One of the popular topics in the fitness industry over the past few years has been “core stability”.  This is not merely the next exercise fad. Core stability is considered essential for preventing injuries to the lumbar spine.   Core stability is a misunderstood term. Typically, “the core” is associated with the strength of the […]

Australia is a sports-loving nation, as both participants and spectators.  Australia’s mild winters mean that in most parts of Australia, participation in outdoor exercise and sports can occur all year round.  According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), over 60% of Australians participate in sports and exercise programs.   The Medibank Private Safe Sports […]

The sacroiliac joint is located in the lower part of the back and joins the tail bone (sacrum) to one of the pelvic bones (ilium). There are two sacroiliac joints – one on either side of the spine. The sacroiliac joints act to transfer weight from the spine to the pelvis and allow a small […]