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Welcome to our collaborative collection of informative posts. You will find detailed evidence based pieces to help you make positive health choices. Feel free to call our clinic, Balance Health Phillip Island, if you have any specific questions regarding your condition and our friendly staff will point you in the right direction.
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Spondylolysis, pars interarticularis...are these names of dinosaurs or something to look out for in adolescent low back pain?
If your adolescent child is experiencing persistent lower back pain, especially during or after sports, it could be more than just a strain. Pars defects are common in active teens and can significantly impact their ability to participate in sports. Understanding this condition, how it occurs, and what you can do to support your child’s recovery is crucial.Â
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Apr 304 min read


What on earth is a TMJ? And what can we do when they go pop!Â
The TMJ, or the temporo-mandibular joint, is one of the most important joints in the human body, yet one of the most overlooked.
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Feb 266 min read


What is Myotherapy?
'Myo' refers to muscle, and 'myotherapy' is an extension of remedial massage therapy, emerging specifically to treat more complex...
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Nov 26, 20243 min read


7 million women in Australia are in Peri-menopause or Menopause
Almost 7 million women in Australia are peri-menopausal or menopausal.
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Oct 24, 20247 min read


Dementia - Myths vs Facts
Dementia is not one specific disease, and it is not a normal part of getting older.
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Sep 30, 20246 min read


Understanding joint replacement surgery and rehabilitation
Joint replacement surgery, also known as joint arthroplasty, involves replacing a damaged joint with an artificial one.
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Jul 10, 20245 min read


Headaches and Migraines - more than a pain in the neck!
Headache and migraine management often focuses on addressing specific triggers. Therefore, personalised treatment approaches are crucial for
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Jun 17, 20244 min read


Tendinitis or tendinopathy? What really happens when tendons get cranky!!
Cranky tendons are not inflamed. The term tendonitis actually needs to be officially thrown away.
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May 18, 20245 min read


Five ways FUN can combat Parkinson’s Disease
So, what should you do after you have followed the main medical advice for Parkinson's Disease?
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Apr 7, 20244 min read


Frozen Shoulder – Is it more like winter or summer?
Frozen shoulder is more technically called adhesive capsulitis.
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Mar 21, 20246 min read


My knee hurts! When can I tango dance?
Have you ever grappled with knee issues? If so, you're not alone! Today, we will delve into common knee conditions and address some...
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Feb 16, 20245 min read


Preparing for Aged Care
There are four key steps to accessing Australian Government-funded aged care services through My Aged Care.
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Jan 19, 20246 min read


The Complexity of Men's Health
Balance Health aims to break down the barriers that men face in managing their health care.
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Nov 17, 20233 min read


The vital role of balance and strength as we age
Our lives are a remarkable and unique journey for every one of us. As we age, our bodies change and don’t work quite how they used to -...
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Oct 28, 20234 min read


What is osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is vastly under-diagnosed and under-treated. Osteoporosis literally means ‘porous bone’.
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Oct 27, 20234 min read


What is Clinical Pilates?
Variations of the Pilates method have evolved over time, including Clinical Pilates.
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Oct 5, 20234 min read


What you need to know about diastasis recti
Diastasis is normal in the majority of pregnancies and 20-50% of women have persistent separation at 6-month post-partum.
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Sep 1, 20232 min read


The importance of estrogen for vaginal function
When it comes to vaginal health and function, periods of low estrogen can be issue for some women.
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Sep 1, 20233 min read


The dance of hormones in pregnancy and lactation
To understand how hormones influence lactation, we need to understand their role in pregnancy.
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Sep 1, 20235 min read


What is the vaginal microbiome?
Unlike the gut and the bladder which have diverse microbiomes, the vagina doesn’t, which makes it unique.
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Sep 1, 20236 min read
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