Recovering from hip replacement with physiotherapy. You are getting a hip replacement soon. Besides being a little anxious, you’re also excited, and can’t wait to get back to the activities that you love to do. Perhaps it’s getting back to the golf course or returning to some gardening? Seeking the help of a physiotherapist is […]
READ MOREStarting with the end in mind: how to create a plan for success!
Starting with the end in mind: how to create a plan for success! So you’ve set a goal – fantastic! The goal is the destination we are going to work towards, but how are you going to get there? Lots of people set goals, but achieving them means taking the right action. One advantage of […]
READ MORETips for overcoming chronic stress as we get older
Tips for overcoming chronic stress as we get older Have you ever wondered how stress can affect your body? Among many other health complications, a recent study* showed living with chronic stress can increase your risk of a stroke by FOUR times. Chronic stress is when we are living in a state of constant stress […]
READ MORETips for managing arthritis in your hands or wrists
Tips for managing arthritis in your hands or wrists Have you noticed your hands and wrists not working like they used to? Perhaps opening that new jar of jam has become impossible, turning the key in the door causes a twinge of pain, or using a knife and fork is more difficult. Loss of grip […]
READ MOREHow to make your hospital stay more comfortable and productive
How to make your hospital stay more comfortable and productive Visiting hospital means lots of different things to different people. You could be excited about a knee operation that will mean you have no more pain when you walk. Maybe you have cut your hand and just need it stitched up. Or perhaps you have […]
READ MOREIncontinence in older adults: what you need to know (and how a physio can help)
Incontinence in older adults: what you need to know (and how a physio can help) Do you feel embarrassed to talk about continence issues? Don’t suffer in silence! Incontinence is a common problem, particularly in older adults. Incontinence can have an enormous impact on a person’s health and quality of life. It can also place […]
READ MOREFive reasons why goal-setting is important for seniors
Five reasons why goal-setting is important for seniors GOAL. This four-letter word has been used by us all at some stage of our life. What is a goal? One of the simplest definitions of the word “goal”, as defined in the dictionary, is “an aim or purpose”. A goal is a target for achieving a […]
READ MOREHow Australia’s seniors can protect themselves online
How Australia’s seniors can protect themselves online One of the impacts of coronavirus is the increased speed at which businesses and individuals are migrating to online services and communication platforms. The Physio Co is no different. We started exploring online consultation options in mid-2019, potentially as a small part of our service. Fast forward to […]
READ MOREHere are 10 ways Australian seniors can stay healthy during self-isolation
The 10 ways Australian seniors can stay healthy during self-isolation The coronavirus pandemic has upended our world. We are now staying in our homes more than ever and limiting where we go. As such, it has become more challenging to maintain our general health as our usual outings have become restricted and our routines changed […]
READ MOREFour ways exercise helps with cancer treatment
Four ways exercise helps with cancer treatment “If we could turn the benefits of exercise into a pill it would be demanded by patients, prescribed by every cancer specialist and subsidised by government. It would be seen as a major breakthrough in cancer treatment.” Dr Prue Cormie Exercise helps with cancer The floodgates have opened. […]
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