Strategies For Improving Your Memory – Advice For Elderly Australians Do you worry about your memory? Are you wondering what you can do about it and looking for some ways to improve your memory? Most of us worry from time to time whether our memory lapses are something we need to be concerned about. Memory […]
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 […]
READ MOREExercise causing you pain? Getting active in the pool might be the answer
Aquatic Physiotherapy or Hydrotherapy For Seniors | The Physio Co What is hydrotherapy? Hydrotherapy – or aquatic physiotherapy – refers to a water-based exercise program delivered in a swimming pool or specific hydrotherapy pool. It differs from swimming in that: Hydrotherapy aims to decrease pain, increase range of movement and flexibility, as well as develop […]
READ MOREManagement of knee osteoarthritis – 5 simple exercises
Management of knee osteoarthritis – 5 simple exercises There is a mountain of research to support the benefits of exercise in the management of knee osteoarthritis, but there are so many types of activity, where do you start? Of course, things such as walking, swimming, cycling and tai chi all have great benefits, but here […]
READ MORETai Chi for Seniors: 7 Benefits You Should Know Now
Benefits of Tai Chi for Seniors | Health & Exercise | The Physio Co For seniors, Tai Chi has become a popular and effective type of exercise that Australians everywhere are embracing. Though this may seem like a relatively new form of exercise, Tai Chi actually has its roots in ancient Chinese martial arts. Tai […]
READ MOREHow to manage osteoarthritis knee pain
How to manage osteoarthritis knee pain Osteoarthritis refers to long-term changes in joints due to inflammation. This can result in pain and weakness, affecting one’s ability to perform everyday tasks. When we experience pain, it is natural to want to avoid everything that causes it. This may be the case with acute injuries, but with chronic […]
READ MOREShort of breath? A physio can help
Short of breath? A physio can help Feeling short of breath? You’re not alone. Shortness of breath or breathlessness is common for older people who have chronic conditions, including those that affect the heart and lungs. These can include chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and heart failure. Chronic breathlessness is the name given to the […]
READ MOREBody and mind: how physiotherapy can help seniors with dementia
Body and mind: how physiotherapy can help seniors with dementia As defined by Dementia Australia, dementia describes a collection of symptoms that are caused by disorders affecting the brain – thinking, behaviour and the ability to perform everyday tasks. At The Physio Co (TPC), our most effective treatment comes in the form of functional, multi-activity exercises […]
READ MOREKnee replacement recovery: What seniors can expect after surgery
How to improve recovery from total knee replacement A total knee replacement is a big operation, but it’s not as scary as people sometimes think. It’s almost bread and butter for surgeons and physiotherapists, so it’s important to feel comfortable with professionals who are well-versed in the latest research and developments. While the majority of […]
READ MOREHow to prepare for a full hip replacement operation
Prepare for a full hip replacement with physiotherapy Gone are the days of a hip replacement only lasting ten years, with technology advancing at the pace it is, they will be growing new legs by the time we need repeat surgery! Nevertheless, for those who have decided upon a hip replacement, it is imperative to […]
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