The unfortunate truth is that many of us spend hours every day hunched over a computer or phone screen. But the body was never made to slouch for long durations! In fact, continually hunching forward can lead to varying degrees of pain and problems. One problem associated with slouching is...
Did you know that up to 40% of people will experience sciatica at some point in their lives? Sciatica pain is impossible to ignore and even harder to live with. The sharp, shooting pain can be felt from your lower back to your buttocks or down your leg into your...
Pregnancy is a beautiful and exciting time. However, aches and pains are common during those nine months, causing various discomforts. In fact, back pain is one of the most frequent complaints during pregnancy, especially in the later stages. Luckily, there are various ways to address your back pain during pregnancy....
Experienced by countless individuals globally, sciatica stands as a prevalent condition. Its hallmark is the presence of pain that travels along the course of the sciatic nerve, which stretches from the lower back all the way down the legs. While the causes and symptoms of sciatica can differ, comprehending them...
Soft tissue injuries are common occurrences that can happen to anyone, whether it’s a sprained ankle from a misstep or a strained muscle from overexertion. These injuries, although often not life-threatening, can be incredibly painful and limit our mobility. Proper management of soft tissue injuries is crucial to ensure a...
Water is one of the most essential elements for the human body; It’s the building block of life and plays a vital role in maintaining bodily functions. But how much water should you drink every day? It’s a question that’s been asked time and time again, with various answers provided...
As a tradie, you know all too well the physical demands of the job. Whether you’re a carpenter, plumber, electrician, or any other type of tradesperson, your work requires you to use your body in ways that can be taxing on your muscles and joints. Over time, this can lead...
Traditionally if you look around at various female sports such as netball, basketball & gymnastics , a common theme was they were non contact based. This has led many critics to categorise various female sports as “boring,” giving women and girls alike less exposure in the sports industry. In fact,...
The brain is the command center of the body—and this is why any head injury is considered ultra-serious, especially concussions. A concussion involves the movement of your brain within the confines of the skull, resulting in varying degrees of swelling. Unfortunately, this can have detrimental and long-lasting impacts on your...
Lower back pain has become a huge problem in the past few years. With people sitting more and reducing their activity level, we’re witnessing the rise of a back pain epidemic. Luckily, there are some tried and true ways to both strengthen and stretch the lower back. In this article,...
