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Mastitis: Physio Treatment and Therapeutic Ultrasound for Blocked Milk Ducts
Jasmine Watson. Senior Physiotherapist. PhysioCentral. Miranda. Sutherland Shire Mastitis is a condition that many breastfeeding women face, bringing discomfort and sometimes leading to more serious issues if not treated promptly. In Australia, up to 20% of breastfeeding women experience mastitis...
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Understanding Injury Recovery: A Simple Guide to Healing Phases and Treatment Timing
When recovering from soft tissue injuries, the timing of physiotherapy treatment is critical at every stage. Each phase of the healing process—Inflammatory, Proliferative, and Remodelling—requires specific interventions to promote optimal recovery while avoiding setbacks such as stiffness, excessive scar tissue...
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The Healing Process of Soft Tissue Injuries: Understanding the Importance of Tightening Phases during Recovery
Recovery from soft tissue injuries is a complex process, involving distinct phases of healing, each marked by specific biological and physical changes in the body. Throughout this recovery, many people experience a common sensation of tightening around the injured area....
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Running Injury Avoidance: A Beginners Guide
Keep Your Runs Pain-Free and Enjoyable. Running is a fantastic way to boost your fitness and clear your mind. You change into your running gear, do a few stretches that make you look like a seasoned athlete, and step out...
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Prevent Running Injuries by eliminating Overstriding
Updated 4 October 2022 Overstriding while running is the most common cause of running injuries. Here's some advice on how to eliminate it by measuring and improving your own running cadence. Without a doubt, the most common flaw in running...
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