Written By Hannah Dower - Exercise Physiologist at Upwell Health Collective & Western Bulldogs AFLW Trainer. On Saturday afternoon, I attended an AFLW game. This may sound strange as I have probably attended more than 20 over its short 3-year history. My usual game day consists...
This week, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) changed the scheduling of medicines containing codeine - meaning you will now need a prescription from a GP to buy them. This change is likely to impact thousands of Australians who use codeine to help manage acute or chronic...
Updated 6th April 2021 One of the most common causes of foot pain in Australia is Plantar Fasicosis (or fasicitis), affecting up to 15% of our population. While we are passionate helping people with their health complaints, we are equally committed to helping to prevent them...
Updated April 6th 2021 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...
Updated 6th April 2021 Is shoulder pain ruining your life? Have a hard time sleeping and moving around because of it? In this case, see a physiotherapist! After a careful assessment, he will determine the cause of your pain and prescribe appropriate treatment. If you have...
Updated April 6th 2021 Have you been diagnosed with osteoporosis? Looking for the best ways to keep your bones strong and prevent injury? Early treatment can help. Even though there is no cure for this disease, you can reduce its symptoms and prevent complications. A balanced...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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