A sore or swollen knee after a run or a game of weekend sport is one of the most common reasons Australians put off seeing a physiotherapist. Part of the hesitation is not knowing whether the injury is minor, something that rest and a few days off will fix, or something more serious, like a […]
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Some of us have parents, partners or family members living with Parkinson’s disease. Watching someone you love with his disease can be hard, and knowing there is no cure is a hard pill to swallow. More than 219,000 Australians are living with Parkinson’s disease, a figure that has been revised upward as research improves, up […]
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If you or a loved one has had a stroke and has been advised to undergo occupational therapy and physiotherapy, you might be wondering: What does each therapy do? It’s a common question. Both help you get back on track, just from different starting points. A physiotherapist focuses on how your body moves. An occupational […]
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Your dad misjudges the top step and grabs the wall instead of the rail. Your mum can’t find the bathroom at 2am and ends up in the laundry instead. Moments like these are usually what push a family to start looking into dementia home safety. The good news is that you don’t need a builder, […]
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Coming home from hospital feels like the finish line. In reality, it is closer to the starting line. The ward had rails, flat floors and a nurse on call. Your house has steps, a slippery bathroom and a couch that is suddenly very hard to get out of. Physiotherapy after hospital discharge exists to close […]
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If your ageing parent refuses help, the most effective first step is a private, unhurried conversation that starts with listening, not persuading. Lead with curiosity about their concerns rather than a list of reasons they need support, and the conversation tends to go better. This resistance is common. Research shows most older adults fear losing […]
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If your doctor, employer, insurer, or NDIS planner has mentioned a functional capacity assessment, you might be wondering what it actually means and what you’ll be doing for several hours with a physiotherapist. It sounds clinical. It can feel a little daunting. But once you understand what it involves and why it matters, most people […]
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Booking your first physio session can feel a little nerve-racking, especially if you have never seen a physiotherapist before. You might be wondering what they will ask, whether the treatment will hurt, or how long the whole thing will take. These are completely normal concerns, and the good news is that knowing what to expect […]
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Back pain is one of the most common health complaints in Australia. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, around 4 million Australians are living with back problems, making it the third leading cause of disease burden in the country. If you have been dealing with a stiff, sore, or aching back, you […]
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What Is Joint Pain Joint pain refers to suffering from discomfort, soreness, or aches in the areas where two or more bones meet, forming a joint. Shoulders, hips, elbows, and knees, all include joints, which allow movement supporting the body. Having pain in joints can be a symptom of many injuries, or ailments. It may […]
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