Calcium intake is a vital factor in the maintenance of strong and healthy bones. Where proper nutrition is important for back health, calcium deficiency can cause bones to become brittle and fracture, particularly when over the age of 35. Most commonly, calcium deficiency and brittle bones can lead to osteoporosis, particularly in women.
In order to overcome the limitations associated with preexisting treatments for musculoskeletal injuries, regenerative medicine has emerged as a promising strategy for developing functional tissue constructs. With the ability to repair, regenerate and restore musculoskeletal organs or tissues.
Pilates and yoga classes are becoming increasingly popular forms of exercise. Developed to help strengthen the core and tone muscles, each of these programs are designed to promote the neutral alignment of the spine and promote back health. Through strengthening the deep postural muscles that support this alignment, asymmetries can be improved and thus decrease wear and tear.
When you stand up after a day at work, does your back resemble a question mark? Bad posture whilst sitting at your desk can easily lead to back pain.
Are you doing everything you can to manage your Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia is a complex disorder, characterised by chronic, widespread pain and a heightened and painful response to gentle touch. While it’s more common in women aged 20 – 50 years, it can strike men and children and impacts on millions throughout the world. Fibromyalgia has also been linked to fatigue, morning stiffness, tro…
Workplace ergonomics is now on the radar of most employers across Australia – thanks to education campaigns and research into the impacts of sitting poorly. Companies are increasingly willing to invest in OH&S equipment and raise ergonomics awareness in order to reap the ongoing benefits for their staff.
But when it comes to applying this approach to the home, we still have some catching…
Joints can be a really big pain. They swell up, ache and hurt. Not so long ago joint pain was an “old person” problem. But not anymore. With longer lifespans our musculoskeletal system needs to work harder for longer. Sadly, it is not always up to the task. What is joint pain? Joint pain is caused by a few different factors and varies a lot in severity and length of discomfort.
Each year more than 900,000 Australians participate in tennis. It is the third most popular organised sport behind aerobics & golf. The sprinting, stopping, starting, bending & stretching nature of the game puts repetitive stresses on the musculoskeletal system and demands both aerobic and anaerobic fitness. Many tennis injuries for both the competitive and social player can be reduced …
Do you remember your grandparents ever telling you that it was about to rain, not because the weather report, but because they felt the coming rain in their bones? Feeling a change in the weather through pain in your joints is an old wives’ tale held onto so strongly that scientists have been compelled to investigate the phenomena.
In March 2016, the NHS, the body responsible for all health care in the UK, has released draft guidelines which reverse their advice on the treatment of back pain in several key areas, paving the way for changes in Australia’s treatment recommendations and health insurance guidelines.
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