Sleep Health! We have all experienced the negative effects on our health when we do not have adequate sleep! Poor capacity to cope with stress, feelings of overwhelm, snappiness, moodiness, fatigue and and an inability to concentrate are all side-effects of poor sleep. Sleep is in essential part of our health! A sound sleep helps [...]
Pregnancy massage There are many benefits for having a pregnancy massage with a qualified health professional throughout your pregnancy! Here at Synergy Physio our massage therapist Keely is a qualified remedial massage therapist with additional training in pregnancy massage and she has our own pregnancy massage table here specifically designed for your comfort during your [...]
If you think for a moment about a tightrope walking trapeze artist balancing with great caution, inching their way along to relative safety, you will notice one thing. That is balance is not a static destination! It is somewhat of a constant effort to maintain, is constantly in motion and even once balance is achieved, [...]
As a physiotherapist with expertise in women’s health, I treat many women with varied health concerns and conditions, and one of the questions I am often asked is: How can I get my stomach back after giving birth? Whether the woman is pregnant, early postpartum or 10 years of more after delivery, whether she wants [...]
It is interesting to watch the effect of heightened fear anxiety and stress on human behaviour. The neuroscience behind this lies deep within our brains! Understanding the brain There are two key areas that are utilised in your brain when considering your thoughts, actions and behaviour. One area is known as our 'executive [...]
Immune Boosters During times of coughs, colds, flus and viruses, it can be important to know simple measures you can take to boost your own bodies defence and immune system. Our immune system is a collection of structures and processes within the body to protect us against disease and any other potentially damaging foreign bodies. [...]
Having a healthy body, mind and heart involves developing small habits in many areas of life! Two of the best healthy habits we can develop are A healthy eating habit A healthy and regular exercise routine So- what does “healthy eating” mean? There are many factors to consider when making ‘healthy choices’ around food. These [...]
Osteoporosis: Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment One of the more common medical conditions that plagues women more than men is osteoporosis. This occurs when you lose bone mass and density, often from natural aging. This can create a lot of different issues for you, so it is best that you try to prevent it. Here is [...]
Rebecca Reiss Women's Health Physiotherapist As a women’s health physiotherapist, the question I get asked most often from pregnant and post-partum women is: When can I go back to running/ boot camp/ HITT training and/or weight lifting? This is such a complex question in which many things need to be taken into [...]
Healthy Habits for Women Developing habits is a part of life and something everyone does, but you really should be focusing on the healthy habits. These are things you do on a daily basis that are good for both your physical and mental health. Take a look at these healthy habits that are great for [...]
