If you’ve ever told yourself you’re “lazy,” “undisciplined,” or “just not an exercise person,” you’re not alone. In fact, most people who walk through our doors at Monaro Physio carry some version of that story. And almost every time, it’s not the truth. What looks like a personal flaw is usually the downstream effect of something much bigger — the social, cultural, and environmental conditions we grow up in. These are what we call the upstream determinants of health , and th

Living and working in the Snowy Mountains, I see every day how important it is to stay strong and steady on your feet. Whether you’re walking the trails around Cooma, or just keeping up with day‑to‑day life, good balance and leg strength make a huge difference. They’re also two of the most effective tools we have for preventing falls — something that becomes increasingly important as we get older. Why Falls Matter Falls are far more common than most people realise. In Austral

A blog about using updated approaches in physio.

Cooma is known as the gateway to the Snowy Mountains, but it’s also a place where health and wellbeing are becoming a bigger part of everyday life. One of the most exciting changes we’re seeing is the role of exercise physiology. It’s not just about getting people out of pain — it’s about helping them build strength and confidence so they can keep doing the things they love. What is Exercise Physiology? Exercise physiology is simply using the right kind of exercise, tailored

I should firstly congratulate you. The process of conception through to bringing a child into this world is such a fascinating process - there are so many things that need to happen to create a healthy newborn. With this in mind, there are a few things your body will go through that you might not have expected. A lot of the changes that happen to your skeleton are reversible if you know what to do. I'll firstly run through a few of the key things to keep in mind whenever you'

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The view from Synergy Physio, North Vancouver BC You may recall the song ‘Dem bones’ from your childhood; The toe bone’s connected to the...