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Expert advice on injury treatment, rehabilitation, and performance from the Injury Active Clinic team.
Fatigue Isn't Always What You Think — Training Update #6
Interval training, Zercher squats, the afternoon caffeine trap, and why electrolyte hydration can transform your recovery. IAC Melbourne weekly update.
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Training with Pain: Why Avoiding Discomfort Isn't Always the Answer
Discover why pain doesn't always equal tissue damage. Learn how to train safely with tendon pain, chronic injuries, and musculoskeletal conditions using evidence-based pain science.
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Strength Training, Running Volume & Lateral Hip Pain — IAC Weekly Update
Craig shares his running training block, why box squats build strength from the bottom up, why soreness isn't the goal, and how to correctly identify lateral hip pain (GTPS).
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Why Living with Osteoarthritis Is a Feature, Not a Bug
Living with osteoarthritis doesn't mean you have to stop moving. Discover why strength training and osteopathy are the best evidence-based treatments for OA in Melbourne.
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Shoulder Pain Treatment Melbourne West
Shoulder pain affecting your work, sleep, or gym? Discover the causes of rotator cuff injuries and frozen shoulder — and how our multi-disciplinary team at Ravenhall, Tarneit, and Williamstown can help.
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Back Pain Over 40 — Why It Keeps Coming Back (And What Actually Works)
Back pain in your 40s and 50s isn't just bad luck. Discover the real reasons it keeps returning — and the evidence-based treatments that actually fix it for good.
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Sciatica Treatment in Tarneit — What to Do When the Pain Won't Stop
Sciatic nerve pain in Tarneit or Hoppers Crossing? Discover what causes sciatica, why it keeps coming back, and how myotherapy and exercise physiology at our Tarneit clinic can help.
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Stretching vs. Strengthening: What Your Physio Will Recommend for Sciatica
Sciatica is a symptom, not a diagnosis. Choosing between stretching and strengthening depends on the root cause of your pain, movement capacity, and ability to handle load — that's why the debate isn't either/or.
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What Is Osteopathy? A Beginner's Guide
Osteopathy focuses on how the body moves and functions. Most people book in because they are dealing with pain, stiffness, reduced performance, or recurring injuries. Here's what to expect.
Read ArticleSciatica in Runners: Physiotherapy Tips for Staying Active
When sciatica strikes, it can quickly become one of the most frustrating obstacles in a runner's routine. With a structured physio approach focused on motion, load, and performance, you don't have to give up running.
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Why You Should Book a Sports Massage When Training for a Marathon
Running a marathon is a serious test of physical endurance. One of the best ways to support your training and recovery? Regular sports massage — here's why it matters.
Read ArticleThe Power of Physiotherapy Rehabilitation: A Path to Recovery and Strength
Injuries, surgeries, and chronic pain can significantly impact daily life. Physiotherapy rehabilitation offers structured treatment plans designed to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent future injuries.
Read ArticleUnderstanding Chronic Pain: How Physiotherapy Offers Lasting Relief
Chronic pain affects millions of people worldwide. While medication may provide temporary relief, physiotherapy offers a holistic, long-term solution for managing chronic pain effectively.
Read ArticleWhy Choose Personal Training in a Small Group Gym?
Small group gyms blend the benefits of personal training with the camaraderie of a group setting — expert coaching, community, and results at a fraction of the cost.
Read ArticleAchieve Your Fitness Goals: Melbourne's Injury Active Gym Explained
At Injury Active Gym, we offer rehab sessions, conditioning classes, strength classes, and a run club — all underpinned by a 5-step onboarding programme tailored to your goals.
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