The COVID-19 pandemic has presented all of us with many challenges to navigate. Some people have had more time than ever and invested this into building sustainable habits for health and fitness. However, for others (sometimes for reasons beyond their control), the past 18 months or so have led to extended periods of inactivity. As […]
READ MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: It’s a good hair day for Margaret and The Physio Co!
Personal appearance is essential to our sense of pride and wellbeing, and it’s important to maintain this into later life. Likewise, it’s important to maintain our mobility and exercise routine. Like most of us, Margaret takes care in looking her best, so it was especially dispiriting for her when decreased mobility made it harder for […]
READ MOREUTIs: How does this affect me and how can physiotherapy help?
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in the elderly and can lead to serious complications. A UTI is an infection of the urinary tract, which consists of the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. UTIs are most commonly caused by bacteria entering through the urethral opening and travelling up to the bladder, and can continue to […]
READ MOREThank you – 2000 goals smashed by Aussie seniors!
At The Physio Co, we love striving for big goals! Likewise, we love helping our clients set and smash their goals too – 2000 of them, to be exact! Two thousand client goals smashed – yay! This is a great milestone, so we got some of the TPC team members together to make this quick […]
READ MORESimple home modifications can improve your life with Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive, degenerative neurological condition; in Australia, it affects 100,000 people, with 38 people being diagnosed every day. The disease is caused by cell damage that results in a loss of dopamine; a key chemical that helps the body communicate with the brain. Parkinson’s disease is highly individual, with symptoms varying from […]
READ MOREHow to ease muscle tension and improve flexibility of your neck
Approximately 50% of people experience neck pain at some point in their lives. Given that our neck has the duty of supporting and pointing our head in nearly all directions, it’s not surprising that it can occasionally feel stiff and sore. Common causes of a sore neck include: tense neck or shoulder muscles, reduced strength […]
READ MOREBenefits of exercising after a stroke
What is a stroke? The brain is supplied with oxygen and nutrient rich blood carried through blood vessels called arteries. A stroke occurs when these arteries are either burst or blocked, and blood flow to a part of the brain is impeded. Strokes affect everyone differently but it can generally impact “how you think, behave, […]
READ MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: Grandson’s big day inspires Daphne to great deeds
Everyone loves being invited to a wedding. Witnessing the exchange of vows and seeing all the wonderful outfits all make for an occasion to remember. But if you’re a guest who is worried about your mobility on the big day, the excitement can turn to apprehension. That’s why The Physio Co client Daphne chose her […]
READ MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: Janet shows the drive to stick to exercise goals
With the Olympic Games just around the corner, many of us are looking forward to seeing competitors striving for greatness in their various disciplines. Now, you may think this has little to do with The Physio Co’s work, but just as those athletes have the Games to aim for during four long years of training, […]
READ MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: Solid bond helps Bette to smash her exercise goal
Freedom. It’s something we take for granted in our younger years, but as we age it becomes increasingly restricted. That’s why regular physiotherapy and strengthening exercises are so important as we grow older. That’s where The Physio Co comes in. By helping seniors set exercise goals that are both a challenge yet achievable, we help […]
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