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Developmental Delay
What to do if you have concerns about your baby’s developmental milestones Often parents are the first to notice that their child might not be...
Stronger bones for osteoporosis
Stronger bones for osteoporosisStrength training class for prevention of osteoporosis Are you looking to improve your bone density, muscle strength,...
Why does my baby’s head look flat?
What is plagiocephaly? Plagiocephaly refers to a misshapen, flat or asymmetrical head shape. It is not uncommon for newborns to have “unusually”...
Osgood Schlatters
Is your child experiencing knee pain that seems to be worse when you’re exercising and having fun? They may be experiencing Osgood Schlatter's (OSD)...
Physio for children with developmental coordination disorder (DCD)
What to do when running around and having fun isn’t easy? Developmental coordination disorder (DCD) affects children’s coordination, balance, and...
Why should I begin weight training and where do I start
Why start Weight training? Strength is needed in our day-to-day life. Building full body muscle strength can make these activities feel that bit...
Physio for children with autism – why it’s important?
Motor challenges for Autistic children Receiving an ASD (autism spectrum disorder) diagnosis can be overwhelming, and it can be difficult to know...
How can I resolve my running injury AND keep running?
How do you feel when you can’t run? If you are reading this you have probably fallen victim to injury and niggles at some point along your running...
Hacks for eating more fruit and vegetables
Many people have heard of the ‘5 and 2’ diet, made popular by British doctor and journalist Michael Mosley but few remember the original ‘5 and 2’;...
Exercising during Pregnancy
Over 80% of women during pregnancy will experience pelvic girdle and or lower back pain. Given the right exercises, we can help reduce this number...
How to return safely to your gym/exercise routine
Are you just as excited as we are that gyms and studios are re-opening their doors? If so, have you thought about how your body will respond after...
What does good posture look like?
Your spine is not straight but rather has 3 curves when viewed from the side. Telling yourself to “stand up straight” is not often helpful....