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Understanding Shoulder Pain: Types, Causes, and Treatment
Older Adults, Sporting & Injury Megan May Older Adults, Sporting & Injury Megan May

Understanding Shoulder Pain: Types, Causes, and Treatment

Shoulder pain is a common issue for many people. This post will break down the different types of shoulder pain, what could be causing it, and how physiotherapy and osteopathy can help in assessing, diagnosing, and treating your shoulder pain. Common shoulder complaints include frozen shoulder, rotator cuff related shoulder pain, dislocations, arthritis and referred pain.

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The Eureka Pilates difference - have you noticed?

The Eureka Pilates difference - have you noticed?

In the 6 years that we’ve been offering Pilates classes, the awareness and popularity of this great form of exercise has boomed. Across our Ballarat and Buninyong Studios we have a variety of instructors, all with their own style, experience, training and personality. No matter which class you choose, we continue to be passionate about small classes, safety, injury prevention and appropriate modifications for your body.

As a local independent business, our instructors are free to plan their own classes and choose their own music. We encourage you to try a few different instructors and figure out which class is your favourite, or mix and match!

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Why do we have osteos and physios working together? Why you might choose to see one rather than the other?

Why do we have osteos and physios working together? Why you might choose to see one rather than the other?

Osteopaths and physiotherapists often work together in Australian private practice because their skills and approaches complement each other, allowing for a more comprehensive and holistic approach to patient care. Multidisciplinary care is the gold standard for many conditions and we wholeheartedly believe that it leads to better outcomes for patients. In our clinic we not only combine osteopathy and physiotherapy but also Remedial Massage, Pilates and Exercise Physiology. We have hand picked a team of clinicians that share our values and approach to healthcare, no matter their qualification.

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Reducing the risk of Bone Stress Injuries in runners
Sporting & Injury Anthony Rogan Sporting & Injury Anthony Rogan

Reducing the risk of Bone Stress Injuries in runners

Bone stress injuries (BSIs) are common among endurance runners and can often occur in the lead up to a running event, which can cause a significant pain and disrupt training, depending on the severity of bone stress.

There are ways to encourage strong bone tissue and promote longevity in running. In this article we provide tips to minimise your risk of BSI

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2024 Concussion Guidelines PLUS how and when to return to sport after concussion
Sporting & Injury Megan May Sporting & Injury Megan May

2024 Concussion Guidelines PLUS how and when to return to sport after concussion

While many athletes appear to recover quickly from a concussion, there is growing body of evidence and awareness of the long-term impacts of concussion. It can be a really stressful time for parents, athletes and coaches to decide how and when a player returns to sport. ⁠Our message is: have a thorough assessment with a concussion trained health professional in order to understand your symptoms and be able to clearly measure your progress. ⁠

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When the first step really hurts: what is plantar fasciitis and how do you fix it?

When the first step really hurts: what is plantar fasciitis and how do you fix it?

Plantar fasciitis (also sometime called plantar fasciopathy) is a common foot condition characterised by pain and inflammation in the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs from the heel to the toes. It typically causes pain at the attachment area at the front of the heel. It is estimated that up to 10% of people will experience plantar fasciitis at some point in their lives.

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