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East Vic Park Physiotherapy

Locality: East Victoria Park, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9361 3777

Address: 771 Albany Hwy 6101 East Victoria Park, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.eastvicparkphysiotherapy.com.au/

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25.01.2022 Can you hop? An interesting question that most people can't answer until they try it. In physio, we use this as a common test to check stability, power, impact tolerance and "spring" of the lower limb. There are different types of hopping tests including hop for distance, triple hop, drop jump and hopping on the spot. Sometimes hopping can be impaired from a direct injury to an area of the lower limb and other times it can be a by-product of surgical intervention. Regardless, it is a very important part of returning to full function. Remember you can't run until you can hop!

25.01.2022 Listen to your friendly East Vic Park Physio

25.01.2022 R U OK? Make sure you check in with family and friends. Not just today but any day. If may just change someones life. Learn what to say to keep the conversation going when someone is not OK. ... https://www.ruok.org.au

25.01.2022 We have power! Please call us on 9361 3777 to make an appointment or go to our website to book online.

25.01.2022 Join us for the EVP Physio Run Club on Strava. Monthly events and prizes, follow friends, get your PB and keep fit and healthy. Club link:... https://www.strava.com/clubs/EVPP Happy running!

24.01.2022 A bit of info about exercise prescription for the thoracic spine or "mid back" from an article review by Heneghan N, et al. A huge variety of different types of exercises with different focuses depending on the deficit. If want us to do a video demo of one of the specific exercises from the list, post it in the comments and we will post it on our insta/facebook.

24.01.2022 LOW BACK PAIN - What matters and what is white noise? Did you know most incidents of low back pain do not require a scan to assist with diagnosis or treatment, and can in fact provide unhelpful white noise? Most pathologies seen on a scan are age related changes and also occur in the pain free population. It is the grey hair and wrinkles of our spines. This means most findings will not explain the cause of pain.... So what does cause our pain? Most back pain episodes are caused from either overload, deconditioning or both. Reducing inflammation and sensitivity is the key in the early stages, however the best thing in the later stages of recovery and to reduce the risk of recurrent episodes is to get stronger! We now have lots of scientific evidence showing chronic low back pain is reduced with exercise and strength training. Our physios can help create an exercise program that will get you feeling great again! Click here for more information on strength training and low back pain. https://www.sciencedirect.com//artic/pii/S1529943003001748 Click here to book in with one of our physios http://www.eastvicparkphysiotherapy.com.au

24.01.2022 UPDATE We now have phones. Please call us on 93613777 if you need to reschedule an appointment.

24.01.2022 CLINIC ANNOUNCEMENT Congratulations to Gabby, who has accepted a role with the Fremantle Dockers AFLW program. This is a testament to Gabby’s dedication and expertise in sports physiotherapy. Gabby will still be available in clinic on weekday mornings www.eastvicparkphysiotherapy.com.au

24.01.2022 Amazing!! #whatsyourexcuse?

24.01.2022 Improving Ankle Mobility Ankle mobility is really important to assist with achieving squat depth.Ankle stiffness can cause increased anterior knee translation causing dominant use of your quadriceps. See below for some progressive exercises to assist with improving ankle mobility.... 1.Knee to wall: Touching your knee against the wall, whilst maintaining a flat foot.Your foot should be a challenging distance from the wall. 2.Banded ankle dorsiflexion: Place band in front of ankle and bring knee forward ensuring foot stays flat on the floor. 3.Deep squat with barbell on quadriceps (care with knees).Squat down with bar on thighs to increase ankle dorsiflexion under load. If you’re not happy with your squat nor achieving your strength goals, book an appointment with us for a thorough assessment.

23.01.2022 Has a recent return to exercise led to heel or foot pain? Have you changed footwear? Feeling stiff and sore in the morning? It could be plantar fasciitis. Check out our blog for some more info. Our physios will be able to set you up with an exercise plan to get you back on your feet! http://www.eastvicparkphysiotherapy.com.au//plantar-fascii

23.01.2022 Ring, Ring, Why dont you give us a call? Cant find any appointments online? Give our friendly reception staff a call or drop us an email and we can work to squeeze you in or at least put you on a cancellation waitlist until a spot opens up. Were here to help!

22.01.2022 Hands up who has had 3- 4 months off normal exercise this year? Well this has probably messed with your loading patterns and can be an issue if you dont plan your return to physical activity with progressive loading. What is the Acute-Chronic Workload Ratio? Acute workload refers to the amount of loading over a week. Chronic workload refers to the average of loading over four weeks. Loading can be a number of factors eg kilometres per week which is applicable for marath...on runner. Optimal ratio is 1-1.25 so anything above or below can mean a large spike in injury risk. Equation: (Acute workload) / (Chronic workload) Eg week 1 40km, week 2 40km, week 3 50km, week 4 55km So Acute workload is 55km (the latest week kms) Chronic workload is average of four weeks ((40+40+50+55)/4) = 46.25 55/46.25= 1.2 (reduced injury risk) Calculate yours and if you have any concerns, drop us a line or book an appointment. Check out our blog post to learn more: http://www.eastvicparkphysiotherapy.com.au//load-management

22.01.2022 NEW PHYSIO ALERT We are excited to welcome Dan Anderson to the East Vic Park Physiotherapy team. Dan has completed a Master of Physiotherapy and a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Sport, Science Exercise and Health. He is currently completing the Master of Clinical Physiotherapy majoring in Sports Physiotherapy at Curtin University.... Dan has specific interest in treating and managing chronic low back pain. He will be available at the clinic from next week on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons. Bookings can be made online or by calling our clinic on 9361 3777.

21.01.2022 All three aspects are very important when rehabbing from an injury. If you have any questions, dont hesitate to ask one of our friendly physios!

21.01.2022 These two legends are playing in state touch titles this weekend! Clare is playing for Rosalie and Rukuya plays for Fremantle. Who do you think will come away with the chocolates?

20.01.2022 Power Outage East Vic Park and surrounding suburbs are experiencing a power outage currently. Unfortunately phones and internet are down but we are still open. You can contact us via Facebook or messenger if you need to reschedule or make an appointment. The estimated return of power is 5:30 via the western power website but we will keep you updated. Thank you for your understanding.

20.01.2022 The ever-changing face of the EVP Physio reception area. Carpets>Floorboards>New chairs>New Coffee table. It is all coming along very nicely!

19.01.2022 Quick update about our clinic! If youre in need of an injury check up or a massage, give us a call or book online through our website.

17.01.2022 We are all very excited that sport, gyms and exercise classes are back up and running, but how many of us are feeling we have rushed back into things too quickly? If youre feeling run down after a recent return to exercise, or can feel old injuries resurfacing - Physio can help! Book in with one of our experienced clinicians who can review your training schedule to make sure you are performing optimally and not overtraining! http://www.eastvicparkphysiotherapy.com.au

17.01.2022 Here's an update about Mike Neill (former East Vic Park Physiotherapist) in case you were wondering how he was going. It is always great to see our former colleagues achieve great things. Good luck for the big game against the Reds!

16.01.2022 Return of Western Force Good luck to one of our former physiotherapists Mike Neill and the Western Force who play their first game of the new-look Australian Rugby Union Competition. Mike has been working hard to keep the players injury free and performing at their best for this Saturdays game. Go get them boys!

16.01.2022 Are you suffering from work out boredom or noticing your program is causing niggles? Our team of physiotherapists can help! Picking the right exercises and doing them at the right time goes a long way to enhancing performance (and preventing injury). Just book an appointment and bring your program and well do the rest. http://www.eastvicparkphysiotherapy.com.au

16.01.2022 Nutrition can have a huge effect on performance, recovery and injury! Although supplements can help 'top up' any deficiencies, research is showing it is best to have a 'food first philosophy' when it comes to your fuel. How many of these nutrients do you consume on a regular basis? For more information on the benefits of diet and supplementation, plus more ideas of 'nutrition rich' foods, head to our website and check out our latest blog: https://www.eastvicparkphysioth...erapy.com.au//dietary-suppl Credit: Yann LE MEUR

15.01.2022 Have you experienced neck pain and/or tightness? Been told to massage and stretch your overactive upper trapezius? This blog is for you! Need help with your neck pain? Book in with one of our experienced physiotherapists today! http://www.eastvicparkphysiotherapy.com.au http://www.eastvicparkphysiotherapy.com.au//neck-pain-and-

15.01.2022 Merry Christmas Everyone!! From all of us at EVP Physio

15.01.2022 Join us in welcoming our new Practice Manager Darrilyn Hunter. She is taking over from our previous manager Jo who unfortunately is moving away. If you see her on the front desk, say hello

15.01.2022 Bit of team bonding over burgers before we get stuck into some furniture assembly. The new chairs are looking great in the treatment rooms! Burgers were good too

14.01.2022 Who wouldnt want to win a free massage?! Refer a friend and make sure they mention this post to one of our friendly reception staff so you can win. Keep watching our socials for more competitions like this!

14.01.2022 Follow our new series: FITBALL FRIDAYS! This week’s focus - shoulder and abdominal control. These exercises are great for swimmers, gymnasts or anyone who wants to increase their upper body capacity. 1. Plank circles. Keep your hips still and rotate your arms each direction 2. Jackknife pikes. Bring knees to chest as your trunk lifts over your shoulders - think of a handstand 3. Prone arm lifts. Keep legs and hips still, slowly alternate lifting arms ... Try them out and let us know how you go! www.eastvicparkphysiotherapy.com.au

13.01.2022 Another look at the age old clinical question from Accelerated Motion Physiotherapy. How much do we change someone's comfortable gait/run pattern if it doesn't look "textbook"? A few things to consider:... - injury risk of the athlete (do you think they will get injured if they continue with their movement pattern) - injury history (have they been injured from their movement pattern) - performance (are they winning with their current movement pattern) - current injury (are they getting pain with their current movement pattern) Regardless, the focus should always be on making the individual as resilient as possible within their chosen loading environment. If you're getting pain or not improving performance with running, swimming, gym lifts etc then give us a call and our physio's can assess those particular movement patterns and give you some tips.

13.01.2022 Loving our new piece from @saltdiaries! We thought the best place for this particular picture was right at the front door. Some awesome WA vibes.

13.01.2022 NEW BLOG UP NOW Part One covers a common adolescent condition called Severs Disease. If you know a 8-15 year old with heel pain then this has some handy tips on getting them back to full function.

12.01.2022 MASSAGE IS BACK! The change in government restrictions has meant our massage therapists have been back at the clinic. Please call us or click the Book Now link on our website to make an appointment. Your body wont regret it!

12.01.2022 SQUAT SQUAT CITY Head over to our Youtube channel to checkout our latest video about everything squats. This is off the back of our first EVPP Ultimate Champion test. It has some handy info on common squat faults as well as a demonstration of different squat varieties by our very own QuadFather, Brett. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lyB9recrzYs... P.S Yes Clare does realise she uses her hands to talk. Maybe there is some Italian heritage in there somewhere. She does love pasta

12.01.2022 Whether your goals are to increase fitness, improve your mental well-being, or just get out of the house, walking 30 minutes every day has great benefits for your physical and mental health! Check out this post by Australian Physiotherapy Association to learn all the benefits you can reap... just look out for the weather

12.01.2022 Do you continue rehabiliation AFTER a successful return to sport? New research shows AFL players have a heightened risk of any soft tissue injury for FIFTEEN WEEKS AFTER they return to play. Ongoing gym training and sports specific rehab is key to reduce injury recurrence. Our physios at East Vic Park can set you up with an ongoing rehab program, plus monitor muscle performance to keep you on the park!

12.01.2022 If you’re needing those new injuries or niggles looked at over the Christmas and New Year period, see our opening hours below

11.01.2022 One of our Perth Football Club young guns - Nathan ODriscoll was hoping to impress scouts ahead of this years draft... but for now his sister Emma is helping him keep sharp. Well done team! #10Sport

11.01.2022 CONTACT IS BACK! Along with many of our athletes, we are stoked that contact sport can now resume to a more normal structure. It is important to take into account a steep incline in training may result in a steep incline of injuries. Any preseason should consist of a gradual build of conditioning and aerobic fitness with a slow layering of sports specific drills. If volume or intensity increase too quickly, injury risk in the following weeks will also increa...se. With the unique 2020 season, many sports will have to adapt their training to ensure injury risk stays down. There is no magic number, however a 10% increase in volume per week is a simple guide to progressive overload with low risk of overtraining and overuse injuries. Sound confusing? Our physiotherapists can help you or your team develop a conditioning program to build athletes fitness and bulletproof them against injury! Book online here: http://www.eastvicparkphysiotherapy.com.au

10.01.2022 NEW BLOG IS LIVE! Check it out here: https://www.eastvicparkphysiotherapy.com.au//whiplash-asso Whiplash is a common term often related to motor vehicle accidents. But what exactly is whiplash? What is the best treatment and what does it mean for the longevity of your neck health? Read below!

10.01.2022 NEW TEAM MEMBER! We would like to welcome Erin Flatman to the EVP Physio team! Having graduated in 2019 from the University of Notre Dame Erin has exclusively worked in private practice. She has developed a keen interest In musculoskeletal particularly in management, rehabilitation and prevention of sporting injuries. Outside of The clinic, Erin works as the Head Trainer of both the AFL and AFLW programs for Fremantle Dockers. She is currently prepping the AFLW for their 2021 finals campaign! To book an appointment with Erin call us on 9361 3777 or online https://eastvicparkphysiotherapy.bookings.pracsuite.com/gue

10.01.2022 Return to sport after a long time off has its risks. In light of return to AFL (June 11) and WAFL (August 1st), below is link to a great article on the difficulties of returning to high loads too quickly as seen in the German Soccer league Bundesliga. Injury rates increased by nearly 3x in the first two weeks of return to playing after COVID restrictions were removed. Talk to your Physiotherapist and/or Strength & Conditioning coach about how to best prepare for return to s...port and decrease risk of injury. Full Article: https://www.afl.com.au//injury-spike-bundesliga-report-rev @ East Vic Park Physiotherapy

09.01.2022 Oldie but a goodie from @bjsm_bmj debunking some of the myths around exercise and pregnancy! Maintaining regular exercise during pregnancy can help reduce the risk of pregnancy related illnesses such as depression and gestational diabetes. It is recommended that women should aim for 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week. As always speak to your doctor to ensure there are no specific medical restrictions.

08.01.2022 The weekend saw the end of the WAFL home and away season. It has been an unexpected year full of surprises and the teams ability to adapt to a shortened season after a long break has been outstanding. Perth Football Club have fought their way into the finals for the first time since 1997! Peel Thunder were not so lucky despite a competitive season showcasing the talent of young, developing players. The Perth colts finished the season in a respectable 6th place. While Brett begins preparing for finals, Gabby and Pete are looking forward to the 2021 season.

07.01.2022 THE HIP HINGE The hip hinge pattern is useful for much more than deadlifting in the gym. The movement recruits gluteal and hamstring muscles, is an effective lifting strategy and helps train hip extension without lumbar extension. If you are a beginner to the hip hinge, try these variations to isolate hip movement without lumbar or knee movement. Lock all degrees of freedom so only the hip joint can move ... Keep the knee blocked to encourage the hip hinge pattern Unlock degrees of freedom once the athlete is capable of producing movement from the hip

07.01.2022 The last of your wonderful prints from @saltdiaries We have chosen to hang this one in our massage room to provide some extra ambience for the clients.

07.01.2022 Looking for a new job in an awesome clinic? Have you had previous practice manager experience in a medical/health clinic? Then click below and apply!

06.01.2022 Who doesn't love a good consensus summary? Especially on something as important as sleep education! Now you can understand why our physiotherapists go on about sleep quantity and quality. If you want more info, have a read of this blog from our website:... https://eastvicparkphysiotherapy.squarespace.com//sleep-hy See more

06.01.2022 Did you know we are stronger with our spine in flexion - even when lifting heavy weights?! New research is showing people WITHOUT low back pain tend to lift with a more flexed spine than those that are in pain. This great infographic by @pheasyque summarises this nicely. Remember, our backs are made to move!

06.01.2022 RUNNERS STRENGTH PROGRAM Now that running events are re-starting, remembering to incorporate strengthening programs is as important as ever. If you are a distance runner a strength program can not only reduce your injury risk, but also significantly improve your performance There is much speculation around running and injury risk, to answer any questions you may have here is a link to one of our previous blogs:... http://www.eastvicparkphysiotherapy.com.au//busting-runnin Below is a example of an entry level program for runners. Aim to complete this at least 2x weekly and let us know if it helps shed a few seconds off your speed!! SL arabesque 3x8 Single leg bridge 3x8 Calf raises 3x8 Mid stance drill 3x5 Triple extension 3x5 Walking lunge 4x10m If you are experiencing any pain associated with running, our physios can help! We are trained to analyse running style and will perform an extensive assessment to identify any underlying deficits that may be contributing. Book an appointment online at eastvicparkphysiotherapy.com.au or call 9361 3777

05.01.2022 With the current restrictions continuing to ease in regards to exercise, heres a bit of light reading to make sure you make it back as comfortably and pain free as possible! http://www.eastvicparkphysiotherapy.com.au//load-management

04.01.2022 Well, well, well if it isnt our old friend exercise improving function and pain in people with OA. Read below for the reasons why:

04.01.2022 some helpful tips to getting a good nights sleep! Sleep is a critical part of recovery. We know lack of sleep can impair physical and mental performance. It can also increase your risk of sustaining injuries. Sleep of < 8 hours/night leads to a 1.7 greater risk of injury compared to sleep duration of > 8 hours/night. For more information check out our blog on sleep hygiene! ... http://www.eastvicparkphysiotherapy.com.au///sleep-hygiene

04.01.2022 Sleep is such an important aspect of injury prevention AND recovery for anyone! Make sure you are getting enough zzzzzzzs

03.01.2022 If you're one of our gold star referrers, make sure you claim your goodies!

03.01.2022 EVPP Ultimate Challenge #3 2kmTT The results are in! For the third round of the EVPP Ultimate Challenge we hit the ground running with a 2km for time race. This test is not for the faint hearted! Brett set the bar very high, but an excellent effort was put in by all. The 2km Time Trial (2kmTT) is a gruelling middle-distance race which is a great tool for calculating aerobic fitness (including ATP, Glycogen and Aerobic capacity). Its used by AFL scouts to determine the mo...st athletic potential recruits in the AFL Draft Combine every year and is performed regularly by professional sporting clubs to identify the cardiovascular fitness of their athletes and to help in establishing training programs. The 2kmTT is valuable in estimating an athletes Maximal Aerobic Speed (MAS). From here, MAS running programs can be established in order to train and develop aerobic power by running at >100% of MAS over short intervals with regular short (passive) rest periods of equal time i.e. 2 sets of x 8-10 reps of 15-30sec of running with equal rest time. An intensity of approx... 120% of MAS is commonly used. This has been shown to develop anaerobic performance over long slow distance training. MAS running would typically be performed at the beginning or midway through a single training program. As this type of running is at threshold, therefore the risk of injury is increased. The best time to perform high risk activities in a training program is at low risk times. i.e. at the beginning of a program once a good dynamic warm up has been completed but the athletes are relatively fresh. The 2kmTT can be converted to m/s by a simple calculation i.e. if Pete 2000m in 9min 18sec = 558sec \ MAS = 2000/558 = 3.58 m/s. To work at 120% of MAS Petes goal would be to run at 4.3m/s x 15sec = approx... 65m (64.5m) to run in 15sec with 15sec recovery before completing the second repetition. We might start with 1 set of 8-10 reps if just starting a running pre-season program, eventually increasing of 2 sets of 12 over a number of weeks/months. Well done to all those that participated, keep getting after it! @ East Vic Park Physiotherapy

02.01.2022 Are you worried a recent finding of 'knee osteoarthritis' will slow you down? Concerned squats are 'bad for your knees?' WE HAVE SOME GOOD NEWS FOR YOU! There is a heap of research showing exercise, particularly strength-based exercise (like squatting progressions) are in fact beneficial for joint cartilage and can improve both pain and function in arthritic joints. Remember the 'severity' of arthritic changes seen on medical imaging have very poor correlation to pain - this... is our joint's version of 'grey hair and wrinkles' If you would like to get started on a strengthening program, our physiotherapists can help you out! Give the clinic a call on 9361 3777 or visit http://www.eastvicparkphysiotherapy.com.au to book online

02.01.2022 HOT OFF THE PRESS Gone are the days of just R.I.C.E as we now have a new handy pneumonic to complement management of an acute injury. Some milder injuries will resolve with minimal intervention but other injuries need specific treatment and exercises.... U.N.L.E.S.S maps out a pretty good plan for getting back to full function but will need some input from your physio. Big thanks to David Peirce Physiotherapy 2020

01.01.2022 Last week Gabby popped down to the Outdoor Active group to discuss the effects of recovery on performance and injury prevention. The group discussed sleep, load management and nutrition before cooling down with a stretching session, exploring the benefits of different techniques such as rolling, trigger pointing and PNF stretching. If this is an area you would like to know more about, let us know! All Outdoor Active members receive a 10% discount at the clinic.