At The Physio Co, we’re all about getting Aussie seniors to move more, with confidence. Of course, becoming stronger as we age, being able to move more freely and without pain, helps get us back to doing the things we love. Just because we’re in the seventh, eighth – or even ninth! – decade of […]
READ MOREHow physio sessions helped Jo bounce back from a fall
One of the challenges for several of our clients is they are caring for a loved one while trying to manage their own health. It’s therefore especially important they maintain mobility so they are sufficiently strong to be able to look after others. Jo was originally referred to us by a fellow resident of the […]
READ MOREWalking with confidence: How TPC helped Angela realise her dream of getting back to Greece
Being able to walk confidently is often a big factor in an older person’s ability to do the things they love. It is not just the physical loss of mobility that people experience as they age, but a loss of confidence in their mobility, too. These things are often closely linked and can exacerbate each […]
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 MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: Shopping trips and family time drive Grace to success
When our physical powers start to wane, our psychological make-up can also suffer as our confidence takes a tumble. Grace, a client of The Physio Co, had lost her confidence in walking after a fall – as many people do – and found she would also get tired easily. Her dearest wish was to maintain […]
READ MOREOLIVE’S STORY: What inspires you to move?
What inspires you to move? One of my clients recently made a wonderfully reasonable comment that got me thinking about this very question. She said: “Joh, why would I march on the spot? I’d actually just like to walk across the road to the op shop.” Olive* expressed a common concern that many people have […]
READ MORESue ticks off The Physio Co’s 3000th client goal milestone!
At The Physio Co (TPC), we believe it’s important to celebrate exercise milestones – it’s an acknowledgement of the hard work our clients and team put in, and an inspiration to others. So, we make no apology for shouting this one from the rooftops – we’ve just had our 3000th senior client smash their exercise […]
READ MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: Great outdoors creates a perfect target for Graham
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 MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: Kathy shows the essential part our partners play
Regaining mobility and independence isn’t always about one person; partners and carers are a key part of that journey of recovery. That was certainly the case with The Physio Co client Arthur, whose wife Kathy played a crucial part in him regaining mobility – and his zest for life. Kathy says it was always Arthur […]
READ MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: Cuddly canine gives Bev something to aim for
Families and friends are often a key motivation for setting ourselves targets recovery and rehab – and let’s not forget pets. The companionship of a best friend, special relative or favourite furry companion are all good reasons for setting an exercise goal. For Bev, the goals were twofold: to see her daughter, Libby, and be […]
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