Welcome to TPC’s new mindfulness video series for seniors. We are producing these instructional videos because at TPC, we believe that a healthy mind makes for a healthy body. In this, the first video in the series, TPC physiotherapist Joh takes us through an introduction of what mindfulness is and why it is important to […]
READ MOREThe importance of communication: “How do I talk to my physio?”
Good communication is vital to achieve positive results in physiotherapy. Accordingly, we have a core value here at The Physio Co – “Respect Everyone” – which reminds us to communicate in clear, concise, and honest ways with our clients, the families and carers of our clients, and with our peers and colleagues. As physiotherapists, we […]
READ MOREHow can a physiotherapist help me with my low back pain? A rehabilitation approach for seniors
Low back pain is a very common problem across a large number of age groups, including older adults. It can have a huge impact on a person’s quality of life as the pain, restricted movement, inability to perform daily activities, hobbies or sports interrupt the person’s ability to live their life. The causes of low […]
READ MOREWhat conditions can benefit from rehabilitation with a physiotherapist?
You may have heard of the term “rehabilitation” but aren’t quite sure whether or not it’s suitable for you or your loved one. After a hospital admission, a doctor may have recommended some rehab. After your fall, someone might have said that you should have some rehab at home. So, what conditions is rehab actually […]
READ MOREHome-based rehab for seniors: How family members can help Mum or Dad after surgery (or a stay in hospital)
Imagine your Mum or Dad has been in hospital for a short stay following an operation or other illness. After a successful procedure, they’ve recovered well enough that the surgeon is happy to send them home. Then what? That’s the point when our clients at The Physio Co – and their families – need a […]
READ MORE8 small steps to speed up recovery post stroke
If you suffer a stroke, the goal will be to recover as quickly as possible. While there is no magic pill involved, there are a few small steps you can take that may help speed up your recovery and assist you in building positive habits over time. Here are eight of them: Stimulation and repetitive […]
READ MOREWeighing up the ways hydrotherapy can help Australian seniors
It seems hydrotherapy is getting more and more popular with Aussie seniors these days. It’s said to help relieve muscle tension, reduce joint stiffness, and improve pain. But what is hydrotherapy? How does it work, and who is it suitable for? Hydrotherapy, or aquatic therapy, involves immersion in water to help with recovery and rehabilitation […]
READ MOREHow TPC is keeping its physios and clients safe as Covid numbers grow
As Melbourne and Sydney continue to live with growing Covid numbers in the community, we thought it timely to outline what we’re doing at The Physio Co to ensure our senior clients not only stay mobile and happy … but safe and healthy as well. The safety and wellbeing of all TPCers and their clients […]
READ MOREHome care packages for physiotherapy: How our physios work with home care packages
Australians are living longer than ever before. In lockstep with that trend, more and more seniors are choosing to stay independent, living at home for longer. This has been backed up by research from the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, which found that Australians of all ages would prefer to receive […]
READ MOREUTIs: How does this affect me and how can physiotherapy help?
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in the elderly and can lead to serious complications. A UTI is an infection of the urinary tract, which consists of the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. UTIs are most commonly caused by bacteria entering through the urethral opening and travelling up to the bladder, and can continue to […]
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