Your Health Is Our Business
Shortness of breath and a reduced capacity to participate in physical activity or activities of daily living can be some symptoms associated with diagnosed chronic lung conditions such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), asthma, bronchiectasis or cystic fibrosis (CF). Breathing techniques such as pursed lipped breathing and diaphragmatic breathing have been shown to…
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With the Commonwealth Games in sight on the Gold Coast we are eager to share the top three tips when it comes to biomechanics and running. Footwear It is important to find the right footwear to begin your running lifestyle. To start your running event right you should follow the six step on proper footwear.…
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Shoulders are among one of the more common body regions which are treated by Physiotherapists on a daily basis. They can range from traumatic injuries which occur following an acute event such as falling onto the joint or lifting weights to progressive injuries which develop overtime due to poor biomechanics and shoulder function. In…
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Driving is an important activity that we complete every day and it is often something we take for granted. An injury, illness or disability can affect our ability to drive which can affect our independence and our ability to get out and about in the community. Occupational Therapist’s who have additional training in driving rehabilitation…
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Pressure care is a huge part of the Occupational Therapists role with the elderly, or people with disabilities. Pressure care is used for people who have poor mobility, and who tend to sit in a chair, or lie in bed for long periods each day without moving around very much by themselves. This is needed…
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Aging is currently the fastest-growing segment of our population. There are many evidence and researches clearly indicates that participation in a regular exercise program is an effective way to reduce and/or prevent a number of the functional declines associated with aging. Older adults have the ability to adapt and respond to both endurance and strength…
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an inflammatory condition which is systemic affecting several joints in the body. The lower limb especially foot problems are a common concern for patients with RA. The difficulties people can experience vary from swelling, redness, tenderness of one or more foot joints. These symptoms can lead to joint erosions, joint…
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An ingrown toenail is caused by the pressure from the nail edge into the outer sides of the skin of the toe. Once the edge of the nail breaks through the skin, it digs in on the sides of the toenail, causing pain, tenderness, redness and inflammation. Initially, it can present as discomfort with…
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Hydrotherapy is a type of treatment that I use while working as a Physiotherapist at Allied Connect. Hydrotherapy is one of the oldest forms of treatment and involves the use of heated water (33-34 degrees Celsius) to soothe away pains and promote physical well-being through exercise. The benefits of commencing an exercise program…
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What Is Hydrotherapy? Hydrotherapy is a term used to describe the use of exercises in a pool as part of treatment. Hydrotherapy is typically completed in a warm water pool, however, I commonly treat clients who make use of their public pools and home pools which are not heated. The benefit of being able to…
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