by Deborah Hunter | Sep 4, 2023 | Balance & Flexibility
Falls are serious business Falls often represent a foreshadow of declining strength and health. While anyone is susceptible to experiencing an occasional trip or slip, people above 60 years of age are statistically at a greater risk of falling. And falls are even more...
by Deborah Hunter | Dec 19, 2022 | Balance & Flexibility
Posture and back pain Posture plays an integral role in back health. It is the position of your body while standing, sitting, and moving. Good posture is the optimal alignment of your body, with a balance between the supporting muscles and ligaments. Conversely, when...
by Deborah Hunter | Dec 14, 2020 | Balance & Flexibility
The gluteal muscles are an important part of the body and critical to keep strong for optimal function and movement. They are the buttock muscles and the main muscle group involved in extending your hip. Strong gluteal muscles help your balance and are one of the...
by Deborah Hunter | Nov 3, 2020 | Balance & Flexibility
Falls are a major health problem for many older Australians. Approximately 30% of adults more than 65 years of age will experience at least one fall per year. While many falls go undocumented because there is no apparent trauma, others result in a fractured hip,...
by Deborah Hunter | Aug 10, 2020 | Balance & Flexibility
This is our second blog looking at the steps you can take to look after yourself to ensure you can enjoy those times being around your grandchildren without fear of injury. If you’ve missed it check out last week’s blog for tips on dealing with babies and...
by Deborah Hunter | Jun 30, 2020 | Balance & Flexibility
Balance is the even distribution of your body weight, enabling you to remain upright and steady. Often, we don’t appreciate our balance until it deteriorates. Maintaining good balance helps you to move more easily and is important for many common activities such as...
