Physiotherapy
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Physiotherapy for Office Workers: Exercises and Tips to Combat Sedentary Lifestyle Felicity Frankish - 26-03-2024
In today’s fast-paced corporate world, office workers are spending the bulk of their day at a desk engrossed in computer work, with very little physical activity. This
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The Importance of Physiotherapy in the Workplace & How to Implement It Felicity Frankish - 28-08-2023
The Importance of Physiotherapy in the Workplace & How to Implement It In today's fast-paced work environment, the physical and mental
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Research shows physios need to up their hygiene game Nicole Madigan - 05-05-2023
With the majority of physiotherapy clinics left to their own devices when it comes to hygiene, one physiotherapist has investigated industry practices with surprising results.
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Physiotherapy's identity crisis Nicole Madigan - 07-03-2023
The confluence of advanced technology, new research, traditional philosophies, social media, and pressure on the health system has left the physiotherapy industry batting
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Nutritional counselling and physio - a powerful pair? Haley Williams - 06-02-2023
Some may argue that nutritional counselling is not part of physiotherapy, but nutrition plays a crucial role in the musculoskeletal healing process. So, should physiotherapists
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Pain is my specialty - treating patients in pain Haley Williams - 10-01-2023
Pain is a human condition that we’ve all experienced at some stage in our lives. It’s also a complex subject that’s been comprehensively studied. Still,
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Are you suffering from tech neck? Haley Williams - 27-11-2022
If you’re one of eight in 10 of us who own a smartphone, you might start noticing symptoms of what’s been termed ‘tech neck’ (also known as text neck).
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Children and strength training - 6 myths busted Haley Williams - 06-10-2021
Strength training offers important health benefits for children and teens despite the many misconceptions surrounding safety. Physiotherapist Tim Dettmann helps us bust six
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Brawn good for the brain and the body Haley Williams - 06-09-2021
If you lift weights, you're a lean, mean fighting machine. That's what the research reveals if we're talking about fighting major diseases of the mind and body.
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Spinning around - why physios are becoming the go-to treatment practitioner for vertigo treatment Nicole Madigan - 01-09-2021
For many sufferers of vertigo, that spinning feeling is something they learn to simply put up with, usually after a few visits to the GP or specialist. What
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Mental health is a crucial component of physiotherapy treatment Nicole Madigan - 12-07-2021
Mental health should be at the centre of all physiotherapy treatment plans, according to Physiotherapist, Kathryn Anderson, who says the profession has never been more committed
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Self-care optimises recovery in breast cancer surgery Haley Williams - 07-06-2021
Breast cancer affects one in eight Australian women, and 40 per cent
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How physios can help prevent, manage and treat birth trauma Haley Williams - 04-05-2021
The birth of a baby is one of life's happiest and most celebrated moments. But for an alarming number of Australian woman childbirth can also lead to physical and psychological
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Why Pilates training for physiotherapists is becoming increasingly popular Nicole Madigan - 09-04-2021
An increasing number of physiotherapists are becoming trained Pilates instructors, in order to offer clients a more comprehensive and holistic treatment program.
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Dry needling - a popular therapy, but it's not for everyone Haley Williams - 03-03-2021
Dry needle treatment, also known as myofascial point dry needling, is a natural therapy that targets chronic and acute pain. It's becoming more prevalent as an adjunct
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How to thrive in a work-from-home environment Haley Williams - 10-02-2021
Millions of Australians are now working from home despite a slow return to 'normal' following a decline in COVID-19 cases. But is working from home good for our health?
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Physiotherapy's pivotal role in managing osteoporosis Haley Williams - 06-01-2021
Osteoporosis is a metabolic bone disease that silently steals bone mass. It’s a condition that, if left untreated, is progressive and gradually increases the risk of
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Treating teens - a unique physiotherapy client. Haley Williams - 30-11-2020
Treating teenagers comes with a set of unique challenges, from navigating maturity (or lack thereof), communication and disinterest to dealing with parents and adapting treatments
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Pre-menopausal exercise - the critical active years Haley Williams - 02-10-2020
If you're a pre-menopausal woman, take note – exercise is the key to optimising your health in later years according to a new study in the Journal
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Injury inspires person-centred physiotherapy career Haley Williams - 03-08-2020
Recovery from an athletic injury is often a lengthy and challenging process. As well as the physical aspects of recovery, there's also the mental scars and dealing with
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