Have you been experiencing shoulder pain lately? Do you feel like it has progressively become stiffer and you have noticed a restriction in range of motion? Then you may be suffering from Adhesive Capsulitis, otherwise known as ‘frozen shoulder’. read more
Have you noticed your training hasn’t been as effective lately or there’s been a decline in your training progress? Have you seen a decrease in muscle growth and have had poor recovery post work outs? Then you might want to reconsider some simple aspects of training that most people often overlook. Below are some tips that most people brush over which are quite important for optimum muscle growth and recovery. read more
I will often suggest to my patients with tight muscles or those sleeping poorly that they try a magnesium supplement, as there is great evidence of the health benefits for our muscles and bones. read more
Lateral ankle sprains are commonly caused by rolling of the ankle or when the foot is planted and rolled over an inverted ankle. Included in this blog are exercises to help with rehabilitation of the ankle. read more
Sitting for long periods can put hip flexors (muscles in the front of our upper thighs) in a compressed position, which causes them to become shortened, inflexible and weak. This can cause the hips to feel stiff and achy whilst we are sitting or as we get up. read more
Sleep affects different parts of your immune system, making you less likely to get colds and other infections. It can help with learning and the formation of long-term memories improving our focus on tasks and clear thinking. This blog includes 5 stretches or yoga poses you can do just before bedtime to help encourage the mind to calm and quieten and aid in getting a good night’s sleep. read more
I'm very passionate about blood and plasma donations and have been for many years. It was always something that was so easy to do and helped so many people so for me, it was a no brainer. But I realised recently that not many people fully understand the benefits of blood donation on their own bodies in addition to how it impacts others. read more
We welcome Will Jenkins who joins the team at CHH as a Dietitian after graduating from Deakin University with a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science (with Honours) and a Master of Dietetics. read more
As most individuals are unaware of proper desk ergonomics, this can often lead to postural issues, musculoskeletal injuries, stiffness and pain. Here are 7 tips to help set up a more ergonomic desk which can address potential postural issues and reduce associated pain due to working from home. read more
Next Sunday is Easter Sunday. For my family, this still means an egg hunt, even though my boys are no longer quite so little. Then a walk with the dog, followed by roast pork, where I have to perfect crispy crackling and fluffy but crunchy roast potatoes!! Did you know that there are actually numerous benefits of chocolate? read more
