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Joint Replacements and the Road to Recovery: How Physiotherapy Makes a Difference”
Introduction:For many individuals facing the prospect of joint replacement surgery, the road to recovery may seem daunting. However, with the right support and guidance, it's possible to navigate this journey with confidence and optimism. In this blog, we'll...
Anterior cruciate Ligament – ACL injuries and rehab
In Australia, we play a wide variety of sports that involved mutli-directional changes typically at high speed. With these types of sport like football / AFL, soccer and netball, injuries occur and one in particular is a knee ligament. What is it?The anterior...
The Importance of Glute Strength: Unlocking Power and Preventing Injuries
Strong glutes are the foundation of a powerful and functional lower body. A lot of people train them to enhance their physique, but they also play a critical role in various movements and overall physical health. Neglecting glute strength can lead to pain problems...
Is there value in getting imaging?
Imaging can be a useful tool when used effectively, but at the same time, the relationship between findings on imaging and pain experience can be a little tenuous. So, what goes into the decision of whether to refer someone for imaging? This blog will aim to shed...
Achilles Tendinopathy
Introduction The Achilles tendon, the largest and strongest tendon in the body and is crucial for various physical activities, including walking, running and jumping. However, this tendon is susceptible to injuries and conditions such as Achilles tendinopathy. ...
Thoracic “Mid Back” Pain
Have you ever experienced…Your upper and mid back feels as stiff as a block.It’s sore and uncomfortable to lie on your back.Even breathing can cause sharp stabbing pain in the middle of your back.No lower back or neck stretches seems to “hit the spot”.If you do,...
Why do we get injured?
As a physiotherapist this is a quite common question that we get asked and why did it happen now compared to a previous time. The answer is not quite straight forward, and the answer comes down too many different variables that affect injuries. You bend over and...
Getting the Most Out of Your Physiotherapy Appointment
At Bassendean Physiotherapy, all of our therapists want to help you have the best outcome from each and every consultation. We are experts at directing the consultation to help achieve your individual goals, and there is a lot that you can do as a patient to help...
“Wry” is my neck so painful out of nowhere?
Have you ever woken up with severe neck pain coupled with the inability to turn your head? Wondering what you might have done in your sleep to have caused this… Then you might have been a victim of “Wry Neck”.What is it?Wry neck is a condition where the neck...
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