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In its simplest form, Diabetes is a disease that occurs when someone’s blood glucose (blood sugar) levels are too high. We have a small organ called a pancreas that senses when we have too much glucose (sugar) in our blood.

With summer just around the corner, what better time to get your feet in shape for those days when your feet will be on show to the world. Here are a few tips to keep your feet in good condition over the warmer months.

Drinking alcohol has long been an ingrained part of the Aussie culture, but last year polls showed that more Aussies were purchasing alcohol during the height of COVID lockdowns than previously.

Our balance plays a vital role in sports, activities of daily living and as we continue to age. The ability to control balance during our ADL’s is reduced as we age as a result of deterioration in the sensory, cognitive and musculoskeletal system.

Back pain can be very distressing and disabling but is also very common and rarely dangerous. Statistics suggest that 84% of people worldwide experience back pain at some point in their lives and it is equally common across age groups.

70% of recreational and competitive runners will sustain an overuse injury within a 12-month period. By optimising strength, flexibility and technique, running assessments are used to reduce this incidence preventing injury and improving performance.

Shin splints can be described as pain felt through the front of the shin, along the tibia and can be caused by a number of issues. Shin splints can often flare up after acute bouts of exercise or training overload such as more running or jumping.

With the year among us, comes the feeling of a fresh start – 365 days to create your own journey and that is why you set New Year’s resolutions!

Christmas and New Years are times for celebration, relaxation, friends, family and of course, food! Whether it is prawns, a roast or champagne, it’s really important especially after the year we have had!

Chiropractic is a style of treatment that focuses on addressing acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries of the body, with a specialised focus on spinal-related injuries. Chiropractic is renowned for a particular style of treatment seen all over...

Exercise Physiology is a somewhat new profession. Most people haven’t heard of Exercise Physiologists or think that they are Physiotherapists. Granted, we are similar, and should work together to get the best possible outcomes for our patients.

The shoes you run in play a key role in your comfort, performance and preventing injuries. Inappropriate, ill-fitting or worn-out running shoes could increase your risk of injury to the lowerbody.