Can you remember the last time you slept through the night and woke up feeling refreshed and ready for the day? If it’s been a while, you’re certainly not alone. In fact, many older Australians find their sleep isn’t what it used to be. According to the Sleep Health Foundation, nearly half of adults experience […]
READ MOREFive effective lower back exercises Aussie seniors can do at home
Your lower back supports much of your body’s weight and enables you to perform many daily tasks, from bending to walking. As you age, maintaining lower back flexibility and strength is essential for reducing discomfort, preventing stiffness, and improving overall mobility. Since the muscles in your lower back also interact with your hips, it’s beneficial […]
READ MOREFive effective neck exercises Aussie seniors can do at home
Your neck plays a crucial role in allowing movement and supporting the weight of your head. As you age, maintaining neck mobility and strength becomes essential for preventing stiffness, reducing discomfort, and improving your posture. Since the muscles that control the neck also affect the shoulders and back, it’s beneficial to include movements that support […]
READ MOREFive effective shoulder exercises Aussie seniors can do at home
Your shoulders are essential for almost every upper-body movement, from reaching overhead to lifting everyday objects. As you age, maintaining shoulder mobility, strength, and flexibility becomes crucial in preventing stiffness, pain, and reduced range of motion. Since some muscles work across multiple joints, it’s beneficial to involve the areas above and below the shoulder – […]
READ MOREFive effective wrist and hand exercises Aussie seniors can do at home
Your wrists and hands are vital for many tasks in daily life, from writing to gripping objects. As you age, maintaining wrist and hand flexibility and strength becomes crucial to prevent stiffness, improve dexterity, and maintain independence. Since some muscles that control the wrist and hand also connect to the elbows, it’s beneficial to include […]
READ MOREHow to stay living healthier at home for longer
Staying healthier at home for longer – The Physio Co. Most people, as they get older, like to stay living in their own home for as long as possible. We get that at The Physio Co (TPC): that’s why our caring physiotherapists conduct visits to Aussie seniors wherever they call home! Life at home can […]
READ MOREFive simple indoor exercises to keep Aussie seniors active this winter
With winter just around the corner, it’s the ideal time to remind ourselves that while it’s likely we’ll be spending more time indoors out of the cold, it doesn’t mean we can’t stay physically active. During the warmer months, it’s easy to stay motivated. You can go for a walk and feel the warmth and […]
READ MOREFour ways Aussie seniors can 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 MOREFive small things Australian seniors can do today to reduce morning stiffness
IMAGINE THIS: You wake from a deep sleep; your eyes blink open. You feel the cool morning air as you remove the blankets and venture into the day ahead. Then …. uh oh, something stops you in your tracks! You feel a tight pull and a nip of pain as you begin to move. Your […]
READ MOREHow to build and maintain strong and healthy bones as we get older
Building Strong And Healthy Bones In Old Age | The Physio Co “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks” … said no good physiotherapist ever! Just like, “You can’t grow new bone in an older person.” Right? Wrong! Bone is a living, growing tissue made up of mostly collagen and calcium. In our younger […]
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