Foot pain, poor balance, or stiff hips? It could be your arches. In this case study, we dive into Debbie’s journey from rigid feet and painful walking to feeling grounded and mobile—without relying on orthotics.

The Windlass Mechanism isn’t just a fancy term—it’s the foot’s built-in suspension system. This deep-dive explores the plantar fascia’s role during walking, how toe extension lifts the arch, and why failure of this mechanism leads to pain and dysfunction. We unpack passive, reverse, and active windlass mechanics and arm therapists with assessment and rehab strategies that work from the ground up—literally.

Swallowing isn’t just about food—it’s a full-body event. From the tongue and hyoid to ribcage and jaw, this blog explores how assessing your swallow can uncover muscular tension, postural compensation, and even help explain neck pain or restricted breathing. Perfect for manual therapists, movement pros, and curious humans alike, it’s time to stop ignoring your swallow and start assessing it.

Feeling stuffed up, foggy, or forever congested? This step-by-step sinus self-clearing guide gives you safe, science-backed techniques to reduce pressure, improve nasal breathing, and stop feeling like your head’s full of bricks. Includes pre-clearing tips with peppermint oil or Vicks, manual techniques for sinus release, and tips for long-term results—all from The Body Lab in Canberra.

Still relying on orthotics to “fix” your feet? Discover why Foot Mobilisation Therapy (FMT) is the smarter, longer-lasting alternative. We’ve laid it all out in a one-page printable you can stick on your clinic wall or hand out to clients. Because joints > generic inserts.

Marc came in strong — but bent. Years of lifting had left him with shoulder pain, postural imbalances, and the nagging sense that his body just wasn’t cooperating anymore. Cue our Advanced Biomechanical Assessment.

We didn’t just treat symptoms — we reprogrammed how his body moves. From gait analysis to pressure plate scans and full-body joint assessment, we uncovered the missing links. The result? Marc didn’t need more stretching or cueing… he needed each step to become the treatment.

Read how we rebuilt his movement from the ground up — and why it worked.

Got high arches and feeling off balance, in pain, or like your feet skipped shock-absorber school? Here’s exactly what we do at The Body Lab to assess, treat, and retrain your feet so they can hold their ground (literally). No fluff, just function—with a side of biomechanics.

High arches don’t just stay in the feet—they like to send invitations to your shins, knees, hips, and even your lower back. This blog explores how that elevated arch affects the entire kinetic chain and why your body may be shouting at you with pain, imbalance, or weird wear patterns on your sneakers. (Spoiler: it’s not because you walked past a mirror and startled yourself.)

High arches can look elegant—but they’re not always efficient. In this post, we explore why pes cavus feet often hurt more, absorb shock poorly, and put you at risk for sprains, stress fractures, and tendon issues. We cover what the science says, how to assess function, and the steps you can take to manage or improve high arch mechanics in the clinic or on your own.

This Canberra-tailored article shows how to prevent Dowager’s hump through smart ergonomics (proper desk and phone setup), nutrition (ACT-appropriate calcium and vitamin D sources), and lifestyle (weight-bearing exercises, smoking cessation). Discover local Canberra resources—like bone density scans and fall-prevention advice—to keep your thoracic spine healthy and upright for life. 3. Post #3: “Preventing & Managing Dowager’s Hump: Lifestyle, Diet, and Ergonomics”

Got a neck hump that won’t quit? You’re not alone. In this post, we break down proven ways to treat Dowager’s Hump (aka kyphosis) through posture correction, strengthening exercises, bracing, and mobility work. Let’s help your spine stand tall again.

In this Canberra-focused guide, learn what a Dowager’s hump (kyphosis) is, why poor posture—especially from sitting at a desk or using devices—can create that rounded‐back appearance, and how ACT residents can identify early signs. We cover postural vs. osteoporotic causes, common symptoms (rounded shoulders, fatigue, headaches), and when to consult a local Canberra physiotherapist or get bone‐density screening.

Not sure why your body feels out of balance or why pain keeps coming back? At The Body Lab, our Advanced Assessment doesn’t just chase symptoms—it uncovers the real movement patterns behind your discomfort. See how Susan and Julia each found clarity (and a way forward) through our step-by-step gait and posture analysis.

“I Thought I Just Needed to Sit Up Straighter” – My Journey to Actually Fixing My Posture

Heel pain isn’t just a “walk it off” kind of problem—especially when it feels like you’re stepping on a Lego every morning. Whether it’s plantar fasciitis, bursitis, or just years of dodgy footwear catching up with you, understanding whyyour heel hurts is step one (pun intended). In this blog, we’ll break down the common causes of heel pain, what not to do when it flares up, and the best movement-based fixes to actually sort it out—without relying on endless stretching or orthotic bandaids.

Stiff big toe messing with your stride? It could be hallux rigidus—a common yet overlooked joint condition that throws off your entire movement system. Learn what causes it, why it matters, and how to treat it without jumping straight to surgery. Spoiler: The solution might start with your breath and how you walk.

Feet are your body’s foundation—but most therapists stop at orthotics or taping. The Mastering Foot Mechanicsworkshop teaches you how to assess and treat the foot dynamically, in motion, and in context. Learn the 5 functional phases of foot mechanics, decode 3D joint movement, and finally treat the root cause—not just the sore spot.

Think your knee pain is actually a knee problem? Think again. Discover how your walking pattern (a.k.a. gait) might be the sneaky root cause of pain, stiffness, and poor performance. Learn what a gait analysis actually shows, where to get one in Canberra, and why The Body Lab’s approach is nothing like what you’ve tried before.

Posture isn’t about sitting stiff as a board. Alignment isn’t about perfection. At The Body Lab, we ditch the postural police and help you find your unique neutral through movement, awareness, and a dose of real-life biomechanics. Learn why your body’s Jenga tower might be wobbling—and how we help you stack it right.