Many seniors are anxious about the risk of having a fall – and the damage isn’t limited to the actual injury that can result. It’s also the resulting loss of confidence, and the way that may restrict people’s enjoyment of life. Marlene’s journey to The Physio Co began with the realisation that not everything was […]
READ MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: Four-legged friend gives Helen a great goal for recovery
Dogs are quite rightly known as ‘man’s best friend’, and our canine companions play an important role in keeping us in good health physically and mentally. For Helen, taking her dog Benji for a walk is one of life’s little pleasures. It’s a great way to keep active, take a deep breath of fresh air […]
READ MOREHome care packages for physiotherapy: How our physios work with home care packages
Australians are living longer than ever before. In lockstep with that trend, more and more seniors are choosing to stay independent, living at home for longer. This has been backed up by research from the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, which found that Australians of all ages would prefer to receive […]
READ MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: Determination puts Valda on the road to recovery
Determination is a great asset in the challenge to regain full mobility. With the right attitude, you’re halfway there. The Physio Co always sets relevant and achievable goals for its clients, but it’s the individual’s hard work that is rewarded. Valda (pictured) is a case in point. She’s a very determined woman and readily accepted […]
READ MOREGetting back to it after lockdown: what’s the best approach for you, or your Mum or Dad?
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 […]
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