by Body of Life | May 8, 2020 | Emotional Health, Education, Uncategorized, Young Adult's Health
Endometriosis is a complex and multifactorial disease that affects 1 in 10 Australian women. It occurs when tissue similar to that found in the uterus grows in other areas of the body, often involving multiple organs such as the bowel, bladder, ovaries, appendix and,...
by Body of Life | Nov 14, 2013 | Healthy Living, Women's Health
Breast Cancer has appeared regularly in the media recently with Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. Just in case you missed it we have included some signs and symptoms to check when doing a breast examination. All women should be familiar with the normal...
by Body of Life | May 6, 2013 | Back pain, Healthy Living, Women's Health
Mothers who care for their babies full time may lift equivalent of nearly one tonne every day according to an analysis performed by insurance company, Million Dollar Woman. As a new Mum myself, I have now experienced just how much lifting and bending is required...
by Body of Life | Sep 16, 2011 | Exercise, Healthy Living, Pregnancy, Women's Health
Your Pelvic Floor Health: Are you pregnant or nervous about sneezing, coughing or lifting? About your Pelvic Floor Muscles Over 4 million Australians have some kind of bladder or bowel control problem according to Continence Foundation of Australia. Incontinence can...
by Body of Life | Aug 27, 2010 | Back pain
Acute low back pain is incredibly common. According to the National Prescribing Services (NPS) 4 out of 5 Australians will have an acute low back pain episode sometime during their life. The good news is that you will probably recover from acute low back pain in a...