A GP’s guide to hip and knee arthritis
Arthritis is a significant health concern in Australia, affecting over 2.5 million people and accounting for more than $20 billion annually in healthcare costs. Read More...
Clinical Articles
Belly lesions: what causes them and how to treat them
There are a number of lesions that occur at or near the umbilicus during childhood, especially during infancy. Their natural history and management are dependent on clinical diagnosis. Read More...
Endometriosis and infertility: understanding the link and exploring treatment options
Endometriosis is a common yet often misunderstood gynaecological condition affecting millions of women globally, particularly during their reproductive years. It is a leading cause of chronic pelvic pain and, significantly, infertility. Read More...
Fussy eating in children: when should we worry?
Fussy eating is common in childhood, and a frequent cause for stress in parents. It can start as early as two months with the disappearance of the sucking reflex. Data suggests introducing solid, lumpy food no earlier than from six months onwards, or children are more likely to develop fussy eating habits. Read More...
The role of pelvic health physiotherapy in prostate cancer
Many men do not know how they can improve their pelvic health to manage pelvic symptoms secondary to prostate cancer. Read More...
Prostate cancer: early detection and advances in management
Prostate cancer remains one of the most common malignancies affecting men, particularly those over 50 years of age. While it typically progresses slowly, allowing for prolonged disease management, early detection and timely intervention are key to improving clinical outcomes. Read More...
The might and magic of medications for Type 2 diabetes management
As another new year begins, we can reflect on the ingenuity of the past. Early in the 19th century, Royal Artillery surgeon John Rollo first used the term ‘diabetes mellitus’ to describe the excessive production of sweet urine by a “large corpulent person”. Read More...
Pain intervention techniques for cancer patients
Cancer pain is a multidimensional phenomenon. The source of pain may be from cancer progression itself, from associated treatments, or from non-cancer related pain generators, for example arthritis or radicular pain. Regardless of the reason, pain can significantly impact on patients’ quality of life, cause psychological distress, and lead to functional limitations. Read More...