More exciting developments at CQ Physio Group with qualified vestibular physiotherapist offering assessment and treatment of patients experiencing dizziness, disequilibrium and vertigo. Until now there been no specialised vestibular rehabilitation service available in the region and so often patients have been battling these symptoms with medication only. Vestibular rehabilitation is an effective form of therapy for reducing the effect of these problems and allowing individuals to regain their independence. Call our friendly receptionists should you wish to book an appointment on 4922 2722 Read more
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Believe it or not you CAN have a healthy Christmas
Christmas is the time of year when we all get to relax and have fun with our family and friends. It is also the time of year we generally associate with over indulgence. The average Australian gains 2-3kg over the Christmas period! So how can you get through this time of year without going backwards on your journey to your weight loss goal?
– It’s important to set realistic goals over the Christmas period. I wouldn’t recommend trying to lose weight over this time, but rather …aim to maintain your current weight. Everyone wants to be able to go to Christmas events/functions and partake to an extent, so losing weight during these few weeks is probably not too realistic and could un-motivate you and set you back long term.
– Avoid going hungry to parties/functions. Make sure to consume a light, nutritious snack before leaving, which will reduce your chances of overdoing the high calorie party food. Examples of snacks include a tub of low fat yogurt or reduced fat cheese and tomatoes on a couple of vita-weats
– Plan! Take a healthy platter or meal to parties/functions – one which you know you can consume without guilt! Examples include vegetable sticks and dips (hommus, avocado, yogurt based dips) or a nutritious salad
– Watch your portion sizes! It is really easy to overfill your plate, and consume more than needed. Perhaps use an entrée sized plate rather than a normal sized dinner plate. This will give the illusion that you are eating more than you actually are!
– Eat slowly. Chewing your food thoroughly will help slow the eating process and will give your brain a chance to keep up with your stomach and tell you when you are full. It will also optimise the digestion and absorption of the food being eaten.
– Be mindful of alcohol – drinking alcohol may add to the enjoyment of your festive events, however over consumption can lead to weight gain, as alcohol is empty calories, is nutrient poor and will only add to your kilojoule intake. In addition, it can also result in you making poorer dietary choices
Enjoy in moderation! At the end of the day Christmas is an annual event which is meant to be enjoyed with friends and family. Choose a day and meal which you want to treat yourself, and enjoy it! Just don’t make this a daily habit!
Top Quality Physiotherapy Practice
CQ Physio Group has been recognised for the quality and safety of their service with the award of accreditation by Quality Innovation Performance (QIP).
QIP is Australia’s most comprehensive not-for-profit accreditation organisation, dedicated to delivering accreditation and support services to a diverse range of organisations including physiotherapy practices, diagnostic imaging services, dental practices and community services. Read more
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis
What is De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis?
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis is a painful condition that affects two tendons on the thumb-side of the wrist. These tendons are responsible for moving the thumb sideways and backwards and somethimes become trapped as they pass through a small tunnel between the wrist and the thumb. Read more
Stretching Tips
How to Stretch Properly?
While there are many benefits to be gained from effective stretching, employing an improper technique can actually result in injury. Here are some tips and guidelines for you to follow when stretching:
- Warm up first with an activity such as walking (at least 5 – 10 minutes)
- Stretches should be pain-free. You should only feel tension or a tight feeling when stretching. If you feel a sharp pain, this means you’re stretching too far and should relax a little
- Don’t hold your breath while stretching; keep breathing to ensure the muscle tissues remain oxygenated during the stretch.
- Stretch both sides. But, if one muscle is tighter than the other, focus on it more until they’re both in the same range
- Avoid bouncing at the end of the stretch because it may lead to injury
- Hold stretches for 20 – 30 seconds, if not longer. A 10 second stretch is not always enough to achieve a lasting effect.
- Repeat the stretch 3 – 5 times with intermittent rest periods in between
- Make sure your body is aligned properly and observe good posture.
Osteoarthritis of the Hip
What is Hip Osteoarthritis and how does it occur?
Hip osteoarthritis (also called Degenerative arthritis of the Hip) is one of the most common types of osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis occurs as the cartilage of the joing, a soft tissue that provides cushioning and a smooth surface for joint movement, begins to degrade due to wear and tear caused by mechanical stress. As the cartilage breaks down and is worn away, the joing begins to function abnormally and small bony depositscan form around the joint. As this process progresses, movement of the joint begins to be painful and can eventually lead to significant disability. Read more
Capricorn Coast Running Festival 2015
CQ Physio are proud to announce we will, once again, be the principal sponsor for the Capricorn Coast Running Festival. Read more
Growing Pains
Are growing pains a real thing?
The short answer is that yes, growing pains are real and usually harmless part of childhooe. Though poorly understood, they are recognised as a common phenomenon occurring most often between the ages of 3 and 12. The pain is comonoly felt in tboth legs, particularly at night with no clear cause of pain. As yet no one is able to explain why they happen but growing pains are thought to be a normal response of a growing body as it adapts to new heights, sizes, strengths and skills. Read more
2015 Junior Sports Person Sponsorship
Maia Curtis Gee
Maia is a talented young dancer, aged 8 years old, who shows great promise across the several dance genres she currently studies. She has won numerous trophies & awards at eisteddfods throughout CQ in the past few years, including the Sportsmanship award at the 2013 Emerald Eisteddfod, our Academy’s Passion for Dance award in late 2013, Benjamin Cup aggregate points award 2014 May eisteddfod, Tap Championship winner 2014 Dance Fest, Jazz Championship runner-up 2014 Dance Fest, as well as numerous places in her individual sections at each competition she has attended. Read more
Welcome George Labor – Senior Sports Physiotherapist
CQ Physio are proud to introduce our new Senior Sports Physiotherapist George Labor (pictured with Usain Bolt!). George has a Masters in Sports Physiotherapy and Exercise Rehabilitation as well as a Diploma in Orthopaedic Medicine. Read more
