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The Stretching Myth: Why You Might Want to Rethink Your Routine

Posted on by Giovanni La Rocca
2 person doing exercises rehabilitation
24
Oct

In the world of fitness and wellness, stretching has long been hailed as a crucial component of any exercise regimen. But what if we told you that the benefits of traditional stretching might not be as clear-cut as we’ve been led to believe? At Melbourne Massage and Treatment in Fitzroy North, we believe it’s essential […]

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Tendinopathy

Posted on by Giovanni La Rocca
Tendon and Tendinopathy diagram
30
Aug

Tendinopathy refers to the tendon’s painful or irritating condition, usually brought about by repetitive stress or overuse. Symptoms include pain, tenderness, and swelling in the affected area. It often results from activities that put excessive strain on the tendon or sudden increases in activity levels. What is a tendon? A tendon is a tough, flexible […]

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Body Biomechanics

Posted on by Giovanni La Rocca
representation of Moment Arm and torque
01
Jun

Biomechanics is a branch of biophysics, and it studies the structure, function biomechanics is a branch of biophysics, and it studies the structure, function and motion of the mechanical aspects of biological systems using mechanical methods.d motion of the mechanical parts of biological systems using mechanical methods. Why is Body Biomechanics important? The way we […]

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Tennis Elbow

Posted on by Giovanni La Rocca
MLD on Tennis Elbow
25
Sep

Tennis elbow or even known as Lateral Epicondylitis, is a condition that occurs on the lateral side of the forearm, at the elbow’s high. A common cause is repetitive motions of the wrist and arm. Tennis Elbow refers to how common this condition can be in tennis players. Said so, Lateral Epicondylitis is a condition […]

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Muscle VS Tendon

Posted on by Giovanni La Rocca

Muscle and Tendon are two types of fibres that connect bonds, allowing the joint to be moved by contracting or extending. Muscles and Tendons characteristics. A muscle consists of fibres of muscle cells covered by fascia, bundled with many more fibres, surrounded by thick protective tissue. So each muscle fibre is covered in the fascia, […]

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