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Understanding Spinal Arthritis: Latest Evidence on Pathology and Treatment
Arthritis of the spine, or spinal arthritis, is a common condition that can lead to back and neck pain, stiffness, and discomfort, especially as we age. It refers to inflammation in the joints of the spine, which can cause a range of symptoms that affect day-to-day life. While the term “arthritis” is often associated with wear and tear, there are different types that affect the spine, each with its own causes and treatments. This post explores the different types of spinal arthritis, the latest understanding of the pathology, and the best conservative (non-surgical) treatment options—focusing the most common cause of arthritis that we see, osteoarthritis (OA).
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!
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.
RED-S: Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport - What is it and what to do about it.
What is RED-S and what can you do to prevent it? In the world of sports, athletes constantly push their bodies to the limit, striving for peak performance. However, there’s a fine line between optimal training and overtraining, and crossing that line can have serious health consequences.
Dry needling - what is it and how can it help?
What is dry needling and how can it help? We answer all your questions about dry needling as a therapeutic technique to help with hip pain, low back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain and lower limb pain.
Dizziness Explained - When is it Vertigo?
Dizziness is a term that can be used to describe a range of feelings including feeling faint, giddy, unsteady, off-balance or light-headed. Vertigo is specific type of dizziness that feels as though you or the room around you are spinning. Our clinicians are well placed to help you with specific types of vertigo and dizziness. Read on to learn how
Do you think my headache could be coming from my neck?
Is my headache coming from my neck? Headaches have many causes and some of them are very serious so we ask a lot of questions and do a thorough examination to answer this question. The good news is though, that the vast majority of headaches aren’t serious, many are associated with neck pain and stiffness, and can often be helped with treatment, exercise and education.
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.
Falls Prevention: why it matters
“I’m a little unsteady on my feet, but that’s just part of getting old”. You may have heard this said before from a parent, grandparent or colleague at work; you may have even been guilty of saying this yourself! Falls and becoming unsteady on your feet are not something that should simply be accepted with ageing.
Exercise and Bone Health
While most people are aware of the benefits of strengthening their muscles for overall health and longevity, very few take into account the importance of also focusing on strength exercises for bone health. Just as muscles respond to differing stimuli and load, our bones too are the same!