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What On Earth Is Your Fascia and Why Does it Hurt So Much?

What Is Fascia?

What is fascia and what does it do? This is the second piece in our Anatomy Class series. If you missed learning about ligaments and how they are like the seatbelt in your car you can check that one out too. In the series we will take you through all the interesting tissues which make …

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forget spiky ball massage for your feet and heel pain do this instead

Forget Spiky Ball Massage This Is How A Podiatrist Treats Heel Pain

Hey you with a sore heel, have you read online that you need to use a spiky ball massage technique? Hardy little devils, spiky balls come in a variety of shapes and sizes and are a mainstay of wellness blogs. There’s also plenty of health professionals, not just podiatrists but physiotherapists, chiropractors and osteopaths too …

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pain and sleep questionnaire with lady restless in bed

Pain and Sleep

You need both pain and sleep to survive. Pain is a signal of bodily harm that motivates you to do something about it. You sleep to maintain homeostasis and optimise all bodily functions. Pain can influence sleep, and sleep can influence pain. Can you recall the time when back pain or arthritic pain kept you …

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hikers with well fitting backpacks trekking through tasmania

Hikers here’s how to fit your backpack so you won’t ruin your trek

Fellow hikers, here’s how you fit your backpack and choose the right one for you. There’s nothing worse than being in too much pain to enjoy your trek. Get your backpack right and you’re halfway to having a wonderful experience. If you love to hike, explore the great outdoors and get in touch with nature, …

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