Welcome to the August 2023 Edition of our newsletter where we share updates, tips and Phyx. stories.
July Survey Month
Thank you to everyone who completed our surveys and gave us your valuable feedback. It’s so lovely to hear about all the positive experiences and treatments our team provide, and there were some solid nuggets that we can act on for us to continue to improve what we offer.
Pregnancy Education Series
This month we have put together some posts about common conditions we see during pregnancy.
This month we have
- Sacroiliac Joint Pain During Pregnancy – read here
- Pubic Symphysis Pain During Pregnancy – read here
- Hip Bursitis During Pregnancy – read here
Over the next 2 months we have another 6 more posts, including mastitis, round ligament pain and more.
Foot And Ankle Pain In This Warmer Weather
As the warmer weather rolls round, we start seeing foot and ankle pain increase in the practice. The extra espi walks and beach runs can cause some sore bits and bobs. The 2 most common walking/running injuries we see are (1) plantar fasciitis (now called plantar heel pain) and (2) achilles tendinopathy.
To avoid these overuse injuries, ensure to increase your walking or running strategically.
A few tips
- choose to increase time exercising OR frequency. ie Time exercising: if you increase walking from 30mins to 60mins, keep the amount of times per week you walk the same. Frequency exercising: If you choose to increase from walking 3x per week to every day, do not increase length of time.
- always have 1 day rest per week.
- check out the soles of your shoes and ensure they aren’t worn out. Usually you will see the tread has worn off on the outside of your heels or near the ball of your foot.
- never throw away your old shoes until you’re sure your new ones are just as comfy. If you have changed your shoes recently and the foot pain has increased.
- if your pain persists more than 2 days and isn’t improving on its own, it’s time for a visit to your physio or podiatrist.
Mums & Bubs
Our next Mums & Bubs intake is starting August 29th Tuesdays at 11am and August 31st Thursdays at 10am.
Book your “initial M&B appointment” online via our website & add a booking note that you would like to join that class. Your initial appointment is claimable through your private health insurance so bring your card on the day.
We only have 2 intakes per month so please be quick. More info here
Father’s Day
Not sure what to get dad this Father’s day?
Give the gift of good health. He can use his voucher for physio, needling, cupping or Pilates.
Does Your Colleague’s Dog’s Walker Need A Physio? 🐕😝
We love helping your friends and family!
Send your loved ones in to see us and we will give you a $10 off voucher for your next Physio treatment!
