Discover how starting physiotherapy up to six weeks before your knee replacement surgery can significantly improve your recovery. At Praxis Physiotherapy, our expert-led programs integrate reformer Pilates, blood flow restriction training, and access to on-site gyms to support your rehabilitation every step of the way. Whether you’re referred by Dr. Kelly Macgroarty or another orthopaedic specialist, we’re here to help you move with confidence.
ACL reconstruction is just the beginning. At Praxis Physiotherapy in Brisbane, our expert-led, week-by-week rehab plan takes you from prehab to full return-to-sport. Learn how our proven approach, trusted by elite Brisbane teams and surgeons, helps you recover stronger and smarter.
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common causes of chronic pain and mobility restriction in Australians over 45. Whether you're a weekend warrior, an active grandparent, or someone just trying to keep up with the daily demands of life, OA can slowly erode...
Recovering from ACL surgery? Praxis Physiotherapy delivers structured, evidence-based ACL rehab to help you return to life, sport, and everyday function. Learn more.
Osgood-Schlatter disease (OSD) (or tibial tuberosity traction apophysitis) is a common condition that affects the knee, primarily in adolescents and young athletes. OSD is more frequently experienced in males 12-15 years old who are involved in activities that require...
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is a common condition that affects the knee joint, particularly the area where the kneecap (patella) meets the thigh bone (femur). It is a prevalent issue among athletes, active individuals, and people with certain anatomical...
We often get asked what are the benefits of one form of exercise versus another. Sometimes this is as simple as discussing the difference between cardio and weights. Today's article focuses on the difference between a two types of gym based loading programs Bilateral...
Knee Osteoarthritis is a common ailment responsible for pain, loss of function and reduced quality of life Rates of knee OA are set to increase Whilst there is no cure, exercise therapy under the guidance of a physiotherapist is considered a front line treatment to...
Summary: Restriction of blood flow purportedly creates an internal environment of greater stress, thus greater adaptation Importantly, the greater adaptation can occur with less absolute load to damaged or painful tissues Started in healthy population to build muscles...
If you play a jumping sport like volleyball, basketball or AFL and feel a nagging pain at the front of your knee when you jump, land or change direction, you may be developing patellar tendinopathy. This article explains why it happens, who’s most at risk, and how physio-led rehab helps you get back to full power.
Do you have a good knee and a bad knee? Do your knees snap, crackle and pop? Do you ever wish you could walk for longer without pain or not be worried about how your knees will feel in the morning if you were living your life to the fullest? Knee pain is a very common...
Answer: FICTION 🙊 “Osteoarthritis” is a common term that gets used by our patients as an explanation of their knee pain. But is this always the case 🤔? 🔍In a recent systematic review estimates of osteoarthritis feature prevalence on MRI among asymptomatic uninjured...
We at Praxis think that patient education is the cornerstone of good physiotherapy. We particularly enjoy discussing people's understanding of their injuries or the beliefs around certain activities. As such we are starting "Fact or Fiction Friday's" in which we...
Running. Probably one of the most maligned exercises when it comes to knees and overuse injuries. The thought that running 'wears' out your knees and causes osteoarthritis (a chronic disease often associated with joint pain and stiffness, reduced mobility and reduced...