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Why Your Rest Is Actually Making You Worse If you’re living on the Gold Coast, you’re likely here for the lifestyle. Whether it’s hitting the surf at Burleigh, training at your local CrossFit box, or just weekend coastal walks, being active isn’t just a hobby, it’s the culture. But when lower back pain or sciatica strikes, the traditional advice usually sounds like this: “Go home, take an anti-inflammatory, and lie down for a few days.” At Rogue Rehabilitation, we’re here to

Fascia is a fascinating and often overlooked component of the human body. It is a connective tissue that surrounds muscles, bones, nerves, and organs, creating a continuous web throughout the body. This network plays a crucial role in supporting and enabling movement. Understanding fascia's function can help improve physical performance, reduce pain, and enhance overall well-being. Understanding Fascia and Body Movement Fascia is not just a passive wrapping; it actively contr

Lateral hip pain is one of the most common complaints we see and one of the most misunderstood. People feel it: During squats or deadlifts When walking or running Rolling over in bed Sitting for long periods And the usual response?👉 Stretch it👉 Ignore it👉 Train through it That’s why it lingers. What’s Often Going On Lateral hip pain is frequently linked to poor load tolerance around the hip especially the glute medius. When this muscle isn’t doing its job properly, the hip

(Featuring the most common tradie questions answered by our rehab specialist) If you’re a tradie, your body is  your livelihood and nothing derails a week's work faster than a low-back blowout. At Rogue Rehabilitation, we see the same pattern over and over again: Herniated discs and low-back strains caused by repetitive bending, lifting, twisting, or carrying uneven loads. And here’s the kicker:It’s rarely caused by a single “big lift” moment.It ’s death by a thousand micro-m

If you’re waking up with that stiff, “I slept funny” neck pain, you’re not alone.The good news? Most people can get relief with a simple morning routine that gently resets the neck and upper back before the tension takes over your whole day. In a recent video, Brad from Rogue Rehabilitation shared a super practical technique anyone can do the moment they get out of bed. Here’s a breakdown of what he recommends. Why Your Neck Feels Tight in the Morning Hours of staying in the

Sharp pain vs Dull pain - When to know when you need to seek advice

When we think about pain, we often focus on injuries, posture, or muscle tension. But what if your pain is being influenced by something deeper your hormones? Hormones play a huge role in how our bodies function day to day. Changes in estrogen, testosterone, cortisol, and insulin levels can all have a major impact on how you feel. For example: Fluctuating estrogen or testosterone  can affect muscle and joint health for both men and women. Elevated cortisol , the body’s stress

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