Mouvaire, Melbourne, VIC Videos

A great variation of the hip flexor stretch for those that don’t like loading through their knees in tradition 1/2 kneeling positions. Place a foam roller under your pelvis while lying on your back. Let your hips sink into the roller, feeling a deep stretch in the front of your hips. Hold for 30 secs to release tension and improve flexibility. #PhysioTips #FoamRolling #physio #Clinicalpilates #stkildaphysio

One of our studio crowd favourites is always the mermaid. But not many of us have a reformer at home to replicate this juicy stretch. But we have you covered! Try in a seated is standing position. There may be other versions depending on your capabilities so always ask your health care provider for options! Enjoy. #physio #physiotherapy #performancemedicine #stretching #mermaid #spine #clinicalpilates #pilates

Part 2: my top self care travel tips. Happy travel 🧳 ✈️ Featuring @loopearplugs . Last few tips here (don’t forget to see part 1). #traveler #travel #selfcare #physiotherapy #sleep #physiotherapy

Part 1: My top self care travel tips. Featuring @rollcorkco . Stay tuned for part 2 (wish they made longer feel options 🙄) #travel #selfcare #physio #physiotherapy #travelcare #exercise #physiotherapy

👣🦶🏼Foot Care for performers 🦶🏼👣. Hey Performers! Taking care of your feet is essential for maintaining peak performance and preventing discomfort. Today, we’re diving into the world of Toe Spacers – your secret weapon for happy and healthy feet! 💃🦶 🌟 1. Relieve Pressure: Toe spacers help alleviate pressure on your toes caused by hours of dancing. They gently separate your toes, allowing them to relax and reducing the risk of painful blisters and calluses. 🌈 2. Enhance Alignment: Proper toe alignment is crucial for maintaining balance and preventing injuries. Toe spacers encourage your toes to sit in their natural positions, contributing to overall foot alignment. 🌿 3. After-Rehearsal Ritual: After a long dance session, treat your feet to some TLC! Pop on your favorite toe spacers and let your toes unwind. This can help prevent tightness and discomfort, making your post-dance recovery smoother. 📚 4. Choose the Right Size: Just like dance shoes, the right fit matters. Opt for toe spacers that match the size of your toes. Too loose won’t provide the desired separation, while too tight might cause discomfort. 💧 5. Hygiene First: Keep your toe spacers clean by washing them regularly. This prevents the buildup of sweat and bacteria, ensuring your feet stay healthy and odor-free. 🧦 6. Pair with Proper Footwear: Maximize the benefits of your toe spacers by pairing them with well-fitted dance shoes. The combo of toe spacers and supportive footwear can work wonders for your foot comfort. #footcare #performingartsphysio #physio #feet #physiotherapy #dancersfeet #dancer #performer

Elbows!!! For my bendy people out there. 💪🏼🙋‍♀️ Hypermobile elbows are a result of having joints that can move beyond their normal range of motion. It’s a fascinating condition that not everyone has, and I feel lucky to have this interesting feature. While it may look impressive, hypermobility does come with its challenges. It can sometimes lead to joint instability and increased susceptibility to injury. Often as hyper mobile individuals. We use this to our advantage and rest into the joint but this can put undue stress on the joint and structures. This little tip of unloading the elbow joint while loaded is simple but can be affective. Seek out allied health guidance for any specific advice or care. #hypermobility #uniqueelbows #physio #physiotherapy #circus #acrobat #dancer #strength #performancemedicine

Seeking relief from discogenic back pain? These are a few of favourite exercises. (Please seek advice prior to attempting these as prescription may vary depending on your specific situation). Let’s dive in on just a few of our top exercises: 1. Prone press ups or cobras - keep hips grounded and push firmly through your palms. Aim for 10-15 reps several times per day.2. Single leg prone hip ext - try to keep hips engaged into floor. Only lift as far as able - even a few mm is fine. Aim for 10-20 reps. 3. Double leg hip extension- this is much more aggressive and again only prescribed by your practitioner of choice. Small movement is best. 10 reps. 4. Bridges - an oldie and a goodie. Aim for 10-20 reps several times per day. 5. Standing back extensions- feeling stiff when you get up after sitting? Try this for 5-10 reps before you get moving. Remember, always listen to your body and perform these exercises within your pain tolerance and as advised by your therapist. Discs love to move. Don’t let discogenic back pain limit your daily activities.

🎵 Enhancing Performance with Anterior Neck Stretches! 🎤🎸Calling all musicians and vocalists! Take a moment to prioritize your neck health and optimize your performance with these incredible anterior neck stretches. Let's dive in! 💪🎶Neck Extensions: As you rock out on stage or belt out powerful vocals, your neck extensor muscles play a vital role. Stretching the anterior neck muscles, such as the scalenes and platysma, helps maintain flexibility and prevent performance-related stiffness. 🎤🔥Remember, a well-cared-for neck means better control, range, and endurance in your musical endeavors. Prioritize these stretches to unleash your full potential! 🌟🎵Share this reel with your fellow musicians and vocalists, and let's support each other on our musical journeys. Tag #NeckHealthForMusicians to join the movement! 📸🎶Stay in tune, stay inspired! 🎧💚#NeckStretches #MusicianLife #VocalistVibes #FlexibilityForPerformance #MusicalJourney #SelfCareMatters #physiotherapy

Wrist and elbow rehab fun. Years ago I was given this tool by my occupational therapist when I was having elbow issues. I learned to enjoy using it .. eventually 🙄😂. And lucky for my clients I’ve pulled this gyro ball out of the archives for some wrist and elbow rehab work. Probably the hardest but is getting the rhythm going but then is just a fun game of keep up the spin! Have you ever tried the Gyro Ball? #wristexercises #elbowpain #tenniselbow #physio #rehab #pain #physiotherapy #wristpain #lateralelbowpain

Median elbow pain - a few rehab ideas to treat that pesky medial elbow pain. As always seek health advice from your allied health practitioner.