A weekly highlight for many of our TPC physiotherapists is teaching in-person exercise classes at retirement villages in Sydney and Melbourne. The classes feature music, movement and a great community atmosphere, and participants and physios alike often leave with big smiles on their faces! Here at TPC, we strongly encourage Aussie seniors to give in-person exercise […]
READ MOREHow Aussie seniors can exercise safely during the hotter months
The sun can do wonders for our body such as improving our mood and immunity. But there are two sides to the story, and we should be mindful of one key change occurring in our bodies as we age: a decreased ability to disperse internal heat. This happens because of changes such as decreased sweating […]
READ MOREFive effective foot exercises Aussie seniors can do at home
Your feet are the foundation of your body, supporting your weight and enabling you to stand, walk, and move. Maintaining foot strength and flexibility is essential for preventing falls, reducing pain, and improving your ability to stay active. Since your feet are closely connected to your ankles, it’s helpful to include exercises that support these […]
READ MOREPhysiotherapy and rehabilitation: Answers to questions frequently asked by our clients
Rehabilitation is a fact of life for most of us at some point, but it’s particularly important as we get older. Rehabilitation is care that can help you get back, keep or improve abilities that you need for daily life. These abilities may be physical, mental or cognitive. You may have lost them because of […]
READ MOREThe potential to maximise health and fitness: Age is not a limitation
An example of what we can still accomplish by keeping fit and active into our senior years, here’s the incredible story of veteran marathon runner Fauja Singh. Fauja was born in Punjab, India, in 1911. As a young man, he was a keen amateur runner but did not pursue his passion until the 1990s, after he […]
READ MOREThe role of protein and creatine supplements for older adults
Aging is a natural process that brings about a variety of changes in the human body. Among the most significant are the gradual loss of muscle mass and strength and cognitive decline. As we age, maintaining muscle health becomes crucial, not only for mobility and independence but also for overall health and quality of life. […]
READ MOREWalking tall: How to improve posture, mobility, and independence as we get older
Noticing changes in our posture and mobility as we age is very common, particularly when it comes to walking. One standout concern is the “stooped-over” posture we often see when elderly individuals use a walking frame or walker. This posture not only can affect people’s physical health, but also impact their self-confidence and overall quality of […]
READ MOREFive effective ankle exercises Aussie seniors can do at home
Your ankles are crucial for balance, movement, and supporting your body’s weight. As you age, maintaining ankle flexibility and strength becomes essential for preventing stiffness, reducing discomfort, and improving your ability to move comfortably. Since the muscles around your ankles also interact with your knees and feet, it’s beneficial to include exercises that support these […]
READ MORELooking beyond the scan: A physiotherapist’s perspective on medical imaging for seniors
Medical imaging – think X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans – can be helpful in understanding what’s going on inside our bodies. But for older adults (and all throughout the life cycle), these scans are often misunderstood, or taken out of context. In some cases, they can even cause more concern than clarity. From a physiotherapist’s […]
READ MOREFive effective knee exercises Aussie seniors can do at home
Your knees are essential for nearly every lower-body movement, from walking to standing up from a chair. As you age, maintaining knee flexibility and strength becomes vital for preventing discomfort, reducing stiffness, and improving your ability to move comfortably. Since the muscles around your knees also impact your hips and ankles, it’s beneficial to include […]
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