There’s nothing quite like a walk in the great outdoors to reinvigorate mind, body and spirit. It’s so inspiring that Graham, one of The Physio Co’s latest success stories, likes to capture scenes on his phone camera. However, when walking becomes difficult, you can imagine the difficulty of trying to keep your balance while holding […]
READ MOREMindfulness for seniors: Part 2 – Practising acceptance of ‘what is’ [VIDEO]
This is part 2 of our mindfulness video series for seniors (click here for the introductory video). We are producing these short instructional videos because at TPC, we believe that a healthy mind makes for a healthy body. In this, the third video in the series, our physiotherapist Joh will guide you through a mindfulness […]
READ MOREMindfulness for seniors: Part 1 – Body awareness practice [VIDEO]
We recently introduced our mindfulness video series for seniors (click here for the introductory video). We are producing these instructional videos because at TPC, we believe that a healthy mind makes for a healthy body. In this, the second video in the series, TPC physiotherapist Joh leads us through a short gentle, mindful movement and […]
READ MORE[ FREE E-BOOK ] How physiotherapy can help your elderly Mum or Dad live independently, for longer
Everyone, especially seniors, should have the chance to live independently with pride. Losing independence is difficult for older people like your Mum, Dad or another older person in your life. Put yourself in their shoes for a moment: they have lived independently almost their entire lives – working, raising a family (maybe you!) and being […]
READ MOREIntroducing our mindfulness video series for seniors
Welcome to TPC’s new mindfulness video series for seniors. We are producing these instructional videos because at TPC, we believe that a healthy mind makes for a healthy body. In this, the first video in the series, TPC physiotherapist Joh takes us through an introduction of what mindfulness is and why it is important to […]
READ MORETPC launches new podcast for community physios & physiotherapy grads
TPC has launched a new podcast by community physios, for community physios. Called The Confident Physio, the podcast is for Australian physiotherapists in the earlier stages of their professional journey. Part behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to be a community physiotherapist working with seniors, part education and self-improvement on how you can become the […]
READ MOREHow can a physiotherapist help me with my low back pain? A rehabilitation approach for seniors
Low back pain is a very common problem across a large number of age groups, including older adults. It can have a huge impact on a person’s quality of life as the pain, restricted movement, inability to perform daily activities, hobbies or sports interrupt the person’s ability to live their life. The causes of low […]
READ MOREWhat conditions can benefit from rehabilitation with a physiotherapist?
You may have heard of the term “rehabilitation” but aren’t quite sure whether or not it’s suitable for you or your loved one. After a hospital admission, a doctor may have recommended some rehab. After your fall, someone might have said that you should have some rehab at home. So, what conditions is rehab actually […]
READ MOREHome-based rehab for seniors: How family members can help Mum or Dad after surgery (or a stay in hospital)
Imagine your Mum or Dad has been in hospital for a short stay following an operation or other illness. After a successful procedure, they’ve recovered well enough that the surgeon is happy to send them home. Then what? That’s the point when our clients at The Physio Co – and their families – need a […]
READ MORE8 small steps to speed up recovery post stroke
If you suffer a stroke, the goal will be to recover as quickly as possible. While there is no magic pill involved, there are a few small steps you can take that may help speed up your recovery and assist you in building positive habits over time. Here are eight of them: Stimulation and repetitive […]
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