Does Shockwave Therapy Work for Achilles Tendinopathy? What the Latest Research Says

  • 05 Sep
  • by David Dall'Alba, Exercise Physiologist

Does shockwave therapy work for Achilles tendinopathy? We review the latest research, explain the difference between real and sham treatments, and discuss why exercise remains the foundation of Achilles tendon rehabilitation.

Speed, Power and Performance: Understanding Rectus Femoris Strains in Football (Soccer)

  • 10 Jul
  • by Justin So

Learn why rectus femoris strains occur in football, how training load and physical capacity influence injury risk, and how physiotherapy can support a safe return to sport.

Gut Health and Chronic Low Back Pain

  • 03 Jul
  • by Justin So

Learn about gut health and chronic low back pain, including how there is emerging research revealing a link between the two.

Those with chronic back pain have been found to have increased inflammation and less diverse gut microbiome.

Dry Needling – Is It Safe to Use Needles Around the Thorax

  • 30 Jun
  • by Justin So

Learn about thoracic dry needling safety, including how our Cairns Physiotherapists safely treat upper and mid-back pain near the lungs, the risks involved, and the clinical safeguards used to reduce complications.

Living Well With Persistent Pain: The Role of Occupational Therapy

  • 09 Jun
  • by Lucy Ruttiman, Pain Management Occupational Therapist

Lucy explains how occupational therapy can support people living with chronic pain, using pain science education, graded motor imagery and pain reprocessing therapy to build confidence, reduce fear, and return to meaningful daily activities.

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

  • 23 Mar
  • by Allie McGrath, Registered Psychologist

Traditionally, ADHD has been associated with hyperactive young boys, leading to a gender gap in diagnosis and treatment. This delayed recognition often results in untreated symptoms, increasing the likelihood of comorbid conditions such as anxiety, depression, and eating disorders.

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