4 Things To Ask Your Doctor Before Surgery
If you’re going to have surgery, it’s good to be prepared. You should find out about what your surgery will involve, your medicines, what you need to do before the surgery, how to get to and from t...
Benefits of Sleep and Tips to Improve Sleep Routine
Sleep. It seems so simple but it eludes so many of us. Insomnia, sleep apnoea, anxiety and restlessness are becoming all too common as the world struggles to close their eyes and get enough deep rest.
In Australia, back pain is the most common musculoskeletal condition that people will consult a doctor for - but what causes it and how do we prevent back pain?
Benefits of breathwork and breathing exercises
There are so many beneficial and diverse ways to use the breath for wellbeing. Even just 5-10 minutes a day of focused breathing can have a positive impact on mental health and physical performance.
What Happens When We Feel Pain?
Ever wondered what causes pain? Pain is a sensation that is caused, not by the stimulus of injury itself but by the message that is sent to the brain and our response to the trigger is determined b...
We are Climate Neutral Certified
Like so many individuals, brands and businesses, we care about the health of our people and the planet. So, we’ve taken an important leap to reduce and offset our carbon emissions. WIth the help of...
THE STRESS FACTOR - Ways to reduce stress
Feeling stressed over weeks or months can weaken the immune system and cause high blood pressure, fatigue, depression, anxiety and have other harmful effects on the body. If you have been feeling ...
Both heat and ice can be effective treatments for many types of pain and injuries if used properly. Knowing their uses and more importantly, WHEN to use them can help improve your chances for a spe...
Recover Better with Laura Hingston - Australian 10m platform diver
Laura Hingston is an Australian 10m platform diver. She's an incredible athlete in a very demanding sport. She shares with us her journey and struggles through injury, rehab and recovery.
What Are The Benefits of Cold Showers?
Cold showers definitely get the heart racing! There are many reasons why you might be curious about cold showers and the physiological benefits for recovery, stress, mood, sleep and even weight loss.
Positive Mindset for Injury Recovery
No matter how you look at it, getting injured sucks. You were at the top of your game: and now forced to break from your training, your life, your established routine and the sports activities you ...
Have you got any good exercises for (insert some sports injury here)? It’s probably the number one question I’ve been asked as a sports physio. My answer is always the same; I have plenty of exerci...
How to Boost Incidental Activity
Incidental exercise is activity you do every day without even thinking about it. Running up the stairs, playing football with your kids, washing the car – all these tasks get your blood pumping and...
Cate Campbell: Australian Swimmer and Olympic Champion
As part of our #RecoverBetter series, Cate Campbell, Australian Swimmer, Olympic gold medalist and multiple world record holder talks to BodyICE about her injury management routine, how she recover...
If you’ve always thought that butter was bad for you, you’re not alone. Over time, food manufacturers have found fat-substitutions and offered low-fat options for almost everything. For over 5 deca...
Your Post ACL Reconstruction Game Plan
Being side-lined due to injury can be a very frustrating time for any athlete or active individual, but coming out from an ACL reconstruction surgery may at times simply feel hopeless. Fortunately,...
Jeffrey Hodges: How to Effectively Motivate Yourself & Others
The secret to motivation is the way you communicate with yourself, and others. Communicate in a particular way and all you'll get is resistance and apathy; change your communication style and you w...
BELLE BROCKHOFF: AUSTRALIAN SNOWBOARDER
As part of our #RecoverBetter series, Belle Brockhoff, Australian Olympic Snowboard Cross athlete shares her athlete journey and recovery tips. She talks to us about her recovery journey, the impor...
