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Leeming Physiotherapy Centre

Locality: Perth, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9332 3311

Address: 56 Farrington Road, Leeming 6149 Perth, WA, Australia

Website: http://leemingphysiotherapy.myfreesites.net

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25.01.2022 We now offer an online booking service for our Leeming, Jandakot and Canning Vale centres! To book online click the "Book Now" button for Leeming, Jandakot or Canning Vale on our website: https://leemingphysiotherapy.myfreesites.net/

25.01.2022 Preview! Original research published by Dr Leanda McKenna (Sports Physiotherapist) BAppSc (Physio), Masters Sports Physio, PhD. Find out more about Leanda and her interest in womens health on our website https://leemingphysiotherapy.myfreesites.net/our-team or call our Leeming practice to make an appointment

25.01.2022 We are delighted to welcome back Melissa Fondacaro, Remedial Massage Therapist, who returns from maternity leave! Melissa will be available Wednesday afternoons, starting November 1st. Call us on 9332 3311 to book!

24.01.2022 ** JANDAKOT PHYSIOTHERAPY - CHRISTMAS SPECIAL ** Between now and 31st December we are offering $10 off all private consults at Jandakot Physiotherapy. Call 9417 4544 to book now to get fit for Xmas and the New Year! You can read about Peter Morgan, Manipulative Physiotherapist, here: https://leemingphysiotherapy.myfreesites.net/our-team

23.01.2022 Dr Leanda McKenna, Sports Physiotherapist at Leeming Physiotherapy, has published a high-impact article in the prestigious, peer reviewed British Journal of Sports Medicine! Congratulations Leanda!

21.01.2022 If your knee hurts.keep exercising! If you take up exercise later in life, as a treatment for joint or hip pain, you should expect a small, temporary increase in pain. But if you proceed sensibly, you will be rewarded with pain relief similar to that of a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, such as ibuprofen, and twice that of a non-prescription painkiller, such as paracetamol. Physical activity is important for good health and is prescribed by doctors and physiotherapist...s to treat a range of diseases, including diabetes and cardiovascular disease. But some people dont follow this advice because of aching joints and the fear that exercise may harm these joints. Paradoxically, the last 20 years of research has found that exercise is a good pain reliever. Today, exercise is recommended worldwide as a treatment for painful joints in middle-aged and older people. Most people experience a 10% pain increase when they start to exercise some experience more, others less. This is not a warning sign but the body signalling that you are doing something you are not used to. Our bodies, including bone, muscle and cartilage are great at adapting and their quality improves when we exercise. How much pain relief you will get depends on how much exercise you do. In our study of 10,000 people with knee and hip osteoarthritis, we found that people who exercised twice a week for six weeks experienced 25% pain relief, on average. Research also shows that people who exercise in groups, supervised by a physiotherapist, experience greater pain relief than those who exercise at home, unsupervised. Reasons for this difference may be that we work harder and dare to do more when guided by a physiotherapist with specialist knowledge. To get the most from exercise, you should feel short of breath, or sweat a little, and increase the level of difficulty of the exercises as your body gets stronger.

19.01.2022 A reminder for us to be active! The more the merrier...

19.01.2022 Almost Xmas....time for a massage!

18.01.2022 Brainstorming MYOB session at reception....

18.01.2022 Just a reminder that Physio is jolly useful!

17.01.2022 Happy New Year from all of us at Leeming and Jandakot Physiotherapy Centres!

17.01.2022 Good News! Progressive loading the key to allowing Achilles injuries to recover. Initial rest then slowly increasing load and speed sees the fastest rates of recovery....supervised by your local friendly physio of course!!

17.01.2022 Aaah... Happy to have science on our side!

17.01.2022 Women playing in the AFLW are at higher risk of knee injuries Women playing in the AFLW competition are at a high risk of knee injuries with an average of one player per club forced to end their season early because of injury. In the first season of the AFLW eight players tore the anterior cruciate ligament in their knees and the second year the number hit nine.... "We know that women playing this sport are at greater risk of a serious knee injury than male AFL players," La Trobe University Professor Kay Crossley told AAP. The physiotherapist said women in general are more prone to ACL tears in high intensity sports and there are a range of factors including less exposure to training, strength issues and anatomy. "A lot of the female players work part-time during the season so they dont have the same strict regime including knee strength training that AFL players have," Professor Crossley said. But she said as more women start playing from a young age and continuing to play through to an elite level there would be more pathways to help manage their injury risks. "Injury prevention is really critical and what were working on at the moment with the AFLW is a trial program to be introduced next season," the La Trobe professor said. The data in the report would be used to help develop injury reduction and prevention programs, the head of AFL womens football Nicole Livingstone said. "The data provided in the report will directly influence what areas of research the AFL will fund with concussion and ACL injury rates a high priority," she said.

17.01.2022 http://bjsm.bmj.com/content/49/15/967 a great article for us all to look at!

14.01.2022 Prescribed exercise from a physiotherapist supports better mental health. Worldwide, one in four people will experience a mental health condition at some point in their lives; one in six will have experienced a mental health condition in the past week alone. This year World Physiotherapy Day focused on the role physiotherapists play in supporting people with a range mental health conditions. That physical activity is good for us is well knownit supports a healthy cardiovascu...lar system, strengthens joints and bones and keeps weight in check. The relationship between physical activity and improved mental health outcomes in those suffering mental health conditions is less well known. APA National President Phil Calvert said the evidence supporting regular exercise as a treatment option for mental illness is compelling. For those Australians who struggle with mental illness, maintaining regular, prescribed physical activity can be the difference between merely functioning and enjoying a better quality of life. Motivation to exercise is often lacking due to a combination of poor understanding of the benefits of exercise and the difficulties associated with the mental health condition itself. Physios are well placed to support these people as they can put together a tailored exercise plan based on the individuals ability and interests, and keep them motivated by mixing it up as the individual progresses. Physical activity has a well-established antidepressant effect in people with mild to moderate depression. Health outcomes have been shown to be best when exercise is prescribed by a qualified health professional such as a physiotherapist, as they have a strong understanding of the physical, psychological and social factors affecting health and can adjust exercise programs to suit the individuals needs.

13.01.2022 Stephen Hawking Theoretical physicist Stephen William Hawking CH CBE FRS FRSA was an English theoretical physicist, cosmologist, author and Director of Research at the Centre for Theoretical Cosmology within the University of Cambridge. Wikipedia... Born: 8 January 1942, Oxford, United Kingdom Died: 14 March 2018, Cambridge, United Kingdom Quotes: Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change. The greatest enemy of knowledge is not ignorance, it is the illusion of knowledge. I have noticed even people who claim everything is predestined, and that we can do nothing to change it, look before they cross the road. People wont have time for you if you are always angry or complaining.

13.01.2022 Check: whats the best way to sit? Leon Straker, Curtin University Many people spend the majority of their waking hours sitting at home, commuting and at work.... Particularly when were sitting for long periods at a desk, there are a few things we should keep in mind. How should we sit? Many people think there is one good posture. But actually, there isnt just one way of sitting. Different ways of sitting will place different physical stresses on our bodies, and variety is good. To work out if a posture is good or not, we can assess it based on several things: the amount of muscle activity required to hold the position (too much muscle activity could be a problem as it can result in fatigue if held continuously for a long period) the estimated stress on joints, including the discs between the vertebral bones of the spine (too much physical loading stress could be a problem as it may cause pain in the joints and ligaments or muscles around them) whether the joints are in the middle of their range of movement or near the extreme (awkward, near end-of-range postures may put more stress on tissues around joints) the amount of fidgeting people do (moving about in your seat, or fidgeting, can be an early indicator of discomfort and may suggest a risk of later pain) Given these criteria, research suggests there are three main options for how you can sit well at a desk. Each option has different pros and cons, and is suitable for different tasks. Option 1: upright sitting This is probably the posture you think of as good posture. The defining feature of this option is that the trunk is upright. A key component of upright sitting is that the feet can comfortably rest on a surface, whether the floor or a footstool. This position also makes it easy to adjust posture within the chair (fidget) and change posture to get out of the chair. Its also important the arms hang down from the shoulders vertically with elbows by the trunk, unless the forearms are supported on the work surface. Holding unsupported arms forward requires the muscles connecting the shoulder and neck to work harder. This often results in muscle fatigue and discomfort. The head should be looking straight ahead or a little downwards. Looking upwards would increase tension in the neck and likely lead to discomfort. This posture is useful for common office tasks such as working on a desktop computer.

12.01.2022 As the footy season approaches we hope none of the mighty Dockers suffers a hamstring strain...but here are some tips to help the recovery process accelerate!

11.01.2022 Physical Activity and Adults - how do you rate?? Adults aged 1864 should do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity throughout the week or do at least 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity throughout the week or an equivalent combination of moderate- and vigorous-intensity activity. Aerobic activity should be performed in bouts of at least 10 minutes duration.... For additional health benefits, adults should increase their moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity to 300 minutes per week, or engage in 150 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity per week, or an equivalent combination of moderate- and vigorous-intensity activity. Muscle-strengthening activities should be done involving major muscle groups on 2 or more days a week.

11.01.2022 Check out this very interesting read from one of our fantastic Physiotherapists Leanda McKenna.....click link below https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/9/6/e027633.abstract

11.01.2022 Frozen Shoulder? We can help! Infographic by AMP Physio. See the original article here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27641499

10.01.2022 Our thoughts on iHunch Posted by Physiotherapy NZ 2018 There have been a couple of stories in the media over last few days about iHunch or text neck, talking about how physiotherapists are seeing an increase in patients presenting with neck and upper-back issues related to the use of cellphones and other handheld devices. Little research has been done into the impact of handheld devices on the body. We believe that this is about more than just technology use. Poor postu...re, a sedentary lifestyle and limited physical activity/exercise are not good for our health and can contribute to neck and back issues. Whenever you are in a fixed position for too long, your muscles are under stress. It could be sitting at a desk for 6 hours straight, working on a production line or using your cellphone for extended periods. It is not about ditching technology, but about making sure people and particularly children are educated about not putting the body into fixed postures for extended periods and encouraging them to break up their day with movement/physical activity. Tips on how to keep moving during the day Take regular breaks about every half an hour. This could be as simple as going for a walk to get a glass of water or going to the printer. Vary your work/school day between sitting and standing. You dont need a fancy standing desk to achieve this, it could be as simple as holding your next meeting around a leaner table with everyone standing. Check your posture regularly. When you need to be in a fixed position for extended periods of time, it is a good idea to be aware of your posture and reassess regularly. Movement for life. Exercise is so important to your health and we encourage everyone to be active on a regular basis. This could be going for a walk at lunchtime or a hike on the weekends. The important thing is to move on a regular basis. Physiotherapists can help If you are having issues with your neck or upper-back, a physiotherapist can help you not only relieve the symptoms, but also identify the cause, and provide advice on how to avoid these issues recurring. If you spend extended periods using cellphones or other handheld devices, a physiotherapist can provide advice on how to avoid iHunch. Likewise, if you are unsure if you have good posture, a physiotherapist will be able to examine your posture and provide guidance tailored for you. See more

09.01.2022 Do schoolbags cause back pain in children and adolescents? A systematic review Objective: To investigate whether characteristics of schoolbag use are risk factors for back pain in children and adolescents. Data sources Electronic searches of MEDLINE, EMBASE and CINAHL databases up to April 2016.... Eligibility criteria for selecting studies Prospective cohort studies, cross-sectional and randomised controlled trials conducted with children or adolescents. The primary outcome was an episode of back pain and the secondary outcomes were an episode of care seeking and school absence due to back pain. Results: We found evidence from five prospective studies that schoolbag characteristics such as weight, design and carriage method do not increase the risk of developing back pain in children and adolescents. The included studies were at moderate to high risk of bias. Evidence from cross-sectional studies aligned with that from longitudinal studies (ie, there was no consistent pattern of association between schoolbag use or type and back pain). Summary/conclusion: There is no convincing evidence that aspects of schoolbag use increase the risk of back pain in children and adolescents. Just goes to show what good research turns up! So we can all stop stressing over our kids as they haul huge bags off to school....and just let them suffer as we did!

09.01.2022 Sandra expertly running the front desk while Peter Morgan looks after the clients with professional aplomb and skill despite being an Eagles supporter...come and see us at the Jandakot Physiotherapy Centre!

05.01.2022 Physiotherapy helping children's brains as well as their bodies Article by: Nicole Madigan | Published: 08-02-2018 Physical activity in children has been linked to improved scholastic performance, following two separate studies conducted to analyse the impact of exercise in children and youth....Continue reading

04.01.2022 Check out this very interesting read from one of our fantastic Physiotherapist's Leanda McKenna.....click link below https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/9/6/e027633.abstract

04.01.2022 Check: what's the best way to sit? Leon Straker, Curtin University Many people spend the majority of their waking hours sitting at home, commuting and at work.... Particularly when we’re sitting for long periods at a desk, there are a few things we should keep in mind. How should we sit? Many people think there is one good posture. But actually, there isn’t just one way of sitting. Different ways of sitting will place different physical stresses on our bodies, and variety is good. To work out if a posture is good or not, we can assess it based on several things: the amount of muscle activity required to hold the position (too much muscle activity could be a problem as it can result in fatigue if held continuously for a long period) the estimated stress on joints, including the discs between the vertebral bones of the spine (too much physical loading stress could be a problem as it may cause pain in the joints and ligaments or muscles around them) whether the joints are in the middle of their range of movement or near the extreme (awkward, near end-of-range postures may put more stress on tissues around joints) the amount of fidgeting people do (moving about in your seat, or fidgeting, can be an early indicator of discomfort and may suggest a risk of later pain) Given these criteria, research suggests there are three main options for how you can sit well at a desk. Each option has different pros and cons, and is suitable for different tasks. Option 1: upright sitting This is probably the posture you think of as good posture. The defining feature of this option is that the trunk is upright. A key component of upright sitting is that the feet can comfortably rest on a surface, whether the floor or a footstool. This position also makes it easy to adjust posture within the chair (fidget) and change posture to get out of the chair. It’s also important the arms hang down from the shoulders vertically with elbows by the trunk, unless the forearms are supported on the work surface. Holding unsupported arms forward requires the muscles connecting the shoulder and neck to work harder. This often results in muscle fatigue and discomfort. The head should be looking straight ahead or a little downwards. Looking upwards would increase tension in the neck and likely lead to discomfort. This posture is useful for common office tasks such as working on a desktop computer.

04.01.2022 COVID-19 has presented us with an unprecedented challenge. Australians are being asked to take measures that we’ve never had to before things like cancelling travel, not going to concerts and general social distancing. You may be wondering how this affects your physiotherapy treatment. We at Leeming and Jandakot Physiotherapy Centres continue to offer quality care for our patients. There are many things we are doing as professionals to minimise risk of exposure through r...igorous hygiene practices and patient screening to keep you and our staff safe. So, you are welcome to come in for your treatment, subject to our screening processes. However, if you are in self-isolation or would prefer to minimise contact in any way, we will soon be offering consultations via Telehealth. Telehealth uses digital technology that’s readily available on your computer or phone to receive treatment from our physio. Stay safe and well. The Team at Leeming and Jandakot Physiotherapy Centres

01.01.2022 Physiotherapy helping childrens brains as well as their bodies Article by: Nicole Madigan | Published: 08-02-2018 Physical activity in children has been linked to improved scholastic performance, following two separate studies conducted to analyse the impact of exercise in children and youth....Continue reading

01.01.2022 Recent research suggests excellent outcomes for rotator cuff shoulder injuries with physiotherapy. Strengthening and stretching exercise combined with progresses modified activity can see a good return to sport and work with few residual symptoms. Tears of the rotator cuff are common and occur in about 22% of the population even without obvious symptoms.