HEALTH BLOG
HEALTH BLOG
Welcome to our health blog! Find regularly updated information about the clinic, tips for staying healthy, and pain prevention help.
The Best Exercises & Tips to Avoid Text Neck and Neck Pain
Whether you are a 10yr old child playing on an iPad, a student on social media on their phone, or a lawyer working long hours in the office, people are all feeling the pinch of bad posture. Text neck was previously used as a casual reference to those sitting on their...
60 Seconds with our new Physio Zak!
We’ve been lucky enough to have Zak Wolstenholme join us as a Physiotherapist at SPHC. Zak graduated from Australian Catholic University in 2022 and has been working on the Gold Coast since then. He will initially work Tuesday to Saturday at SPHC and you can book...
Dark Chocolate and Raspberry Mousse Cake
I’m sure you’ve heard the saying ‘the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach’ , but I have to say this applies to women also! Who can resist this delicious mouse cake, baked with love, just in time for Valentine’s day?! Enjoy. Dark Chocolate and Raspberry Mousse...
The Benefits of Pregnancy Pilates
Have you been considering Pilates but aren’t sure if it’s safe to do when pregnant? Well Pilates is one of the most highly recommended forms of exercise for those that are pregnant or have recently had their baby. Specialist pilates instructors, often...
Australia Day Recipe – Aussie Meat Pies
Nothing spells Australia better than a meat pie! Impress your family with some fresh, home made meat pies for Australia day. Aussie Meat Pies Serves - 6 Cook Time - 1hr 35mins Ingredients - 1 1/2 cup (225g) plain flour100 gram cold butter, chopped coarsely1 egg1...
What is Dance Physiotherapy and How can it Help?
Dance, especially ballet, is a very specialised sport. Therefore, when a dancer gets injured they need specific treatment. Dancers' bodies are under immense pressure from the rigorous training and performance demands required. Therefore they need to be extremely...
Stretches and Exercises to Reduce Lower Back Pain
When the lower back suffers an injury, it can be extremely painful and frustrating. According to a 2020 study, lower back pain is the world’s most common cause of absence from work and it’s most common disability. Acute sufferers can suffer pain for up to 3 weeks,...
Christmas Recipe – Seafood Platter
Celebrate Christmas in style with a beautiful fresh Seafood Platter! With oysters, king prawns, smoked salmon, served with Romesco seafood sauce, prosciutto, breadcrumbs and chilli mango salsa, this one will be a hit with all your family and friends. Seafood Platter...
Healthy Gift Ideas for your Mind and Body
Self care is all about taking the time to do things that help you live well. It is one of the most important ways we can protect our physical, mental and emotional health, especially in more recent times, with stress and anxiety levels on the increase. To help your...
How Massage is beneficial for Anxiety and Stress
Massage is well known as a form of physical therapy. It can reduce muscle tension, improve mobility and flexibility of your joints, assist with recovery of soft tissue injuries, and also increase relaxation. But can it help with anxiety or stress? In short, yes it...