In Part 1 of this series, I talked about the disability threshold and the consequences when this is crossed for older people who want to remain living independently. I also discussed how the disability threshold is not rigid, and [...]
How can we keep people living independently for longer? Part 1: The Disability Threshold What is the disability threshold? The disability threshold identifies an individual’s level of independence. When the disability threshold is crossed, this person is unable to [...]
Pelvic Floor Function The pelvic floor is a group of muscles, which act like a sling to support your pelvic organs (bladder, uterus and bowel). Often people are aware of these muscles, but a many aren’t actually sure how [...]
How will exercise help my Diabetes management? There are 3 main mechanisms in which exercise can have a positive effect on Diabetes management. Improves the muscles response to insulin Type 2 Diabetes is a condition in which the body [...]
Exercise Physiologist Tim Manning explains a little about what he does. An Exercise Physiologist can help you manage a wide variety of chronic health conditions as well as help you achieve your fitness goals. Quality of living is important [...]
Chronic injuries can have a debilitating effect on everyday life. When we are chronically injured, we are forced to adjust our lifestyle habits to accommodate this change. Many people live with chronic conditions and become used to this background [...]
Stamina, flexibility, bone density, and muscle strength – these are some of our key health concerns as we age. But our attitudes towards the ageing process are also changing. An active man or women over the age of 60 [...]
Not sure whether you just need a massage or a complete physiotherapy treatment? While there are significant differences between physiotherapy and remedial massage, we’re sure the therapists at our Adelaide clinics have a solution for you. We understand that [...]
The natural changes that happen as our bodies’ age increase the likelihood of falls and associated injuries. But there is good news, as many falls are preventable and the injuries sustained from falls can be greatly minimised. We’ve compiled [...]
