Embody Movement News

If it’s the first time you’ve booked a massage, no doubt you’ll have some questions! A remedial massage can help to relieve tension, reduce stress and bring a sense of relaxation. We answer some common questions about remedial massage.

Pilates is an excellent form of exercise that has many benefits. What you get from a Pilates class can depend on many factors, including your teacher, their goals and how you perform the exercises. Taking things back to the six original principles can help you get the most from your Embody Movement Pilates class.

With summer just around the corner, we are upon the season of gym challenges. However, there is always a risk of injury when undertaking any form of exercise. Here are some tips to prevent injury throughout your next challenge…

Embody Movement is thrilled to announce that we have been named a finalist in the 2023 Sunshine Coast Business Awards Entering the Sunshine Coast Business Awards has long been a dream of ours so we are beyond excited that we made it as a finalist the first time we entered.

Can anyone else feel the fatigue, lowered resilience, anxiety and stress levels in our community? As a Physiotherapist who sees hundreds of clients each week, it’s hard to avoid the reality that many of us are struggling.  How can we rise above this feeling of wading through mud?

The social construct of feeling "old" in your 30s and 40s has perpetuated a disempowering mindset that can hinder quality of life. It's crucial to understand that inflammation isn't solely a symptom of aging; instead, it is a sign that our bodies are out of balance. There is much you can do to help, and we can support you.

When the vestibular system is not functioning effectively, this information is not conveyed efficiently to the brain, which can cause dizziness, vertigo and balance issues. Vestibular Physiotherapy can help people experiencing dizziness and vertigo. 

The last few years has brought many challenges. But with these challenges it has forced us to reflect on why we are running this business and if it was worthwhile to continue to. It forced us to reflect on what our values are and why we have Embody Movement. And today we want to share it with you…

Recently I have become obsessed with learning more about inflammatory pain and how the effects of stress, trauma and lifestyle are create pain and injury. We cannot separate our muscle, joint and spine health from the rest of our body. Pain can be the result of systemic inflammation.

Without maintaining an adequate level of hydration our bodies can’t function at their best. Water is an essential component for our daily functions.

Did you know that you may be able to access assistance at home, as well as allied health services such as Physiotherapy, Podiatry and exercise rehabilitation under My Aged Care?

Although technology is here to stay and is helping so many businesses thrive, creating a greater reach to people that could never be done before, it is taking a toll on our minds and bodies. We need to become more active and conscious with taking breaks through the day for stretching and breathing.

Osteoarthritis is an extremely common condition, affecting millions of people worldwide. Common misconceptions as to the cause of Osteoarthritis include that joint cartilage can be worn down by too much activity such as running or sport, or that loss of cartilage causes bone rubbing on bone.

The start of a new year can be a reset button for many people wanting to create change or improvements to optimise their health and wellbeing.

To make change or improve aspects of your life generally requires new habits to be formed. Changing the way we think, react or behave in order to achieve the desired outcome.

Have you ever experienced an injury or pain but couldn’t pinpoint what had caused it? As Physiotherapists who value looking at the whole picture with our clients, we endeavour to investigate the factors that lead to ongoing pain, when the cause is not obvious.