Published: August 6th 2026Author: MET Phys Allied Health Team, Highfields QLDReading time: Approx. 6 minutes August is Brain Injury Awareness Month in Australia – and at MET Phys, it’s a month that sits close to our hearts. Brain injury touches more Australian lives than most people realise, and the road to recovery is rarely walked … Read more
A hip replacement can be life-changing. For many people, surgery reduces pain and restores the potential for better movement. But while surgery replaces the damaged joint, it doesn’t automatically restore strength, balance, confidence, or the ability to return to everyday activities. That’s where allied health comes in. Recovery isn’t just about healing from surgery – … Read more
When most people think about osteopathy, they often think of back pain treatment. Although osteopaths frequently help people manage spinal discomfort, their expertise extends far beyond the back. From treating persistent headaches and neck tension to joint stiffness and movement limitations, osteopaths take a whole-body approach to helping people move and feel better. In this … Read more
Struggling with swallowing or noticing signs in a loved one? Learn what dysphagia is, why it’s common in older adults, and how early support can help. Book a screening today.
For many teenage boys and young men with ADHD or autism, life can feel overwhelming – school pressure, social expectations, emotional ups and downs. But here’s the challenge: support doesn’t always look the way people expect it to. If you’ve ever wondered what counselling actually involves (and whether it works), this guide breaks it down … Read more
By Molly Carrigan, Accredited Exercise Physiologist, Exercise Scientist, Reformer Pilates Instructor, Yoga Teacher, Somatic movement therapist
By Holly Bryant, Occupational Therapist
Pelvic floor dysfunction is far more common than many people realise — affecting women and menacross the lifespan. It can present as urinary or faecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pain, ordifficulty with bowel and bladder control. These symptoms can significantly impact confidence,physical activity, and quality of life. The good news? Targeted exercise therapy, delivered by … Read more
Allied health professionals play a vital role in supporting children from early intervention right through to the transition into adulthood. At MET Phys, our team works alongside families to help children and young people develop the skills they need to thrive at every stage. Occupational Therapy (OT) Occupational Therapists (OT) focus on helping individuals develop … Read more
By Les Everest, Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Accredited Exercise Scientist. GradDipExSci, BExSci, ESSAM, AEP,AES. Myotherapist Massage
By Molly Carrigan, Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Accredited Exercise Scientist
GradDipExSci, BExSci, ESSAM, AEP,AES
Spending time in nature is a simple yet powerful way to boost your physical and mental well-being. Discover easy ways to embrace the outdoors—no matter the season.
