Fatigue is one of the most common — and most misunderstood — symptoms experienced by people living with hypermobility syndromes and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS).

Many people describe feeling completely drained by tasks that others seem to do effortlessly. Showering, grocery shopping, standing in the kitchen, attending work, or even holding a conversation can sometimes feel overwhelming. For many, this exhaustion has existed for years before a diagnosis is ever considered.

Unfortunately, people are often told they are “just stressed”, “unfit”, “anxious”, or simply need to push through. In many cases however, there is a genuine physiological reason behind these symptoms.

At Mornington Peninsula Family Physiotherapy, we regularly work with people experiencing hypermobility syndromes, autonomic dysfunction, persistent fatigue and chronic pain to help improve function, confidence and quality of life. Read more

Dizziness, vertigo and balance problems can significantly affect daily life — impacting confidence, mobility, driving, exercise and even simple movements such as rolling over in bed or turning your head quickly.

For many people, these symptoms originate from the vestibular system — the part of the inner ear responsible for balance and spatial awareness.

At Mornington Peninsula Family Physiotherapy, our physiotherapists provide evidence-based vestibular assessment and rehabilitation to help identify the cause of dizziness and guide recovery safely and effectively.

What Is the Vestibular System?

The vestibular system is located within the inner ear and helps the brain process:

• Balance
• Head movement
• Eye coordination
• Spatial orientation
• Stability during movement

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Jaw pain, facial tension, clicking, headaches and neck stiffness are more connected than many people realise. For many individuals, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction doesn’t occur in isolation — it often coexists with neck pain, headaches, posture-related strain and muscle overload.

At Mornington Peninsula Family Physiotherapy, we regularly assess and treat TMJ-related pain using evidence-based physiotherapy approaches designed to reduce pain, restore movement and improve long-term function.

What Is TMJ Dysfunction?

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jaw to your skull and plays an essential role in speaking, chewing and everyday movement.

When the joint, surrounding muscles or associated structures become overloaded or irritated, this can lead to temporomandibular disorders (TMD) — a common condition affecting jaw function and facial comfort. Read more

Pelvic health symptoms are not always purely mechanical. The nervous system plays a major role in how the pelvic floor behaves.

Stress, both acute and chronic, can significantly influence bladder, bowel, and pelvic pain symptoms.

The connection

The pelvic floor is closely linked to the autonomic nervous system the part of your body that regulates threat, safety, and recovery.

When stress is high, the body often shifts into a protective state:

• Increased muscle tone or guarding
• Heightened bladder urgency
• Increased bowel sensitivity
• Amplification of pain signals

This is not “in your head”. It is a normal physiological response. Read more