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Integrative Physical Therapy World Gym Burleigh Heads

Locality: Gold Coast, Queensland

Address: World Gym, Shop 1 Burleigh Town Central 77/149 West Burleigh Road Burleigh Heads 4220 Gold Coast, QLD, Australia

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25.01.2022 Hey guys, We have one session free tomorrow at 12.30pm. If you or anyone you know would like to book in PM me asap! Dan

24.01.2022 Repost from Erik Dalton. With the popularity of smartphones, cervical spondylosis is becoming more and more common among young people. The aim of this study was to investigate the association between excessive smartphone use and cervical disc degeneration in young patients suffering from chronic neck pain...thoughts on this controversial topic anyone? A total of 2438 young patients suffering from chronic neck pain were included into this study. All patients underwent the Mag...netic Resonance Imaging (MRI) examination of the cervical spine. The degree of cervical disc degeneration, the dependent variable, was evaluated by Cervical Disc Degeneration Scale (CDDS) which was developed from Pfirrmann classification. Smartphone use, the primary independent variable, was assessed by Smartphone Addiction Scale (SAS). RESULTS In all, 52.9% patients were categorized as smartphone overuse. Patients with overuse of smartphones had higher CDDS scores than those who did not use smartphone excessively. CONCLUSIONS The results indicate that cervical disc degeneration may be associated with excessive smartphone use, such use may lead to cervical spondylosis. https://www.journaloforthopaedicscience.com//S094/abstract #myotherapy #injuryprevention #flexibility #strengthandconditioning #physicaltherapy #physicalpreparation #massage #sportsmassage #neckpain

24.01.2022 Currently halfway through a book called "Trigger Point Dry Needling." Discusses how systemic illnesses, metabolic and nutritional disorders influence trigger points and tissue tone. Reiterates the inhibition that occurs due to trigger points and the stress this created on adjacent sarcomeres reducing blood flow, oxygen and lowering the PH level of the trigger point. Also suggests dry needling has a similar physiological response to flexibility training, allowing fibroblasts t...o remodel without stretching the skin so in turn would be a powerful tool to partner with flexibility training. In English- Training creates tension, and tension creates inhibition. Muscle fibres in the surrounding area then have to work harder to compensate for the tension imbalance. This is very important if you are a competitive athlete. Regular soft tissue manipulation, whether massage, needling, rolling and flexibility training act to reduce tension and improve blood flow and oxygen to working muscles which would transfer to bringing further balance to optimal joint positions under load. Add in balancing the agonist/ antagonist relationship to reduce reciprocal inhibition, and you have a recipe for success. This gives further reasoning as to why professional athletes respond well to high volume soft tissue work. Usain Bolt would have it done twice a day pre and post-training as he knew what worked for his body. Once you stop learning, you start dying- Albert Einstein. #dryneedling #physicaltherapy #massagetherapy #sportsmassage #physicalpreparation #strengthandconditioning #myotherapy #injuryprevention

23.01.2022 Just a reminder Brad our Sports Massage Therapist will be doing 5-10 minute warm up treatments in the stretching area from 5.30pm on Monday evening. If you'd like to jump in for a complimentary tune up before you pump some iron come in and meet Brad! He will get you moving better

22.01.2022 Sportpromassage has a new remedial therapist! Welcome to the team Brad Schulz! Brad will be starting with us at our Burleigh location on the 29th of June and will be available Mondays. A little about Brad.. After numerous soft tissue injuries from being physically active Brad directed his studies towards Remedial Massage looking for answers to why and how injuries occur. Brad completed his Cert 4 in massage then carried on to complete a Diploma in Remedial Massage. ... Since working in the industry, Brad has had the privilege of working at the Gold Coast Marathon, body builders, numerous athletes ranging across several sports, and general population looking for a good tune up. Brad has a strong focus towards Sports Massage using deep tissue techniques, myofascial release, trigger point therapy and PNF techniques. Brad believes in addressing the cause rather than the symptom using a range of orthopaedic tests and assessment methods, soft tissue work and exercise prescription. To book in with Brad call 0433832194. We have a special introductory price of $60 for 1 hour sports massages. Private health rebates are available.

22.01.2022 Last July a client, unfortunately, had a shoulder reconstruction due to an old football injury. We were lucky enough to start rehabilitation months before surgery and post-surgery in late August the surgeon was impressed by his range and cleared us for external loading at the six-month mark. Vertical pushing was introduced around the eight-months in, and now back into full contact without a niggle insight. We were able to accelerate the process by understanding the training ...imbalance that allowed it to occur in the first place. With a few extra months added to the SPP, this season is looking good. The evidence is in the transfer. #physicalpreparation #rehabilitation #strengthandconditioning #myotherapy #physicaltherapy #sportsmassage #flexibility #injuryprevention #massage

22.01.2022 Having a regular massage is great for boosting performance, injury prevention and maintaining a healthy body. 4x mr Olympia, Phil Heath is a strong advocate for massage in his off season and especially leading up to an event. Have a listen to what he has to say on the subject... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7gYUyUqCvFM

21.01.2022 The real reason why people must squat differently. A great article which explains why people will squat differently taking into account torsion angles and angle of inclination of the femur and the shape of the acetabulum. ... http://www.theptdc.com//why-people-must-have-different-sq/ See more

21.01.2022 Herniated discs are unfortunately common in training due to imbalances in length, tension, joint stability and technique. Take note when these two "gurus" mention how repetitive spinal flexion acts on the discs. Then reflect on lifting technique in the deadlift and squat and how rounding of the lower back could set you up for injury long term. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jrWpNq1uBq4

21.01.2022 The exercise or muscle group trained first in the week or workout receives the most focus. The exercise or muscle group trained last in the workout receives the least focus. Most will train their strengths earlier in the week or workout leaving lagging body parts till last and in time imbalances occur resulting in impingements and potential irreversible damage. This rule applies to all physical qualities including flexibility, strength, speed and endurance. Balancing all 4 physical qualities and maintaining ideal ratios in lines of movement is paramount to performing at your best no matter what discipline you choose to compete in or whether you train for general fitness. Take care of your body, it's the only place you have to live- Jim Rohn https://youtu.be/s1pmrJhwbeQ

20.01.2022 By the time the body is telling you it needs soft tissue and injury prevention work, the damage has already begun. Pain creates inflammation, and inflammation creates muscle inhibition. When muscles become inhibited, the dysfunction will present as weakness. As you work through the pain doing the same thing and expecting a different result, the mechanics of the joint and kinetic chain will become altered, creating a cascade of effects throughout the body. Learn to listen to your body to prevent irreversible damage from occurring. Prevention is better than a cure. #physicaltherapy #sportsmassage #injuryprevention #physicalpreparation #myotherapy #rehabilitation #strengthandconditioning #6again @ World Gym Burleigh

18.01.2022 Well done everyone who ran today in the GC Marathon! Brad has 3 spots left available for tomorrow, so if your feeling sore and in need of a recovery massage give him a call on 0433 832 194. Only $60 for your first introductory session with Hicaps available!

18.01.2022 A client sent through an update of their progress from our recent programming. They were quite happy with the results considering this was the first repeat in the set. The entire program, including flexibility, strength and soft tissue, is individualised to the client's needs. Unfortunately, it's rare to come across due to the attention to detail required, but when done, the progressions are unreal. We expect a solid performance next competitive season. #flexibility #injuryprevention #physicaltherapy #physicalpreparation #myotherapy #strengthandconditioning #massage #sportsmassage

18.01.2022 Pre-training/ injury prevention tools I use on a regular basis. All relatively cheap except the @armaidco but well worth the investment if you're a physical therapist or in a sport that requires grip strength. You can go to a high-end commercial sports store and pay $40 for 2 balls that have the word "trigger point" on them or you can buy a baseball off Ebay for $5-$10. A softer training ball would also suit the job well. I've seen massage balls up to $70. Great marketing. I ...use 2 balls, one softer and one harder for various areas. The softer red ball I think I got out of a cheap cricket set years ago. It serves me well. The peanut I find extremely helpful for my thoracic due to work and the stretch band is a must-have. The foam roller, $12, $40-$170 if you go to a high-end commercial sports store. Keep it simple. Take care of your body, its the only place you have to live- Jim Rohn #massage #injuryprevention #flexibility #sportsmassage #myotherapy #physicaltherapy #physicalpreparation

18.01.2022 If you do walking lunges check out this for a laugh! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pT-zzDKMg7I

17.01.2022 Brad our Sports Massage Therapist will be doing 5-10 minute warm up treatments in the stretching area from 8am on Saturday morning. If you'd like to jump in for a complimentary tune up before you pump some iron come in and meet Brad! He will get you moving better Call Brad on 0433832194 for bookings.

16.01.2022 Looking forward to watching @demsey.mckean fight for the WBO Asia Pacific and IBF Intercontinental titles tomorrow night. Thanks for making me look like a midget mate. Add another KO to the record #physicalpreparation #myotherapy #massage #sportsmassage #physicaltherapy #injuryprevention #boxing

16.01.2022 Should I stretch before or after training? Stretching after has the following disadvantages: 1. You fail to receive the benefits of pre-training stretching, which include but are not limited to increased joint gap therefore reduced joint wear, reduced compression of nerves, better blood supply, and less pain.... http://kingsportsint.blogspot.com.au//should-i-stretch-bef

15.01.2022 Flexibility is often overlooked when starting a training program or participating in sport. Lets face it, stretching is no where near as fun as lifting weights or going for a run. Your lack of flexibility could be holding you back from your potential or worse, it could lead to injury. Here is an example. A bodybuilder will find it tough to perform a full depth squat whilst retaining good form when the hip is tight and restricted. A full squat requires full range of motion a...t the hip which is around 120 degrees. When you are restricted you compromise your posture, putting excess load on the lumbar spine and knee joints. Whilst there are plenty of other causes that may be restricting your mobility such as joint capsule damage, arthritis etc, short tight muscles are very common amongst amateur and professional athletes. The good news is, it is pretty easy to take control of the situation and with massage and regular stretching you can be squatting like a pro in no time reducing the risk of an annoying injury. To book in with Brad our new Sports Massage Therapist phone 0433832194. Only $60 for your first 1 hour session!

15.01.2022 Popular trends today have influenced people to foam roll aiming to increase joint range with the perception the stimulus will act as an ideal warm up. While this may at times decrease tension, the transfer to increasing range of motion in training is significantly short lived. You will note most will roll out their lumbar and mid thoracic thinking they are stretching their back, although this is quite flawed unless other areas of the body are addressed. The point of flexibil...Continue reading

14.01.2022 Before and after photos from our session today with Grant Pieterse. This guy has some serious wheels and looks jacked after some soft tissue work to get the blood pumping

12.01.2022 A common imbalance that occurs in a high percentage of the population is lower cross syndrome. The imbalance can develop due to maintaining a seated position for long periods of time, whether career or lifestyle choices are at play, or from training imbalances. Vladamir Janda was first to note the term in 1979. (About Dr. Janda 2010) Lower cross syndrome refers to tightness in the thoracolumbar extensors which then crosses with tightness of the iliopsoas and rectus femoris...Continue reading

11.01.2022 Everybody loves a good set of abs right? Not only do they look great, a healthy strong set of abdominals is a necessity for maintaining correct posture and reducing the risk of injury. Abdominals are surprisingly neglected in a lot of people's workout routines by either leaving them until last or leaving them out all together. Well there is no excuse now! Below is an article from strength training master Ian King about the importance of abdominal training and includes a simp...le routine to follow. https://www.t-nation.com/training/awesome-abs-1

10.01.2022 Are you tackling the gold coast marathon this weekend? Why not reward yourself with a massage. A post race massage is the perfect tool to speed up your recovery. To book a treatment, call Brad on 0433 832 194. $60 for 1hr, health fund rebates available

10.01.2022 If you compete as an athlete, body builder or train for the love of it, injuries can be extremely frustrating. Most at some point have lifted outside their technical ability and felt sharp pain or neural tension. How many of you have let it go hoping it would get better on its own? Some will get away with it, but in most cases the dysfunction will become exacerbated and progressively get worse without treatment. Generally if you attend to the problem quickly you can be back ...to normal within a few treatments. Unfortunately the longer you leave an injury the longer it can take to heal. Take care of your body, it's the only place you have to live- Jim Rohn Brad.

10.01.2022 A client who recently competed in the Usaka Barbell Australia League Final achieved his best numbers to rank no.1 in the country in the 69kg weight division. Very impression outcome considering he is in his first year of competing. A considerable amount of soft tissue work has been done over the last year and programming to correct training imbalances. Some of the programming consists of 30-40 minutes of static flexibility, abdominal and gluteal work before training and as a... result squats 207kg, snatches 110kg and clean and jerks 137kg. Not a bad effort for a 69kg lifter. He states he has better range and ability to lift from pre-training stretching despite mainstream training influences and what the "latest research" tends to say. Congrats to Coach Linzey Beister for the impressive work he's doing at the Gold Coast Weightlifting Club. Brandon Wakeling is now one step closer to qualifying for the Commonwealth Games. Well done mate, very well deserved.

06.01.2022 Last couple of years Ive come across questionable opinions stating theres no evidence behind soft tissue work assisting in injury prevention and rehabilitation of injuries to the point therapists no longer use it. Pretty interesting perspectives. A few months ago I read a book called the Charlie Francis Training System. Francis was Ben Johnsons Coach, the famous Canadian Sprinter who broke the 87 and 88 World Records which ended in a controversial twist. Johnson would rec...eive soft tissue work pre and post-training along with a recovery session in the evenings. Three times per day. The physical therapist would do 30-40 contact hours per week of soft tissue work at times for the entire team. Francis developed athletes who won 9 Olympic medals and set 32 world records. Francis knew what worked. Flicking through Usain Bolts Autobiography Faster than Lightning he too would also get pre and post-training soft tissue work. The fastest men in the world knew what was right for their bodies. #massage #physiotherapy #strengthandconditioning #sport #physicalpreparation #sportmassage #myotherapy #athletics @ World Gym Burleigh

05.01.2022 A repost from earlier in the year that's worth sinking your eyes into. Bench pressing or horizontal pushing movements dominate prioritisation in the training week with the understanding that lat pull downs or vertical pulling balance this. Where does this leave rows or horizontal pulling? If you experience shoulder pain when pressing, can't lift your arms above your head without pain or you have rounded shoulders and upper back this article is for you. Lifting is not as simpl...e as just picking up weights and throwing them around.... "there is this misdirected belief that chin ups or similar (vertical pulling) are the same as horizontal pulling, and work equally to provide the push-pull ratio with benching. What a load of trash! In fact the two most common major muscle shortenings around the shoulder are tight chest and tight lats!!! In fairness, I think people only reach this conclusion as a defense after they realize that there are significant limitations in their program design. Hey, bite the bullet and get over with it if not for your own sake, for the sake of the people you influence. After all, which upper body exercises dominate in priority in many strength programs? Bench and chins. Great exercises, but when do you see rowing prioritized? Its got to be done if you want balance!" http://www.kingsports.net/article/horizontalpulling.htm

04.01.2022 Imbalances between quad dominant and hip dominant movements in training can cause significant issues including knee pain, hip pain and lower back pain. The most common imbalance I see is the hamstring curl balancing out the squat or lunge. Keeping things simple if you're doing 4 quad compound exercises, you should be doing 4 hamstring compound exercises. Performing 3-4 quad exercises and only performing a lying hamstring curl thinking it will strengthen the entire attachment ...and balance out the quad dominant movements is a recipe for disaster long term. It's lower back suicide. You may not think much about it now but the cracks will show when knee, hip and lower back issues start to arise and you watch your hard earn gains disappear while you rehab your injury. Below is are examples of how to create balance between quad dominant no hip dominant exercises.

03.01.2022 The reverse hyperextension is an exercise popularized by American Strength coach Louie Simmons that dates back as far as the 1950s. With the focus directly on hip extension, it allows for the development of the glutes and hamstrings without loading the spine inappropriately. If you struggle with glute recruitment, try stretching the quads and hip flexors to reduce the inhibition that will occur when the hip flexors are dominant, then perform isometric holds at the top before ...commencing reps. In a video I recently watched, Louie mentions he does reverse hypers pre and post all leg days. The great point about this exercise is it's not a fad. Variations of the exercise have been around for close to 70 years, and it's stood the test of time. #physicalpreparation #strengthandconditioning #myotherapy #massage #flexibility #glutes #physicaltherapy #injuryprevention

02.01.2022 Lateral raises are generally always performed in the frontal plane increasing unwanted tension on the anterior shoulder capsule and increasing impingement of the supraspinatus. Aim to perform lateral raises in the scapular plane where the shoulder moves most efficient. This will limit impingement, allowing the greater tuberosity of the humerus to clear the AC and minimise wear and tear on the supraspinatus. Increasing the length of internal rotators including pectoralis major, subscapularis, latissimus dorsi, anterior deltoid and teres major and increasing the strength of the external rotators including infraspinatus and teres minor will also allow the shoulder to function optimally limiting impingement not only during lateral raises but other lines of movement also.

01.01.2022 If you've done work with me you'll understand I prescribe a high amount of horizontal pulling movements, being rows and variations in rehabilitation and programming. In this article, Ian breaks down the row into 6 stages which will aid in strengthening the scapulothoracic joint and eliminating any cheat movements you may perform. It is by far one of the best articles I've come across in some time. If you suffer from poor scapula control, consistent tight upper traps or cheat every time you row you need to read this article. https://www.t-nation.com/training/row-to-grow

01.01.2022 Injuries are inevitable- probably some of the best humour I've seen on the topic. Do injuries just occur or is training a major contributor? https://www.youtube.com/watch

01.01.2022 If you have used a foam roller before, chances are you have rolled it over your ITB. This is a commonly misunderstood topic which I'll shed some light on. The Iliotibial Band is a piece of thick connective tissue which helps to stabilise the knee. It has very little elasticity if any at all. Foam rolling over the ITB might feel nice in a sadistic kind of way but it is probably not doing a great deal to release the tension. Connecting to the ITB at the hip is gluteus maximus ...and tensor fasciae latae (TFL) When these muscles get tight they can tension the ITB which may cause pain around the outside of your knee. A lot of the time TFL gets tight because it is compensating for a weak, under active glute medius. Rather than rolling the ITB with a foam roller, soft tissue massage and stretching of the gluteals and TFL would be much more beneficial. If pain persists, some corrective exercises and strengthening should get the gluteals firing properly again. To book in with Brad our new Sports Massage Therapist phone 0433832194. Only $60 for your first 1 hour session!

01.01.2022 Lower body imbalances that have presented of late, mostly stem back to lower cross syndrome. Mainstream training influences have most training in a quad dominant manner, leaving abdominals, posterior chain work, and flexibility till last in training and at times non-existent. As training imbalances occur, we will progress through 5 stages. Subconscious pain- at this level you won't be aware of any problems, although muscles will begin to become inhibited. For instance, you w...ill find it difficult to fire your gluteals and your lower back or hamstrings will begin to overcompensate. Conscious pain- Discomfort will begin to arise, but like most you'll ignore it. At this stage, you believe training is the be all and end all still. Higher level pain- By this stage, you probably shouldn't be training, degeneration and inflammation will be occurring. People will still train through this, taking anti-inflammatories which allow you to train pain-free to a point. Once the drugs wear off things are worse off than before. Immobilized or bed ridden- At this stage you are pushed out of the gym, probably haven't taken on the guidance that was passed onto you, or you haven't tried to address the cause along the way. Bye bye gains. Surgery- Irreversible damage occurs that requires surgical intervention. By the time you get to this point the damage is done but could have been prevented by addressing the injury in the earlier stages. Injuries relating to this imbalance include lower back pain relating to herniated discs, radiculopathy, facet joint pain and spinal injuries. Hip injuries including bursitis, labral tears and impingements, hamstring tears, knees injuries including ACL tears and meniscus issues. The list goes on and is quite extensive. Albert Einstein said the definition of insanity is doing something over and over again and expecting the same result. For injuries to be corrected through training we must readdress our approach to training. Listen to your bodies whispers before it screams. 1- Ian King . (2003). Out of Kilter 3, end needless knee pain.. Available: http://www.kingsports.net//Articles/tmag/OutofKilter-Part3. Last accessed 2/9/16. http://www.muscleimbalancesyndromes.com//lower-crossed-sy/

01.01.2022 Thoracic extension issues can contribute to a range of upper back, shoulder and neck issues which commonly occur from imbalances in training methods and poor lifestyle habits. Some key ways to avoid dysfunction in these areas is regular thoracic extension work on a foam roller or use a rolled-up towel and regular stretching of the pecs, lats and upper traps. Implementing these simple drills will aid in avoiding injury and pain. Remember, prevention is better than a cure. Imp...lement this into your daily routine and before training: Thoracic extension work 3-5 minutes Upper trap stretch 2-3x 30-60 seconds Overhead lat stretch 2-3 sets x 30-60 seconds Pec stretch with arm at 90 degrees 2-3 sets x 30-60 seconds Enjoy!