Ankle Sprain – What Does it Mean?
Ever experience an ankle sprain and been a bit unsure about what that actually means and what is involved in the recovery process? At Bodyworks, we see a fair share…
Getting Back In The Game Following A Below-Knee Amputation
An amputation is the surgical removal of a limb or part thereof. Below-knee amputations can occur for a variety of reasons including but not limited to trauma if the limb…
Laser Therapy For Breastfeeding Mothers
Are you experiencing pain and discomfort while breastfeeding? Have you considered Laser Therapy? Breastfeeding can be a difficult, and time-consuming task. Approximately 80% of new mums will experience some sort…
Pregnancy Related Pelvic Girdle Pain (PRPGP)
Pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain (PRPGP) is a condition that effects a vast majority of women during the antenatal timeframe. Recent statistics have revealed that up to 84% of women…
Exercise and Immune Function
The benefits of exercise extend past that of stronger muscles, increased bone density, and decreased risk of lifestyle-related disease. Exercise is also a wonderful way to improve your immune function…
Autumn Pilates Fitness Challenge
Autumn Pilates Fitness Challenge Get Fit with Pilates and Have A Chance To Win a Deluxe King stay at Crown Towers, Perth Making Pilates part of your weekly routine can…
Diabetes Management and Prevention
Diabetes Mellitus is a group of metabolic diseases characterised by elevated blood glucose levels due to decreased insulin secretion or sensitivity. Sustained high levels of blood glucose increases risk for…
Scoliosis for GPs & Allied Health Professionals
** Due to Covid-19 precautions this will now be hosted as a Zoom Meeting** As part of Bodyworks Subiaco and Perth Scoliosis Clinic Community Outreach Program for 2020, Lisa Zorzi,…
Arthritis and Exercise
Arthritis is a chronic condition affecting synovial joints. Swelling, changes in joint structure and pain are all associated with arthritis. There are many forms of arthritis, however, Osteoarthritis (OA) and…
Ligament Sprains
What’s a Ligament Sprain? Ligaments are short bands of connective tissue that hold bones together to help form a joint. You have many ligaments all over your body and surrounding…
Muscle Strain
What is muscle? Muscle is soft tissue that has the ability to contract, producing movement or the ability to maintain certain positions of your body. There are three types of…
Osteoporosis
An adult has about 206 bones in their body that makes up their skeleton. Bones provide attachment sites for tendons and muscles that allow us to remain upright and move…
Plantar Fasciopathy
About Plantar fasciopathy involves the thick band of connective tissue that creates and supports the arch of your foot. It is one of the most common causes of heel pain.…
Top Nutrition Tips For The Holiday Season
With Christmas and New Years just around the corner sometimes the excitement can be overshadowed by the fear of having to battle the festive season bulge. Good Nutrition and a…
Acute vs Chronic Injury – What’s the difference?
Acute vs Chronic Injury – What’s the Difference? An injury can affect your ability to work, play and perform tasks needed during your everyday life. Injuries can be classified under…
STOTT PILATES – Intensive Reformer Course – 19th July to 10th August 2019
STOTT PILATES® Intensive Reformer Intensive Reformer is conducted over 4 weekends. Building on your industry knowledge it teaches you to design and lead the Level 1 Essential and Intermediate STOTT…
Winter Challenge
Keep on track this Winter with some healthy competition @ Bodyworks Subiaco. Winter Challenge: 60 days over 10 Weeks to a fitter healthier body and mind. Open to all…
Top Nutrition Tips for the Holiday Season
With Christmas and New Years just around the corner sometimes the excitement can be overshadowed by the fear of having to battle the festive season bulge. Good Nutrition and a…
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is the one of the most common causes of anterior knee pain. PFPS is characterised by poor tracking of the knee cap…
Shin Splints
Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS), mostly commonly known to us as “Shin Splints” is a lower leg condition experienced by both high and low-level runners or athletes who are active…