City Physiotherapy – Adelaide Physio
Read about treatment and exercise advice from the team at City Physiotherapy in Adelaide.
We provide you with an extensive variety of physiotherapy topics and practical advice to assist you to get better as quickly as possible.
We want to educate and inform you about your body, and how physiotherapy can elevate the quality of your everyday life.
Visit our treatments page to see our full list of treatments, and scroll to find our latest blog posts.
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How Physiotherapy Can Help with Knee Arthritis
28 October 2024Managing Knee Arthritis with Physiotherapy Knee arthritis can disrupt your daily routine, making staying active or completing simple tasks challenging. Whether it’s walking, climbing stairs, or standing after prolonged sitting, the pain and stiffness from arthritis often limit mobility. Fortunately, physiotherapy services offer a practical, noninvasive approach to improving quality of life by directly addressing […] Tags:
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Physiotherapy to Help Recover After Surgery
24 October 2024The Importance of Physiotherapy After Surgery Physiotherapy is fundamental in post-surgery recovery, helping patients regain mobility, manage pain, and return to normal activities. Engaging in physiotherapy after surgery ensures the recovery process is smooth, structured, and practical, with fewer complications. Whether you’ve undergone orthopaedic surgery like a hip replacement or a ligament procedure, early intervention […] Tags:
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Using Remedial Massage to Improve Sleep Quality
18 October 2024The Link Between Remedial Massage and Sleep A vicious cycle of stress, chronic pain and sleep disturbances deteriorates mental and physical health. When sleep quality deteriorates, people experience weariness, trouble falling asleep and cognitive impairment which makes managing stress and chronic pain more difficult. The Sleep Health Foundation Australia estimates that almost 40% of Australians […] Tags:
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Are Leg Extensions Bad for Your Knees?
10 October 2024Leg extensions are a popular exercise, especially for targeting the quadriceps muscles. The movement involved in leg extensions helps isolate the quadriceps effectively, making it a staple in many training programs. However, a common question arises: Are leg extensions bad for knees? Concerns often revolve around whether the exercise places too much stress on the […] Tags:
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Tennis Elbow Treatment in Adelaide | Fast Pain Relief
24 September 2024Feeling pain in your elbow when playing sport, lifting objects, or even typing at your computer? You could be suffering from lateral epicondylitis, or more commonly known as elbow tendonitis or tennis elbow. Tennis elbow can be an annoying disruption to your everyday life which prevents you from participating in sport, performing at your best […] Tags:
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How to Strap a Sprained Ankle: A Step-by-Step Guide to Proper Support and Recovery
19 September 2024Ankle sprains are among the most common injuries, particularly in active individuals and athletes. They occur when the ligaments supporting your ankle are overstretched or torn, often due to sudden twists or impacts. Understanding how to strap a sprained ankle properly is crucial for providing support, promoting healing, and preventing further injury. By the end […] Tags:
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Practical Subscapularis Muscle Exercises for Rotator Cuff Strength and Rehabilitation
16 September 2024The subscapularis muscle is a vital component of the rotator cuff, a group of four muscles that include the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, and teres minor. These muscles work synergistically to stabilise the shoulder joint and facilitate its movement. This muscle is primarily responsible for the internal rotation of the shoulder, making it crucial for various activities, […] Tags:
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How To Fix Lower Back Pain From Running
8 September 2024Do you experience lower back pain after running? You’re not alone. Lower back pain is prevalent among runners, impacting approximately 20% of the active population. Understanding the causes, prevention strategies, and how to fix lower back pain from running is essential for maintaining a healthy running routine. This guide will explore the various factors contributing […] Tags:
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A Quick Guide: How to Strap a Hamstring with Kinesiology Tape
27 August 2024Kinesiology tape, also known as KT tape or physio tape, is a thin, elastic physical therapist tape commonly used to manage pain and support muscles during physical activities and the rehabilitation process. It is popular among athletes and active individuals because it provides structural support without limiting movement and improves blood flow. Athletes frequently suffer […] Tags:
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Rumination – The Ruin of Our Days, Health, and Lives
22 August 2024Essay by Linda Shacklock What is Rumination? Have you ever stopped and noticed that you’ve been inside your own head for a lengthy period of time? Obsessing over a situation or something that you just can’t seem to stop thinking about. Well that endless internal negative conversation is called rumination. Rumination is the act of […] Tags:
