THE INSTIL PHYSIO BLOG

A constantly growing and evolving collection of professional perspectives on physiotherapy, health, sports performance and rehabilitation, acupuncture and personal wellbeing for female athletes.

Don't Settle - An Athlete's Perspective.

Instil Physio

Dec 2, 20193 min read

Don't Settle - An Athlete's Perspective.

Sport has always been a large part of my life. Born and raised into the swimming world, I found a lifelong love and appreciation for the...

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MUST READ: Iron Deficiency and The Female Athlete.What you don’t know about IRON but probably should

Instil Physio

Nov 25, 20195 min read

MUST READ: Iron Deficiency and The Female Athlete.What you don’t know about IRON but probably should

Unexplained pain? Stubborn injuries? Fatigue? Weakness? Decreased endurance? Decreased performance? Did you know that low iron (i.e. iron...

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I am not my diagnosis, I am just myelin challenged! Truths and misconceptions about Relapsing-Remitt

Instil Physio

Mar 7, 20182 min read

I am not my diagnosis, I am just myelin challenged! Truths and misconceptions about Relapsing-Remitt

Let’s break down some facts and barriers around MS and exercise. People with MS will experience a variety of symptoms and levels of...

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Instil Physio

Nov 15, 20173 min read

Acupuncture: FAQ’s

What does acupuncture feel like? Contemporary Acupuncture Practitioners use a pain-free needling technique. Typically, individuals will...

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Micaela Zettel, PT, MScPT, MCISc AHCP SEM, BScHK(hons),

Sep 22, 20175 min read

Female athletes leaking urine? What?

I think it’s fair to say we are now aware that incontinence in women postpartum is common (but not normal). However, many are not aware...

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Consider the Connections: Fascia links systems upon systems

Instil Physio

Jul 21, 20174 min read

Consider the Connections: Fascia links systems upon systems

Whether you are in the gym training, seeing your Massage Therapist, seeing your Physiotherapist or “Googling” your symptoms, talk about...

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Instil Physio

Jun 9, 20173 min read

Let’s Talk Modern Medical Acupuncture

I’ll admit that when I first committed to learning more about acupuncture, I had my doubts. I partly expected to be learning a theory...

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