Posted by Eqphysio
on 27 March 2020
Equilibrium Physiotherapy will remain to be open to provide care to our patients as we continue to sincerely value the health and well being of our employees, patients and community. To further protect patients, staff and the community, the following measures will be implemented.
- Requesting patients to wear a mask (we strongly appreciate if patients could bring their own, if you are unable to we will provide one for you)
- Spacing patient appointments to minimise the number o...
Posted by Eqphysio
on 19 March 2020
Equilibrium Physiotherapy sincerely values the health and wellbeing of our employees, patients and community.
We are currently open as usual, however as this is a constantly evolving situation, we are regularly trying to keep up to date with the advice and precautions recommended by our government and health authorities.
What are we doing for you?
- Providing hand sanitizer
- There will be no more than 10 people in the clinic at any one time
- Providing hospital grade disinf...
Posted by Eqphysio
on 28 February 2020
 "Pregnancy-Related Pelvic Pain")
Many women experience pain in the pelvic joints during or after pregnancy. Pelvic joint pain may occur because of:
Changes to your posture and physique
Increased pressure on your pelvis due to the growth of your baby
An increase in pregnancy related hormones (relaxin) which soften the ligaments that support the pelvis
These changes place increased strain on the pelvic joints, making them painful. Approximately 20% of pregnant woman experience pelvic pain du...
Posted by Eqphysio
on 13 February 2020
 "Achilles Tendinopathy")
Achilles tendinopathy is a common injury seen in sports involving running and jumping. It is an overuse injury of the Achilles Tendon.
Where and what is the Achilles Tendon?
The Achilles tendon is a large tendon at the back of the lower leg, just above the heel bone. It attaches the two calf muscles (gastrocnemius and soleus) to the heel bone (calcaneus). Its function is to "push off" during walking and running and enable us to rise up onto our tiptoes.
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Posted by Eqphysio
on 6 February 2020
 "Tennis Elbow")
You'll often hear of people being diagnosed with Tennis Elbow but what exactly is it?
Tennis Elbow or Lateral Epicondylitis is an injury to the muscles of the wrist and forearm that attach to the lateral epicondyle, a bony bump on the outside of the elbow. It is a condition usually associated with overuse and is not necessarily tennis related!
What are the Symptoms?
Pain on the outside of the elbow which may radiate down towards the forearm and wrist.
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