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Welcome to my blog, guys! This blog is going to be about a subject which is very close to my heart. In the last year, various members of my family have been affected by illness and disease. I had never had to help someone deal with a medical problem before so I was in the dark. The GP and the hospital staff I have dealt with have all been fantastic and offered me some great advice. Thankfully, my mum and my sister have now made full recoveries. I wanted to start this blog as a way of showing thanks and to help others.

Critical Capabilities of a Point-of-Care Vascular Ultrasound Device

8 January 2020
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

According to recent research, peripheral vascular disease (PVD) — also called peripheral arterial disease — affects about 15% of the Australian population. The sad part is that even though PVD is a reliable indicator of cardiovascular mortality, it is still under-recognised and undertreated. Part of the problem lies in misdiagnoses that are partially attributed to the backlog of patients in most healthcare facilities. However, recent advancement in ultrasound technology is changing the playing field, thanks to point-of-care vascular ultrasound. Read More …

Physiotherapy vs Massage Therapy

18 November 2019
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Are you an athlete experiencing pain and discomfort in your muscles due to your rigorous sporting day-to-day activities? It can be quite challenging for you to decipher how to manage the pain. Apart from medication and surgeries, physical methods such as physiotherapy and massages are an excellent way to treat such injuries. Physiotherapy and massage therapy are both extremely beneficial to the mental and physical health of a patient. They work by manipulating the muscles to restore your body's optimal functions. Read More …

Fit Base Equals A Fit Back

16 August 2019
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Training to take part in powerlifting is a difficult process. One of the biggest dangers you could face is over-training or injury caused by incorrect lifting. When powerlifting, big, compound movements that use multiple joints, particularly the core and back, are utilised, resulting in huge amounts of generated power and energy expenditure. This is great for performing in a sport that's all about lifting heavy weights fast. However, it can also cause fatigue, which can lead to poor form and injury. Read More …

Why You Don’t Need to Be Scared See a Doctor

23 January 2019
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

It may come as a shock to hear that about a third of Australians consciously put off going to see the doctor. This is a staggeringly high number considering how accessible and affordable a visit to the doctor can be. Unfortunately, many people have preconceived ideas and fears associated with going to a medical clinic. Therefore, the following insight can help you assuage some of their fears. Medical Clinics Are Not Hospitals Read More …

Self-Care Tips for Back Pain

26 October 2018
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Most people suffer from back pain (especially the lower back) at some point in their life. Some of the symptoms of back pain may include pain that extends to your legs or increases in intensity when you bend or lift something heavy. While most people will experience mild episodes of back pain, there are instances when the pain becomes so severe that they have to seek medical attention. This is especially common when the problem has been overlooked for a long time and has developed into a worse condition, such as spinal stenosis. Read More …
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Dealing with Illness and Disease

Welcome to my blog, guys! This blog is going to be about a subject which is very close to my heart. In the last year, various members of my family have been affected by illness and disease. I had never had to help someone deal with a medical problem before so I was in the dark. The GP and the hospital staff I have dealt with have all been fantastic and offered me some great advice. Thankfully, my mum and my sister have now made full recoveries. I wanted to start this blog as a way of showing thanks and to help others.

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