The Difference Between Osteo, Physio, and Chiro - Which is Right for You?ByKirsty McMasterUnsurprisingly, people tend to face confusion when it comes to choosing between osteopathy, physiotherapy, and chiropractic care. Each therapy has a unique focus and targets different aspects of musculoskeletal health, but it's a space that can be tricky to navigate. Thankfully, that’s where we come in.Category:Fitness, Healthy Lifestyle, Physiotherapy, Healthy Living, Member Value, Extras Cover, Conditions and Treatments, Injury and RehabilitationRead More0 Comments
Should You Keep Moving? Tips for Exercising with Knee PainByTaylah Shaw01 July 2024Exercise is a cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle, offering numerous benefits such as improved cardiovascular health, enhanced mood, and better overall physical fitness. However, for those suffering from knee pain, the idea of staying active can be daunting. Knee pain is a common issue that affects people of all ages and activity levels, leading many to question: should you exercise with knee pain?Category:Fitness, Healthy Lifestyle, Physiotherapy, Healthy Living, Self-Care, Heart Health, Hikes and Walking TrailsRead More0 Comments
What is Sciatica?ByEm Batger18 November 2022Have you ever experienced an episode of Sciatica? Did you know that Sciatica itself isn't actually the diagnosis but more of a general term to describe pain felt along the course of the Sciatic Nerve itself? What then is the cause of this set of symptoms that can be so varied from person to person? Category:Physiotherapy, Healthy LivingRead More0 Comments
Exercise Physiology vs Physiotherapy - What's the Difference?ByTammy George11 August 2022Knowing the difference between an exercise physiologist and a physiotherapist means you’ll know when each profession can best treat you - whether it’s early or later on in your recovery.Category:Healthy Lifestyle, PhysiotherapyRead More0 Comments
Recovering From InjuriesByEm BatgerGiven there are so many factors that need to be considered there isn’t really a ‘recovery recipe’ that can be applied to everyone. Instead what we do have are some guidelines that help us to manage different injuries.Category:General Medical, Physiotherapy, Fitness, Injury and RehabilitationRead More0 Comments
Back Pain - Some Common MisconceptionsByEm Batger21 May 2019Did you know that back pain is incredibly common? According to physio professional and HIF blogger, Em Batger, "It’s estimated that 80% of people will experience back pain at some point in their life. As a physio I see clients with back pain almost every day with varying presentations from those with a dull background ache to those with sharp, intense, debilitating pain." We chatted to Em to get her advice on everything you need to know about back pain. Including the serious red flags to look out for, the common misconceptions, what can help to prevent back pain and what can help ease the pain and aid recovery.Category:General Medical, Physiotherapy, Conditions and TreatmentsRead More0 Comments
How to Keep Your Kids ActiveByEm Batger23 April 2019We know that there are benefits of being active, but did you know that most kids need at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity every day? We caught up with HIF physio guru Em Batger from Active Physio RX, who shares her tops tips to making physical activity fun while also encouraging your kids to lead a more active lifestyle.Category:Fitness, Physiotherapy, Raising ChildrenRead More0 Comments
What Are ‘Shin Splints’ and How Do I Treat Them?ByEm Batger20 March 2019In her latest article for HIF, Active RX Physio guru, Em Batger explains everything you need to know about treating shin splints, including how to diagnose the common injury to how to prevent it from happening again in the future. Category:Physiotherapy, General MedicalRead More0 Comments
A Beginners Guide to Trigger Ball ReleaseByEm Batger19 February 2019Muscle pain can be annoying. Whether your pain is from muscle soreness or an injury, stiff muscles can slow you down and affect your exercise routine. But, did you know there is a simple way to release tension and loosen up your muscles? HIF Physiotherapist guru Em Batger, from Active RX Physio shares her top tips for beginners to incorporate trigger ball release into their recovery or a post workout routine.Category:Physiotherapy, FitnessRead More0 Comments
Keeping Fit at Home - Top Tips for Working out Free of ChargeByEm Batger07 February 2019Being active doesn’t need to cost a lot, in fact it’s possible to build muscle and burn calories all in the comfort of your own home. HIF blogger and physiotherapist Em Batger from Active RX Physio shares her approach to a successful home workout program while ensuring you stay motivated and most of all - have fun!Category:Fitness, PhysiotherapyRead More0 Comments
How to Effectively Keep Running Through a Hot SummerByEm Batger08 January 2019Are you ready kickstart 2019 by dusting off your running shoes and hitting the pavement? If you’ve answered yes, good for you! It’s important to remember though, that hot summer weather does comes with its challenges for runners, so we caught up with HIF physio guru, Em Batger to hear her expert tips on effective running when the temperatures spike.Category:Physiotherapy, FitnessRead More0 Comments
Top Tips for Healthy HipsByEm Batger28 December 2018Have you ever thought about how important your hips are? Think about your day to day activities and visualise the multitude of directions your hips have to move. With this in mind, we asked HIF Physio guru Em Batger why protecting your hips is so important and her top tips for hip health. Category:Physiotherapy, General MedicalRead More0 Comments