By Emily Waugh, Physiotherapist When was the last time you thought about your grip strength? For most people, the answer is probably “never”, unless you’ve struggled to open a stubborn jar or carry the shopping. But what if we told you that your grip strength can tell us much more than how strong your hands
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By Selina Rebello, Physiotherapist It’s been just over a year since I joined the team at FOCUS Physio & Co, and the growth I’ve experienced as a physiotherapist in that time has been incredible. But let’s start at the beginning. How did I end up here? As a teenager, I played a lot of netball
By Elka Cruz, Exercise Physiologist Have you ever reached the end of the day and wondered where the time went and what you actually did? Between the chaos of getting the kids to where they need to be, work, emails, meetings, shopping and every other task needing to be done, you somehow managed to keep
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By Emily Waugh, Principal Physiotherapist | APA Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of the bones in the joints deteriorates over time, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. OA commonly
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Sore, stiff hands can quietly start interfering with everyday life. Opening jars becomes frustrating. Writing feels harder. Typing, cooking, gardening or knitting might leave your hands aching. Hand osteoarthritis is common, especially as we get older. While it’s a long-term condition, that doesn’t mean you’re stuck with worsening pain or losing function. With the right
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The return to sport and pre-season training is an exciting time, but it’s also when we see the highest number of preventable sports injuries. Whether you’re getting back into local football, netball, cricket, soccer, running, or gym training, how you return to sport matters. Rushing back after a break or increasing training too quickly can
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The end of December has a funny way of slowing us down just enough to hear ourselves think. It’s that gentle pause between what was and what’s next. A chance to look at where your body is at, what it’s been whispering (or shouting) at you all year, and how you actually want to feel
If your child tumbles more than they walk, this one’s for you. (If you would rather watch/listen than read, this link is for you.) At Focus Physio & Co, we see a lot of gymnasts, from little pocket rockets to elite-level athletes – and the one thing they all have in common? They really don’t
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As a physiotherapy and exercise physiology practice, we’re passionate about helping our patients improve their physical well-being and achieve long-term health. This blog will guide you through some simple yet effective ways to make the most of the holidays and set realistic health resolutions to keep you on track in the New Year. Reflecting on
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Are you someone who relies heavily on your body to be at it’s best in order to do your work tasks? Maybe you are a farmer, horticulturist, Warehouse worker, truck driver, tradie. You get the gist. Do you keep ignoring that niggling pain in your ankle? Maybe your knee is swollen and sore but you
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