It is a common misconception that elderly people would only benefit from seeing a physiotherapist if it is for rehabilitation to recover from an injury or from surgery. However, a regular check-up by a physiotherapist has many benefits, particularly for people aged 65 and over. Assessment and intervention by a physiotherapist are useful in the…
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease which causes inflammation in the joints, leading to pain. Physiotherapists can support a person with rheumatoid arthritis to understand more about their condition, and the types of daily activities and modifications they can utilise to help improve their function and symptoms.
Here are a few of the things that Physiotherapists can do to help.
There are numerous different types of headaches, ranging from the mild ones we all get from time to time to painful, debilitating conditions that can seriously impact the activities in your life.
Cervicogenic headaches are a lesser-known type of headache. Here’s what you need to know about them.
Have you ever caught yourself wondering whether you should see a massage therapist or a physiotherapist for that soreness and tension you’ve been feeling?
We’re here with the answers, and the who, what when where and why.
Have you ever caught a glimpse of athletes or people at the gym wearing coloured tape and wondered what it is and why they use it?
It’s called Kinesiology tape and aside from making them look the part, it can be used for an assortment of injuries and conditions, ranging from lower back pain to sports injury prevention.
According to Deloitte, migraine affects nearly 5 million Australians and costs us nearly $36 billion in healthcare costs and lost productivity. That’s because it’s not just a headache, it’s a complex neurological disorder.
Here’s what causes migraines and what we know so far about treating them.
Scoliosis is a spinal condition that tends to appear during adolescence. It involves an abnormal sideways curve to the spine that can cause symptoms like uneven shoulders and protruding ribs, hips or shoulder blades on one side.
Most cases of scoliosis are mild and can be managed with watchful waiting or physiotherapy.
Back problems can lead to disturbed sleep, and long-term poor sleep can also put you at higher risk for developing back issues.
Fortunately, there are simple things you can do to help ensure you get a good night’s rest.
Do you work a desk job? Are you suffering back pain?
You’re not alone – research shows about one-third of office workers experience lower back problems, with that number rising as more people work from home.
Are you good with people? Fascinated by science? Intrigued by the human body? Then you’d probably make a great physiotherapist.
Here’s what’s involved in becoming a physiotherapist and what to expect once you’re qualified.