The fear of falling is a common concern voiced by older people. Simply put, a fear of falling is an ongoing concern about falling that limits the undertaking of daily activities. In fact, roughly one-third of people who are elderly develop a fear of falling. This anxiety can feel like a protective mechanism but, studies […]
READ MOREFive ways Australian seniors can build confidence in their mobility
As we age, our ability to move about becomes increasingly important in maintaining our independence. Being able to walk is often a determining factor in an older person’s ability to stay living at home – and a significant loss of mobility is often the trigger for more care or even a move into an aged […]
READ MOREThree tips how to get the most out of using a 4-wheel walker
Four-wheel walkers* (4WW) are wonderful tools. They empower individuals to get out and about safely, improve balance, have a host of convenient accessories, are easy to transport and provide a place to sit when chairs are in limited supply. Just like any tool, however, the benefits of a 4WW are unlocked when used in a […]
READ MORELiving at home with ease as we age: 5 equipment items to support independence and safety
As we age, changes inevitably occur in our bodies that make aspects of our daily lives more challenging. For instance, stiffness and pain in our joints can make it harder to perform tasks that were once simple, like hanging the washing or lifting the kettle. Balance issues can make it harder to pick up […]
READ MOREBuilding healthy exercise habits: a guide for Australian seniors
Building healthy exercise habits: a guide for Australian seniors We all want to create healthy habits in our lives – but it’s all about our willpower, right? James Clear, author of the book ‘Atomic Habits: An Easy and Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones’, argues that it may not be that […]
READ MOREFive things seniors can do to help improve their upper limb flexibility
Have you noticed that you, or your elderly Mum or Dad, are finding it harder to reach for things in the overhead cupboards, or are needing more help perhaps with overhead activities like hanging the washing out or getting that favourite coat off the coat hanger? It’s because as we age, we start to slowly […]
READ MOREHow to strengthen and look after your shoulder: a guide for Australian seniors
The shoulder is a very versatile and complex joint. Due to its ‘ball and socket’ structure, it can move in multiple directions and support weight in various positions. This is beneficial for a range of activities, but it means the shoulder is inherently more unstable than other joints in the body. It is like a […]
READ MOREAn introduction to coordination activities for Australian seniors
Coordination is needed for activities we perform every day. It is the driving factor in how we perform smooth, controlled, and efficient movements. We can break down coordination into four main categories: fine motor skills, gross motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and foot-eye coordination. Let’s look at each of these in more detail. Fine motor skills […]
READ MOREMindfulness for seniors: Part 2 – Practising acceptance of ‘what is’ [VIDEO]
This is part 2 of our mindfulness video series for seniors (click here for the introductory video). We are producing these short instructional videos because at TPC, we believe that a healthy mind makes for a healthy body. In this, the third video in the series, our physiotherapist Joh will guide you through a mindfulness […]
READ MOREMindfulness for seniors: Part 1 – Body awareness practice [VIDEO]
We recently introduced our mindfulness video series for seniors (click here for the introductory video). We are producing these instructional videos because at TPC, we believe that a healthy mind makes for a healthy body. In this, the second video in the series, TPC physiotherapist Joh leads us through a short gentle, mindful movement and […]
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