Carrying babies in a soft fabric sling or carrier close to their parent has been practised throughout the world for centuries. However, at least 5 babies across three Australian states have died during use of an infant sling or baby carrier since 2004. Case reports from...
Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects social interaction, communication, and behaviour. It is called a "spectrum disorder" because it includes a wide range of symptoms and severity levels, and individuals with autism can exhibit a diverse set of strengths...
A clubfoot, also known as congenital talipes equinovarus (CTEV), is a birth defect where one or both feet are rotated inward and downward. The term "clubfoot" refers to the way the foot is shaped, resembling the head of a golf club. This condition is one...
Silent aspiration refers to a condition where food, liquid, saliva, or other substances are inhaled (aspirated) into the airways and lungs without triggering the cough reflex or even causing any noticeable symptoms. Normally, aspiration triggers coughing or choking as the body attempts to expel the...
Here at My Favourite Physio our Expert Physiotherapists are trained to treat Headaches and Migraines using the Watson Headache Approach to Headaches and Migraines. One of the frequently asked questions we get about our 3 Steps Headache and Migraine Elimination Session is : Do you prescribe medication? You will...
Erb palsy is a condition whereby there is paralysis of the muscles of the upper arm and shoulder girdle due to an injury to the upper part of the brachial plexus nerves to the arm. Recently, here at My Favourite Physio, we had the opportunity to...
Did you know that babies should be able to sit by themselves by 7-8 months old? Some babies are sitting by themselves at 6 months. By 8 months old, babies should be moving in and out of sitting from lying easily. If your baby isn't doing so, then...
Asperger syndrome (AS), also known as Asperger's, is a developmental disorder characterised by significant difficulties in social interaction and nonverbal communication, along with restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior and interests. As a milder autism spectrum disorder (ASD), it differs from other ASDs by relatively...
If you suffer from Tension Headaches, you are not alone. In fact, it is estimated that about 7 million Australians are likely to have Tension-type Headaches! A recent WHO report states that the onset of Tension-type Headaches is often in teenage years and is most common in 40-50...
Prematurity, defined as being born before 37 weeks of gestation, can have significant impacts on a baby's growth and development. These impacts can vary widely among premature babies, depending on how early they were born and their health complications. Here are some key areas affected: 1.Physical...