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Osteochondral Lesion of the Talus

Thought you just rolled your ankle but it doesn't seem to be getting better? It's important to know, not every ankle injury is just a 'sprained ankle'. What Is An Osteochondral Lesion Of The Talus? The talus is the bone that sits at the bottom of...

Roasted Sweet Potato & Chicken Tabouli Salad

Sweet potatoes are an exceptionally versatile vegetable, which can be used in so many different recipes across a day. They are a vegetable that is only seasonally available in Autumn. Eating seasonally allows us to have more variety across the year, as each fruit and...

Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Injury

What is the medial collateral ligament (MCL) injury? The medial collateral ligament (or the "MCL") is a strong ligament which sits on the inside of the knee. It is an important ligament that provide stability to the knee. Image reproduced from the Orthopaedics 360, https://orthopaedics360.com.au/knee/mcl-tear How...

Simple Swaps for Improved Heart Health

Looking after our heart health doesn’t have to be hard! Here are 5 quick food swaps you can make and tips you can implement to take a step towards improved heart health. Include more fruits and vegetables in your diet Fruits and vegetables provide a wide range...

Summer Recipe – Peaches

As the summer begins and we approach a warm and festive period in Melbourne, our seasonal produce changes too. There is a wide variety of seasonal produce available in summer. Vegetables include tomatoes, zucchini, eggplant, corn and capsicum. The summer fruit is the star of...

Ankle Syndesmosis Injury

Some other terms that may be used to describe this injury include: Anterior Inferior Tibiofibular Ligament (AITFL) InjuryHigh Ankle SprainInferior Tibiofibular Joint InjuryDistal Tibiofibular Joint Injury What is Ankle Syndesmosis Injury? The ankle syndesmosis is the joint that connects the tibia and fibula, the two bones of the...

Top Tips for a Nutritious Picnic

Picnics are very likely going to be the primary way to catch up with friends and loved ones for a while now that restrictions have eased slightly. It can be hard to know what to bring in order to enjoy yourself with delicious food without...

Patella Subluxation / Patella Dislocation

Patella subluxation or patella dislocation is a common injury our physiotherapists see and help with. What is the patella? The patella is commonly known as the knee cap. It sits in a groove in the knee, which is called the ‘trochlear groove’. Image reproduced from the American Association...

Spring Recipe – Barbecued Asparagus with Lemon, feta and mint

As we enter a new season and welcome warmer weather, we also often see a change in what we gravitate towards for meals. Dust off your BBQ, as we have the perfect side dish to go along with your meal with our seasonal produce star...

What is a Health Star Rating

An important component of making healthy food choices is being able to navigate the supermarket and make choices that align with your nutrition goals. Many people have a difficult time reading food labels and distinguishing whether a product has clever marketing or if it is...