What is the difference between physiotherapy and occupational therapy? As if the body is not complicated enough! Sometimes we need different therapists to help return us to health. You would have heard of physiotherapists (physios) and occupational therapists (OTs), but do you know who does what? Physios and OTs are often placed under the same […]
READ MOREA guide to setting up post-hospital rehab at home for your elderly Mum or Dad: Do they need an ACAT assessment?
“How can I help?” is an important and pressing question on many people’s minds when it comes to supporting Mum or Dad on their safe return from a stay in hospital. But often it can be tricky to know where to start. Perhaps this is the first time you find yourself looking after your elderly […]
READ MOREHow physiotherapy can help with headaches and neck pain
Recurrent headache is one of the most common ailments, and if you have experienced it you’ll know how much it can interfere with your everyday life and significantly affect your mood. But did you know that one of the most common types of headache – known as cervicogenic headache – is actually related to neck […]
READ MOREA guide for Australian seniors: Finding the right physiotherapist for your needs
We all know that as we age, taking care of our bodies becomes increasingly important. Physiotherapy is one of the most effective ways to help maintain our physical and mental health; more specifically, it can play a key role in improving mobility, managing pain, and boosting overall well-being. But how do you find the right […]
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 MOREHow Australian seniors can stay active at home with online exercise classes
The Physio Co online exercise classes for seniors The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a rapid increase in the use of technology to stay connected. Meetings, celebrations and learning have all had to adjust to an online environment in some way. Many of us have now experienced celebrating a loved one’s birthday over an iPad […]
READ MORECASE STUDY: How to use The Physio Co’s online physio consultation service
Online Physio Consultation Case Study | How To Use This Physio Service Online Physio Consultation Case Study Jennifer didn’t feel confident with her balance, which was limiting what she could do around the house and her ability to go for walks or to the shops. Jennifer’s daughter suggested getting help from a physiotherapist to work […]
READ MOREFive ways to get the best results from physiotherapy
Five ways to get the best results from physiotherapy When I was at school, I was never good at homework. I am sure I was not the only one. But it turns out they were trying to teach me something useful! Perhaps I wasn’t invested enough, or I couldn’t clearly see the end goal. But […]
READ MOREWhat should I wear to my physiotherapy appointment?
What should I wear to my physiotherapy appointment? As physiotherapists working with thousands of clients every week, we have seen it all in terms of the clothes our clients wear to appointments: from suits and ties to pyjamas, jeans, dresses and exercise gear. For us, meeting, assessing and treating clients is what we do every […]
READ MOREStaying 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). We how have Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists doing home visits to help people stay home – and happy […]
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