Physiotherapy
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Confidence key to implementing PIPT for low back pain Haley Williams - 09-05-2019
A recent study investigating the attitudes of physiotherapists in relation to psychologically informed physical therapy (PIPT) to treat low back pain (LBP) reveals that confidence
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Back In Motion practices working together to close the gap in indigenous health this May HealthTimes - 03-05-2019
This May, Back In Motion practices will again spearhead a fundraising campaign to close the significant gap in health outcomes within remote indigenous communities through
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Call for diversity education to improve LGBTIQ physio care HealthTimes - 09-04-2019
Diversity training for physiotherapists could help overcome care concerns among LGBTIQ+ clients, a University of Queensland study has found. Physiotherapist
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Oh, baby - Physiotherapy for mums and bubs HealthTimes - 06-02-2019
When mums and bubs come together for physical therapy, they also gain significant emotional and social benefits, according to musculoskeletal
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Physiotherapy works better when you believe it will help you - new study HealthTimes - 30-01-2019
Rachel Chester, University
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Sitting for a long period of time may be bad for your bones AAP - 17-01-2019
Australian researchers are working with an international team to understand the relationship between sitting for long periods and bone health.
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Exercise and funding to combat soaring rates of osteoarthritis Haley Williams - 09-01-2019
At present, there are more than 2.2 million Australians living osteoarthritis (OA), a joint disease which causes chronic pain, and rates continue to soar. The
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UTS Physiotherapy's Head of Discipline brings new case-based book to Australia HealthTimes - 08-01-2019
Professor Arianne Verhagen has launched her book “Evidence-based diagnostics of musculoskeletal disorders in primary care” in Australia, a first of its kind for
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Embracing a dialogue about cost in physiotherapy education HealthTimes - 18-01-2019
Physiotherapy education cannot occur without resources. A pragmatic approach to education design is required, with explicit consideration for the cost of our teaching
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Plantar Fasciitis and Heel Pain HealthTimes - 06-12-2018
Plantar fasciitis is a common complaint, characterised by pain in the sole of the foot that is at its worst first thing in the morning or upon getting back up after a period
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APA calls for protection of the term 'physio'. Nicole Madigan - 06-12-2018
The Australian Physiotherapy Association has called on the Government to protect the term ‘physio’, in the same way ‘Physiotherapist’ and ‘Physiotherapy’
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New report shows that osteoporosis is being under-diagnosed in Australia AAP - 18-10-2018
A new report has revealed osteoporosis is being under-diagnosed in Australia and it is costing taxpayers. Bone health has been put on the map
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World Health Webinars (WHW) providing online CPD solutions HealthTimes - 03-10-2018
World Health Webinars is an educational website providing online, professional development and learning opportunities to a wide range of manual therapists and exercise based
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Neuromuscular changes during pregnancy lead to lower-back pain Haley Williams - 03-10-2018
Neuromuscular changes during pregnancy lead to lower-back pain and not an increase in the lumbar curvature according to new research published in PLOS
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Women playing in the newly formed AFLW are at higher risk of knee injuries AAP - 27-09-2018
Women playing in the AFLW competition are at a high risk of knee injuries with an average of one player per club forced to end their season early because of injury.
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Physios support RACGP recommendations for exercise management of OA HealthTimes - 10-09-2018
New guidelines released by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and co-authored by Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) member Professor Kim
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Prescribed exercise from a physiotherapist supports better mental health HealthTimes - 10-09-2018
Worldwide, one in four people will experience a mental health condition at some point in their lives; one in six will have experienced a mental health condition in the past
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Knee rehabilitation needs clinical guidelines to be better understood HealthTimes - 30-08-2018
Rehabilitation after total knee replacement is vital for the long-term recovery of the patient and their improved quality of life, however recent analysis on the benefits
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Physios reminded to get on top of their professional development obligations HealthTimes - 13-08-2018
Physiotherapists are being reminded to be audit ready in 2018 by meeting the continuing professional development (CPD) obligations set by the Physiotherapy Board of Australia
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Tai Chi for Physiotherapy Nicole Madigan - 10-08-2018
As a passionate physiotherapist, Hillary Simon developed a special interest in treating ongoing and persistent pain. Research has shown that 1 in 5 Australians
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