Have you ever noticed a distinct click or pop in your jaw when you yawn, chew, or talk? You are certainly not alone. Jaw clicking is incredibly common, but because it happens right near the ear, it can feel a lot more alarming than a click in a knee or an ankle. At Bodyreform (1…
When you are dealing with a stubborn injury, desk fatigue, or chronic muscle tension, heat is one of the most effective tools at your disposal. It increases blood flow, relaxes tight muscle fibers, and dials down pain signaling to the brain. However, not all heat bags are created equal. Many standard options on the market…
There is nothing more frustrating for a runner than being sidelined. Whether you have been dealing with Runner’s Knee, shin splints, or an Achilles tweak, the urge to lace up your shoes and chase your previous performance levels is incredibly strong. However, at Bodyreform (1 Schofield Street, Grey Lynn), we often see runners re-injure themselves…
Running is one of the most accessible ways to stay fit, but it also comes with a high rate of repetitive impact. Lately, at our Bodyreform studio on 1 Schofield Street, Grey Lynn, we have seen an influx of local runners coming in with persistent aches and pains. Most running injuries don’t happen because of…
How is RCRSP Diagnosed? A diagnosis of RCRSP (Rotator Cuff-Related Shoulder Pain) is not found on a computer screen; it is found through a detailed clinical assessment. We look at your history, specific pain triggers, and how your shoulder moves and functions, particularly during elevation and external rotation. The Truth About Scans: It may surprise…
Why Your Shoulder Pain Might Be RCRSP If you struggle to hang out the washing, reach into a high cupboard, or find a comfortable sleeping position, you aren’t alone. These are the hallmark signs of Rotator Cuff-Related Shoulder Pain (RCRSP). At Bodyreform (1 Schofield Street, Grey Lynn), we see this condition frequently. It is actually…
Passive vs. Active Treatment: Why “Moving” is Your Best Medicine The Two Sides of Recovery When you are in pain, the first thing you usually want is for someone to “fix” it. You might think of a massage, a joint click, or some dry needling. In the clinical world, we call these Passive Treatments. While…
Why Pain is a Normal Part of Getting Better One of the most common questions we hear at Bodyreform is: “Is it okay that this hurts a little?” The short answer is: Yes. In fact, research shows that controlled, low-level pain during exercise can actually improve recovery outcomes. It builds confidence and teaches your brain…
How is Frozen Shoulder Actually Diagnosed? Frozen Shoulder is a “diagnosis of exclusion.” This means there is no single “gold standard” test or scan that can definitively say you have it. Instead, Sarah and Emma look for a specific clinical signature: a global loss of both active and passive range of motion, especially when rotating…
The Frustrating Puzzle of Frozen Shoulder It starts subtly. Perhaps it was a minor tweak months ago that never quite settled, or maybe the ache just appeared without warning. Suddenly, you’re wincing when you reach for the seatbelt, struggling to do up a bra, or waking up every time you roll onto your side at…
