As we head into the warmer months, one thing we really look forward to doing with our clients here at TPC is to incorporate getting outdoors into our treatment sessions as much as possible. Getting some sunshine not only helps boost mood and vitamin D levels (important for bone health and immunity), but also our […]
READ MOREWhat seniors can expect after a hip replacement (Maria’s story)
Maria is one of the elderly clients we’ve been able to meet and work with at The Physio Co (TPC). Maria needed a total hip replacement to help improve the pain she’d been having for years in her hip, leg and knee – all on the left side. She had been preparing for her operation […]
READ MORETPC Swarm 2023: The importance of learning, growing and celebrating!
The biggest event on The Physio Co’s annual learning calendar is the TPC Swarm conference, writes TPC CEO and founder, Tristan White TPC Swarm is a day to learn, grow and celebrate. It’s a fun day that supports our TPC team to connect and better help more clients to set and smash their meaningful health […]
READ MOREWhat is peripheral neuropathy, and how can a physio help?
Peripheral neuropathy can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, but the risk of developing it increases as we get older so it’s something we need to be aware of as our elderly Mums and Dads continue living independently at home for longer. So what is peripheral neuropathy and how can a trained […]
READ MOREFive ways to help your elderly Mum or Dad add more physical activity to their week
It’s no secret that exercise is a key part of maintaining one’s physical function. Staying active, at any age, has been well proven to provide numerous health benefits, from reducing your risk of heart disease, to improving your mood. Older adults should aim for 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity on most days of […]
READ MOREThe importance of self-care and recognising the signs of neglect in the elderly
As our Mums and Dads age, they may encounter difficulties in maintaining their independence, which in turn can sometimes lead to self-neglect. Therefore, it becomes vitally important for them to start prioritising their physical, emotional and mental well-being through self-care practices, if they’re not already doing so. Understanding the potential consequences of elderly neglect and learning […]
READ MOREHow to help your elderly Mum or Dad get through winter in great shape!
Winter’s well and truly upon us! As the temperature drops and the weather outside becomes steadfastly more bleak than sunny, sometimes all we feel like doing is rugging up and hibernating for a while, right? Unfortunately, this could be setting up problems later on! With this in mind, here are some things we need to […]
READ MOREHow can we help our elderly Mum or Dad to become more motivated to move?
Robert is one of TPC’s clients. He has just had his 80th birthday – go Robert! Robert would usually love to get down to his local club and celebrate with his family and friends, but this year he has been feeling a bit reluctant to do so. Over the past few months, Robert has noticed […]
READ MOREA guide for Australian seniors: Finding the right physiotherapist for your needs
We all know that as we age, taking care of our bodies becomes increasingly important. Physiotherapy is one of the most effective ways to help maintain our physical and mental health; more specifically, it can play a key role in improving mobility, managing pain, and boosting overall well-being. But how do you find the right […]
READ MOREHow Professor Peter Reaburn approaches his own journey of active ageing
In this episode of the Everyday Extraordinary podcast, host Tristan White, founder of The Physio Co, chats with Professor Peter Reaburn about his approach to active ageing. This is the second in a two-part interview series with Peter (pictured), who is an expert in the science of exercise. In the previous episode (#3), we dived into the […]
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