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Best shoulder exercises for an aerialist

In a previous blog, our cirque physio Jessica Banks outlined what an aerialist is and the demands on their shoulder (READ MORE HERE). A key message is the importance of having good shoulder strength. This is necessary for performing the skills required and reduce the...

How do I read and understand food labels

An important part of making healthy eating choices is knowing which products to pick up at the supermarket. How we read food labels can be very intimidating, especially when turning a packet over and seeing all the numbers on the Nutrition Information Panel. This blog post...

COVID Update April 2022

As many of you are aware, the Victorian government issued further easing of COVID restrictions from the 23rd April 2022. How does this impact us and our clients at SportsFit? 1) Clients are not required to check-in or show their vaccination status Businesses are no longer required...

How does a Myotherapist treat?

A myotherapist provides evidence-based assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for a wide range of musculoskeletal pain and various associated conditions. They do so by using differing techniques as appropriate to help improve or restore proper function. Some of techniques used in their treatments include: Myofascial release Myofascial...

Easter Opening Hours

We wish everyone a happy and safe Easter break! During this time our clinic will be closed Good Friday (14th), Saturday (15th), Sunday (16th) and Monday (17th). Our normal hours resume from Tuesday 17th April. ...

Next Life! Program Starting in May

We are so thrilled to announce that SportsFit Physio & Health will be running another round of The Life! Program, starting May 3rd (Tuesday) 2022 at 7:30pm. The Life! Program is a government funded (free for you!) program targeted at those who are at risk of...

What is the best nutrition for football

What is the best football nutrition tips? The football season is here, which is always an exciting way to get us through the colder months! However, it often raises the common questions – What do I need to eat for football games? Are orange wedges enough...

Aerialist Physio Best Tips

Jessica Banks, our aerialist physio, outlines what is required for the aerialist shoulder. She knows first hand the demands, as being both a highly skilled physiotherapist and a trained aerialist herself. What is an aerialist? This is a performer, athlete and artist that uses apparatus to...

Osteochondral Lesion of the Talus

Some other terms that may be used to describe this injury include: Talar Dome LesionAnkle Osteochondral LesionAnkle Cartilage DefectOsteochondral Fragment of the Talus What is an Osteochondral Lesion of the Talus? The talus is the bone that sits at the bottom of the main ankle joint. It can...

SKOB Preseason 2022

SKOB preseason for the men's and women's teams has been off to a flying start this year. Since returning to the track in January both squads have been impressing on the training field. SportsFit Physio & Health are proud sponsors to be working with SKOB and...