Positioned like a dome beneath the lungs, the diaphragm muscle plays a vital role in the inhalation and exhalation process, significantly influencing overall respiratory health. In this blog post, we’ll dive into the functions of the diaphragm, and the ways in which osteopathic interventions can improve posture and breathing mechanics.. Understanding the Diaphragm’s Primary Function … Continued
ITB Friction Syndrome is primarily caused by the repeated friction between the iliotibial band (ITB), a thick band of connective tissue that runs along the outside of the thigh, and the lateral epicondyle of the femur (the bony protrusion on the outside of the knee). This friction can occur during activities that involve repetitive bending … Continued
The Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is one of the four major ligaments of the knee. These ligaments help dynamically stabilize the knee. An anterior cruciate ligament injury is a common knee injury that occurs in athletes when the ligament is stretched or torn due to unexpected forces. This can happen due to an awkward landing, … Continued
Pelvic pain or dysfunction within the pelvic floor muscles is likely to impact you or someone close to you at some point in your life. It is estimated that 1 in 6 men in Australia are currently experiencing pelvic pain and that persistent pelvic pain is prevalent in roughly 15-25% of women. Pelvic pain can … Continued
Hip pain is a common issue suffered by many athletes, especially runners. This is largely due to the hip joint playing such a crucial role in flexibility, stability and power during running. The hip is the body’s second largest weight-bearing joint (after the knee) and functions as a ball and socket joint. The “ball-like” head … Continued
Are you constantly experiencing running-related injuries? Running issues predominantly present in the lower limbs due to the repetitive nature of the activity. Here are three exercises I commonly prescribes to encourage efficient movement when running with the ultimate aim to avoid overloading of the lower limbs to help reduce the risk of pain and injury. Sunset … Continued
While postural changes to the pelvis, rib cage and upper body span across the 9 months, there is a significant change in the mothers centre of gravity (as the belly grows), especially in the third trimester. The anterior shift in centre of gravity impacts glute and adductor function as well as how our feet … Continued
With the sudden increase in COVID-19 infections within our community, our Kinematics team has created this as a resource for our clients to access to ensure you feel supported during your isolation, as well as empowered to make a full recovery. As allied health practitioners, we play a key role in helping you recover from … Continued
Phone – check Wallet – check Keys – check Mask… check! Just as we thought we could say goodbye to 2020, 2021 and face masks, 2022 has begun and face masks look like they are here to stay. With the introduction of mask wearing over the past two years, we’ve observed a correlation with the … Continued