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Specialist in Pelvic Pain

Managing Postnatal

Menopause Health and Wellness

Mens' Pelvic Floor Health
Children's Continence

General Physiotherapy

Specialist in Pelvic Pain

Managing Postnatal

Menopause Health and Wellness

Mens' Pelvic Floor Health
Children's Continence

General Physiotherapy

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Shockwave for Chronic Musculoskeletal Conditions

Janette O'toole

Mar 1
1 min

Shockwave for Chronic Musculoskeletal Conditions

Shockwave therapy (also called radial pressure wave) are acoustic waves transmitted into the body by a handpiece. Shockwaves can: - have an effect on a cellular level beneficial for healing - increase blood flow and help formation of new blood vessels - improve tissue repair - be helpful for local pain relief Clinical studies have shown improvement in symptoms in: - Plantar fasciitis- pain under the arch of the foot or heel pain - Chronic tendinopathies - Tennis elbow - Achil

Five healthy habits for your bladder and bowel

Janette O'toole

Feb 21
1 min

Five healthy habits for your bladder and bowel

Healthy bladder and bowel habits can have a positive effect on your overall health. Making small changes can often help. Drink 1.5 to 2 litres (6-8 cups) of fluid every day. Water is best but all fluid (tea, coffee, milk, juice) counts. Eat a healthy, varied diet. Aim to eat 30 grams of fibre each day. Fruit, vegetables, wholegrains, lentils and pulses are all a great source of fibre. Try to avoid going just in case. When you get an urge to pass urine, you should be able to h

Christmas opening hours 2021

Janette O'toole

Dec 6, 2021
1 min

Christmas opening hours 2021

Better Health Physio (Annandale) opening hours Mon 13th Dec 700am- 300pm Wed 15th Dec 800am-1200pm Thurs 16th Dec 700am- 700pm Sat 18th Dec 800am-1200pm Mon 20th Dec 800am- 200pm Thurs 23rd Dec 900am- 500pm Then reopens... Mon 10th Jan 700am- 300pm By appointment only. Please call 9518 0722 Or email janette@betterhealthpractice.com.au #physio #christmas2021 #openinghours

COVID-19 Policy

Janette O'toole

Sep 27, 2021
1 min

COVID-19 Policy

Better Health Physio is open. However, as usual, we remain vigilant to prevent any spread of COVID-19.⠀⠀ COVID-19 Policy All clinical and non clinical staff have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19. All staff are having regular Covid-19 surveillance testing. All staff wear masks and follow all the NSW Health guidelines regarding best practice.⠀⠀⠀ As a reminder:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ - all patients to use Service NSW check in. - please wash hands with supplied hand sanitiser upon entering

Tradies National Health Month

Janette O'toole

Aug 2, 2021
1 min

Tradies National Health Month

A tradies’ health is their most important tool. However, tradies in Australia experience some of the highest rates of injury and time off work compared to other workers. Although tradies make up less than 30% of the workforce they make up over 50% of serious injuries in the workplace. Tradies are at risk as they often are engaged in repetitive bending and lifting activities. Injuries may include: - back pain - neck pain - shoulder pain - muscle or tendon injury Tradies are we

April is Falls Prevention month

Janette O'toole

Apr 9, 2021
2 min

April is Falls Prevention month

In NSW there are · approximately 27,000 hospitalisations each year due to falls · more than 400 deaths each year due to falls · more than one in three people aged 65 or over fall at least once a year (and many fall more often) Tips to prevent falls: Improve your balance and strength - you can do this by attending an exercise class or doing exercises at home. Don’t rush. Pay attention to what you are doing. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to review your medication to c

Merry Christmas

Janette O'toole

Dec 23, 2020
1 min

Merry Christmas

See you in the New Year #physio #Annandale #innerwest

Better Health Physio (Annandale)

Janette O'toole

Dec 14, 2020
1 min

Better Health Physio (Annandale)

Mon 14th Dec 7am- 430pm Thurs 17th Dec 7am- 4pm Sat 19th Dec 9am- 12pm Mon 21st Dec 7am- 130pm Wed 23rd Dec 8am- 1130am Thurs 7th Jan 7am- 130pm Mon 18th Jan 7am- 2pm By appointment only. Please call 9518 0722 Or email janette@betterhealthpractice.com.au #physio #christmas2020 #openinghours

Bladder 101

Janette O'toole

Nov 19, 2020
2 min

Bladder 101

November is National Bladder Health month. Here are some top tips for women to keep their bladder healthy! 1) Don't go to the toilet if you don't need to go. Many girls and young women are taught to empty their bladders before they leave the house. Instead, listen to your body and pay attention to your natural urges. Your bladder works best when it can tell you when it needs to be emptied, rather than the other way around! 2) Please don’t hover and sit down on the loo. Your

TENS during labour

Janette O'toole

Oct 15, 2020
2 min

TENS during labour

TENS: a safe, drug-free alternative to help pain during labour As well as pain medication, there are alternative or additional pain relief options for women to use during labour. These include gentle movement, massage, warm shower or baths and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS). TENS has been used in the management of chronic and acute pain for many years. For over 20 years TENS has also been used by women during labour to help with reducing the intensity of p

There is nothing like doing a good poo!

Janette O'toole

Sep 11, 2020
2 min

There is nothing like doing a good poo!

Unfortunately nothing causes more misery in people’s lives than bowel problems. This may include constipation, difficulty emptying the bowels, poor control of gas and stool, rectal prolapse, haemorrhoids or pain from anal fissures. Bowel problems are very common. At least 10% of men and women will report long term problems. Unfortunately many people are embarrassed to talk about this, even with their nearest and dearest. This stops them getting the advice and help that they n

How to look after your private parts…(part 2)

Janette O'toole

Sep 10, 2020
1 min

How to look after your private parts…(part 2)

The do’s and don’ts of washing your nether regions From vaginal steaming to jade eggs, the internet is literally flooded with products and devices to keep the vagina healthy. But when keeping a vagina happy and healthy, it is definitely a case of less is more. Do… - gently wash the area outside the vagina (the vulva) with water and a gentle soap every day. This should be all you need to keep this area healthy. A simple, unperfumed soap or soap-free wash is best. - wear cotton

How to look after your private parts... (part 1)

Janette O'toole

Sep 9, 2020
1 min

How to look after your private parts... (part 1)

The in’s and out’s of vaginal discharge The vagina is designed to keep itself clean. It is normal for women to produce clear or white secretions (discharge) from their vagina. The amount and type of discharge can change during menstruation, as well as during pregnancy or menopause. Healthy discharge doesn't have a strong smell or colour. Discharge should not cause itching or soreness around the vagina. If there are any changes that aren't normal for you, such as a change in c

Healthy Bladder Tips for Women

Janette O'toole

Sep 8, 2020
1 min

Healthy Bladder Tips for Women

1) Empty the bladder 4 - 7 times a day 2) It is normal to sleep through the night or to wake up once to empty your bladder 3) Avoid getting into the habit of going ‘just-in-case’ 4) It is important to sit down on the toilet and not ‘hover’ 5) Take your time to empty the bladder. Relax. Don’t strain. 6) Drink at least 1.5L of fluid per day, and more in hot weather or when you are exercising. 7) Reduce things which may ‘irritate’ your bladder. This includes any caffeinat

Pelvic floor

Janette O'toole

Sep 7, 2020
1 min

Pelvic floor

What is the pelvic floor? The pelvic floor is a sling that spans the bottom of the pelvis, much like a trampoline. It is comprised of muscles, ligaments, connective tissue and nerves. Why is it important? The pelvic floor muscles (or Kegel muscles) help with: · Bladder control · Bowel control · Pelvic organ support (bladder, bowel and uterus) to prevent vaginal prolapse · Sexual arousal and satisfaction · Back and pelvic support Who needs to do pelvic floor exercises? All wom

Women's Health Week- make your help a priority!

Janette O'toole

Sep 1, 2020
1 min

Women's Health Week- make your help a priority!

Jean Haile's Women's Health Week is a nation-wide campaign – all centered on improving women's health and helping us make healthier choices. Women’s Health Week (7th - 11 September 2020) is dedicated to all women across Australia to make good health a priority. s Women’s Health Week is a week dedicated to all women across Each day of Women's Health Week I will focus on an important women's health topic. To celebrate Women's Health Week at Better Health, I will be offering a

A novel treatment for men and women suffering from bladder problems

Janette O'toole

Jul 16, 2020
2 min

A novel treatment for men and women suffering from bladder problems

Bladder issues and urinary incontinence affects 5 million Australians and can occur in both men and women. Bladder urgency Bladder (urinary) urgency is a sudden and strong sensation to empty the bladder. You may also hear it referred to as an overactive bladder or detrusor instability. If you experience bladder problems you may also: feel the need to go to the toilet frequently to pass urine have to rush to the toilet, with little warning leak as you approach the toilet exper

Pelvic floor exercises for men having Radical Prostatectomy: new Australian research

Janette O'toole

Jun 15, 2020
2 min

Pelvic floor exercises for men having Radical Prostatectomy: new Australian research

There is a high incidence (between 69-98%) of urinary incontinence in men following a radical prostatectomy for prostate cancer. The severity of incontinence can vary greatly, from quite mild to severe. In most cases these symptoms will generally resolve over time. However, incontinence may persist for over 12 months in up to 50% of men following radical prostatectomy. This can have a huge impact on their sense of well being and can have negative effects their quality of life

Physio in lock down

Janette O'toole

May 21, 2020
1 min

Physio in lock down

It certainly is a strange time. Working from home? Exercising less or not at all? Spending more time watching Netflix or Stan? Back and neck pain are on the rise as we stuck in poor postures for longer and moving less. Physiotherapy can help by providing: soft tissue releases joint mobilisations ergonomic advice prescription of specific home exercises If you are having any issues, please give us a call, we would love to help! #neckpain #backpain #physio #innerwest #annandale