Prevention

Welcome to the latest Lane Cove Physio blog. As the physiotherapists who want you at your best, we've got a wake-up call. According to the latest National Health Survey, many Aussies aren't even close to hitting their physical activity goals. We're talking about a deficit that's...

Hello, fellow runners and fitness enthusiasts! As your trusted local Lane Cove physiotherapy clinic, we're not just here to treat aches and pains. Our Staff are here to help you live your best, most active life, and what better way to do that than participating in a...

As we get older, it is normal to start to worry about the risk of falling. Falls can lead to serious injuries, and they can have a significant impact on our quality of life. At Lane Cove Physio, we understand the importance of falls prevention...

Most people think that because they’re not a “professional” athlete, there’s no point in seeing a physiotherapist over the off-season to rehabilitate their niggling sports injuries. That’s definitely not the case. There’s a reason professional sportspeople have physiotherapists on 24/7 speed-dial (even during the off-season) and it’s...

With almost 70% of us living in Sydney’s north shore working full time[1], it has never been more important to prioritise our health and wellbeing. Having a good work life balance is important, however it is so easy to feel chained to your desk during...

What are the benefits of childhood sports participation? Physical activity is important in developing the health and wellbeing of children as it promotes a wide range of effects that support growth and development.  Studies have shown that physical activity is not only good for a child’s...

It’s back to school time again, which means that children all around Australia are going to be putting on their backpacks, grabbing their iPads, books, heading to class and putting themselves at higher risk of a back, shoulder and neck pain.[1] The combination of under...

Hydrating is not an optional extra for human beings, it is necessary for survival. That’s what happens when 50-60% of our body mass is water. If you are an active human being who spends time in the gym or running, your need for staying hydrated...

Now that winter is in the rear view mirror, many people around the country will be dusting off the running shoes, updating those apple watches and getting ready to hit the pavement running. Whether you hibernated completely over the winter or scaled back your physical...

Everybody knows at least a little bit about pain. If you’ve ever had a headache, put your neck out, twinged your back, pulled a hamstring or stubbed your toe you’ve experienced pain on some level. Unfortunately, one in five Australians experiences chronic pain. What is chronic...