Matthew Stanlake, Author at Upwell Health Collective

October 30, 2017 In Fitness, Health & Wellness, Podiatry, Sport, Upwell Blog By Matthew Stanlake

What is a Stress Fracture and how to fix it? | Upwell Health

Updated April 6th 2021 Stress fractures are a common problem for athletes and gym goers. Runners and basketball players have the highest risk. In general, these injuries occur due to overtraining, improper footwear, or impact on a hard surface. Basically, they cause small cracks in the...

October 16, 2017 In Fitness, Upwell Blog By Matthew Stanlake

Healing by design

We care so much about creating an inspiring environment for our patients, we commissioned top Melbourne visual artist Mitch Walder to create something ultra-special for our Camberwell centre. Our new hand-painted mural spans an entire wall of our gym, which is home to Upwell’s functional fitness...

October 12, 2017 In Upwell Blog, Upwell in the Media By Matthew Stanlake

Forge Magazine: Holistic health care makes business sense

Larissa Ham October 2017"How a young entrepreneur used a frustrating personal experience to build a much-needed start-up." This month we were delighted to be the subject of a six-page feature in the latest edition of Forge Magazine. Forge shines a spotlight for Australia’s entrepreneurial success.The article profiles our...

September 29, 2017 In Upwell Blog By Matthew Stanlake

What Is Chronic Pain Syndrome? | Upwell Health

Updated April 6th 2021 Chronic pain affects one in five Australians. Many times, it leads to depression and disability. When you're struggling with this condition, your body keeps hurting weeks or even years after an injury. It's not like when you pull a muscle or cut...

September 29, 2017 In Upwell Blog By Matthew Stanlake

The Benefits of Physiotherapy for Back Pain | Upwell Health

Is back pain ruling your life? Do you have a hard time walking around, bending over, and working out? If so, you're not alone. This condition is the primary cause of disability worldwide. Fortunately, it can be successfully prevented and treated. According to a 2016 study,...

September 23, 2017 In Upwell Blog By Matthew Stanlake

What Is Physiotherapy?

Suffering from back or knee pain? Or perhaps you're struggling with sore muscles and frequent injuries? Physiotherapy can help! This discipline is widely used for its ability to increase joint flexibility and range of motion. It not only relieves pain but also speeds up healing...

September 23, 2017 In Upwell Blog By Matthew Stanlake

Physiotherapy Exercises for Knee Pain

First, let's see what causes knee pain and how physio can help: Knee Pain at a Glance Knee pain is one of the most common yet overlooked musculoskeletal conditions. It can result from injuries to the hip or knee, or indicate another problem, such as arthritis,...

September 23, 2017 In Upwell Blog By Matthew Stanlake

Physio for Osteoarthritis of the Hip

Osteoarthritis is one the most common forms of arthritis worldwide. This condition can affect the knee, hips, and spine, hands, and other joints. It's the primary cause of pain and disability among seniors. Though its symptoms can be successfully managed, there is no permanent cure...

July 13, 2017 In Upwell Blog, Wellness By Matthew Stanlake

6 Invisible Illnesses That Are Very Real

Do you know how it feels to be sick but still go to work or take your kids to school? You have to hide your pain and walk on the street pretending that everything is fine. People living with invisible illnesses are facing this issue...

July 3, 2017 In Upwell Blog, Wellness By Matthew Stanlake

How Effective Is Sports Massage for Athletic Performance?

Looking to perform better at your sport and stay injury-free? Want to recover faster from training and ward off muscle fatigue? If so, sports massage can help! From weekend warriors to elite athletes and fitness pros, everyone is talking about its benefits! When done right,...

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