National Stroke Week puts physiotherapy in the spotlight With National Stroke Week (August 31 to September 6) taking place, it’s time to talk about strokes – a condition that affects thousands of Australians. Strokes affect people differently, meaning they will have varying problems and needs. For some people, the effects may be fairly minor and […]
READ MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: Nico sets sights on happy days in the garden
Physiotherapy helps Nico spend time in the garden When you’re working towards an exercise goal, it helps to have an image in your mind of the end result. For Nico Koutsoubis (pictured), the image that keeps him going when physio sessions are tough is being out in the garden with his chooks. TPC physio Karleen […]
READ MOREHow to make your hospital stay more comfortable and productive
How to make your hospital stay more comfortable and productive Visiting hospital means lots of different things to different people. You could be excited about a knee operation that will mean you have no more pain when you walk. Maybe you have cut your hand and just need it stitched up. Or perhaps you have […]
READ MOREIncontinence in older adults: what you need to know (and how a physio can help)
Incontinence in older adults: what you need to know (and how a physio can help) Do you feel embarrassed to talk about continence issues? Don’t suffer in silence! Incontinence is a common problem, particularly in older adults. Incontinence can have an enormous impact on a person’s health and quality of life. It can also place […]
READ MOREHow Australian seniors can stay active at home with online exercise classes
The Physio Co online exercise classes for seniors The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a rapid increase in the use of technology to stay connected. Meetings, celebrations and learning have all had to adjust to an online environment in some way. Many of us have now experienced celebrating a loved one’s birthday over an iPad […]
READ MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: Proud Paula brings up TPC’s 1000-goal milestone!
Paula’s 1000th physiotherapy exercise target reached! ‘Seniors smashing goals’ is a regular catchphrase here at The Physio Co – and that maxim has been met emphatically with our 1000th exercise target being achieved. Paula is our champion record-setter after working hard with her TPC physiotherapist, Sue. A chance conversation in a pharmacy between the two […]
READ MOREHow to experience the power of gratitude (and what physiotherapy has got to do with it)
What physiotherapy has to do with gratitude for seniors Have you ever wondered how having a “grateful heart” affects your overall health, well-being and performance? We hear a lot in social media and the workplace about the power of positive thinking and the “power of gratitude” on our body, brains and productivity. What is gratitude? […]
READ MOREHigh intensity interval training (HITT) for seniors
High intensity interval training (HITT) for seniors Physical activity should be seen as an effective medicine for people with chronic medical problems – or those at risk of heart condition, stroke, diabetes, dementia and those with neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease. Exercise decreases the risk of injury and treats chronic disease […]
READ MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: Exercise goal helps Enid to count her blessings
Physio Exercise Helps Seniors Smash Goals Not everyone loves exercise; in fact, for many of us it can seem a real chore, particularly as we get older. But if you have a clear goal in mind, the end result will always make the effort worthwhile. Enid Walkington makes no secret of the fact that she […]
READ MOREHow physiotherapy can help seniors with shoulder pain
How physiotherapy can help seniors with shoulder pain Picking up a bottle of milk from the shelf, mopping the floor, hanging up the washing, showering or even combing your hair may seem like common tasks that we don’t think twice about. However, for people with shoulder problems, everyday activities can become dreaded, painful tasks that […]
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