Lifecare Essendon Physiotherapy

We’re sending a huge shoutout to our very own physio Christian Inglese and South Melbourne FC on their game today.
⚽ Good Luck in the NPL Victoria Grand Final, Christian Inglese! ⚽

GAME DAY!

South fans, it's Grand Final day! Today, we face Oakleigh Cannons at The Home of the Matildas, La Trobe, Bundoora.

A huge crowd is expected, and we'd love to see as many of you as possible supporting the boys!

Save time at the gate and pre-purchase tickets at ftbl.vc/NPL24Tickets

Kick off is at 6pm.

See our new Clinical Exercise group timetable - https://mailchi.mp/fe5c73f0c648/alice-dacey-returns-to-lifecare-essendon-physiotherapy-13541046

$35 physio consultations -

$35 physio consultations

It's IDAHOBIT day or, for those unfamiliar, 'International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia'. Here at Lifecare Essendon we not only accept but celebrate differences and have physiotherapists that able to provide safe and inclusive care. Below are some comments and pledges from our staff.

You might have seen that Matilda’s star Sam Kerr ruptured her ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) at a training camp recently. Your ACL is a ligament in your knee that is a core stabiliser which works by limiting how far forward the femur can move compared to the tibia. Rupturing an ACL is a common, and often career-ending sports injury for professional and amateur athletes alike. It is usually a non-contact injury occurring during a sudden change of direction. In terms of treatment, most people opt for surgery to repair their ACL using a tendon graft from either their hamstring or patella tendon. However, some people have synthetic grafts or grafts from a donor.

Recently, more and more people are opting for a non-surgical route. Australian researchers, developed the ‘Cross Bracing Protocol’ to be used with certain types of tears. It is thought that bracing the knee at 90 degrees and progressively straightening it over 12 weeks may allow the ACL to repair itself. This is radically different from the primarily operative approach that we are all so used to. However, regardless of which intervention you choose, physiotherapy is what gets you back to doing what you love.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37316199/ #:~:text=Conclusion%3A%20After%20management%20of%20acute,needed%20to%20inform%20clinical%20practice.

LAST DAY TOMORROW, $30 physio consultations -

LAST DAY TOMORROW, $30 physio consultations

$30 physio consultations

$30 physio consultations -

$30 physio consultations

3 treatment days left for $30 physio consults with our supervised Latrobe Masters Physio sessions.
Call 93370000 now or miss out!

We are proud of our physiotherapist Holly Shuttleworth for their outstanding achievement of receiving an award for contribution to the physiotherapy profession. Holly received this award for driving the creation of the APA’s new LGBTQIA+ advisory group 🌈

We are experiencing disruptions with phone, internet services and EFTPOS. If you have had difficulties getting in contact with us via phone or email for the last week please try again, book online or send an email. We will get back to you.

We are working with our provider to get things back on track as quickly as possible!😀

Neck Pain
And the importance of active movement.
Our bodies are predominantly made up of water.
And the good old saying "Motion is Lotion" has some truths in it.

Find out more how you can deal with your neck pain.

Book an appointment with one of our qualified physiotherapist to assess, treat and manage your pains.

lifecare.com.au/clinic/lifecare-essendon/
1/767 Mt Alexander Rd
Moonee Ponds VIC 3039
Phone: 9337 0000
Email: [email protected]

https://www.lifecare.com.au/blog/improving-neck-pain-through-movement-and-posture/

Improving neck pain through movement and posture | Lifecare If you’ve ever experienced neck pain, you soon realise the importance of this complex yet vital structure in your day to day life. The pain can be

Bed rest? That's a big no no.
Modern research has shown that active movement and exercise leads to a faster recovery.

Find out more in this great article written by Eric Coleman from Lifecare Prahran.
https://www.lifecare.com.au/blog/what-is-low-back-pain/

Book an appointment with one of our qualified physiotherapist to assess, treat and manage your pains.

lifecare.com.au/clinic/lifecare-essendon/
1/767 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039
Phone: 9337 0000
Email: [email protected]

What is low back pain | Lifecare Authored by Eric Coleman at Lifecare Prahran Back pain is such a common condition that it is actually the leading cause of disability worldwide. People’s

The Truth about Osteoarthritis

A summarised but detailed blog regarding the truths of osteoarthritis written by physiotherapist Olivia Clarke.

If you have any concerns regarding osteoarthritis,
Book an appointment with one of our qualified physiotherapist to assess, treat and manage your symptoms

lifecare.com.au/clinic/lifecare-essendon/
1/767 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039
Phone: 9337 0000
Email: [email protected]

https://www.lifecare.com.au/blog/the-truth-about-osteoarthritis/

The Truth About Osteoarthritis | Lifecare We all know someone who suffers from arthritis, hence it won’t come as a surprise when we say that osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis.

5 Lunge variations to keep you active at home!
Benefits of lunging
◾ Improves lower body strength
◾ Improves balance
◾ Improves lower body flexibility

Consult your physiotherapist if you have any aches or pains before commencing these exercises

https://www.lifecare.com.au/blog/reducing-the-need-for-surgery/

Knee Pain

◾Are they painful when you are running?

◾Do you have pain climbing up and down stairs?

◾Do your knees hurt when you stand up after watching a movie?

If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, and are wondering why? Click on the link.

The very knowledgable Ghislene Goh, Physiotherapist at LifeCare Cockburn wrote a nice little regarding knee pain.

If you have any knee pain, it is critical to determine the cause and management plan that is individualised to your specific experience.

Book an appointment with one of our qualified physiotherapist to assess, treat and manage your pains.

lifecare.com.au/clinic/lifecare-essendon/
1/767 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039
Phone: 9337 0000
Email: [email protected]

https://www.lifecare.com.au/blog/patellofemoral-pain-syndrome-aka-runners-knee-what-is-it/

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome AKA Runner’s Knee – What Is It? | Lifecare Runner’s knee (otherwise known as Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome) got its nickname for a good reason; it’s common amongst runners.

Working from Home
Some love it. Some hate it. Each have their differences, pros and cons. But one thing may remain similar.
Prolonged sitting!

Prolonged sitting(or standing) may be affecting you one way or another.

It may contribute to your aches and pains.

"It is my job. I have to sit""
Yes, it is. But we might be able to find some strategies for you to mitigate the prolonged time in one position.

Click on the blog for some good and general tips to overcome long times at the desk.

Book an appointment with one of our qualified physiotherapist to assess, treat and manage your pains.

lifecare.com.au/clinic/lifecare-essendon/
1/767 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039
Phone: 9337 0000
Email: [email protected]

https://www.lifecare.com.au/resources/ergonomics-and-sitting-at-a-desk/

Ergonomics And Sitting At A Desk | Lifecare One of the biggest Health Issues we face today is the amount we sit at desks and use computers. Not only does it affect Adults, but increasingly Kids are having problems as a result of poor sitting habits.

Weekend Warrior

How can you prepare yourself for your first(And not last!) run in a long time?

Read this informative blog on some tips and tricks to prepare yourself.

Book an appointment with one of our qualified physiotherapist to help you get ready for your run, or assess, treat and manage any of your pains.

lifecare.com.au/clinic/lifecare-essendon/
1/767 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039
Phone: 9337 0000
Email: [email protected]

https://www.lifecare.com.au/resources/common-overuse-injuries-weekend-warriors/

Neck pain and headaches

Many of our head and facial nerves are connected with our neck joints. So it is not surprising to see headaches accompanied with neck pain. But headaches(just like neck pain) can be due to various reasons.
Identifying those reasons is a real art and science.

Book an appointment with one of our qualified physiotherapist to assess, treat and manage your pains.

lifecare.com.au/clinic/lifecare-essendon/
1/767 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039
Phone: 9337 0000
Email: [email protected]

https://www.lifecare.com.au/resources/cervical-headaches/

Cervical Headaches | Lifecare Cervical headaches are one of the types of headaches people experience and between 15-20% of all headaches are thought be cervical in origin.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
You were diagnosed with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. And your physio has given you a pretty good explanation of what it is. But it was a long day, bit of an information overload and you were just too focused on honing that perfect exercise technique.

Fear not. This little blog briefly describes what Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is.

Book an appointment with one of our qualified physiotherapist to assess, treat and manage your pains.

lifecare.com.au/clinic/lifecare-essendon/
1/767 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039
Phone: 9337 0000
Email: [email protected]

https://www.lifecare.com.au/resources/carpal-tunnel/

Carpal Tunnel | Lifecare WHAT IS IT? The carpal tunnel is a tunnel between the wrist bones and the flexor retinaculum (a band of connective tissue). Through this tunnel passes the majority of the tendons of the hand, vessels and the median nerve.

Lifecare Essendon Physiotherapy updated their business hours.

Driving, a pain in the neck.
Who loves driving long hours, in the cold, with rain and heavy traffic? No one. Add to the list of prolonged sitting, and you have yourself a big list of things you don't want.
Whilst lifting and hard labour may be perceived as being higher risk to injury, truck driving, or prolonged sitting may just be as bad.

Click on the link to find out more!

Book an appointment with one of our qualified physiotherapist to assess, treat and manage your pains.

lifecare.com.au/clinic/lifecare-essendon/
1/767 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039
Phone: 9337 0000
Email: [email protected]

https://www.lifecare.com.au/resources/can-driving-be-a-pain-in-the-neck/

Can Driving Be A Pain In The Neck? | Lifecare What’s the worse job for back and neck pain; TRUCK DRIVING. This may surprise many people who thought that jobs involving lifting or hard labour would be the worse. The problems with truck driving, in particular long distance truck driving are a combination of the worse things for your back. The w...

Benefits of exercising as we get older?

◾️Reduces the risk of developing dementia (significantly more so than ‘mental activity’ such as crosswords or Sudoku).
◾️Improves balance and bone mineral density, reducing the risk of fractures.
◾️Reduces the risk of falls and injuries from falls such as fractured hips and other bones.
◾️Maintains mobility and delays the requirements of a walking aid as we age.
◾️Maintains muscle strength for daily tasks
◾️Helps manage stress, improves mood and helps manage feelings of depression.
◾️Helps to regulate sleep...

and more! See a short summary of benefits in the blog.

Talk to your GP or book an appointment with one of our qualified physiotherapist to assess and help establish an exercise program that is tailored to your needs

lifecare.com.au/clinic/lifecare-essendon/
1/767 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039
Phone: 9337 0000
Email: [email protected]

https://www.lifecare.com.au/resources/why-should-i-exercise-as-i-get-older/

Why Should I Exercise As I Get Older? | Lifecare Exercise is the single best thing you can do for your health!

Why do joints click?
Are my joints out of place and needs to be put back in?
Does my spine need to be realigned?
The hard answer is No
So why do joints make noise?
Air pressure- It is like when you try to open a new jar of pickles, and have to use a knife to jam inside the lid, releasing pressure, it creates a noise. A very similar phenomenon happens when health practitioners "manipulate"your joints.
But why does it feel so good?
Click on the article and find out more!

Book an appointment with one of our qualified physiotherapist to assess, treat and manage your pains.

lifecare.com.au/clinic/lifecare-essendon/
1/767 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039
Phone: 9337 0000
Email: [email protected]

https://www.lifecare.com.au/resources/why-do-joints-click/

Why Do Joints Click | Lifecare Manipulation of joints has been used as a treatment for back and neck pain for hundreds of years. Yet, most people do not understand what actually happens with a manipulation and how this affects joints.

Shoulder Pain
We use our arms everyday
Not only is it painful, but it affects our ability to be active in our sports, our social lives, our daily activities and negatively impact our quality of life.
But it doesn't have to stay this way.

Shoulder pain can be managed by a physiotherapist using variety of treatment techniques such as exercise prescription, manual therapy and education.

Book an appointment with one of our qualified physiotherapist to assess, treat and manage your pains.

lifecare.com.au/clinic/lifecare-essendon/
1/767 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039
Phone: 9337 0000
Email: [email protected]

https://www.lifecare.com.au/resources/shoulder-pain/

Shoulder Pain | Lifecare What is it? Shoulder pain can present as discomfort experienced in the joint itself, into the top of the arm or down to the elbow