Shoulder pain is one of, if not the most common complaint a Crossfit athlete will present to the clinic with. Working as a Physiotherapist and training in a Crossfit gym, I have witnessed first-hand how shoulder pain can severely impact training and life outside of the gym as well. To understand why shoulder pain is […]
Author: Oliver Meroni
Physiotherapy for Lower Back Pain: A Comprehensive Guide
The back is a complex network of muscles, including the trapezius, latissimus dorsi, rhomboids, and erector spinae. These muscles play a crucial role in supporting and stabilizing the spine and upper body. Weakness in any of these muscles can contribute to poor posture, chronic back pain, and injuries. Lower back pain is the most common […]
Goal Setting post Lockdown
With gyms set to re-open after four gruelling months of lockdown, it’s natural to want to return in an absolute blaze of glory and pick up right where you left off. As tempting as it is, it’s something I would be strongly recommending to resist against. Not only is it going to increase your risk […]
Do You Need To Stretch or Roll Out Your ITB?
With NSW about to enter its fourth month of lockdown, I’m not surprised that many people have taken up running as a means to get moving and exercising (and have an excuse to get out of the house!). A common presentation that we’ve had in the clinic over the last few months is pain on […]
Immune Boosting This Winter!
Having just passed the shortest day of the year this year, it’s never too late to start boosting your immune system. The immune system is put under the greatest amount of stress during this time of the year than it is at any other time. We know that there are so many ways that someone […]
Recovery for Performance
Most athletes know that getting enough rest after exercise is essential to high-level performance, but many still feel guilty when they take a day off. The body repairs and strengthens itself in the time between workouts, and continuous training can actually weaken the strongest athletes. Why Do I Need to Incorporate Recovery? After an intense […]
Christmas and Movement
The Christmas build up has begun and in the middle of the never ending to do list, finding time to exercise can be a challenge. We’re out socialising on Christmas dos and up late online shopping for the perfect present, after a long day it seems easier to flop onto the sofa with a ready […]
Pain and Movement
Relaxed movement and physical activity are vital to helping you manage your pain to keep doing the everyday things that are important to you. After an acute injury (for example rolling your ankle or hurting your back), the body’s first natural instinct is to tense up and protect the body. Naturally, this will result in […]
Sever’s Disease in the Young Athlete
Sever’s Disease is one of the most common overuse injuries in the young athlete that we will see as Physiotherapists. It can be a largely debilitating injury that can progressively worsen over time, leading to some catastrophic results if not treated and managed correctly. Having been that young athlete myself, it has become a passion […]
