Mandurah Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

  Sciatica pain? Sciatica pain comes from the large nerve, the sciatic nerve which passes down through the buttocks, down the back/side of the thigh and then divides into other nerves in the low leg.  There are many reasons as to why this nerve becomes inflamed but it often originates from the lower back.  The sciatic nerve is formed in the mid to lower part of the back and comes out at various levels in the lower back.  If the back has been injured or has undue stress on it then swelling and inflammation may occur and then may then place stress on the sciatic nerve leading to what many people called a pinched nerve. This can cause severe pain in the back and down the leg/s and can be quite debilitating.  It is wise to see your local Physiotherapist for a full assessment .  Physiotherapists are fully qualified to deal with these type of conditions.   It is certainly worth talking to your G.P about your concerns. Ensure that your therapist takes a full ...

Tailbone and back pain following fall on bottom I recently suffered a fall on my bottom whilst playing sport.  I am now suffering from very low back pain and am experiencing some bladder problems.  What should I do? Back Pain can range from just a niggle to major injury.  The physiotherapists at Mandurah Physiotherapy treat a lot of clients with Back Pain.   It is very common in our society and the majority of the population will suffer from back pain at some point during their lives. Occasionally falls on the bottom will produce some instability and injury to the sacroiliac/coccyx joints.  These joints are where the tail bone attaches to the pelvic and connect to the spine.  Often if these structures are involved then bladder problems may emerge and may settle with treatment to the tailbone and a good exercise regime.  There is a lot of research in this area and there is still a lot more to do however this may be the problem and help from an experienc...

  Endurance sports such as Hockey are high energy sports involving endurance and strength for optimum results.   Weight training is beneficial to enhance performance in lots of sports and is certainly being used now at many levels.   It assists to increase muscle strength, muscle power, and endurance all of which are necessary for sports.  A lot of sports uses both arm and leg coordination and therefore it may be important to train both upper and lower body.  Upper body strength will help improve force output and maintain correct posture and technique during the game.  Weight training also increases lean body mass which causes an increased metabolic rate which assists in weight management.  This doesn’t mean that the development of huge muscles with weight training.  It takes long hard hours in the gym to develop large muscles and in most cases increased muscle tone will occur.  Females in particular due to androgen levels will not suff...

There is often a quick fix for the cause of children’s pain or dysfunction.  At Mandurah physiotherapy , we have physiotherapists who have special interest in the treatment of children.  We can help your child with: Milestone development- infancy to childhood Motorskill & lifestyle development- rolling, reaching, crawling, walking running, jumping, riding, ball skills Strengthening Growing Pains Scoliosis or posture concerns Sitting still in class Co-ordination and balancing Injuries/Pain in muscles and joints Torticollis and plagiocephaly Screen time versus active play requirements Weight management and fatigue Rehabilitation following bracing or medical procedures Sports injuries

  These injuries can be small but very painful when injured. Sprained thumbs are fairly common with a range of specific sports such as skiing.  The reason for this is because during a fall the ski pole is between thumb and fingers. ( Physiotherapy in Grange )    Any sport where the hand is stretched out on a fall can create damage to most commonly, the inner ligament of the middle thumb joint.  Like any soft tissue injury the RICE procedure should be followed immediately after injury and for 24 to 48 hours post injury.  This consists of Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation.  Rockingham Physio   Thumbs or injuries of the hand can be slow healing due to the complexity of the structures and because rest of this area can be difficult.  These injuries may take up to 6 –12 months to heal properly.  However thumbs and fingers respond  well to strapping or bracing which can allow for continuation of activity and sport, while the soft tissue...

  Mandurah Physiotherapy therapists are trained to deal in the treatment and maintenance of Arthritis. They assess these conditions, provide advice, treatment and exercise regimes to minimise its effects and maintain optimal function in daily activities and sports. There are over 100 different types of arthritis, so the chance of having some sort of arthritis throughout one’s life is high.  Arthritis is pain and inflammation around the joints. It may also be associated with inflammation in the muscles, ligaments, and tendons. The most common sort of arthritis is osteoarthritis, which is wear and tear of the joints and most people get this type of arthritis if they live long enough. It can affect the limbs as well as your spine. If you have an arthritic complaint that is causing problems then you may need medical treatment and or physiotherapy to keep you going especially during flare-ups. Long term, people with arthritis need to learn how to manage their arthritis to keep the...

    There are a variety of common Elbow conditions seen and treated by Physiotherapists (Physiotherapy in Grange) . The most common are tennis and golfer’s elbow. Tennis elbow is a pain on the outside of the elbow and can radiate down the forearm. This is most commonly a tendon injury and often...

  Physiotherapists see a lot of painful necks!  It is one of those areas of our body we use all the time and take for granted.  And it can get injured, overused, and wear out with time, excess loading and poor posture. It can then cause pain, headaches, arm pain and a range of other symptoms such as vertigo and weakness .neck and head physiotherapy in grange Physiotherapy is important for a full assessment of the problem, to see whether it’s coming from your neck or elsewhere and to ensure a treatment plan is in place.  A home program is vital and may consist of stretch and strength work which will help control neck pain and allow maintenance of chronic pain to minimise flare-ups.  Rockingham Physio   Chronic neck pain following whiplash injuries is common.  The neck muscles are used every day all day and it is very difficult to rest these injured structures.  Apart from normal movements, they are vitally important in maintaining your posture....

  Our Physiotherapists in Rockingham and Mandurah believe exercise is important.  Previously it was thought that once you retired inactivity was acceptable.  It’s now recognised that activity is beneficial throughout our journey. Our bodies are designed to exercise every day.  In fact if we don’t exercise, just as if we don’t eat, our body literally starts to break down and all sorts of problems emerge e.g. heart, bone/osteoporosis, depression, balance. mobility and lots more. It is a well-known fact that the way to fitness and good health is a well balanced diet and regular physical activity. This is especially true and important for the elderly.    Recent studies have shown that physical exercise in the twilight years adds quality and vitality to life. One mayor concern among a lot of people who don’t exercise is the fear of overdoing it and risking injury, especially as we get older.  This concern is valid but should not hinder from reaping the ben...

  Mandurah Physiotherapy therapists treat a lot of workers compensation and motor vehicle related injuries.  These injuries can be very debilitating and painful and it can be difficult to get back to your normal health and lifestyle due to the pain and loss of function. Mandurah Physiotherapy specialises in multi-area injuries by assessing each area and ensuring that a rehabilitation plan and program is set up to incorporate all the different facets of the your needs and concerns. You will need a referral from your General Practitioner or work doctor to claim through the insurance company. We can provide a range of services including individual physiotherapy, on-site hydrotherapy, clinical Pilates and, rehabilitation gym work. Programs are set up with specific individual needs in mind. Some people train better individually, while others progress better in small groups. We can address these needs and ensure rehabilitation in a safe pleasant environment with optimal results....

  The reason that driving or sitting for that matter causes your back to ache is fairly simple.  The entire back in standing is very cleverly designed to form an “S” curve when viewed sideways in order to cope with the everyday stresses placed on it. This creates a spring or bouncy effect with stresses to the back. The lower back, in particular, has the inward curve of the “S” so that when viewed from the side the curve curves towards the tummy. When sitting,  your legs are high in front of you, and this pulls the pelvic bones around so that this inward curve becomes either straight or curves the other way.  So often your back takes on the “C” shape instead of the “S”. This places a moderate amount of stress on the back which is aggravated by vibration eg. when travelling. At first, you may only experience stiffness getting out of your seat, then this will progress to stiffness and eventual pain while sitting and sitting to stand. The back can only take so much stre...

  Back Pain is a very common complaint and is experienced by almost the entire population at some stage in their lives. Mandurah Physiotherapy Clinicians treat this very common complaint. Chronic back pain is both painful and frustrating. Recent research has shown that persistent low back pain is due to a range of factors including poor disc hydration/health, stiff spinal segments, poor muscle control, degeneration of the spine and sometimes nerve compression. This can lead to not enough or too much movement between the vertebrae segments thus causing pain. Specific exercises aimed at improving normal spinal range and function will improve the back’s function and decrease pain. These exercises involve both back muscles and abdominal muscles but play an entirely different role to the abdominal muscles we use with exercises such as sit-ups.  There is a range of muscles that help to stabilise the spine including the lower abdominal muscles, which involve the transverse abdomino...

  Mandurah Physiotherapy in Mandurah are happy to provide health advice for our clients and readers through our website.  These are general guidelines and you should always seek advice from your Health professional or Physiotherapist for your specific needs. Mandurah Physiotherapy welcomes Kris Mikulic  to the team as a Remedial Massage Therapist. Book an appointment with Kris  for a 1 hour remedial massage and receive a discount.

  Suggestions For The Application Of Ice And Heat ( Physiotherapy in Grange ) Ice is an effective and natural pain killer and anti-inflammatory.  Ice should be applied over the inflamed area in the acute or early stages of your problem.  Whenever you experience swelling, redness or sharp / stabbing pain it is generally considered best to apply ice. Repeat until symptoms ease – usually for 24 – 48 hours.  Following this, you should alternate with ice and heat. If in doubt, contact your Physiotherapist.  Heat may be more applicable for chronic conditions to alleviate pain and restriction. APPLICATION of heat and ice Place ice cubes in a plastic bag or use a professionally prepared ice pack.  Place a damp face washer or tea towel over the problem area then place the ice pack on the material covering.  The first application should be as follows:- 10 minutes on 10 minutes off 10 minutes on 10 minutes off 10 minutes on Then during waking hours, apply the ice...

  Physiotherapists see a lot of painful necks!  It is one of those areas of our body we use all the time and take for granted.  And it can get injured, overused, and wear out with time, excess loading and poor posture. It can then cause pain, headaches, arm pain and a range of other symptoms such as vertigo and weakness. Physiotherapy is important for a full assessment of the problem, to see whether it’s coming from your neck or elsewhere and to ensure a treatment plan is in place.  A home program is vital and may consist of stretch and strength work which will help control neck pain and allow maintenance of chronic pain to minimize flare-ups.  Chronic neck pain following whiplash injuries is common.  The neck muscles are used every day all day and it is very difficult to rest these injured structures.  Apart from normal movements, they are vitally important in maintaining your posture.  Whiplash can leave a weakness in the neck and sometimes dege...

  Sacroiliac or pain over the tailbone is very commonly treated by physiotherapists for pregnant women.  Grange Physiotherapy in Rockingham has experienced staff who can help .  When women become pregnant their joints become more mobile than normal.  This is due to a hormone called relaxin that is released during pregnancy.  The mobile joints allow a little more give in order to allow the baby to pass or squeeze more easily through the pelvic canal during labour.  Travelling through the birth canal  is a very tight fit and a little joint mobility goes a long way to assist this process. Unfortunately though, it also makes the pregnant woman more susceptible to instability in her joints.  The joints in effect become sloppy and can cause problems.  As the baby grows the joints in the pelvis have more and more stress on them and may start to hurt due to these sloppy joints and stretched ligaments.  The sacroiliac joints are in the pelvis ar...