back before bending your elbows. Avoid shrugging. Use a comfortable range, and stop if pain changes from mild effort to sharp or pinching. ... See MoreSee Less