18 Nov Why Orthotics? So you've been told you need orthotics? Many of us have been in the position of being told we need orthotics. But why? What do they actually do? Will I have to wear them for ever? There are many different styles, types and functions of orthotics. The most common reason that a pair of orthotics will be prescribed is due to pain. Research has shown that they can help in lower back, hip, knee and foot pain. The style/type of orthotic is always different and will be tailored from patient to
So you've been told you need orthotics? Many of us have been in the position of being told we need orthotics. But why? What do they actually do? Will I have to wear them for ever? There are many different styles, types and functions of orthotics. The most common reason that a pair of orthotics will be prescribed is due to pain. Research has shown that they can help in lower back, hip, knee and foot pain. The style/type of orthotic is always different and will be tailored from patient to
09 Nov Stretch, stretch and stretch some more! Stretch, stretch and stretch some more! From a young age and the first stages of any sport/training, we are always told to stretch; but why? There are numerous scientifically proven reasons to stretch that include: Increased muscle function Improved gait and biomechanics Correct, and align joints Decrease muscle soreness Increase flexibility Decrease risk of injuries Apart from pathological reasons to stretch, it has also been shown to improve mental state with programs like yoga and pilates.
Stretch, stretch and stretch some more! From a young age and the first stages of any sport/training, we are always told to stretch; but why? There are numerous scientifically proven reasons to stretch that include: Increased muscle function Improved gait and biomechanics Correct, and align joints Decrease muscle soreness Increase flexibility Decrease risk of injuries Apart from pathological reasons to stretch, it has also been shown to improve mental state with programs like yoga and pilates.
19 Oct Update on Atherton Road Podiatry Centre Update on news at ARPC The clinic has now successfully completed the transition from the previous owner to Chalerm Tuantab. The clinic now operates 6 days a week with extended clinic hours and 3 podiatrists - Alison Reed, Chalerm Tuantab and Timothy Crilly. The clinic has just recently acquired the services of Alison Reed, who graduated from La Trobe University. She will, and has already been adding a fantastic new dynamic to our team. Alison brings experience from a different side of
Update on news at ARPC The clinic has now successfully completed the transition from the previous owner to Chalerm Tuantab. The clinic now operates 6 days a week with extended clinic hours and 3 podiatrists - Alison Reed, Chalerm Tuantab and Timothy Crilly. The clinic has just recently acquired the services of Alison Reed, who graduated from La Trobe University. She will, and has already been adding a fantastic new dynamic to our team. Alison brings experience from a different side of
