As we learn more and more about what our bodies need to stay happy and healthy, keeping active remains at the forefront of our minds. During the warmer months, it’s easy to stay motivated. You can go for a walk and feel the warmth and sunshine on your body. During the winter months, however, sitting […]
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 MOREFive frequently asked questions about rehabilitation at home for seniors
We’ve published a series of articles on rehabilitation at home for seniors. You can check them out here: Home-based rehab for seniors: How family members can help Mum or Dad after surgery (or a stay in hospital) How can a physiotherapist help with rehabilitation? What conditions can benefit from rehabilitation with a physiotherapist? In this […]
READ MOREHow physiotherapy can help fast-track your elderly Mum or Dad’s rehabilitation
Rehabilitation is a fact of life for most of us at some point, but it’s particularly important as we get older. Rehabilitation is care that can help you get back, keep or improve abilities that you need for daily life. These abilities may be physical, mental or cognitive. You may have lost them because of […]
READ MOREHow to manage osteoarthritis knee pain: a guide for Aussie seniors
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 conditions such as osteoarthritis, avoiding […]
READ MOREWhy am I always tired? Here are 6 common causes of fatigue in older people
Do you ever want to do some gardening, cooking, walking the dog or going for a game of lawn bowls, only to feel like your body would prefer to sit on the couch or have a nap? It’s not uncommon to feel tired from time to time, especially as we get older. However, feeling tired […]
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 MOREHow Aussie seniors can walk more safely, while having fun and success along the way!
We have an unfortunate culture, particularly in Australia, of waiting until there’s a problem with our bodies before actually taking the initiative and doing something about our health. In these instances, we tend to treat the symptoms of the problem rather than the root cause. When we do this, we’re inviting recurring problems and regular […]
READ MOREChoosing the right walking aid to keep Aussie seniors mobile, safe and happy
At The Physio Co (TPC), we like to think big, and then act small, as often as we can. If we think a walking aid (like a walking stick or walking frame) can make a positive difference to the life of an older person that we work with, then we’ll let them know and do […]
READ MOREWalking with confidence: How TPC helped Angela realise her dream of getting back to Greece
Being able to walk confidently is often a big factor in an older person’s ability to do the things they love. It is not just the physical loss of mobility that people experience as they age, but a loss of confidence in their mobility, too. These things are often closely linked and can exacerbate each […]
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