Parkinson’s disease is a progressive, degenerative neurological condition; in Australia, it affects 100,000 people, with 38 people being diagnosed every day. The disease is caused by cell damage that results in a loss of dopamine; a key chemical that helps the body communicate with the brain. Parkinson’s disease is highly individual, with symptoms varying from […]
READ MOREHow to ease muscle tension and improve flexibility of your neck
Approximately 50% of people experience neck pain at some point in their lives. Given that our neck has the duty of supporting and pointing our head in nearly all directions, it’s not surprising that it can occasionally feel stiff and sore. Common causes of a sore neck include: tense neck or shoulder muscles, reduced strength […]
READ MOREBenefits of exercising after a stroke
What is a stroke? The brain is supplied with oxygen and nutrient rich blood carried through blood vessels called arteries. A stroke occurs when these arteries are either burst or blocked, and blood flow to a part of the brain is impeded. Strokes affect everyone differently but it can generally impact “how you think, behave, […]
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 MOREHow physiotherapy can help to tackle Alzheimer’s disease
How physiotherapy can help to tackle Alzheimer’s disease Early intervention physiotherapy for Alzheimer’s disease can work wonders for older adults. Most of us know about Alzheimer’s disease, whether it’s because someone we know has been diagnosed with it, or we have read about it. More than 450,000 people in Australia are affected with dementia, 70 per cent of […]
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 MOREStruggling to stay active by yourself? Try group exercise!
Struggling to stay active by yourself? Try group exercise! We all know that exercise is good for you. Especially as you get older, exercise is very important in maintaining strength, balance and coordination. It even helps to improve your mood. But sometimes when you are by yourself, it can be hard to stay motivated and […]
READ MORENational Stroke Week puts physiotherapy in the spotlight
National Stroke Week puts physiotherapy in the spotlight With National Stroke Week (August 31 to September 6) taking place, it’s time to talk about strokes – a condition that affects thousands of Australians. Strokes affect people differently, meaning they will have varying problems and needs. For some people, the effects may be fairly minor and […]
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 […]
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