Walking in a winter wonderland

2 years ago

How to keep up (or start) walking for health and pleasure when it’s cold outdoors It’s not quite winter yet,…

Walk like an Egyptian

2 years ago

DYK for many years it was believed that ancient Egyptian pharaohs Amenhotep (Amenophis) II, Ramses II ("The Great"), and his…

Planning to become a parent

2 years ago

There comes a time in many people’s lives when the desire/hope/dream of becoming a parent takes hold. This is an…

Caring for the carer

2 years ago

NB: This article refers to unpaid or informal carers - people who provide care to those who need it within…

A physio’s perspective: Ankylosing spondylitis

2 years ago

In recognition of World Ankylosing Spondylitis Day on Saturday 6 May, Andrew Zhang, a rheumatology physiotherapist, has written this blog.…

Embracing life with Perthes’ disease

2 years ago

A journey of overcoming challenges and finding opportunities Written by Tim Allen. Living with Perthes’ disease has presented numerous challenges,…

Riddle me this…

2 years ago

What do Lucille Ball, Kathleen Turner, Caroline Wozniacki, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Edith Piaf, James Coburn and more than 450,000 Aussies have in…

5 reasons to see your Dr about pain

2 years ago

Chronic (or persistent) pain is a common and complex problem affecting 1 in 5 Australians aged 45 and over.(1) Dealing…

The power of a good nap

2 years ago

And how to do it right “Let’s begin by taking a smallish nap or two.” – Winnie the Pooh Ever…

Strength training

2 years ago

It’s 6.30am, and I’m at the gym. There’s the waft of sanitiser and sweat in the air. I’m wearing Lycra,…