Modern Medicine

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Modern Medicine is a warm, practical and evidence-based health podcast created by the allied health team at Modern Medicine. Each episode breaks down common concerns in psychology, podiatry, myotherapy, exercise physiology and whole-person wellbeing, helping you understand your body and feel confident in your health. We keep the conversations clear, human and relatable, so you can take away real strategies that support better movement, better mental health and better everyday living. Proudly supporting our communities across Ballarat, Alfredton and Launceston.

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#05 – How to Improve Balance at Any Age | Lisa Dumayne | Modern Medicine 10.03.2026 40:42

Balance isn’t just “standing on one leg”. It’s the combined work of your vision, inner ear, strength, and proprioception (your body’s awareness of where it is in space). And as we get older, balance becomes one of the biggest protectors of independence. In this episode, Lisa Dumayne (Exercise Physiologist) shares practical, evidence-informed guidance on strength, bone health, and falls prevention,...

#04 – Achilles Tendinopathy: Why It Happens & How To Fix It | Dr Tamanna Bhadouria 11.02.2026 43:45

Achilles pain is common, stubborn, and often misunderstood. In this episode, Dr Tamanna Bhadouria (Podiatrist) breaks down what Achilles tendinopathy actually is, why the old term “tendonitis” doesn’t always fit, and how recovery works in real life. You’ll learn: The difference between tendonitis (inflammation) and tendinopathy (a broader tendon condition) Why location matters: insertional vs mid-...

#03 – Musculoskeletal Podiatry & Heel Pain with Dr Maitrey Shankar | Modern Medicine 28.01.2026 30:48

Heel pain is one of the most common reasons people seek podiatric care, yet it’s often misunderstood and self-diagnosed. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr Maitrey Shankar , Clinical Team Leader at Modern Medicine, to unpack what heel pain really is, why it occurs, and why no two cases are the same. We discuss: The different types of heel pain, including plantar fasciitis, Achilles-related pain,...

#02 - Headaches And Myotherapy with Arielle | Modern Medicine 24.11.2025 24:57

In this episode of Modern Medicine , Sam sits down with myotherapist Arielle to break down one of the most common issues people come in with headaches. Arielle shares her journey into myotherapy, why she chose the profession, and what she finds most rewarding about helping people walk out feeling different to how they walked in. Together, they explore • The three main headaches seen in clinic – Te...

#01 - Understanding Counselling Psychology with Leanne | Modern Medicine 17.11.2025 9:24

In this episode, we sit down with Leanne, one of our counselling psychologists at Modern Medicine. With almost 20 years of experience across private practice, government services, employment programs, and relationship counselling, Leanne brings a deeply person-centred and compassionate approach to mental health care. She shares her journey into psychology, her experience supporting individuals and...