Tom Russell, Author at NextGen Physio

Can you do this?

by Tom Russell | Jun 17, 2016 | Newcastle Physiotherapy, Physiotherapy

Can you do this? Can you do this? Being able to hold a deep squat for a minimum of FIVE MINUTES (yes, we said five!) is a basic functional movement that ALL humans should be able to achieve. Unfortunately, due to the physical pressures of the modern world (sitting...

A physios take on yoga

by Tom Russell | May 19, 2016 | Newcastle Physiotherapy, Physiotherapy

A physios take on yoga A physios take on yoga As physiotherapists, we are in the game of assessing and treating injuries and those with tightness and pain. This is what we do all day!! (and love doing so!). As a result, we are frequently asked the following question...

Get moving!

by Tom Russell | May 17, 2016 | Newcastle Physiotherapy, Physiotherapy

Get moving! Get moving! Lately I have had a few patients ask me what I recommend as the ideal amount of exercise each week. The answer I give is according to Australia’s Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines (The Department of Health, 2014). Children...

Calf Flexibility & Strength

by Tom Russell | May 16, 2016 | Newcastle Physiotherapy, Physiotherapy

Calf Flexibility & Strength Calf Flexibility & Strength So far in 2016, I have been treating a lot of people who have either recently begun a running program, or have increased their running volume in an attempt to get faster. These individuals tend to have a...

Should you foam roll or stretch first? The rubber band analogy

by Tom Russell | Apr 26, 2016 | Newcastle Physiotherapy, Physiotherapy

Should you foam roll or stretch first? The rubber band analogy Should you foam roll or stretch first? The rubber band analogy First off, foam rolling really can encompass any technique that falls under the “self-massage”/rolling category. This could involve utilising...

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