How can you treat osteoarthritis (OA)? Currently, there is no known way of curing cartilage loss. Initial treatment focuses on reducing symptoms and improving function of the joint. Based on evidence, the recommended treatment for osteoarthritis is outlined by the pyramid in Figure 1. [caption id="attachment_1851"...
What is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis (OA) is a disease which affects the entire joint. It can occur in any joint but most commonly affects the knees, hips and hands. OA is the most common chronic condition of the joints and is the leading cause of physical inactivity in...
After completing an event, or at the conclusion of a racing or competing season, athletes enter the off-season. This recovery phase allows time for repair, reflection, and rest, both physically and mentally. There are a number of nutritional considerations to be aware of during this time,...
Alex graduated from Monash University with a Master of Dietetics and a Bachelor of Nutrition Science to become an Accredited Practicing Dietitian (APD). She also completed a Bachelor of Applied Science at Deakin University, majoring in Psychology. Alex is particularly interested in Sports Nutrition; she is...
Do you suffer with hip or knee osteoarthritis (OA)? We are excited to announce GLA:D is coming to Glen Iris and Malvern East to help you! GLA:D®, or Good Life with Arthritis: Denmark, is an education and exercise program developed by researchers in Denmark which has...
We excited to have superstar physio Seb Evans in the SportsFit team. Graduating from the University of Melbourne with both a Doctor of Physiotherapy and a Bachelor of Science, he has gained experience working in private practices and with sporting teams (Oakleigh Chargers in 2018, AFL...
Is study contributing to neck pain, headaches or back pain? You’re not alone! As students enter the final stretch of exam study for the year, it is common to adopt sustained (often undesirable) postures while reading, typing or writing. A combination of reduced physical activity, increased stress,...
On Saturday 5th October SportsFit were proud to help support the Festival of Footy, a fundraising event organised by the Aussie Sevens Touch Football organisation and in particular John White. Held locally at Gardiner Park in Glen Iris, it was perfect weather for the 11 sides...
There is definitely something about eating foods that are in season. Perhaps it is instinctive as the weather changes so does the motivation to eat certain types of foods. There are many wonderful reasons to eat seasonal produce, not only does it provide more flavour, it...
SportsFit were proud again to be involved with the St Kevin's Old Boys Football Club (SKOBFC) for the 2019 season, with Brad continuing his role as Head Physiotherapist of the Club. After roughly doing 500 ankle tapes, 15o shoulder tapes, 300 thumb tapes and 50...