Andrew Fry
5 tips to help prevent injury this netball season
5 Tips to Help Prevent Injury This Netball Season Stepping back onto the court? Whether you are a seasoned player or returning after a break, following these tips can help reduce your risk of injury and keep you playing at your best. 1. Strength Training Strong muscles are your best defence against injury. Pre-season training […]
Lauren McMahon
Strength training in proactive injury prevention or management
Runners focus on running. Cyclists love to be on the bike. Swimmers love to be in the pool. But what about the gym? Could spending a bit more time there help to prevent or manage injuries? Injuries are a pain – in more ways than one! When you’re in good condition, you’re able to live […]
The importance of foot health
Your body has many interrelated systems. When one part is struggling, it can have a knock-on effect on other aspects of your health, sometimes in surprising ways. Did you know, for example, there’s a weird correlation between gum disease and heart disease? Or that mild to moderate hearing loss significantly increases your risk of dementia? […]
What to look for in a new graduate job
Congratulations on graduating! You’ve survived the juggle of study, clinical placements, casual jobs and exams. Well done. Now, you’re starting a new stage of life. You’re not a student anymore – you’re a qualified professional. Which means you’re looking for your first job. So, what exactly should you be looking for? What makes a good […]
Georgia Rentsch
Tracy Clarke
Brian Upsher
Your allied health career – what are the benefits of working with an endorsed podiatrist?
Podiatrists play a key role in preventive healthcare, managing foot disorders and reducing hospital admissions, espcially for the increasing number of patients with chronic conditions like diabetes. Traditionally, podiatrists have worked closely with GPs. However, the Australian Medical Association (AMA) reports that Australia faces a ‘staggering undersupply’ of GPs in the next two decades. We […]