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Sports Injuries Recovery: What Actually Works for Active Adults
Recovering from a sports injury involves more than simply resting until the pain disappears. Learn how structured rehabilitation, progressive exercise, load management, strength and balance training can help active adults safely return to sport and reduce the risk of re-injury.

Mark Howlin
Aug 31


Chronic Muscle Tightness and Postural Overload
Discover how physiotherapy can help address chronic muscle tightness and postural overload. This pathway combines hands-on treatment, targeted strengthening and stretching, movement retraining, and ergonomic advice to reduce persistent tension, improve movement, and restore more balanced loading.

Mark Howlin
Aug 19


Sleep, nutrition, and supplements: the hidden engine behind athletic recovery
Discover how sleep, nutrition and supplements support athletic recovery, improve performance and help athletes prevent fatigue and injury.

Maria Josefina Cánepa Bustos
Jul 22


ACL Surgery: Hamstring, Patellar Tendon or Donor Graft?
CL injuries are among the most common and impactful knee injuries in sport, often requiring long rehabilitation periods and, in many cases, surgical reconstruction. While ACL surgery has traditionally been the standard approach, current research supports both surgical and non-surgical pathways depending on the individual, activity level, and functional stability of the knee. This article explores ACL reconstruction in detail, including graft options (patellar tendon, hamstrin

Mark Howlin
Jun 5


Running Injury Prevention Tips: How to Prepare and Recover for Race Day
Training for a 5K, fun run or marathon? Learn how to prepare properly, avoid common running injuries, recover faster, and improve performance with expert physio tips for runners.

Maria Josefina Cánepa Bustos
May 8


Mobility vs flexibility: What do you actually need?
In the world of physical fitness and rehabilitation, understanding the distinction between mobility and flexibility is crucial for optimizing performance and preventing injuries. This post delves into the key differences between these two concepts, highlighting their importance in enhancing movement quality. We will explore effective strategies and rehabilitation exercises that can improve both mobility and flexibility, ensuring you are well-prepared for your physical activit

Maria Josefina Cánepa Bustos
Apr 23


Meniscus Tears: Surgery or No Surgery?
Knee pain this season could be a meniscal tear—but surgery isn’t always the answer. Recent research shows most cases improve with physiotherapy, restoring strength and function without the risks of surgery. While some injuries may still require an operation, many people recover fully through tailored rehab. Learn how to choose the right treatment and get back to moving pain-free.

Mark Howlin
Apr 15


Meniscus Tears Explained: Why Seeing a Physio in Sydney Can Help You Avoid Surgery
By Kenny Merlevede Senior Physiotherapist, Founder and Director · Registered with the AHPRA (PHY0002060505) Sports Rehabilitation · Musculoskeletal Problems · Sport Injuries · Neck pain, headaches, dizziness, jaw related neck pain Kenny is a physiotherapist with over 18 years’ experience in musculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation. He has a focus on identifying the contributing factors behind pain and treating complex presentations including chronic spine pain, neck and head

Kenny Merlevede
Oct 21, 2025


Why You Feel Glute Workouts in Your Back (and How a Physio in Bondi Junction Fixes It)
By Maria Josefina Canepa Bustos MSc Senior Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist · physiotherapist AHPRA registered · PHY0002918524 Paediatric Musculoskeletal Sports Rehabilitation · Overuse Sport Injuries Rehabilitation · Dry needling · Therapeutic exercise Maria Josefina Cánepa Bustos is a Senior Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with a focus on sports and paediatric musculoskeletal rehabilitation, with eight years of clinical experience across private practice, sports clubs, and a

Maria Josefina Cánepa Bustos
Oct 21, 2025


How a Physio in Sydney can help Shin Splints
By Kenny Merlevede Senior Physiotherapist, Founder and Director · Registered with the AHPRA (PHY0002060505) Sports Rehabilitation · Musculoskeletal Problems · Sport Injuries · Neck pain, headaches, dizziness, jaw related neck pain Kenny is a physiotherapist with over 18 years’ experience in musculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation. He has a focus on identifying the contributing factors behind pain and treating complex presentations including chronic spine pain, neck and head

Kenny Merlevede
Sep 4, 2025


Sports physio Sydney: return to sports stronger
By Kenny Merlevede Senior Physiotherapist, Founder and Director · Registered with the AHPRA (PHY0002060505) Sports Rehabilitation · Musculoskeletal Problems · Sport Injuries · Neck pain, headaches, dizziness, jaw related neck pain Kenny is a physiotherapist with over 18 years’ experience in musculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation. He has a focus on identifying the contributing factors behind pain and treating complex presentations including chronic spine pain, neck and head

Kenny Merlevede
Sep 4, 2025


The truth about strength training for children and teens
Strength training isn’t about kids lifting weights — it’s about helping them move well, build resilience, and stay injury-free. At Physio K in Bondi Junction, our paediatric physiotherapist Josefina supports children and teens with fun, targeted programs designed to build strength, coordination, and confidence.

Maria Josefina Cánepa Bustos
Jul 31, 2025


Tennis elbow vs. golfer’s elbow: What’s really going on with your elbow pain?
Not sure if your elbow pain is from tennis elbow or golfer’s elbow? These common overuse injuries affect more than just athletes. Learn the key differences, causes, symptoms, and how physiotherapy can help you recover

Mark Howlin
Jul 17, 2025


Creating comfort: the subtle art of the ergonomic home office
Back pain, stiff shoulders, and neck tension while working from home? Your setup could be to blame. This blog from Physio K shares practical ergonomic tips to transform your space and protect your posture—no fancy gear needed.

Maria Josefina Cánepa Bustos
Jun 5, 2025


PEACE & LOVE: The New Approach to Injury Recovery
Think ice is the best remedy for a sprained ankle or pulled muscle? Think again. The outdated RICE method is being replaced by PEACE & LOVE—a science-backed, holistic approach to soft tissue injury recovery that supports your body’s natural healing process.

Maria Josefina Cánepa Bustos
Jun 5, 2025


Headaches - types, causes, migraines, treatment and prevention
Headaches - types, causes, migraines, treatment and prevention

Maria Josefina Cánepa Bustos
May 18, 2025


The Core of Your Wellbeing: Understanding and Training the CORE
Because the core is made up of muscles with different functions — some deep and stabilising, others more global and movement-focused — it’s important to train both selective activation and integrated strength

Maria Josefina Cánepa Bustos
May 6, 2025


Overuse Injuries in Young Athletes: Recognising, Preventing, and Managing the Risks
Overuse Injuries in Young Athletes: Recognising, Preventing, and Managing the Risks

Maria Josefina Cánepa Bustos
Apr 9, 2025


Barefoot Shoes: Benefits, Evidence & How to Transition
Curious about barefoot shoes? Explore the potential benefits, what the evidence really shows, and how to transition safely and gradually.

Kenny Merlevede
Jan 14, 2025


What is an Acupressure Mat?
Everything you need to know about Acupressure Mat and it's benefits

Kenny Merlevede
Dec 10, 2024
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