“Sit up straight.” “Don’t slouch.” “Stand tall.” Most of us have heard these reminders since childhood. They’re often well-intentioned, but they can also create the impression that there’s one perfect posture we should maintain all day. If we don’t, we’re led to believe that back pain, neck pain or spinal problems are inevitable. The truth […]
You’ve just started your second set of bench press when you notice a familiar ache in your shoulder. Maybe it’s only there during overhead presses. Perhaps it lingers after your workout or makes reaching for something on a high shelf uncomfortable later that day. It’s a situation many gym-goers face. The first question is usually, […]
Many people assume that back pain is simply an unavoidable part of getting older. It’s a common belief, but it isn’t entirely true. While our bodies naturally change with age, persistent back pain shouldn’t be dismissed as “just ageing.” Many older Australians remain active, independent and comfortable well into their later years, while others experience […]
You can walk around the supermarket without a problem. You make it through a stroll around the neighbourhood. But the moment you start climbing a flight of stairs, your knee lets you know something isn’t quite right. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Pain when walking upstairs is one of the most common reasons […]
Take a moment to think about how often you look at your phone. Checking messages over breakfast. Scrolling through social media while waiting for coffee. Replying to emails between meetings. Watching videos on the couch. Using your phone has become such a natural part of everyday life that most of us don’t notice how often […]
Few professions ask as much of the body as nursing and aged care. One moment you’re helping someone out of bed. The next, you’re pushing equipment down a corridor, assisting with personal care, responding to an emergency or spending hours on your feet. Unlike many office-based jobs, healthcare work rarely allows you to move at […]
If you’ve been searching online about shoulder pain, you’ve probably come across two terms over and over again: Rotator cuff pain and shoulder impingement. Many people assume they’re exactly the same thing. Others think one is simply a more severe version of the other. The truth is a little more complicated. These terms describe different […]
If you’ve been diagnosed with flat feet and are now experiencing heel pain, it’s natural to wonder whether the two are connected. Many people assume that having flat feet automatically means they’ll develop plantar fasciitis. Others worry that the shape of their feet is something that needs to be “fixed.” The reality is more reassuring. […]
Whether you’re a builder, electrician, plumber, landscaper, carpenter or another tradesperson, your body works hard every day. Climbing ladders, lifting materials, carrying tools, bending repeatedly and working in awkward positions all place physical demands on your muscles and joints. It’s no surprise that many tradies finish the day with a stiff or aching lower back. […]
Whether you’re lifting a heavy box at work, carrying groceries, moving furniture or picking up a child, the way you lift can place different levels of stress on your lower back. While lifting itself isn’t necessarily harmful, using poor lifting techniques or attempting to lift more than your body is prepared for may increase the […]
