by Cassie Sandison | Jun 5, 2026 | Uncategorized
What is IASTMInstrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM) is a physiotherapy treatment that uses specially designed stainless-steel tools to help reduce pain, improve mobility, and treat muscle, tendon, and connective tissue injuries. It is commonly used for...
by Cassie Sandison | Jun 4, 2026 | Arthritis, Back Pain, Exercise, Osteoarthritis, Pain
Have you ever stopped exercising because something hurt? Maybe your knee became sore after a walk. Perhaps your back tightened up after gardening. Or maybe arthritis has made you hesitant to move because you’re worried you’ll make things worse. It’s...
by Cassie Sandison | May 29, 2026 | Arthritis, Exercise, Fitness, Injuries, Pain, Rest, Shoulders
Quick AnswerCold weather doesn’t usually cause injuries, but it can make existing aches and pains feel worse. Increased muscle stiffness, reduced activity levels, changes in air pressure and heightened pain sensitivity can all contribute to winter discomfort....
by Cassie Sandison | Dec 29, 2024 | Back Pain, Brisbane, Diabetes, Exercise, Fitness, Pilates
Setting Yourself Up for Success: New Year’s Fitness Resolutions That Stick The New Year often inspires us to embrace new beginnings and set ambitious goals for our health and fitness. While it’s exciting to think about all the ways we can improve, trying to overhaul...
by Cassie Sandison | Jul 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Technical Side of Shockwave Therapy: How It Works and Its Impact on Healing At Activate Physiotherapy, we harness the power of Radial Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) to treat a variety of musculoskeletal conditions. While you might have already heard about...
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