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I am experiencing pain on lower right hand side of back.  Can backstroke be cause of this? 

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Do You or Your Valentine Love to be Massaged? 

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Deep tissue massage is a type of massage aimed at the deeper tissue structures of the muscle and fascia, also called connective tissue.

Deep tissue massage uses many of the same movements and techniques as lighter styles eg Swedish massage, but the pressure will generally be more intense. It is also a more focused type of massage, as the therapist works to release chronic muscle tension or knots. 

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Tennis elbow is one of the most common injuries sustained in racquet sports. And, despite it’s name, is also common amongst tradespeople and computer users.

Rather than being caused by tennis it is the “gripping” of the racquet, operation of tools, or typing, that predisposes you to elbow pain. 

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What do you mean by “Hip Core”?,br/>
While most people now understand the importance of good core muscle control to fix back pain and improve sporting performance, it has not yet transferred to regions other than your back. This article will focus on the importance of your “hip core” in the prevention or resolution of hip and groin pain.

 

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Here's a transcript of an interview between Dr Norman Swan and Prof Robin Daly regarding Osteoporosis. 

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Suffering Heel or Foot Pain?

You may not be aware that your heel is a cushion of fat that protects the foot structures: heel bone, muscles and ligaments. Heel pain is a very common foot complaint.  

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What is Prehabilitation?

To help prevent injuries, sports physiotherapists have begun to employ what they call "prehabilitation" strategies. 

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Acupuncture and Dry Needling are useful modalities to provide pain relief and assist injury rehabilitation.

Acupuncture originated in China over 5000 years ago. It's based on the belief that health is determined by a balanced flow of chi, the vital life energy present in all living organisms.  

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Everyday many of us vow to embark upon a regime of self improvement. Top of the list is usually to lose weight or get fitter.

Here’s some help to get you pointing in the right direction. 

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