May 22, 2019
The gastrointestinal tract, or gut, is a complex organ that is responsible for the digestion of food and excretion of indigestible material. For people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) symptoms in the gut, such as bloating, lower abdominal discomfort or pain, diarrhoea and constipation can significantly impact on the person's quality of life. For many years, effective dietary management was limited until researchers at Monash University developed the FODMAP diet.
FODMAP stands for:
Fermentable
Oligosaccharides
Disaccharides
Monosaccharides
And
Polyols
These FODMAPs are non-digested carbohydrates found in a range of foods that for some people can cause symptoms. We know that 3 out of 4 people with diagnosed IBS will get improvement in their symptoms through undergoing the FODMAP elimination diet. It is important to note that this diet is temporary, and through elimination, challenges to establish tolerance levels of particular FODMAPs and, finally, an individualised eating diet plan is the best strategy to a healthy diet. As a dietitian with expertise in managing people with IBS and the FODMAP diet, Michelle can help you navigate this complex diet to find the right balance for you.
April 02, 2026
Our new dance screening combines objective strength testing with dance-specific expertise to assess strength, control, and movement quality. Each 45-minute session provides dancers with a clear summary of results and a personalised strength and conditioning program designed to support safer training, improved technique, and performance goals.
March 31, 2026
Warm‑ups before high‑intensity exercise consistently improve performance and reduce injury risk, but not all warm‑up methods are equally effective. Research shows that stretching, whether static or dynamic does not meaningfully enhance performance or prevent injuries for most sports. The most reliable warm‑up strategy is simple: rehearse the movements you’re about to do at a lower intensity, then gradually build up.
March 27, 2026
Physiotherapist takes you through the strong links between pain and stress. How these areas are interconnected and how we can best make a plan to help get your pain under control.
