Exercises that may help your swollen ankles

Swollen ankles can be problematic for many people. Concerns can stem from appearance to questioning whether it is a result of a more serious issue. So, what causes swollen ankles? This is a frequently asked question by our patients at Move Better for Life. While there are many reasons why your ankles swell, our team has noticed some particular trends. This video will address 3 of these reasons and ways to help you get back on your feet!

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3 Common Reasons Why Your Ankles Are Swollen

Swollen ankles can be problematic for many people. Concerns can stem from appearance to questioning whether it is a result of a more serious issue. So, what causes swollen ankles? This is a frequently asked question by our patients at Move Better for Life. While there are many reasons why your ankles swell, our team has noticed some particular trends. This article will address 3 of these reasons and ways to help you get back on your feet!

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Exercises for a frozen shoulder

Do you feel like your shoulder is suddenly beginning to stiffen up? Is washing your hair becoming harder by the day? Has a once healthy shoulder now deteriorated to the point that you’re unable to move it without pain? If you are experiencing any one of these issues, you could be experiencing a condition called frozen shoulder. In this blog we cover the causes, symptoms and treatments of frozen shoulder.

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Frozen Shoulder – A Physiotherapist’s Perspective

Do you feel like your shoulder is suddenly beginning to stiffen up? Is washing your hair becoming harder by the day? Has a once healthy shoulder now deteriorated to the point that you’re unable to move it without pain? If you are experiencing any one of these issues, you could be experiencing a condition called frozen shoulder. In this blog, we cover the causes, symptoms and treatments of frozen shoulder. I also demonstrate some key exercises you may find useful.

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Exercises for poor posture

Poor posture can wreak havoc on the body. It can lead to neck, shoulder, and back pain, discomfort, headaches, muscle weakness, muscle tightness and even a predisposition to joint arthritis. These simple exercises may help with poor posture and lower back pain.

Our principal physiotherapist, Deb Hunter demonstrates 2 exercise that can help in this short video.

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Lower back pain and care: An Awkward Amount of Time

Approximately one-third of Australians will experience lower back pain at some point in their life. It often resolves with care and attention within a few weeks. However, sometimes it takes longer and then keeps coming back for ‘no apparent reason’.   

The truth is – there is a reason but it isn’t always what you would expect. Many people associate lower back pain as being caused by lifting heavy objects. That is the case for some people but for most, there are two other reasonable and more likely explanations.  This article discusses some of the causes of lower back pain and what you can do to prevent injury with simple tips and exercises.

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