Can In Stride Health Clinic improve your golf swing? Yes, we can! With most sports, improving strength, flexibility and performing regular training are all important to improve at any level. Golf is no different, however it is often overlooked when considering strength training. Golf-specific exercise routines can not only reduce future injuries and keep you playing longer but can also improve your golf swing and your ultimately game. How In Stride Health Clinic can help you

No matter which way you look at it back pain is a pain! It has the capacity to impact on every facet of your life. Given half the chance everyone from your grandmother to the supermarket checkout lady will give you their opinion on your back pain and what you should be doing to make it better. Here are a few are a few of the common myths that surround back pain and what we think of them as physiotherapists at In Stride Health Clinic: 1. Movement is dangerous and will make

Before moving to Melbourne and working at In Stride Health Clinic as a podiatrist, I grew up in Myrtleford. Living at the foot of the mountains I was lucky enough to grow up in an area ruled by Winter sports. Being a member of the Myrtleford Alpine racing team for most of my secondary schooling years I was fortunate enough to hit the slopes weekly. This year is already lining up to be a great year for Winter sports! Whether you ski for fun once a year or are more serious, I

In the early stages following a surgery, exercise therapy can be critical to the outcome of full rehabilitation. Some of the key focal areas of rehabilitation include: Restoring range of motion Strength and muscle activation Reduction of swelling Pain management Gait correction(walking pattern) Balance In the early days after surgery, these focal areas can be difficult to address, particularly if you are struggling with pain and weight baring. In the instance where pain and w

What are tendons? A tendon is a tough band of fibrous connective tissue that connects the muscles to the bones and are capable of withstanding tension. Tendons are made up of collagen fibres and their role is to transmit the forces generated by muscles and distribute those forces to the skeletal system. Unlike muscles, tendons have poor blood supply and therefore can be slow to recover once injured. How do I injure a tendon? Tendons are prone to injury when training loads or

Do you regularly suffer from digestive issues such as bloating, wind, stomach pain or frequent and urgent bowel movements? You may be suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a functional gut disorder This means that there is no recognisable damage to the structures of the digestive system, but functionally it is not working optimally. It is estimated to occur in up to 1 in 4 people, with females suffering more than men. Symptoms can range from the mildly embarra

Why wait until the New Year to make your lifestyle and dietary resolutions. Now is the perfect time to delve into your pantry and well…start cleaning! From clearing out the things you don’t use to labelling all those unknown ingredients lurking anonymously in plastic containers, your pantry and fridge is as good a place as any to start your overhaul. Once you have the foundations for healthy choices at home you will find it considerably easier to make healthier choices both a

August is Tradies month! Lets talk about work boots and injury at work! Being a Tradie is hard and physical work. It’s not uncommon for individuals to experience pain in their feet, backs and legs often leading to time off work. To decrease your risk of sustaining work place injuries, it is important to be educated in preventative measures in order to keep yourself safe and healthy. Poorly fitting work boots, long periods of standing and repetitive motions can lead to problem

There is no such thing as ‘mild’ diabetes. All types of diabetes are serious, progressive and complex diseases which can have a major impact on quality of life and life-expectancy. The best ways to minimise the risk of complications is early diagnosis, treatment and effective ongoing support and management. To manage your diabetes it's important to make sure you are continually working on and aware of your condition. Managing diabetes will require variations based on your per

A professional massage is more than an ordinary backrub. The whole point of a therapeutic massage is to release that tension, work out the kinks and help your body relax so it can function at an optimal level. When receiving a massage the actions of the massage ensure that the blood gets pushed through the muscles so that in turn the muscle can start working properly again. There are several theories, in addition to muscle function, as to why people sometimes experience after

If you’re a runner, play sport or suffer from leg pain, there’s no doubt you own a foam roller. Most people will know the pain of lying on your side to release the ITB (Illio-Tibial Band), but the foam roller is extremely versatile and can be used to release muscle tightness, stretch and even core stability. Here are a few modifications you can add to your routine. Muscle release/stretching The most common use of a foam roller is to release muscle tension, this doesn’t have t

We know staying active in the Winter can be a harder task, but we have tips and hints to keep you active, healthy and injury free this Winter. Get inspired with Winter Sports A great way to stay inspired during the Winter is by taking part in a team based sport like Football, Rugby and Netball. When playing Winter sports it’s important to listen to your body. Make sure you get the most out of Winter exercise by keeping on top of warming up, stretching, cooling down and managi

We are often asked “what is dry-needling & how is it different to acupuncture?” Traditional Acupuncture: Needles are inserted using “meridians” based on the philosophies of the East Asian Medicine (EAM) approach. This includes a thorough traditional EAM assessment and treatment. We can briefly explain Acupuncture as correcting imbalances throughout the body according to the flow of “Chi” through designated points along the meridians of the body. Western Acupuncture: Western a

Are you training for a marathon? Do you find yourself suffering from nagging calf, knee or hip pain/tightness? Athletes often find themselves suffering from nagging injuries that don’t seem to connect to a specific trauma. There are reasons why this happens, and understanding the concept of load vs. capacity can help athletes better recover and better prevent future injuries. Simply put, all musculoskeletal injuries are the result of an imbalance between the load placed on th

Are you having trouble completing everyday activities such as walking, climbing stairs or prolonged sitting? Has your knee given way or feels unstable? If you're suffering these symptoms or pain in the knee then this article looks at the main causes of knee pain along with what to do about it to help get you back on your feet. What causes pain in the front of the knee (anterior knee pain)? The two most common causes of anterior knee pain are: Patello-Femoral Syndrome Patell

I can hear some of you say ‘that’s the last thing on my mind now’, and other’s saying ‘Yes, WHEN!’ and other’s saying ‘I’ve tried, and it feels different, will it ever be normal?’ and still others saying ‘I’m worried about what my partner will think of me now’. First things first, each and every person’s sex life is completely different, so never compare yourself to others when it comes to sex. There is no ‘normal’. Many women find that their sex life completely changes after

Shoes help protect and support the feet - they should never be something that cause you pain and you should not need to “break in” a pair of shoes – they should be immediately comfortable. When your trusty old shoes hit the point of no return it can be hard to let them go - especially when the thought of getting new shoes sends memories of pain shooting up your legs. To make sure you get the right shoes it's good to remember some of the following points when choosing your new

Are you having trouble completing everyday activities such as carrying the groceries or reaching into overhead cupboards? Does your shoulder feel unstable? Shoulder pain is quite common in Australia in both younger and older people, however the causes are often different. Should pain in younger people tends to be more likely from an accident or injury. However, for older people suffering shoulder pain it is often from natural wear and tear in the shoulder joint and the rotat

Are your kids fussy, or reluctant to try new foods? Here are some quick tips to help you expand their intake. Children often mimic their parents, so if you’re fussy with food, unfortunately you’re not setting the best example. Set a good example by eating a wide range of healthy foods and enjoying them and don’t make disparaging comments about foods. For every food, there’s almost always a substitute. If your children hate vegetables, offer more fruit or legumes; if they disl

Plan...so that you never get too hungry When you get too hungry you make poor decisions because your judgment is compromised. If you skip meals you will be playing catch up for the rest of the day and will tend to choose those unnecessary sweet treats around 4pm. To avoid this plan your meals and snacks throughout the day, which will help, abolish that insatiable hunger. Healthy eating will go astray if you do not plan! Planning is crucial to staying on track and reaching yo