“You’re So Flexible!” — Why Hypermobility Is More Than Just a Party Trick
Ever been the person who can bend their thumb back toward their wrist and gross everyone out? Or maybe you’ve spent your whole life being told: “You’re soooo flexible!” For plenty of people, that’s exactly what it is — flexibility. No pain. No problems. Just a cool party trick. But for others, being hypermobile can […]
Knee Pain? Should We Be Looking at Your Hips and Feet?
If your knee hurts, treating the knee makes sense… right? Well, yes. But it might not be the whole story. Your knee sits between two pretty important areas: Your hip above it and your foot and ankle below it. Every time you walk, run, squat, jump or change direction, all three areas need to work […]
How Fighting Fit Physiotherapy Treats Neck Pain — Not Just With Massage
Neck pain is common. Temporary relief isn’t enough. Neck pain is one of the top three problems we see in clinic, alongside back and shoulder pain. And honestly, it’s not surprising. Modern life has us spending hours: Sitting at a desk Driving Looking down at our phones Slouching on the couch Training or working in […]
Concussion in Kids: Why “They Seem Fine” Doesn’t Always Mean They’re Fine
Kyle WellsKyle Wells is a Physiotherapist at Fighting Fit Physio. He has a special interest in arthritis, neck pain and tendinopathy. Just to name a few. Kyle loves cross fit and has an exceptional eye for technique and performing exercise correctly. He use exercise to improve patient results and get them moving better for the […]
Addressing Vestibular Dysfunction in Concussion
Had a head knock and not feeling like yourself? Maybe you’re: A bit dizzy Off balance Struggling to focus Not as steady or coordinated as usual You’re not imagining it — and you’re definitely not alone. Concussions are common, but often misunderstood. And one of the biggest things people don’t realise? 👉 Your balance system […]
Concussion: Dealing With It The Right Way At The Right Time!
Had a knock to the head?Head clash. Tackle. Fall. Car accident. Whiplash. If you’ve suffered a recent concussion — this is a must read. Because when it comes to concussion management, timing matters. Handled properly and early? Recovery can be smooth and structured. Ignored, rushed, or mismanaged? Symptoms can drag on for weeks… or months. […]
Lower Back Pain: Can It Be The Hips?
When your hips aren’t pulling their weight, your lower back cops the extra load. What if your back pain isn’t just a “back” issue? At Fighting Fit Physiotherapy, low back pain is one of the top reasons people walk through our doors. But here’s the curveball most people don’t see coming: the real issue might […]
Concussion Rehabilitation for Athletes: How physio plays a vital role in return to sport following a head injury
Returning an athlete to sporting competition after a concussion involves careful consideration and planning around the unique demands of the athlete’s sport and the individual presentation. At FightingFit Physiotherapy we play an active role in this process from day 0 (yep the onset of injury) to ensure a comprehensive plan is in place from […]
More Than Just a Sprain
Why That “Minor” Ankle Roll Deserves a Second Look Rolled your ankle playing footy? Landed awkwardly off a curb? Happens all the time, on the field and in everyday life. Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries we see in clinic. But here’s the kicker: just because it’s common doesn’t mean it’s no […]
Moving Through The Pain: Why resting too much can actually make chronic back pain worse!
Think Rest is best? Think Again! We get it — when your back hurts, your instinct is to stop, lie down, and hope it goes away. But when low back pain lingers for weeks or months, too much rest can actually fuel the fire rather than fix the problem. Let’s break down why movement (yes, […]