Aged care COVID-19 catch-22 must be addressed The COVID-19 Catch-22 endured by older Australians must be urgently addressed, the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) has told the Aged Care Royal Commission’s Impact of COVID-19 inquiry today. While well meaning, COVID-19 social…
Lifting less weight for the first few weeks can help gym-goers return to training As gym doors reopen, physiotherapists are warning us to take it easy as we start working out again. Key points: Physiotherapists urge gym-goers to gradually restart…
Physiotherapy must be included in multidisciplinary approach to mental health The Australian Government’s National Mental Health and Wellbeing Plan, released to support and safeguard the mental health of Australians during and beyond COVID-19, is a much needed additional resource in…
Don’t go too hard, too soon: elite athletes join physios in injury prevention campaign Some of Australia’s top athletes have lent their support to a new social media campaign from the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) to highlight the increased risk…
Research finds rehab-only treatment yields better long-term results Adam Culvenor, La Trobe University Knee reconstructions may lead to more problems later in life than non-surgical rehabilitation, researchers have found. A team led by Dr Adam Culvenor from La Trobe University…
TELEHEALTH_930x470-min.jpg The Australian Government’s temporary introduction of telehealth services via Medicare during COVID-19 must be made permanent to give all Australians access to safe and high quality healthcare. APA National President Phil Calvert says funding of telehealth has demonstrated video…