Running Cadence (Efficiency & Injury Prevention)
When it comes to optimising your running performance and safeguarding your body against injury, it’s not just about the distance covered or the speed at which you run; it’s also about your running cadence. Cadence, referring to the number of steps taken per minute, plays a pivotal role in the efficiency of your running stride, […]
The Postpartum Check-up: A Vital Step in Maternal Care
Welcoming a new life into the world is a life-changing experience that comes with its own set of challenges and changes, both physical and emotional. As the journey of pregnancy ends and a new life of motherhood begins, the postpartum check-up is critical. The postpartum periods is often referred to as the “fourth trimester”, so […]
5 Benefits and Considerations of Strength Training in Young Athletes
How to Optimise Performance and Enjoyment for our Youth Strength training has become increasingly popular among youth athletes in recent years. The allure of enhanced performance and reduced risk of injury has led many young athletes and their parents to embrace this form of exercise. However, like any training regimen, strength training comes with both […]
What is Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain and how to manage it?
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain is a common condition that affects the joint connecting the jawbone to the skull. This discomfort can lead to difficulties in speaking, eating, and yawning, impacting the quality of life for millions of individuals worldwide. While TMJ pain can be debilitating, the combination of physiotherapy has emerged as an effective and […]
Stress fractures in dancers
Dancing is a physically demanding art form that involves equal parts strength, flexibility and grace. However, the intense training and repetitive movements that accompany dance can often lead to injuries, with stress fractures being one of the most common that I see in the clinic. In this blog post, I will delve into the world […]
7 tips to keep your knees happy and healthy
As we age, our joints, including our knees, become more vulnerable to wear and tear, leading to a higher risk of knee problems. Knee pain and injuries can affect our mobility and daily activities, making it important to take care of our knees as we age. In this blog post, we will discuss some tips […]
TURN UP THE HEAT (bags)!
We recently started stocking Wili Heat Bags at Pivotal, so it’s a great opportunity to talk about how different “temperature therapy” has a positive effect on our bodies – especially those aches and pains. Applying heat to muscles increases blood flow to the area, which helps relax muscle tension/tightness, relieve aching joints and reduce pain. […]
Welcome to the Pivotal Community.
We’re so glad you’re here. OUR PHILOSOPHY At Pivotal, we’re all about you! We believe everyone is unique and we pride ourselves on providing holistic care within a safe and inclusive environment. We listen and we hear you. This allows us to work with you to provide the best individualised care to help you be […]
Clinical Pilates – What and why?
What is Pilates? Pilates is a form of movement that focuses on: Breathing Axial Elongation & Core Control Spinal Articulation Organisation of the Head, Neck and Shoulders Alignment & Weight Bearing of the Extremities Movement Integration It is a somatic method of exercise, which means it helps to improve body awareness and consciousness of how […]
Postnatal Exercise – Part 2: The Reconditioning Process
Following on from our last blog on returning to exercise post natal where we discussed considerations, evidence and their time-frames. So, the question every mama wants to know – “When can I return to exercise?”. Let’s delve further into what the reconditioning process looks like. So, WHERE DO WE BEGIN? We strongly encourage women to […]