Developing life skills through sports

Sport is good for your child's physical health. Sport also has psychological benefits for children and teaches them important life skills.

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Safe exercise for children

Your child needs to exercise safely. Read about what equipment and activities are safe for them, and how much exercise they should be doing.

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Sports massage

Sports massage is designed to help people who exercise. It can aid healing after an injury. Learn more about what to expect from a sports massage.

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Drugs in sport

Using drugs to boost performance can harm your health. Learn about drug types and how agencies work to keep sport fair and safe for everyone.

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ACL reconstruction

If your knee continually gives way after an ACL rupture, reconstruction offers the chance of improving the stability of your knee in everyday life and in sporting activities.

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Sprained wrist

A sprained wrist occurs when a ligament is stretched or torn, often during sports or falls. Symptoms include pain and swelling. Treatment is rest, ice, compression and elevation.

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Dental injury

Dental injuries can happen with falls or when playing sport. They can also happen when eating something hard. Learn about dental first aid here.

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Massage therapy guide

By manipulating the body's soft tissues, massage therapists can help manage a range of conditions. Learn more about the different types of massage.

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Remedial massage

Remedial massage may help ease muscle, joint or soft tissue problems. Read on to learn how to find a therapist and when it might be right for you.

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Swedish massage

Swedish massage is a common type of massage that can help your muscles relax and relieve stress. Learn about what to expect from a Swedish massage.

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Caffeine

Caffeine is a stimulant found in coffee, teas, chocolate and energy drinks. It acts on your brain and nervous system. Learn more about caffeine here.

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Group exercise for beginners

Learn about group exercise, its benefits, and how to start. Find tips on choosing the right activity, staying motivated, and preventing injuries.

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Concussion

Concussion is the short-term loss of brain function following a head injury. Learn more about the causes, signs and symptoms of concussion.

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Health benefits of swimming

Swimming is a great low-impact activity that you can do at any age and with any fitness level. These tips will help you get started with swimming.

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Tendinopathy

Tendinopathy is a painful condition that occurs with overuse or injury of tendons. Read about symptoms, treatment, prevention and when to see a doctor.

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HeadCheck app

The HeadCheck App is a decision support app to assist a person after a head knock, first aiders, trainers, coaches, teachers, carers and family to recognise the signs and symptoms of a concussion, seek medical attention and provide recovery guidance for of concussion or suspected concussion.

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Exercise physiologist

Exercise physiologists help improve your health through personalised exercise plans. Learn how they can help you and where to find one.

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Head injuries

Head injuries can be serious, even if they're not visible. Read about signs and symptoms, as severe head injuries always need to be seen by a doctor.

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Living with a stoma

Many Australians live with a stoma (ostomy) after removal of part of their bowel or bladder. With support, most maintain a good quality of life.

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Shin splints

Shin splints are caused by overusing your lower leg muscles. Find out more about their symptoms, treatments and other causes of shin pain.

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Limb injuries

A limb injury is harm to limbs including arms, legs, fingers, or toes. Find out more about limb injuries, infection, treatment and prevention.

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Sever's disease

Sever's disease is a common cause of heel pain in children. It affects children 8 – 14 years of age. Find out more about the symptoms and treatment.

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First aid kits

An organised and properly stocked first aid kit can help in an emergency or accident. Learn what to keep in your kit and how to use the items.

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Sprained ankle

Spraining your ankle can be very painful and debilitating, read more to learn how to treat it and prevent complications.

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Clavicle fracture (broken collarbone)

A clavicle fracture (broken collarbone) causes a lot of pain and makes it hard to move your arm. Find out more about the symptoms and treatment.

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Running tips for beginners

Running can be a fun way to exercise. Running can help you stay in shape and help you lose weight. Learn how you can start running safely.

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Tendinosis

Tendinosis is when your tendon is damaged from overuse. Learn why it is important to be diagnosed, and how to manage and prevent tendinosis.

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Baker's cysts

Baker's cysts are caused by fluid that comes from the knee joint. Here's how to treat the symptoms once diagnosed, and respond to complications.

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Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy can help treat a range of health problems. Learn about what physiotherapists do, the conditions they treat and how they can help you.

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Tendinitis

Tendinitis (tendonitis) is an inflamed tendon, often in the shoulder, elbow, wrist, knee or heel. Learn about symptoms, treatment and prevention.

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