When you’re experiencing pain, tingling, or weakness in your arm, it’s natural to think that your arm or shoulder is the source of the problem. In many cases, however, the issue is a pinched nerve in your neck, otherwise known as cervical radiculopathy. Ryan Yang, our...
Are you considering surgery for a rotator cuff injury, but you’re hesitant to take that step? The good news is that surgery isn’t your only option, as the most effective rotator cuff treatment depends on many different factors. In fact, surgery isn’t always needed. At...
Most people are aware that rehab helps their recovery after an operation, but the idea of physiotherapy before surgery is often something new. Pre-surgery physio or prehab, however, is just as important as post-surgery rehab for your recovery and long-term outcomes....
At our Newport clinic, Chantelle Buck has seen an increasing number of women presenting with pelvic floor dysfunction. What’s common amongst many of these women is that they’ve been focusing on strengthening their core but are now finding it difficult to relax their...
If you’re suffering from shoulder pain, then it’s likely you’ve also heard of the cortisone injection vs physio debate. It can feel confusing when one option promises quick pain relief while the other focuses on longer-term rehabilitation. Understanding how each...
Some days with hypermobility can feel surprisingly good, with your body moving more freely, pain sitting lower than usual, and energy levels finally on your side. When that happens, it’s completely natural to want to make the most of it. The challenge is that these...
Becoming a mum is one of life’s most rewarding experiences, but it’s also one of the biggest physical challenges your body will ever face. Whether you’ve experienced a vaginal or a caesarean delivery, the weeks that follow are about helping your body heal, regain its...
We see many patients experiencing neck pain in Newport, and more often than not, modern habits are to blame. Hours spent hunched over phones, laptops, and tablets make it easy to forget about posture until the stiffness and pain set in. That dull ache at the back of...
If you’ve been meaning to book an appointment for physiotherapy using private health extras, there’s no better time than now! That’s because on January 1st, your extras reset, and any unused benefits from this year are lost. For example, if you have $600 worth of...
Physiotherapy for gym injuries is one of our most sought-after services, which is not surprising given that we’re located right next door to a busy gym! Sore shoulders, knees, and lower backs are all common complaints seen by Nicole Peavey and Ryan Yang, two of the...
Tennis elbow might sound like an injury that only happens to athletes, but anyone who spends time gripping tools, typing, gardening, or lifting can experience it. Ignoring it isn’t the solution, because you’ll quickly notice that the pain doesn’t go away—instead, it...
Whether you’re running, jumping, or simply walking along normally, calf pain can stop you in your tracks. Is it something to be worried about? Is it a tear? Is it a strain? What do I do? Who can I ask? Understanding what’s wrong and whether it’s a tear or a strain is...