Managing Patellofemoral Joint Instability – A Clinical Guide
Patellofemoral joint (PFJ) instability is frequently mismanaged in the early weeks after a first dislocation. This guide lays out practical principles to improve early care and long-term outcomes. This article is based on my presentation at the PFJ Masterclass, held at Complete Physio Richmond. Anatomical & Structural Considerations Before planning rehab, it helps to map […]
Should you change your running technique to avoid injury?
At the clinic we often see runners looking to improve performance or reduce their risk of injury. One of the most common questions we get is: “Should I change how I run?” It’s a great question, and one I recently helped explore in the Australian Financial Review – Read the full article here. What the […]
Why I Love Referring People to Our Exercise Rehab Services
As a physiotherapist, researcher and someone who’s dedicated a career to improving outcomes for people with musculoskeletal conditions, one thing has become increasingly clear: Exercise is Medicine But it’s not always a one size fits all solution. That’s why I love referring people to our expert exercise rehabilitation services at Complete. Whether it’s chronic knee […]
Originally published at La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre blog. Our health information needs and preferences vary greatly. We are increasingly turning to digital and social media for health information. These sources are easily accessible and often engaging, even when they contain the wrong information. It is common to use ‘Dr Google’ to […]
Physiotherapy is a highly effective, evidence-based approach to managing musculoskeletal pain and injuries. At Complete we prioritise personalised treatment plans designed to address pain, improve mobility, and enhance overall function. Our goal is to optimise your recovery, minimise the need for surgical intervention, and get you back to the activities you enjoy. How Can Physiotherapy […]
In Australia, nearly 4 million people are estimated to participate in running each year.3 If you want proof of this, head to the MCG in a couple of weeks and watch the countless runners at the Melbourne Marathon Festival. Only 19 days to go! Although popular, running can be risky business. A recent review reported […]
Leading the team and working at Complete Physio Richmond is the best job I could ask for. It’s an opportunity to combine my passion for evidence-based practice, research, and teaching, alongside leading an amazing collaborative team. I am frequently reminded about why I love physiotherapy, and why I’m passionate about with a team to ensure […]
What is knee cap pain? Knee cap pain is the most common form of knee pain. Pain can be hard to pin point but may be around, behind, or under the knee cap. It affects both males and females of all activity levels and ages. It can cause problems that limit your ability to complete simple daily […]
We have been running GLA:D for people with hip and knee osteoarthritis for three years at Complete Physio Richmond. I have enjoyed watching how many people it has benefited, potential surgeries it has saved both at our clinic and across Australia in my role as program lead at La Trobe University. The program is now […]
Running again with knee osteoarthritis at 79 years old Take a look at this inspiring story! I have previously contributed to the topic of running with osteoarthritis in many posts on other platforms – here, here and here. In short: It is a myth that you cannot run with knee osteoarthritis. Some facts: Joints need […]
Dr Christian Barton shares an inspiring story about one of his patients, and discusses the importance of high value care in physiotherapy. Enter Christian… A couple of weeks ago, I sat down and watched TV. I don’t watch TV often. I don’t cry often. But an SBS Insight episode discussing surgery I couldn’t miss, and […]
The Obsession With Strike Pattern Continues: But Be Careful
Recently I read with interest a paper by Roper et al (2016) which looked at whether changing the strike pattern of runners with patellofemoral pain (i.e. knee cap pain) from a heel to a forefoot strike would be effective. They made the change over 2 weeks and followed runners up a month later as well. […]
