Research Article: Disorders of breathing and continence have a stronger association with back pain than obesity and physical activity
by Michelle D Smith1, Anne Russell2 and Paul W Hodges Division of Physiotherapy, The University of Queensland 2School of Population Health, The University of Queensland “Although obesity and physical activity have been argued to predict back pain, these factors are also related to incontinence and…
Personal Protective Equipment and Headaches in Frontline Health Care Workers
By: Dr. Patricia Farrell This March, a study was conducted that aimed to determine the risk factors associated with the development of headaches in health care workers wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Different types of PPE include face masks, face shields, protective eye-wear, and gloves,…
Pregnancy Education Virtual Course
Did you just have a baby or are soon expecting? Elite Physio can help by providing you post a pregnancy education virtual course. The course is designed for women post partum to regain strength and understand the changes in their body i.e core, pelvic floor to…
Making Your and Your Child’s Time at Home a Little Easier
Having a written scheduled routine for your children during this very challenging time should make life a bit easier for everyone inside the household. You can help by making a schedule and make your children responsible by following a scheduled routine, as they would have…
Meditation and Yoga Stretches During Quarantine
In this trying time of having to quarantine and staying indoors, it can become a little unnerving at times. Most of us are not only aching physically from inactivity, but our minds can feel entrapped too. Lack of social interaction and not being able to…
How to Optimize your Work from Home Space
Prop your computer screen up on a box, books, or computer stand so that the top line that you are reading on your screen is at eye level or slightly below. If you do not have a separate keyboard, set your laptop up so your…
Nutrients to Strengthen and Support Good Immune Function
By Farida Visram, CNP At 55, I have come to appreciate that embedded in every challenge is an opportunity. Woven into the fabric of life, challenges stimulate and re-ignite our innate capacity for resourcefulness, resilience and innovation, paving the way for a fresh perspective and…
How to Stretch Properly
How to Stretch Properly? While there are many benefits to be gained from effective stretching, employing an improper technique can actually result in injury. Here are some tips and guidelines for you to follow when stretching: Warm up first with an activity such as walking…
Understanding Hamstring Tears
Let’s get clued up on hamstring strains; why you may have one, what you can do to help and how to prevent a future injury. The hamstrings are a group of three muscles; the biceps femoris, semimembranosus and semitendinosus. You can feel these muscles if…
10 Interesting Facts About Tendons
Tendons are found all over the body and while you may know a little about them, you might be surprised to learn a few of these facts. Tendons can be found at the ends of muscles. Tendons are simply connective tissues that attach muscles to…
How Smoking Can Affect Tissue Healing
It is a well-accepted fact that smoking is bad for our health, however the effects of smoking are often far more complex than we realize. Healthcare professionals often suggest ceasing smoking prior to surgery or following an injury as it can significantly impact how long…