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News, education, tips and advice from the Bodyline Health team in Lower Plenty. General information only: see a qualified practitioner for advice about your situation.
Most of the dizziness Dr Phil Mifsud sees is positional vertigo, where the balance system in the inner ear sends the wrong signals. He explains what is happening, the neck tightness that often goes with it, and the home manoeuvre that helps reset it.
The rotator cuff is four small muscles that hold your shoulder together. Dr Phil Mifsud explains why keeping overhead movement matters most after any shoulder injury, and the daily towel exercise he uses with patients.
Bending over to pick something up and your back goes into spasm? Dr Phil Mifsud explains why the real cause is usually what you did in the days before, and how to plan big jobs so it does not happen.
Chronic pain often starts with an injury that was never properly addressed. Dr Phil Mifsud explains central sensitisation and why building strength and confidence through small, achievable goals is the most reliable way forward.
Groin injuries are common in gymnasts, tennis and basketball players. Dr Phil Mifsud explains how they happen, the difference between a strain and a tear, and why a slow, structured return to sport matters.
Back or pelvic pain that moves around, makes it hard to sleep and will not stretch out is often pelvic instability. Dr Phil Mifsud explains why moving pain is a good sign, and how hands-on treatment and single-leg exercises fix it.
Back pain and pelvic tightness are common in pregnancy. Dr Phil Mifsud explains how treatment is adapted through each trimester, including seated and side-lying techniques, so mums-to-be stay comfortable.
Hip replacements have changed a lot in 20 years. Dr Phil Mifsud explains how long to hold off, the everyday signs that it is time to see a surgeon, and why pre- and post-surgery rehab makes such a difference.
Changing posture is hard, so Dr Phil Mifsud uses one simple, repeatable cue with patients: chest proud, shoulders back. Here is why it works for neck and lower back pain.
Wry neck (acute torticollis) is when you wake up with a stiff, sore neck that will turn one way but catches the other. Dr Phil Mifsud explains why it is so common on Mondays and how it is treated.
