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GLP-1 WEIGHT-LOSS MEDICATIONS: WHY EXERCISE AND STRENGTH MATTER
Highlighting the importance of establishing sustainable physical activity and exercise habits that can continue beyond medication use
HEADACHES – Should I See a Physiotherapist for My Headaches?
Short answer:Most likely, yes!
Long answer: There are many causes of headaches, including cervicogenic headaches, migraines, temporomandibular (jaw-related) headaches and tension headaches, to name a few. Many of these can be effectively treated with physiotherapy
GROWING PAINS? How to help your child understand what their body is saying
The pain itself is only half the story; The other half is the conversation about how your child talks about their pain, how you talk about their pain, and how those conversations shape their understanding of what’s happening in their body
DISTANCE RUNNING
Hi, I’m Mel Logan, a sports physiotherapist and running coach. While I mainly work with elite sprinters and hurdlers, over the past three years I’ve noticed a rise in significant injuries among recreational distance runners
PLAGIOCEPHALY UPDATE 2026
Flat heads, cute babies, calm physios and why everyone’s algorithm needs to relax
12 LESSONS LEARNT FROM THE CROSS BRACE PROTOCOL (SO FAR)
After rupturing my ACL in December, I chose to undertake a novel approach to ACL rehab and elect for a bracing protocol known as the Cross Brace Protocol (CBP) to attempt to heal my injury without surgery.
IS YOUR HIP OR KNEE SAD? WELCOME TO GLA:D®!
GLA:D® is a structured program for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis that combines education with guided exercise
STAYING FIT WITHOUT TOUCHING THE PAVEMENT!
Nobody enjoys being injured, especially runners! Every runner knows the frustration of being sidelined with an injury.
HAMSTRING INJURY PREVENTION
Hamstring injuries are one of the most common sporting injuries, accounting for 10–26% of all acute injuries, and have one of the highest total time loss injuries across all sports due to high recurrence rates.
KEEP KIDS MOVING: WHY PHYSIOTHERAPY SHOULDN’T BE A LUXURY
What is the role of paediatric physiotherapy in the NDIS? Physiotherapy is more than just exercises—it’s freedom in movement, confidence in play, and dignity in independence.
IS YOUR CHILD OVERTRAINING? WHAT EVERY PARENT NEEDS TO KNOW
Overtraining is one of the biggest risks I see working with young athletes and if not managed can have detrimental and long-lasting consequences.
HOW FASCIA-NATING! REDUCE PAIN AND TIGHTNESS WITH MYOFASCIAL RELEASE
Myofascial release aims to reduce tightness and restore normal movement by applying sustained, gentle pressure to release tension, improve blood flow, and encourage healing.
EMPOWERING PERFORMANCE & REHABILITATION WITH VALD TECHNOLOGY
VALD technology is a collection of advanced assessment tools that provide real-time, objective data to guide your treatment and improve physical performance.
COMMON FRACTURES OF THE ANKLE AND FOOT
Ankle fractures, or broken ankles, are common and occur when one or more of the bones in the ankle joint are broken. These bones are the tibia (shin bone), fibula (outer ankle bone) and talus.
MAXIMISING YOUR RECOVERY: THE POWER OF PHYSIOTHERAPY BEFORE AND AFTER SURGERY
Pre-surgery physiotherapy strengthens muscles, reduces complications and shortens recovery time. Backed by research, our personalised physiotherapy plans help you heal better and regain function faster.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PHYSIO
Ever wondered what it’s really like to be a physio or what goes on behind the scenes at Shellharbour Physio? I'm here to give some insight into the day of a physio.
NEW AUSTRALIAN STANDARDS FOR ARTHRITIC KNEES MEAN YOU PROBABLY WON’T BE GOING UNDER THE KNIFE
In August 2024, the Osteoarthritis of the Knee Clinical Care Standard was revised meaning you probably won’t be going under the knife.
RISKY BUSINESS
Risky play is exciting and thrilling play that involve the potential risk of injury. Here's how and why us as parents can relax our thoughts on these “risky” behaviours.
PARIS OLYMPICS 2024
Join me as I share my firsthand experiences from the Paris Olympics. From the initial overwhelming moments in the village to the excitement of race day.