General Physio on the Sunshine Coast 

Posture analysis and retraining can be used as part of the treatment process for many musculoskeletal disorders. By utilising posture assessment tools, a physiotherapist can assess the posture, body alignment and balance of a patient to precisely identify areas that may require attention. Through a variety of exercises and movements, they can then work to improve the body's postural awareness with adaptive strategies. This may help strengthen weak areas, reduce pain levels, enhance mobility and posture control, as well as improve overall quality of life in patients dealing with physical conditions.

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disorder in which the cartilage that cushions the joints begins to break down and cause pain and swelling. This type of arthritis typically affects older adults but can occur at any age. Certain risk factors, such as obesity or previous injuries, may also increase your chances of developing it. Symptoms often include limited mobility, joint stiffness, soreness and sometimes swelling in one or multiple joints. 

Physiotherapy can be an effective, non-invasive way to deliver relief from headaches. Physiotherapists can administer physical manipulations and prescribe exercises that focus on relieving tightness or tension in muscles of the head, neck and shoulders which may be contributing to headaches. Releasing this tension may be beneficial in reducing the intensity and frequencies of recurrent headaches. 

Muscle stiffness may be caused by a wide variety of factors—from dehydration and nutrition deficiencies to inactivity, overwork, prolonged periods of sitting and emotional stress. Muscles tend to tense up when they are trying to cope with abnormal levels or types of physical or psychological stress. If you’re experiencing muscles stiffness, a physiotherapist may be able to provide short-term relief and offer strategies to help reduce muscle stiffness long-term.