Spectrum Healthcare in North Ryde | Physical therapist

Spectrum Healthcare

Locality: North Ryde

Phone: +61 2 9889 3344

Address: 124A Epping Rd Suite 6A 2113 North Ryde, NSW, Australia

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

Likes: 672

Add/Update information

Reviews

Tags

• Medical and health
• Medical centre
• Physical therapist
• Chiropractor

24.01.2022 Did you know that our chiropractic treatments consist of hands on massage? A common misconception is that chiropractic treatments are just cracking! #chiropractor #northryde #macquariepark

24.01.2022 Does lifting weights for exercise lead to an increased risk of pelvic organ prolapse? Studies show that women who lifted heavy weights had a significantly lower prevalence of prolapse symptoms This goes to suggest that heavy lifting is not associated with an increased risk of pelvic organ prolapse, as traditionally thought. If you have been experiencing pelvic discomfort or pain during exercise, please visit Spectrum Healthcare online or call us on 9889 3344 to book an appointment with Kaitlin

23.01.2022 This exercise focuses on single leg balance on an unstable surface. It is one of the best ways to improve and challenge the ankles stability This is an important part of ankle rehabilitation post-injury, before returning to sport!

22.01.2022 Did you know that all shoulder exercises target your rotator cuff muscles? This exercise is using the rotator cuff muscle group to stabilise the shoulder

22.01.2022 Our core creates a strong, stable base of which our limbs can move A great way to train the core is the dead bug exercise To start, gently tighten around the core and pelvic floor to keep the trunk still as you move your limbs This exercise is great as there are lots of variations. Here, Kaitlin is demonstrating some equipment free options ... Watch to make sure youre not holding your breath or rocking your hips and arching your back off the floor as you move!

22.01.2022 Adhesive capsulitis (commonly known as frozen shoulder) presents with pain and restricted range of motion There are 3 stages (freezing, frozen and thawing). Research suggests that treatment is the most effective during the freezing stage If you suspect you may have frozen shoulder, call reception today on 9889 3344

22.01.2022 Patient Photo of the week: @iamwac in for his weekly session on the Game Ready Boots!

22.01.2022 DRY NEEDLING The purpose of dry needling is to help release trigger points, restore function and improve flexibility in these tissues All of Spectrum Healthcares Chiros & Physios are dry needling trained. If you could benefit from this, give us a call!

21.01.2022 Do you get a tight upper-mid back? A great way to stretch it out at home is with the Quadruped Thoracic Stretch, as Matthew is demonstrating in this video

21.01.2022 Whiplash is a specific type of neck strain following a sudden rapid forward and backward movement of the neck and head, following an accident Treatment helps relieve the soft tissue damage. If this could benefit you, dont hesitate to call reception on 9889 3344 #whiplash

20.01.2022 Soft tissue massage is one of the first things we do as practitioners post ankle sprain It helps increase blood flow, flush out toxins and release the tissue surrounding the injury

18.01.2022 As we age, we tend to lose muscle mass and our sense of balance, which can lead to falls and loss of mobility One of the easiest ways to safely challenge your mobility at home is your kitchen bench & doing high knee marches. It is the perfect height to hold onto if youre feeling unsteady, and if it becomes easy you can hover your hand over the bench

17.01.2022 Banded crab walks are a great way to warm up muscles of the glute. By using a theraband, it enhances glute recruitment, therefore increasing lateral chain stability

17.01.2022 Dry needling of neck muscles can be helpful in decreasing pain and tightness This can be useful for headache suffers and post whiplash neck related pain

17.01.2022 Dry needling of the upper traps is beneficial to everyone! Especially those who sit at a desk all day or have just gotten back into exercise. This helps reduce neck and shoulder pain If you look closely, you can see the muscles twitching in response to the needle

17.01.2022 R U OK? Day is today, and Spectrum Healthcare thinks that is it so important to have a dedicated day, reminding us to ask this simple but important question. As practitioners, we treat not only the physical side of injuries, but we see the mental effect it has too. When asking family, friends and colleagues this question and someone says that they arent ok, listen to them without judgement and encourage positivity. Check out the @ruokday resources on their website and Instagram

17.01.2022 The @desmotec_official is an isoinertial training device that provides load to a movement through a weighted adjusted spindle This system gives continuous and alternating eccentric load in response to the velocity of movement. The force plates are useful to evaluate your load distribution and quality of movement throughout any movement such as a squat

16.01.2022 RUNNERS KNEE (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome) Despite the long name, the term PFPS essentially refers to irritation of the joint behind the knee cap Hence leading to pain in activities that involve bending or loading the knee If you are experiencing knee pain, come in for an assessment with any one of our practitioners!

16.01.2022 This is a great exercise for those in the early-mid stages of a post shoulder dislocation. It helps with strength and stability of the shoulder joint

16.01.2022 Who doesnt love dry needles on a Monday morning?! Here, Simon is needling the infraspinatus, one of the rotator cuff muscles in the shoulder that externally rotates the arm and stabilises the shoulder joint

15.01.2022 Exercise during pregnancy is both recommended and encouraged Regular physical activity plays a crucial role in enhancing the health and wellbeing of both mum and bub If you are in need of some help with exercises and programs, please get in touch with our womens health physio, Kaitlin. If you wish to book, give us a call on 9889 3344

13.01.2022 Did you know that the Tibialis Posterior is an important muscle in your everyday life? This muscle is often neglected in ankle rehabilitation For this exercise, strength is not the key, it is all about control

13.01.2022 The Spectrum crew had a great time celebrating our Early Christmas Party last night

13.01.2022 Do you love or hate deep tissue massage in your calves? This is a very effective form of treatment, as it helps increase blood flow and decrease tightness

13.01.2022 A common knee presentation seen in the clinic are fat pad impingements The fat pad is located beneath the knee cap and can get inflamed causing discomfort and swelling around the knee In situations where forces are directed at the patella, it acts as a shock absorber, thus protecting the underlying structures. ... Which knee is showing inflammation in this photo?

12.01.2022 Following on from yesterdays post regarding fat pad impingements, this is an exercise that helps control the knee into extension (straightening the knee) The benefit of this exercise is working on balance and control at the same time!

12.01.2022 Sore back? Sore neck? Headaches? Consider a Chiro! Did you know up to 90% of the population experience back pain at some time in their life and an estimated 16% of the population currently have back problems?!

11.01.2022 Have you or your loved one had a fall or surgery recently and cannot leave your house, but still need treatment? We have good news for you! Our experienced physios can come to you If you are interested in this service, or have any questions, feel free to give us a call on 9889 3344 or email any enquires to [email protected]

11.01.2022 Our corporate partners, ASICS, have created this great initiative and knowing a lot of you are keen runners, why not sign up today?

09.01.2022 The purpose of dry needling is to get a local twitch response, which will release muscle tension and increase flexibility

09.01.2022 Massage appointments with Darren are filling quickly for this Saturday Call reception for an appointment on 9889 3344

07.01.2022 Patient photo of the week: @iamwac in for his regular needling treatment last week

07.01.2022 At Spectrum Healthcare, we focus on providing hands on chiropractic treatment This involves the use of soft tissue, dry needling, exercise prescription and if necessary the selective use of adjustments! If this could benefit you, call reception to book today

07.01.2022 Following on from yesterdays post about glute recruitment, remember that releasing tension in muscles is very important! When muscles have trigger points and tightness, they are more likely to act out and not activate as they should

06.01.2022 Acute ankle sprains Our first goal as practitioners is to help reduce the swelling to help regain range of motion in the ankle joint A few ways that we do this are through massage, acupuncture and using the @gamereadyofficial. This is to assist in reducing inflammation

06.01.2022 THE GAME READY KNEE WRAP This is an awesome piece of equipment for knee injuries. It goes up to 45 degrees Celsius and down to 3 degrees Celsius

06.01.2022 Patient photo of the week: Katherine’s treatment with Damien last week Make sure you tag us in your photos if you’re in!

05.01.2022 Another helpful tool to help aid recovery post-injury is the Med4Elite Game Ready machine This machine goes down to 3 degrees Celsius and up to 45 degrees Celsius, helping to flush those muscles and reduce swelling

05.01.2022 Did you know WHO recommends muscle strengthening activities on 2 or more days of the week for the elderly? At home, you can use a water bottle of 500mL, which makes it a 0.5kg weight. Here, Kaitlin is performing bicep curls, shoulder press and lateral raises

05.01.2022 Monday morning needles Did you know that dry needling helps increase mobility, flexibility and range of motion?

02.01.2022 Falls are the number one cause for injuries in the elderly, resulting in hip fractures, head injuries, cuts and bruises Physiotherapists can implement an exercise program which incorporates balance and mobility. This will help instil confidence and prevent future falls If this could benefit you or your loved ones, give us a call on 9889 3344 today

02.01.2022 An easy but effective exercise to increase strength in your gastrocnemius and soleus (calves) are calf raises Make sure your feet remain straight during this exercise and you track over your big toe

01.01.2022 Those who experience headaches and neck pain may have reduced range of motion and lack of proprioception This exercise will help increase cervical proprioception (the ability to sense where the head is in space) it particularly targets the postural muscles while developing key motor skills that affect everyday tasks

01.01.2022 Conditions that respond to chiropractic treatment include headache and migraine management, postural correction, neck pain, disc issues and many more!

01.01.2022 For patients that are Post-ACL surgery, learning to decelerate and change direction are important parts of returning to sport Here is a drill that Simon is teaching his post-operative knee patients