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Continuum Physiotherapy

Locality: Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 455 671 384

Address: 83 Beverley Road 3084 Heidelberg, VIC, Australia

Website: https://continuumphysiotherapy.com.au/

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25.01.2022 [ INJURIES IN CRICKET FAST BOWLERS ] There is high rates of injury seen particularly to the lower back in cricket fast bowlers. Analysis of injuries in Australian first-class cricketers over a six season period found that bowlers experienced 51% of all injuries compared to 24% seen in batsmen, 24% in fielders and 2% in wicketkeepers. (Orchard et al, 2002)... More to come on injuries to fast bowlers... #cricket #fastbowling #cricketaustralia

22.01.2022 [ HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY! ] Throwback to 2019 Hope it has been a brilliant Mother's Day for all the Mum's out there and special thoughts are with those missing their Mum's during this virus period....

22.01.2022 [ I’VE GOT TERRIBLE POSTURE: HOW TO IMPROVE NECK AND SHOULDER PAIN] New article up on our website addressing some of the myths and known facts regarding posture related to neck and shoulder pain. Link in the comments.

21.01.2022 [ WHAT’S THE MOST COMMON SOURCE OF NECK PAIN? ] Experiencing neck and/or shoulder region pain and wondering what’s causing it? Check out our most recent blog explaining by far the most common neck condition seen. Link below. https://continuumphysiotherapy.com.au/whats-the-most-commo/

20.01.2022 [ NECK-RELATED HEADACHES: HOW CAN I STOP THIS? ] Learn about the most common type of headache condition in our recently posted article. Link in the comments.

19.01.2022 [ AARON CRISPE ] Aaron plays for our sponsored clubs @northcote_dragons and @heidelberg_fnc. He returned back to the First Eleven for Northcote Cricket Club in @vicpremcricket on the weekend after having missed several months of sport with a knee injury. On Saturday, he returned with style taking 6 wickets helping to bowl his team to a win. A fantastic reward for his effort in persisting with his rehab in order to get back to performing at his very best.... This photo has Aaron pictured holding a weight alongside Exercise Scientist Sam Batterton. Sam and physio Luke Dowse have been helping Aaron with his rehab and return to performance.

18.01.2022 135kms.. time to rest the legs and go again mycause.com.au/events/rideforinesh

17.01.2022 [ Address The Cause Not Just Treat Symptoms ] 10 year old and keen runner Ash presented to the physio clinic with a 2 week bout of left sided mid-back pain felt when running. It became evident, as seen in the first video, that his mid-back pain was related to an increase in his running volume and probably related to his running style. Ash excessively rotates his head and trunk which can waste energy as when running our body is moving forwards (not out to the side).... Simple running technique tips of maintaining a still head by looking forwards and addressing hip stability and arm swing were given. With 2 weeks of regular practice at home; Ash’s running technique is much improved. Treatment of the symptoms (soft tissue massage) and mobility stretching of his mid-back was included and helped decrease the symptoms. However, if his running style was not addressed he may have possibly been at risk of similar problems down the track. This is Luke’s passion- to help address potential causes of injury, not just symptoms. A more streamlined running technique should hopefully help Ash become a more efficient runner. Well done on the great progress!

16.01.2022 [ WHAT CAN I DO TO INCREASE THE SAFETY OF MY SPORT-PLAYING CHILD? ] Despite the unfortunate aspect of injuries in youth sport; the benefits of sport participation far outweighs this. Learn more about what can be done to reduce risk of sports injuries in children and adolescents. Link to the article is in the comments below.

15.01.2022 [ RIDE FOR INESH WRAP UP ] What a weekend. Here’s the stats: 6 bikes. 8 cyclists. 24 hour ride. 2,200 kilometres between us.... 5 of the cyclists each notching up 400kms. 1 of these cyclists rode alone in NZ! Over 280 financial donors Over $35,000 raised for Kidney Health Australia and Inesh Myself personally: 400kms 2898 metres of elevation Average 103 watts Consumed 20 x 600ml bottles of Powerade and lots of other various foods Quad and calf heaviness main leg issues for me. At the 231km mark was very close to hitting a wall but recovered well. Saddle problems, that we all experienced, sitting on the bike seat for so many hours required ongoing repositioning for less discomfort. Between the 5 cyclists who did the full 24 hours; there were various patches we all individually battled but always found a way to get back on there and kept the kilometres ticking over. A huge thanks to the many contributors for the day. A special shout-out to: David Richards and Croydon Cycle Works for all the gear and the advice. Chris Sutton for lending me his Wahoo Kickr. Dineli Mather for the amazing spread of food at various points of the ride (chicken sandwiches were a real treat). Dharshi and Indran Hensman for the use of the A-Grade facilities for such an event and all the lovely food/fuel. Everyone else who brought food and drink or offered to get me something (eg Eilish Hensman). Mitch Soon for pumping out 200kms without preparation. My wife Lauren for allowing me to spend our wedding anniversary sleeping on the Sunday afternoon in recovery. To the cyclists; Ben Temby, Seb Mather, Heshan Gunewardena and Tom George. The best blokes to ride this with; absolute commitment the whole way. Despite COVID restrictions changing our plans, you all stuck with the vision, from the zoom meetings, some rides together when we were permitted during lockdown, the preparation leading in- a solid team that maintained the fight on the day. Particular mention to Ben Temby. You first gave me a call wanting to help out our friend Inesh and had a crazy idea.. it didn’t turn out how we thought but it certainly far exceeded our expectations. A great reminder that if we act out our good intentions how much of a difference we can make. Hats off to you Benny. A massive thanks to all those who supported our ride and this cause. Despite wrapping up a brilliant and hugely successful event, the reality is that Inesh Hensman and others living with Kidney Disease continue experiencing their daily challenges of living with the condition. They are the real champions fighting a fight they never asked to enter. mycause.com.au/events/rideforinesh

15.01.2022 Proud to have achieved my goal of 400 kilometres

14.01.2022 [ WORKSTATION SETUP: HOW TO REDUCE YOUR CHANCE OF NECK PAIN DEVELOPING ] Physiotherapist's are often asked about the impact of a workstation setup and sit-stand desks on neck and shoulder pain. Learn what the research has to say about workstation set-up, sit-stand desks and best known methods to reduce risk of neck pain developing.... The article is on our website and the link is in the comments below.

13.01.2022 [ 4 YEAR ANNIVERSARY ] Four years ago was a special day with sponsored club Heidelberg Football Netball Club winning the double; Division 1 NFL Senior and Reserves Premierships. This was a memorable day for physiotherapist Luke Dowse as it has been one of his proudest involvements professionally; working hard behind the scenes to help injured players be available to play throughout the season and finals period. Luke has been a part of Heidelberg F.C. since 2012, with a fierce... competition premierships are no easy feat, so to be a part of this was a day to remember.

10.01.2022 [ WHAT IS THE PELVIC FLOOR? ] with physio Lauren Dowse The pelvic floor is a sling shaped layer of muscles which attaches to the front of the pelvis onto the pelvic bone, the sides of the pelvis and to the lower part of the spine called the coccyx bone. It has three main functions:... 1. Supporting the pelvic organs, those being the bladder, bowels and uterus in women and bladder and bowel in men. Supporting them keeps them in their optimal position. 2. Sexual function; to heighten sensation during intercourse for both men and women. 3. It aids with continence; making sure we can get to the toilet in time. 1 in 3 women and up to 1 in 6 men experience some form of pelvic floor dysfunction however it is a part of the body that many people don't even know exists! The Pelvic Floor...worth being informed about! #womenshealthwednesdays

09.01.2022 [ 3 WAYS WE'RE HELPING YOU THROUGH THE VIRUS PERIOD ] If you are self-isolating or concerned about coming in to the physiotherapy clinic - we have options! (Our clinic is open for physiotherapy sessions and is abiding all government recommendations - but the below options may be preferable to some).... 1. VIDEO CONSULTATIONS Dealing with an injury or pain but concerned about coming in to the clinic? We are offering video consultation appointments to help ensure you are receiving the adequate care needed. - Research has shown that physiotherapy video consultations were rated with high satisfaction for delivery of service (equal to "in rooms" sessions) (Tousignant et al, 2011). - When injury was assessed "in rooms" and also via video consultation there was a high level of agreement between the different practitioners for clinical decision-making pathways (Cottrell et al, 2018). **More information will be provided soon on this service however you can contact us on the number below or [email protected] 2. 1 ON 1 GYM SESSIONS Are you unable to attend your gym facility? Looking for an exercise plan during this period? Now may be a great time for a thorough assessment and written program- for supervised gym sessions at our facility and/or a home exercise program. We have Melbourne Demons AFLW Rehab Coach Sam Batterton offering 1:1 Exercise Science (Strength and Conditioning) sessions for all ages and levels of ability. Physiotherapist Luke Dowse is also able to help with any rehab/exercise needs in the gym setting. 3. HEALTH MEASURES For those coming in to the clinic; appropriate measures to minimise risk of illness developing have been put in place. These include the thorough washing of hands, cleaning of equipment as well as people waiting in their car before their appointment until the patient prior to them has left and have then been indicated to enter the clinic. You can book appointments online or contact 0455 671 384. continuumphysiotherapy.com.au/book-now

09.01.2022 50kms done.. 24 hour ride Mycause.com.au/events/rideforinesh

08.01.2022 mycause.com.au/events/rideforinesh 24 hour ride

05.01.2022 Saturday Morning Bowling Assessments Analysis of movement as a possible cause of pain and injury is a passion of physiotherapist Luke Dowse. Addressing the cause, not just the symptoms, is key to long-term change and successful achievement of people’s goals of performing their desired activities.... #cricket #fastbowling #fastbowler #cricketaustralia #physiotherapy @ Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia

05.01.2022 [ 'TELEHEALTH' VIDEO CONSULTATIONS - ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ] If you're concerned about coming in to the physiotherapy clinic but still dealing with that injury/problem - video consultation is a great option! **Research has shown that physiotherapy video consultations were rated with high satisfaction for delivery of service (equal to "in rooms" sessions) (Tousignant et al, 2011).... **When injury was assessed "in rooms" and also via video consultation there was a high level of agreement between the different practitioners for clinical decision-making pathways (Cottrell et al, 2018). IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT VIDEO CONSULTATION'S: - An interview and physical assessment can be performed by the physio and can help them establish an understanding of your physical problem/injury. - The physio can provide necessary advice for the best management of your injury. - Despite no "hands on" treatment, our physio can help educate you how to perform exercises including self-massage techniques to a sore or 'tight' spot. - The physio may show you other exercise/s that may be recommended to help with pain-relief, strengthening and improving movement capability for example. - At present, some private health insurers have committed to rebates for video (telehealth) consultations - for more information about this please contact us. - You will receive an email prior to the start of your scheduled appointment time with a link directing you to the video consultation. PLEASE BRING to your appointment: 1. Any resistance bands, dumbbells and a backpack (to place some dumbbells/books to possibly be utilised for a strengthening exercise) 2. A tennis ball or massage ball and foam roller if you have these. 3. Functioning camera on a computer with audio and WiFi. 4.Have adequate space around your computer so that if you need to stand up for the assessment it can still be viewed by the physio (including ability to raise arms above head for shoulder region injuries and visibility of legs/feet if necessary for the assessment). Any further questions, please feel to email us at [email protected] or call 0455 671 384. Book online at: continuumphysiotherapy.com.au/book-now

04.01.2022 [ HEIDELBERG CRICKET CLUB PREMIERS ] Congratulations to sponsored club @heidelbergcricketclub who in their first year up in the top division of the DVCA have become dual premiers. After winning the Money Shield (second division) the season prior; HCC had a strong season playing in the Grand Final. Due to the current circumstances were unable to complete the Grand Final and therefore were awarded dual premiers of the Barclay Shield with their opponent.... A fantastic achievement by all involved at Heidelberg CC. @ Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia

03.01.2022 200km mark reached

01.01.2022 [ SQUAT VARIATIONS WITH SAM ] In this video Sam Batterton shows us 3 variations of a squat exercise that you can perform at home (during iso) without any equipment. Aim to build up to 4 sets of 10-12 repetitions before progressing to the next variation.... Sam currently works as Head Rehabilitation Coach of the Melbourne Demons AFL Women’s team and is the High Performance Manager of the Casey Demons VFL Women’s team. Sam consults here at Continuum Physiotherapy and currently offers telehealth appointments as well as sessions in the physiotherapy clinic. If you're looking for an individualised program to be written, someone to help keep you motivated with being physically active or assistance with rehabilitation from an injury book an appointment with Sam today.