How Can I Prevent Back Pain?

September 6, 2018 / by wisdomphysio / Clinical Pilates, Physio, Wisdom Physiotherapy

The latest research tells us that often people have never had a physical trauma to cause back pain like a car accident, falling, or lifting something heavy. There are usually a combination of factors that cause back pain which could include overuse, poor posture or other stressors.

Keeping in mind everyone is different, here are our expert tips.

Lower Back Pain Treatment

September 1, 2017 / by wisdomphysio / Clinical Pilates, Dry Needling, Physio, Wisdom Physiotherapy

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Lower back pain can be debilitating, not only from a pain point of view, but functionally can be very limiting and have a major effect on daily life and work activities.

Although some episodes of lower back pain can be self-limiting and resolve by themselves, physiotherapy can help achieve a faster recovery, with a reduction in pain and an increase in mobility and function, hopefully reducing the severity and length of the back pain episode. This will also assist in reducing the likelihood of future back pain episodes.

Lower Back Pain – what is lower back pain and the likely causes?

July 29, 2017 / by wisdomphysio / Clinical Pilates, Physio, Wisdom Physiotherapy

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Lower back pain (lumbar pain) may present in a number of ways depending on the underlying cause. Pain may be characterised by a dull ache, shooting or piercing pain, or a burning sensation. Pain may be localised in the back or radiate into buttock, groin, legs or feet.

Clinical Pilates: not just for the young, but for the young at heart!

April 24, 2017 / by wisdomphysio / Clinical Pilates, Wisdom Physiotherapy

Clinical Pilates utilises movement and awareness to enhance your brain’s natural ability to learn new movement patterns. Research into Neuroplasticity indicates that the brain has lifelong potential for growth and acquiring new skills, so you’re never too old to learn!
Here are the benefits of Clinical Pilates if you’re over 60…

Clinical Pilates – on the reformer

April 13, 2017 / by wisdomphysio / Clinical Pilates, Wisdom Physiotherapy

Physiotherapist Sandrine Vatinelle in the studio today working on her core strength, stability and flexibility on the reformer. Find out more about Clinical Pilates here.

The details on Dry Needling

September 15, 2015 / by wisdomphysio / Dry Needling, Physio, Wisdom Physiotherapy

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Dry needling uses a very fine needle to insert into the ‘trigger point’ of the muscle tissue. The tiny needle induces injury signals to the brain to initiate a sequence of events to repair the damaged tissue with new, healthy tissue.

Yoga: reduces stress and increases physical wellbeing

June 22, 2015 / by wisdomphysio / Yoga

Today is the International Day of Yoga! Incorporating Yoga into your life is a great way to help manage low-back pain, high blood pressure and depression. Research also shows the benefits of Yoga include reduced levels of stress and anxiety – improving your overall mental and physical wellbeing. If you would like to incorporate Yoga into your […]