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Active Physiotherapy Coffs Harbour

Locality: Coffs Harbour, New South Wales

Phone: +61 423 414 413

Address: 4/30 Orlando Street 2450 Coffs Harbour, NSW, Australia

Website: http://Www.activephysiocoffs.com.au/

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25.01.2022 Let’s talk about shoulder bursitis! A common injury that is also very responsive to treatment. Shoulder bursitis is usually caused by overuse with poor mechanics. Note that overuse doesn’t necessarily mean it has to take months... it can happen with just one day of painting (for example) if the shoulder is weak enough.... There lies the actual problem. Weakness and poor mechanics, usually related to poor shoulder postures. By strengthening the rotator cuff and surrounding muscles we can provide a long lasting solution to this problem because not only are we making the muscles themselves stronger, we will also improve the shoulders posture and dynamic stability. This alleviates pressure on the bursa and allows it to heal. Stretching, massaging, strapping and cortisone injections all will provide you SHORT TERM relief only. For bookings please call 0423 413 413. For any questions please message the page.

24.01.2022 How it feels when it’s been raining non-stop and you can’t do your favourite outdoor activities

24.01.2022 Let’s talk about plantar fasciitis! A painful condition characterised by pain in the heel or in the arch of the foot. It may or may not be accompanied by a heel spur. First things first, plantar fasciitis is an overuse injury so it develops over a period of time. ... A common mistake I see is putting too much of an emphasis on stretching. Stretching the calves, the arch, rolling the arch with a ball etc. None of these methods offer a long term solution. The best way to fix plantar fasciitis and prevent it from returning is by doing STRENGTHENING exercises and assessing your footwear to wear something suitable for your foot. Note that this does not mean you need to spend $500 on orthotics! For any questions or help with this condition please call 0423 414 413 to book an appointment or DM the page.

23.01.2022 Earlier this month I was approached to be the recommended physiotherapist for the NSW police force in the Coffs Harbour area. Thanks to Mac for reaching out and recognising that mental health support is incredibly important to our police officers following injuries suffered on the job. The trauma they experience is unfortunately not really talked about in the mainstream. In fact, more and more police officers are shown in a negative light which is a shame.... I am thankful to show my support and be able to offer my services when needed.

23.01.2022 I wanted to share some important research with mothers that may be dealing with chronic pain. This study from 2019 looked at mothers with chronic pain and the impact it had on their 8-12 year old children. Findings:... Mothers with chronic pain tended to have higher number of adverse childhood experiences themselves (parental divorce, emotional, physical, or sexual abuse etc) when compared to mothers without chronic pain. Higher ACE scores in mothers corresponded with lower physical and social functioning, greater anxiety and depression symptoms, greater fatigue and sleep disturbances, and higher pain levels. Higher ACE scores in mothers also significantly correlated to child self-reported depressive symptoms. A link was found between maternal depression and child depressive symptoms. This study continues to show us the link between ACE’s, chronic pain, mental health and the impact it can have on our children. It is a vicious cycle but one that can be stopped by seeking the right treatment. For more information on how mothers can break out of this cycle, especially if dealing with chronic pain, give me a call at 0423 414 413 and let’s put together a treatment plan. . . #chronicpain #chronicpainawareness #adversechildhoodexperiences #maternalmentalhealth #maternalhealth #maternalmentalhealthawareness #depressionhelp #depressionawareness #anxietyawareness #anxietysupport #childhoodtrauma

23.01.2022 Let’s talk about lower back disc injuries! I see these all the time and fortunately they respond really well to physio treatment. On the flip side, it’s unfortunate that there are still a lot of false beliefs about disc injuries. First off, they are very common and the vast majority are mild. It’s quite rare to have a serious disc injury. Secondly, discs degenerate naturally as part of aging.... 37% of 20 year olds have disc degeneration present on MRI’s. A 40 year old has a 50% chance of having a disc bulge on MRI. These numbers increase as we age. In practice, I find that disc injuries heal really well provided you give them the right environment. Treatments revolve around keeping the muscles loose and keeping people active! I also really like the use of dry needling to release the lumbar muscles... if the patient is up for it For any questions or to book an appointment please call 0423 414 413 or DM the page.

23.01.2022 Excellent post by @thenerdyphysios summarising rotator cuff related pain. Of course I’m not surprised by their findings. Treat the mind and the body for optimal results @trustme_ed @shoulder_physio ... . . . #physiotherapy #rotatorcuff #rotatorcuffrehab #rotatorcuffsurgery #rotatorcufftear #impingement #mentalhealthawareness #biopsychosocial See more

22.01.2022 It’s been a long year but I am excited to be back and practicing at the jetty again in July! There are a lot of exciting changes so follow for regular posts and updates on the business and services. I also aim to post a lot more informative content that I think you’ll benefit from. Thank you for your ongoing support.... Mihai

21.01.2022 In this months edition of Focus mag For any questions about how Active Physio can help you, call or message today!

21.01.2022 Dry needling! Effective for treating pain associated with trigger points and muscle tightness. . .... . . #dryneedling #triggerpoint #triggerpointtherapy #physio #physiotherapist #releasework See more

21.01.2022 Ahhh yes, the good old core stability exercises. Raise your hand if you’ve been prescribed these types of exercises before by your physio Admittedly, I used to prescribe these too when I first started and didn’t know any better. I remember actually receiving lectures about core stability exercises in uni So why aren’t they any better than general exercise?... 1. It assumes that the pain comes from a physical defect when in fact it could be due to the central nervous system. This is usually the case with chronic pain. The biggest hurdles are things like fear, worry, anxiety and flare-ups NOT lack of core strength. 2. People are strong! Yes generally everyone COULD be stronger, but the reality is we are still healthy functioning human beings even if we do have back pain. 3. No one wants to sit at home doing core exercises on their floor... I don’t wanna do them and neither would anyone else. The best exercise is the one that actually gets DONE! You’re better off going for a walk with a friend, family member, or your dog at the jetty or your local beach. That way you’ll be exercising whilst enjoying life and genuinely feeling happy! For more information on how to overcome pain give me a call at 0423 414 413. . . . #backpain #backpainrelief #backpainexercises #corestability #physiotherapy #chronicpain #chronicpainawareness #chronicbackpain

21.01.2022 Let’s talk about state management! What I see time and time again when working with chronic pain patients is a lack of proper state management. It’s a cycle of doing things that are harmful repeatedly and not thinking about the physical consequences. Let’s use an obvious example. Say I go out on a 3 day bender and drink heaps of alcohol, don’t sleep, eat poorly, dehydrate myself, etc. how do you think I’ll feel on the 4th day? Yea... pretty bad.... The emotional state has a significant impact on your physical state, more than you would expect. This is why working on state management is a crucial part to how I treat chronic pain. Similarly, your physical state impacts your emotional state. It’s why we feel so good after exercising. Last week I had a chronic pain patient mention his back pain had been worse but he did not know why. After speaking to him a bit more he mentioned his close mate had passed away a few days ago. Suddenly it clicked. The emotional states he had been in, anger, sadness, grief, anxiety etc. had a direct impact on his pain levels. There was no change physically to his back, but there was a very real and significant change to his emotional state. These are things that are not often talked about by medical professionals with their patients and they fall through the cracks and end up in the chronic pain cycle seeking saviours, surgeries, and magical pills to solve all the issues. The reality is, it takes a lot of self-care and hard work to un-do these patterns.. but it can be done For more information or to book an appointment please call 0423 414 413 or DM the page.

21.01.2022 Introducing Active Physiotherapy & Wellness Coffs Harbour! We offer: High quality hands-on physiotherapy... Chronic pain management Massage and Dry Needling Tailored exercise programs Counselling and Mentoring Home Visits We have a hicaps machine onsite to process health fund rebates as well as Medicare rebates on the spot. We also treat DVA, NDIS, and Workers compensation claims. To book an appointment call 0423 414 413 OR 6699 2820. For any other enquires please feel free to message the page.

19.01.2022 If we want to get serious about mental health we need to discuss the root of these issues which often lies in childhood trauma. An ACE score of 4 or more means one is 3x more likely to develop chronic pain, 4x more likely to suffer from anxiety, 5x more likely to suffer from depression, and a whopping 37x more likely to attempt suicide when compared to someone with an ACE score of 0. There are numerous health risks associated with higher scores. Also it’s worth mentioning t...hat these are 10 of the most common traumas but there are certainly other types (I.e. war, bullying, etc.) Fortunately, these traumas can be overcome through different types of therapies available. I will be sharing some strategies on this page so follow for more info. To come in and discuss this further give me a call on 0423 414 423 and we can set up a tailored treatment plan. . . #chronicpain #chronicpainawareness #acescore #adversechildhoodexperiences #cptsd #cptsdrecovery #cptsdawareness #depressionawareness #suicideprevention

19.01.2022 Treating someone physically is simply not enough in a lot of chronic pain patients. This is also true in a lot of other cases I have seen.. think athletes returning to sport following injury or perhaps post-operatively when someone’s daily life is significantly altered. These cases often present a significant mental challenge to the patient. On this page I’ll be sharing some strategies I use in my treatments that I’ve found to be effective. I will also be sharing evidence fo...r said strategies and the role of mental health on ones rehabilitation. Stay tuned, we are only scratching the surface! . . . . #chronicpain #mentalhealth #depressionawareness #anxietyawareness #physiotherapy #physio #chronicpainawareness #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #livingwithchronicpain

18.01.2022 Not so fun facts! Adverse childhood experiences can actually make physical changes to the brain which effects how someone reacts to things as an adult. It can also lead to higher amounts of inflammation in the body. This can cause: Increased likelihood of chronic pain... Poor relationship patterns Poor results in the workplace and/or life Inability to deal with stress Increased feelings of anxiety and depression The list goes on.... To book an appointment to find out what can be done, call me at 0423 414 413. Alternatively you can message me with a time that suits you. . . #chronicillness #chronicpain #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #chronicpainawareness #physiotherapy #psychologyfacts #adversechildhoodexperiences #traumarecovery #traumahealing #healingtrauma #suicideawarness #cognitivebehavioraltherapy

18.01.2022 I love dry needling! To answer some frequent questions that I get, yes they are acupuncture needles. However, dry needling is different than acupuncture. Dry needling is used to release tight muscles. Think of it like a very efficient, pin point, remedial massage. Does it hurt??? That depends! The most common feedback I get is that it felt weird which it does. The overwhelming majority of patients handle it without any problems. Best of all, it’s all over very quickly.... It’s definitely worth a try to deal with tension and muscle soreness. The results are worth it! For any other questions or to book an appointment please call 0423 414 413 or message the page.

18.01.2022 This study, and many others, detail the importance of psychosocial factors on injuries in teenage athletes. When’s the last time a physiotherapist asked you about your sleep schedule? Or your general well-being as you return to sport? The most interesting finding to me was that higher competence-based self esteem was linked to injury risk. This means that a teenage athlete who bases their self-esteem on their athletic ability and competition results actually has poorer injury... outcomes. This makes sense. When an athlete performs well they’re on top of the world. When faced with injuries or setbacks they may feel empty because they believe so much of who they are is based on their performance. This lack of confidence when they return to sport, or after a bad game, is what increases the risk of injury. A focus should be placed on educating athletes that the same traits that make them great on the field (leadership, discipline, work ethic, communication, resilience, etc.) make them great PEOPLE off the field. They are much more than their results. Thanks to @trustmephysiotherapist for sharing.

17.01.2022 In this months edition of Focus mag For any questions about how Active Physio can help you, call or message today!

17.01.2022 Working late? Too busy during the week? No worries! We have appointments available on Saturday to accomodate for your schedule. To book an appointment call 0423 414 413!

16.01.2022 Special offer for back pain sufferers Living with chronic back pain can take its toll. As a physiotherapist I often see how it can impact someone’s ability to work, spend time with friends and family, and also their mental health. I am offering over 40% off your initial consultation where we can put a plan together to manage and treat chronic back pain and prevent it from dictating what you can and can’t do.... Those who could benefit are those experiencing: Chronic back pain Sciatica Disc injuries Nerve pain Osteoarthritis This offer is available to the first 20 callers so call now to book your appointment! Weekend appointments available. Located at the Coffs Health Hub 4/30 Orlando St, Coffs Harbour. I look forward to meeting you and listening to your story. Mihai

15.01.2022 Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to everyone! We will be back on Tuesday the 29th.

14.01.2022 Let’s talk about sciatica! Sciatica is another common condition that responds quite well to treatment. Often, sciatica occurs as a result of nerve irritation that occurs in the lower back. This isn’t always the case as the irritation can happen in the glute muscles as well. Patients often describe a pain in their butt cheek and difficulty sitting. Depending on the source, I find releasing tight muscles and mobilising the sciatic nerve works well to reduce symptoms. As inflamm...ation can be a big source of the pain, an underrated tip is to drink plenty of water and maintain a good diet. General exercise (walking, cycling, surfing, etc.) is another key player for long term recovery. For any questions about sciatica or to book please call 0423 414 413 to have a chat or DM the page.

13.01.2022 Introducing Active Physiotherapy & Wellness Coffs Harbour! We offer: High quality hands-on physiotherapy... Chronic pain management Massage and Dry Needling Tailored exercise programs Counselling and Mentoring Home Visits We have a hicaps machine onsite to process health fund rebates as well as Medicare rebates on the spot. We also treat DVA, NDIS, and Workers compensation claims. To book an appointment call 0423 414 413 OR 6699 2820. For any other enquires please feel free to message the page.

13.01.2022 Let’s talk about headaches! I am always a bit amazed at how many of my patients tell me they constantly have headaches! They just put up with it, but there’s no doubt it interferes with their day to day life. It’s not until they’re gone they realise how much better they feel! Headaches can have many different causes so that’s why an assessment is important. Often times though, headaches can be treated with physiotherapy alone. I find manual therapy to be very effective in red...ucing the amount and severity of headaches. For an assessment and treatment plan please call 0423 414 413 to book.

12.01.2022 Did you know we treat VERTIGO? I’ve had two patients in the last week, both diagnosed with BPPV, better known as vertigo. I genuinely feel for anyone that experiences this as it is totally debilitating when experiencing an episode. Fortunately, physio can help! By assessing and determining which ear canal is affected, we can perform repositioning manoeuvres to help restore your normal function. No more spinning!... To book an appointment feel free to message or call 0423 414 413.

12.01.2022 Let’s talk about knee arthritis! Knee osteoarthritis is a common cause of knee pain in those over the age of 45 and can also affect mobility and function. Mild to moderate cases generally respond well to physiotherapy. I have had a lot of patients report significant improvement in just a few weeks of following their exercise program. They report less pain, feeling more stable when walking, being able to do more, sleeping better and more.... And no, the exercises aren’t very strenuous, painful, or time consuming! To book an appointment or for any questions please call 0423 414 413.

11.01.2022 Located at the Coffs Health Hub 4/30 Orlando Street. No referrals necessary. On the spot health fund rebates available.

10.01.2022 Just a friendly reminder that walking your dog is just as effective as core exercises in the management of chronic low back pain. The key is being ACTIVE. So you may as well do the things that you love to do . .... #lowerbackpain #chronicpain #chronicpainawareness #exerciseismedicine #exerciseathome See more

08.01.2022 It’s always important to have support along the way no matter what your goal is! This illustration is in relation to chronic pain but a good therapist helps you with any goal. This is what I aim to do at Active Physio. Before one can manage their pain levels they must first master their moods, their emotions, their impulses, their thoughts, their behaviours etc. Each of these steps are goals themselves that have to be achieved before reaching the bigger goal.... Where many therapists fall flat is they do not address these smaller steps that are the prerequisites to success. Build a house on a shaky foundation and it’s likely to fall! At Active Physio the therapist is involved in identifying goals but also working with the patient to achieve them. Yes, it takes work and dedication but most good things in life do. Call 0423 414 413 to start your journey!

08.01.2022 Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) have a profound negative impact on a persons life and yet it is something that health professionals know very little about. These types of trauma are relatively common and are predictors of poor health outcomes including substance abuse, increased promiscuity, mental illness, higher suicide rates, and chronic pain among other things. In my clinical practice, a lot of my patients who have chronic pain often have had multiple ACEs. This is w...hy simply doing hands-on work and exercise alone is not a solution. Education itself is only limited by what the practitioner knows and often times these areas are ignored. I can tell you this stuff wasn’t discussed in my masters degree nor was it in a recent chronic pain course I finished. It’s a long hard road to rehabilitation that involves multidisciplinary care. As a physio, I have an excellent opportunity to listen to a patient’s story and guide them in the right direction. Often times I am not their first contact with therapy but I certainly can make a difference by showing or reminding them how to break out of the chronic pain cycle. The rest is up to them . . #chronicpain #adversechildhoodexperiences #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #traumarecovery #traumahealing #traumarecovery #chronicpainawareness #physiotherapy #psychology #humanpsychology #cognitivebehavioraltherapy #suicideawarness

07.01.2022 Scoliosis progress pic! These pictures were taken only 2 weeks apart and after only 3 treatments. Scoliosis (abnormal curvature of the spine) is very rarely a serious issue and about half of the population has a functional scoliosis due to poor postures and muscle imbalances. Good results can be achieved pretty quickly with the right treatment.... I used a combination of dry needling, massage, joint mobilisations and also prescribed the patient a specific set of exercises he could perform at home. There is still work to be done but the early results are encouraging. . . #scoliosis #scoliosisawareness #functionalscoliosis #physicaltherapy #physiotherapy #physiotherapist

07.01.2022 I wanted to share some important research with mothers that may be dealing with chronic pain. This study from 2019 looked at mothers with chronic pain and the impact it had on their 8-12 year old children. Findings:... Mothers with chronic pain tended to have higher number of adverse childhood experiences themselves (parental divorce, emotional, physical, or sexual abuse etc) when compared to mothers without chronic pain. Higher ACE scores in mothers corresponded with lower physical and social functioning, greater anxiety and depression symptoms, greater fatigue and sleep disturbances, and higher pain levels. Higher ACE scores in mothers also significantly correlated to child self-reported depressive symptoms. A link was found between maternal depression and child depressive symptoms. This study continues to show us the link between ACE’s, chronic pain, mental health and the impact it can have on our children. It is a vicious cycle but one that can be stopped by seeking the right treatment. For more information on how mothers can break out of this cycle, especially if dealing with chronic pain, give me a call at 0423 414 413 and let’s put together a treatment plan. . . #chronicpain #chronicpainawareness #adversechildhoodexperiences #maternalmentalhealth #maternalhealth #maternalmentalhealthawareness #depressionhelp #depressionawareness #anxietyawareness #anxietysupport #childhoodtrauma

06.01.2022 Before we dig deeper into chronic pain we have to establish what it is and what influences it. Chronic pain is any pain that lingers on 3 months after the initial injury. Generally speaking, most tissues in our bodies will fully heal within 3 months. Pain that remains after that is deemed to be chronic and is more likely to come from the central nervous system as opposed to tissue damage. This type of pain is significantly influenced by psychosocial factors such as your bel...iefs about pain, childhood experiences, mental health, stress, your friends and family, etc. Note that this does not mean the pain isn’t real, it very much is. It’s the SOURCE of the pain that is in question. In order to provide a quality treatment, we MUST address these psychosocial factors. Failure to do so will lead to an ineffective treatment that will have little impact on pain and disability. As I always say, treating the body alone is not enough. . . . #chronicpain #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #psychology #chronicpainawareness #biopsychosocial #physiotherapy #physio

06.01.2022 One of the things I am passionate about is men’s mental health. Suicide rates for men are increasing and I have personally been close to a few young men that chose suicide as a permanent solution to their temporary problems. I want to do my part to offer help. I am offering counselling and mentoring services to men of all ages who are struggling with some of the problems listed in the above infographic. Incredibly, over 50% of suicides are due to relationship problems. Unfort...unately there is a lot of misinformation in the mainstream on how men should deal with these problems and it’s why I personally believe the rates are increasing. If you or someone you know could benefit from having a chat, please contact me. You have the choice between a male or female counsellor and can be put in touch with the person best suited for your needs. . . . #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #menshealth #mensmentalhealth #mensmentalhealthawareness #mensmentalhealthmatters #suicideprevention #suicideawarness

05.01.2022 Let’s talk about the role the superego/inner critic has on chronic pain and mental health. The superego is essentially the inner critic. The little voice inside the head that tells us when we’ve made the wrong choice, makes us feel guilt or shame, or generally points out our flaws. What I find is that in a lot of cases of chronic pain or poor mental health, that critic is on overdrive. Patients often explain to me how they feel worthless or that the pain has taken over thei...r life. They have listened to this inner critic for so long that they believe everything it tells them. A lot of this stems from childhood. If a parent or other authoritative figure only ever notices the negative traits of the child, that child then begins to think that’s all they are. They view themselves as a bad object. Here I discussed some strategies with the patient to help them have a healthier super-ego and to disidentify with the parasitic critic and their pain. #chronicpain #chronicpainawareness #petewalker #cptsd #cptsdrecovery #cptsdawareness #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #mentalhealthrecovery

05.01.2022 These little wedges are great for providing relief from Achilles pain! They lighten the load on the tendon and allow the pain to settle down. Of course then we must strengthen the tendon with the correct exercises for a good long term result. In stock now and happy to help! Just call 0423 414 413 to book an appointment.

05.01.2022 Here are some advantages to doing physiotherapy BEFORE surgery. For appointments or more information please call 0423 414 413.