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Blacktown Physioclinic

Locality: Blacktown

Phone: +61 2 9671 8555

Address: 117-119 Main St Level 1 2148 Blacktown, NSW, Australia

Website: https://blacktownphysioclinic.com.au/

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24.01.2022 Please head to the Australian Government Department of Health website to learn more about the facts and fiction around COVID-19. https://www.health.gov.au//covid-19-infection-control-trai

24.01.2022 So youve just spent the last two weeks working on improving the mobility and flexibility of your joints following your back injury. Through this, you have also realised that you can achieve a relatively pain-free range of movement when bending forwards and backwards. Congratulations, because now you are ready to begin strengthening the muscles of your back, and improve its stability. In this video, we begin the next phase of your low back injury rehab which is a low load strengthening of the muscles of your back and its accessory muscles (e.g. gluteals). Included are progressions and regressions to these exercises tailored to your level of capability. Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only. For a more detailed assessment of your low back pain, visit us at Blacktown Physioclinic or call us on 02 9671 8555

23.01.2022 Here are some really simple and quick exercises you can do at your desk to fight working from home tightness! In addition to performing these exercises, make sure you have a good ergonomic workspace setup and take regular breaks. Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only. For a more detailed assessment of your neck, shoulder and back pain, visit us at Blacktown Physioclinic or call us on 02 9671 8555.... #physiotherapy #muscles #bones #joints #pain #movement #function #injury #rehab #exercise

23.01.2022 Our final instalment of our low back pain series begins to make the transition towards a more functional approach in the rehabilitation of your low back pain. An important principle that underpins a successful therapeutic exercise program is the concept of overload specifically, progressive overload. Put simply, overload refers to the appropriate amount of force applied to regenerating tissues to achieve positive adaptation. Like many good things in life, this principle ...is all about BALANCE! Overloading a healing tissue too soon after injury may result in re-injury, while underloading a healing tissue would make it difficult to achieve sufficient strength and stability. One way to ensure that healing tissues are being appropriately loaded is to breakdown the activity/sport you wish to return to into smaller, much simpler tasks under the guidance of your physiotherapist once pain permits. This forms a part of what is commonly referred to as functional training. This would ensure that you are better prepared for the task at hand and reduce your risk of re-injury. Here are some examples of such exercises. Always remember, repetition, patience and determination goes a long way Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only. For a more detailed assessment of your low back pain, visit us at Blacktown Physioclinic or call us on 02 9671 8555. #motionislotion #stayhome #dontrush #lowbackpain #physiotherapy #chiropractic #choosephysio #rehab

22.01.2022 Are you suffering from neck pain and stiffness Come and see our Chiro! Here we have Gokce Oncu performing a C5/C6 joint manipulation to improve end range left rotation. #physiotherapy #chiro #exercisephysiology #health #function #wellbeing #muscles #joint #bones #injury #rehab #manipulation

22.01.2022 Lets break down the Deadlift... Training the Hip Hinge In the deadlift you need to have proper hip hinge. That is you need to know how to bend from your hips, not from your low back. ... Here is a self assessment you can do to put your movement to the test. Dowel Rod Hip Hinge Drill 1. Start off in a standing position with your feet hip width apart and pointed forward. 2. Take a dowel rod or broomstick, and hold it as shown in the image. Note the contact points of the dowel rod at the back of the head, the upper mid back, and the sacrum as shown in the image 3. Soften your knees and slowly push your hips back and allow your torso to tip forward. Make sure with each repetition you are maintaining the 3 contact points with the dowel rod. If you lose contact with the dowel rod, that means you have rounded. That is, your spine is no longer neutral, which will put you at risk for injury if you are attempting to lift a heavy load. The most common place to lose contact is at the sacrum. When this occurs, whatever additional depth you are getting is coming from the lumbar spine (low back), not the hips. So, work on sitting back a little farther with each repetition while maintaining 3 points of contact with the dowel rod. Make sure to try this drill and work on your hip hinge before you deadlift and let us know how you go #Physiotherapy #exercisephysiology #chiro #movement #exercise #injury #rehab #health #function #wellbeing #muscles #bones #joints #strength #stability #deadlift

21.01.2022 Balance isnt something you achieve someday. Its something you can achieve today. You can start with these exercises 10 minutes a day #physiotherapy #muscles #bones #joints #function #movement #strength #balance #proprioception #exercise #activity #rehab

21.01.2022 Walking into the long weekend like Get your glutes firing with THE BANDED SIDE STEP Did you know ... Placing the band around your feet provides greater gluteal muscle activation compared to having the band placed around your knees or ankles. Adding this exercise into your warm up routine will not only increase your gluteal strength but will also improve your hip, knee, ankle and foot stability thus minimising the risk of injury. Make sure to: Keep constant tension on the band during the whole exercise Keep your hips level Keep your back straight and bend your knees slightly Keep your toes pointed forward the whole time Focus on taking small fast side steps Continue on like this, in a side stepping motion for 8-10 steps towards the right. Then reverse and walk 8 10 steps towards the left. Stay safe and keep active this long weekend #physiotherapy #research #strong #glutes #muscle #pain #movement #strength #function #rehab #injury #prevention

21.01.2022 There is more to say after R U OK. 2020 has been a challenging year for everyone. Lets start a conversation that could change, or even save a life. 1. Ask 2. Listen 3. Encourage action ... 4. Check in #ruokday2020

21.01.2022 UPDATE-UPDATE-UPDATE-UPDATE Good evening everyone, For all our clients with appointments tomorrow, we are operating as usual with all precautions and safety measures taken to maintain the most advanced levels of hygiene.... Regarding recent Federal and State Government announcements concerning essential and non-essential services, we are awaiting clarification by our governing bodies (APA, ESSA and ACA) as we do provide services essential for daily living. We will keep you updated as soon as we receive further information. Thank you for all you support throughout this difficult period we are all facing as a nation.

20.01.2022 Be SAFE from coronavirus infection Be SMART and inform yourself about it Be KIND and support one another To learn more and be READY for #COVID19 visit: www.who.int/COVID-19

20.01.2022 Lest we forget #Anzacday2020

20.01.2022 Working on reciprocal stepping pattern to improve stair management #paediatric #physiotherapy #exercise #play #fun #muscles #bones #joint #function #health #wellbeing #injury #rehab #playtherapy

20.01.2022 The push up is an effective upper body strength exercise requiring activation and stability of your inner core muscles and scapula stabilisers, in particular the serratus anterior. The serratus anterior acts to protract the scapula and during the push up prevents winging of the scapula. If you have inadequate upper body strength to correctly perform a push up, try the regressions seen in the video. Likewise, if you would like to challenge yourself, try out the progressions... You should aim to sufficiently complete 3 x 12-15 reps before moving up levels. Level 1: wall push up Level 2: incline box push up Level 3: box push up (on knees) Level 4: push up on knees Level 5: incline push up Level 6: push up Level 7: push up- feet on gym ball Level 8 : push up- hands on gym ball #physiotherapy #exercisephysiology #chiropracter #muscle #bone #joint #function #movement #injury #rehab #activity #health #fitness #wellbeing

19.01.2022 Is this you right now? Is your phone causing you neck pain? Did you know that the average human head weighs around 5kg As we angle our head down to look at our phones, it increases the pressure on the spine and our muscles have to work harder to hold our head up. Spending too much time in the forward head position can lead to neck pain, stiffness and headaches. Quick tip: Simply place a pillow under your elbow. This will bring the phone higher to your eye level thus ...reducing the strain on your neck. Always remember to: Practice good posture Keep device at eye level Limit screen time Stretch If you have neck pain or poor posture and want to sort it out give us a call on: 02 9671 8555 #physiotherapy #physio #posture #pain #injury #muscles #bones #joints #function #health #wellbeing

18.01.2022 A powerful tool that you can use to protect yourself from coronavirus and all sorts of other illnesses #COVID19

17.01.2022 To further help protect our patients and staff from COVID19, Blacktown Physioclinic has ensured all staff members have completed COVID19 infection control training in addition to taking precautionary measures.

17.01.2022 The #coronavirus (COVID-19) has in the last two weeks been upgraded to a global pandemic. We still do not much about the exact pathogensis of this virus, nor do we have a vaccine or medication to treat it. Though it is becoming increasingly apparent that most of us will be infected by it, there is some solace in the knowledge that most infections will only be mild. However, for immunocompromised individuals or individuals with co-morbidities like those with respiratory iss...ues such as bronchiectasis and severe asthma, these mild infections can be fatal. In the absence of an effective medication to treat COVID-19, we can however manage its symptoms. According to the WHO, the coronavirus in humans, are known to cause respiratory infections ranging from the common cold to severe diseases such as the Middle East Respiratory syndrome (MERS) of 2012, and the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) of 2002. Similarly, the novel coronavirus, nCov, plaguing our world today takes its roots from these diseases. The Active Cycle of Breathing Technique (ACBT), is a breathing exercise that combines several breathing techniques to aid in airway clearance, allowing effective gas exchange and improving lung health. The ACBT cycle begins with breathing control or relaxed breathing (in and out of the nose) which helps to relax the airway. This is then followed up with 3-4 deep breaths by taking long and slow deep breaths in through the nose to allow to air to move into the bottom parts of the lung where it is matched by perfusion (blood flow). Taking a big breath in, increases the volume of inspired air (fresh air), which increases volume change throughout the lung fields. This step also includes an inspiratory hold (I.e holding your breath) for a couple of seconds (see pic 2), which can allow the aeration of collapsed alveoli through collateral channel ventilation (see pic 3). After taking your deep breath, resume breathing control until you feel relaxed to continue, follow this up again with 3-4 deep breaths, and again with breathing control. The final step in this cycle is a huff or cough after breathing control to remove excess secretions via a two-phase has/liquid flow. #covd19 #airwayclearance #socialdistancing

17.01.2022 Do you have pain, numbness, tingling or weakness in your hand, wrist, or arm? Do your fingers feel swollen or is your wrist very sensitive upon application of pressure? With the increasing number of people now having to work from home with a less than ideal ergonomic setup, overuse injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome may start to arise. ... Try these exercise to help alleviate the symptoms of carpal of tunnel syndrome. Disclaimer: this video is for educational purposes only. For a more detailed assessment, please visit us at Blacktown Physioclinic or call us on 9671 8555.

17.01.2022 Do you have tight ankles? You might have an ankle mobility issue. Try these exercises which will help improve your ankle range of motion, making your squats and lunges easier 1. Gastrocnemius calf stretch ... 2. Soleus calf stretch 3. Calf release using a foam roller 4. Banded ankle mobilisation #physioclinic #physiotherapy #chiro #exercisephysiology #massage #muscles #bones #joint #movement #function #injury #rehab #exercise #health #wellbeing

16.01.2022 Low back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal conditions, and poses a major cause of disability for many people. In Australia, the point prevalence for low back pain is about 13.5%, and a lifetime prevalence of 79.2% In 2013, the estimated number of Australians with low back pain was 3million! The Australian Bureau of Statistics estimates the cost of treating low back pain to be ~$5 billion/year! However, the prognosis for low back pain is quite GOOD!... Two-thirds of people suffering from low back pain experience improvement in symptoms within the first 6 weeks, with 50% of people experiencing a recurrence within 1-year after recovering from a previous episode We begin our low back series with a few mobility exercises that can help with the management of your low back pain in its acute stages. Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only. For a more detailed assessment of your low back pain, visit us at Blacktown Physioclinic or call us on 02 9671 8555 #motionislotion #restisrust #lowbackpain #physiotherapy #chiropractic #choosephysio #rehab

16.01.2022 On behalf of the Physioclinic team, we would like to thank you all for your continuous support through this tough year. We wish you peace, love and happiness. Hope you all have a wonderful festive season and a joyous new year.

15.01.2022 Did you know at physioclinic we offer Cupping as a complimentary therapy in addition to physiotherapy/chiropractic treatment Cupping therapy is a traditional Middle Eastern and Chinese practice that people use to treat a variety of conditions. The treatment involves placing cups at certain points on a persons skin. The therapist creates suction in the cups, which slightly pulls against a persons skin. This increases blood circulation to the area where the cups are placed, ...improving overall blood flow, loosening the connective tissue and promoting cell repair. Cupping can help you with your pain, inflammation, blood circulation, muscle tension and well-being. A physiotherapist will assess your current and underlying health condition to determine if you are suitable for Cupping therapy. If you have any questions or concerns regarding Cupping, please call us on 02 9671 8555 to speak to one of our physios. #physioclinic #physiotherapy #chiro #exercisephysiology #massage #cuppingtherapy #muscles #joint #movement #function #injury #rehab #exercise #health #wellbeing

14.01.2022 Balance training for falls prevention #physiotherapy #balance #strength #fallsprevention

14.01.2022 Dry needling is a form of evidence based treatment in which fine needles are inserted into skin and muscle. The needles is aimed at myofascial trigger points (painful knots in muscles), tendons, ligaments, or near nerves in order to stimulate a healing response and reduce dysfunction in painful musculoskeletal conditions. We use this technique in physiotherapy to effectively treat a variety of acute and chronic orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions. Come and see your phy...sio for some Dry needling therapy! Fun fact Did you know that dry needling is called ‘Dry’ because the needles do not deliver an injection or medicine? #physiotherapy #chiropractic #exercisephysiology #muscles #bones #joints #movement #function #health #wellbeing #exercise #active #dryneedlingtherapy #myofacialrelease #evidencebasedpractice

14.01.2022 Were in this together as a community #physiotherapy #injury #rehab #function #sports #physio #muscles #joints #bones #movement #pain #exercise #health #covid19 #bekind #besafe

13.01.2022 A great post by @rootedinmvmnt , ?? In our search for answers, many flock to Dr. Google. Others go right to the orthopedic doctor who orders an array of images to find out what is going on inside. ... Either path leads us to labels. We attempt to place a name to our pain. Like That torn meniscus is the reason for your knee pain See those degenerative discs? Thats why youre back hurts. Maybe youve been told that your shoulder pain is the result of those impinged rotator cuff tendons. In doing so, we often lose our We are no longer the adventure racer, runner, weightlifter, or yogi We become our pain. We become our injury. We become our diagnosis. When, in reality, 90% of what we find on images or online is completely innocuous. All of these scary findings are really just natural wear and tear of getting older and being an active human. Pain is just information. Be careful how you to label it. It guides us to better movement if we take the time to slow down, breathe, and seek to understand. . . Find yourself a rehabilitation professional who understands movement, who understands pain, who understands . #pain #backpain #lowbackpain #kneepain #shoulderpain #painfree #diagnosis #movement #exercise #health #wellbeing #physiotherapy #chiro #exercisephysiology

12.01.2022 Happy Easter from the team at Physioclinic We wish everyone good health, happiness and peace this Easter. Although this Easter will be different for all of us and we will be staying at home, lets not forget to call and check up on our neighbours, family and friends. Stay safe and stay active

10.01.2022 It’s important that you warm up before dead lifting in movement patterns that are similar to the lift. Here is a warm up routine for you guys consisting of mobility and stability exercises before dead lifting. 1 - Hip hinges... 2 - Active straight leg raises band assisted 3 - Active straight leg raise with kettle bell hold core contraction 4 -Hinged bent over row #deadlift #strength #mobility #stability #physicaltherapy #physiotherapy #sportschiropractic #sportschiro #sportschiropractor #squats #chiropractor #chiropractic #injuryprevention #lowbackrehab

09.01.2022 Happy world physiotherapy day! Today we recognise the contribution of all physiotherapists towards patients receiving safe and quality care; that helps keep people healthy, active, mobile and independent

08.01.2022 Working on reciprocal stepping pattern to improve stair management #paediatric #physiotherapy #exercise #play #fun #muscles #bones #joint #function #health #wellbeing #injury #rehab #playtherapy

08.01.2022 With gyms now opening soon, heres a quick video from our Chiro @the_sportschiro to help you with your deadlift. Make sure to try these tips and cues when you perform a deadlift. #deadlift #physiotherapy #chiro #exercisephysiology #movement #activity #injury #rehab #exercise

08.01.2022 Neuromuscular training or perturbation training forms an essential part in both operative and nonoperative ACL rehabilitation with the aim of improving knee stability. Prior to this phase in your rehab, you must meet the following criteria: Full knee range of movement Complete resolution of swelling Sufficient lower limb strength... It is also very important to make your perturbation training drills as functional as possible to meet the demands of your sport. Here, we have @rampage_boy619 undertaking training specific to his sport as a soccer goalkeeper. Note: Raising the ball above the head narrows your base of support even further, and raises your centre of gravity, thereby making this activity even more challenging to complete! Book an appointment with us at Blacktown Physioclinic or call us on 02 9671 855 to assess your ACL injury, and for the design of a treatment plan specific to your rehabilitation goals. #motionislotion #aclrehab #physicaltherapy

07.01.2022 Did you know when you are sitting in front of your screens for hours at one go, it is really easy to cause long-term strain to your back? The image below shows what a good ergonomic workspace setup should look like. Try to modify your workspace as shown in the image and take regular breaks to minimise that dreaded back pain. ... Stay tuned for some easy desk exercises!

06.01.2022 Do you have tight ankles? You might have an ankle mobility issue. Try these exercises which will help improve your ankle range of motion, making your squats and lunges easier 1. Gastrocnemius calf stretch ... 2. Soleus calf stretch 3. Calf release using a foam roller 4. Banded ankle mobilisation #physioclinic #physiotherapy #chiro #exercisephysiology #massage #muscles #bones #joint #movement #function #injury #rehab #exercise #health #wellbeing

05.01.2022 Hi everyone We have just launched our new and exciting website! Go and visit us on: https://blacktownphysioclinic.com.au/

05.01.2022 Adhesive Capsulitis (frozen shoulder) is a condition of an unknown cause. It affects ~2-5% of the population (usually over the age of 40) with risk factors including previous shoulder injury, stroke and diabetes increasing the likelihood of developing the condition. Thankfully, this condition typically resolves on its own with time. However, the timescale can range anywhere from 9 months to 3 years The vast majority of people will achieve a full functional recovery, b...ut some may still experience mild stiffness and occasional pain The shoulder joint by design, is an incredibly mobile joint. Surrounding this joint is a loose, somewhat baggy capsule that provides stability and lubrication for the shoulder joint. Inflammation of the joint capsule results in its tightening, causing a reduction in shoulder range of motion - thus, causing it to become frozen Typical signs and symptoms of a frozen shoulder include pain, stiffness and loss of range of motion with shoulder and arm movements - particularly movements that require you lifting your arm to your side, behind your back and rotating outwards. Here are some simple stretch and mobility exercises to help improve your shoulder function. Disclaimer: These exercises are intended for educational purposes only. For a more detailed assessment of your shoulder pain, visit us at Blacktown Physioclinic or call us on 02 9671 8555 #motionislotion #restisrust #adhesivecapsulitis #frozenshoulder #shoulderpain #physicaltherapy #physiotherapy See more

04.01.2022 Did you have a lower extremity surgery and want to rehab without pain? Are you overweight? Enjoy running? And want to lose weight? Are you an athlete recovering from injury and want to compete again? The AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill is a game changer in physiotherapy and rehabilitation! ... AlterGs unique unweighting technology reduces the impact of walking or running. It will give you the opportunity to rehab from surgery or train through injury without pain. Come down for a trial or call us on: 02 8822 7327 to make a booking #physiotherapy #muscles #bones #joints #movement #function #injury #rehab #exercise

04.01.2022 7 weeks post neck surgery due to rapid progression of cervical myelopathy. Prior to surgery patient was mobilising independently in a wheelchair and now he can walk independently 100m with 1 axillary crutch. Rehab will continue to focus on improving functional mobility, strength, endurance and gait pattern #physioresearch #physiotherapy #physiotherapists #fisio #fisioterapia #fizyoterapist #fizyoterapi #Chiro #chiropractor #chiropractic #sportsphysio #sportschiropractic #choosephysio #choosechiropractic #myelopathy #cervical

02.01.2022 Its important that you warm up before dead lifting in movement patterns that are similar to the lift. Here is a warm up routine for you guys consisting of mobility and stability exercises before dead lifting. 1 - Hip hinges... 2 - Active straight leg raises band assisted 3 - Active straight leg raise with kettle bell hold core contraction 4 -Hinged bent over row #deadlift #strength #mobility #stability #physicaltherapy #physiotherapy #sportschiropractic #sportschiro #sportschiropractor #squats #chiropractor #chiropractic #injuryprevention #lowbackrehab