Between adjacent vertebrae sit flexible discs that provide movement and shock absorption in the spine. In the thoracic region these are completely fibrous while the discs in the lower back and neck are filled with a jelly like substance and surrounded by protective, fibrous rings. The discs of the lower back are the largest as they need to transmit higher loads through the spine. Read more

Stroke is a leading cause of death worldwide. For stroke survivors, the long-term effects can be devastating for both them and their family. Disturbingly, over the past few years, the rate of stroke among young adults and children has grown rapidly. One of the biggest concerns is that most people having a stroke don’t recognise the symptoms and miss out on medical treatment when it can be most effective. Read more

This week in Australia is National Stroke Week. In the Capricornia region in 2014 alone there were 214 new sufferers of stroke and 2658 living with stroke. (http://strokefoundation.com.au/maps/no-postcode-untouched/capricornia) Read more

What are Shin Splints?

Also known as Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS), this common injury usually affects runners, dancers and people who engage in sports that involve jumping and running. While shin splints can seem harmless, if left untreated they can really impact your ability to keep up training and even interfere with your daily routine. The good news is that you can prevent and treat shin splints quite easily. Read more

We believe that it should be a prerequisite to move well before moving often and challenging your body with training.

The FMS is a ranking and grading system that documents movement patterns that are key to normal function. By screening these patterns, the FMS readily identifies functional limitations and asymmetries. These are issues that can reduce the effects of traditional training and physical conditioning and distort body awareness.

Max and Greg are the only accredited providers of the FMS in Central Queensland.

Arrange for a screen with Max or Greg today by calling 49222722 Read more

Rockhampton | Frid 5 + Sat 6 September

CQ Physio Group in conjunction with Health Adventure Seminars & Courses are excited to be bringing
this high-quality professional development programs for physiotherapists to Rockhampton in September 2014. ! Read more

What is it?

The medial collateral ligament, or MCL, is the thickening of the fibrous capsule that surrounds the knee joint. It is located on the inside of the knee and provides stability from side to side movements, which would damage the joint. When subject to strong forces the ligament can tear, leading to pain and instability of the knee. Read more

What is it?

Headaches are a common condition affecting most people at some stage in their life. There are many different types of headache, which are classified using their cause and symptoms.

A cervicogenic headache is one of the most common types and is named this way because the underlying cause of the pain actually originates from the structures of the upper neck. Its symptoms and treatments are quite different from other types of headache, such as tension-type headaches and migraines. The latest scientific evidence suggests that cervicogenic headaches respond well to physiotherapy treatment. Read more

CQ Physio are proud to announce we will be the principal sponsor for the 2014 Capricorn Coast Running Festival.

Held on Sunday 5th October at the Main Beach in Yeppoon the festival features a number of events including:

• Half Marathon
• 10 km Run
• 5 km Run
• Mile Bolt
• Kids Dash

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What are they?

The menisci are pads of fibrocartilage that sit in the knee joint between the  joint surfaces of the femur and the tibia. They are semicircular and each knee has two menisci, medial and lateral (inner and outer), which face each other. They are vulnerable to injury like most soft tissues and don’t have very good blood supply. In fact, the inner parts of the menisci are avascular, which means they don’t have any blood supply at all. Read more