We’ve all heard about the benefits of walking – it helps strengthen our muscles, keeps our bones healthy and keeps us active. Over time, however, we may see a decline in our own or a family member’s walking, particularly if they live in an aged care home. So why is it still so important they […]
READ MOREHow seniors can maintain flexibility through stretching
As we get older our joints get less flexible. Daily activities such as standing up from a chair or getting in and out of bed can become increasingly difficult. It can get harder to raise your arms overhead or turn your head while backing up the car. These changes can be caused by conditions such […]
READ MOREWarning signs that your elderly parent may need help at home
Living independently at home starts with identifying the warning signs of ageing, and any support needed, early in the process. Do you have a Mum or Dad who is getting older? Have you seen the warning signs that often go unnoticed? How can you tell if Mum or Dad are starting to need help to […]
READ MOREHow to improve leg flexibility: 5 small things you can do today
You may associate being flexible with prima ballerinas and gymnasts, but did you know that, even as we age, everyone can work on improving their leg flexibility? So, what is flexibility? Flexibility is the joint’s ability to be moved through an unrestricted ‘range of motion’ (this refers to how far you can move or stretch […]
READ MOREFall prevention for seniors: Why ageing increases the risks of falls, and what you can do about it
As our Mums and Dads age, one thing we should be vigilant about is the potential for falls. The statistics tell the story, with about 30 per cent of adults over the age of 65 having at least one fall per year, that’s one in three older adults. Falls are the leading cause of injury-related […]
READ MOREPhysiotherapy, motivation & mindset for seniors: How your thoughts can affect your results
Physiotherapy, motivation and mindset “Whether you, think you can or think you can’t, you are right” – Henry Ford The way you think matters. Mindset matters. You may have heard of mindset being the key to achieving the results you want in life, whether it be in your personal life, career or in sports. Mindset, […]
READ MORETravel tips for seniors – how to keep your body healthy while you’re on holidays
Aussies love their holidays away. It doesn’t matter how old you are, it’s always fun to get away from our day-to-day lives and explore somewhere new, or return to a favourite holiday destination that brings us joy. Whether it’s visiting family and friends across this amazing country of ours, or perhaps an adventure overseas, it’s […]
READ MOREEnhancing quality of life: the role of physiotherapy in palliative care
“My mum/dad has just been transitioned into palliative care. Can physiotherapy help during this phase of their life?” Receiving the news that your elderly Mum or Dad, or family member, has been transitioned into palliative care can be an emotionally challenging experience. During this delicate phase of life, where the focus is on providing comfort […]
READ MOREDealing with vertigo: Tips for self-care
The Physio Co Tips: Vertigo Vertigo is the feeling that you are moving when you are not, or it might feel like things around you are moving when they are not. It is a symptom, rather than a condition. Vertigo can feel similar to motion sickness, dizziness or feeling as if the room is spinning. […]
READ MOREHow to improve your fitness: a guide for Australia’s over-65s
How to improve your fitness: a guide for Australia’s over-65s OK, I know I can definitely benefit from improving my fitness – what should I do and how should I do it? How to improve our fitness? The answer, according to the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care guidelines, is a recommended minimum […]
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