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 MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: Café culture comes calling for Magne
Physiotherapy helps Magne reach her 350m walking goal We all love our morning coffee and for TPC client Magne, the idea of being able to walk to her local café was a goal that gave her focus and inspiration. At first that target seemed on the limit of what Magne believed was achievable; in fact, […]
READ MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: Great bowling, Vic!
Physiotherapy helps Vic keep up with lawn bowls Back pain is a common complaint, but that doesn’t make the pain any more bearable. But it can be overcome if, like Victor Luke, you decide to tackle it. Vic’s chronic back pain was stopping him from participating in lawn bowls, which he hadn’t played for seven […]
READ MOREHow TPC’s online physio service helped Aashni continue in her cookie baking business
How TPC’s online physio service helped Aashni’s business Aashni was cleaning at home when her little finger got caught up in her sofa. Within minutes, it became obvious Aashni had seriously injured her finger and a trip to the hospital confirmed a fracture. Despite the appropriate healing time, Aashni could no longer move her finger […]
READ MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: David’s determination comes to the fore
David’s determination comes to the fore #SeniorsSmashingGoals Exercise is so much easier when it’s fun. Just ask David Pictor, whose motivation for getting fitter was to once again play indoor golf. Difficulty walking and standing for long periods meant he hadn’t taken part in his hobby for 10 years. That was until we got involved. […]
READ MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: Rodney sets and achieves a goal at his own pace
The Physio Co Helps Rodney Set And Achieve Goals At His Own Pace Goal-setting is all about the individual and pushing ourselves to what we can achieve. For Rodney Corbett, a fracture to his left hip in October 2018 set him on a road to recovery that would test his powers of determination. His long-term […]
READ MORESENIORS SMASHING GOALS: Travel broadens the mind and keeps Betty healthy!
Travel broadens the mind and keeps Betty healthy! The fascination of discovering new places makes travelling a huge attraction for many of us, even as we get older. Case in point, Betty Wale (pictured), of Melbourne, who is determined to keep exploring and even at the age of 90 she’s always got her sights on […]
READ MOREFour keys to increased mobility for a happier and longer life
Four keys to increased mobility for a happier and longer life We don’t have all the answers at The Physio Co (TPC) but we know a thing or two about staying mobile and how it makes for a happier and longer life. We met a woman called Helen a short while ago. Helen had moved […]
READ MOREHow to get the most out of a short-term respite stay in aged care
How to get the most out of a short-term respite stay in aged care Complacency is not our thing at The Physio Co (TPC). We like to always search for new ways to keep our senior clients as mobile, safe and happy for as they can be for as long as possible. We once spent […]
READ MORECrumpets & tea: How storytelling helps bring our ‘think big, act small’ core value to life at The Physio Co.
How storytelling helps bring our ‘think big, act small’ core value to life at The Physio Co. At The Physio Co (TPC), we tell stories of how our core values are being lived in as many conversations as we possibly can. Stories are such a powerful way to share information, praise, reflect and learn. A […]
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