The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) has embraced the latest recommendations from The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) that promote the systemic use of an ‘exercise prescription’ to combat the effects of cancer treatment and improve survival rates. The guidelines recommend that…
School is out for the year, time to get our kids engaged in more risky play for physical and cognitive development After a year heavily impacted by the global pandemic, many Australian children have had their physical activity limited in…
Of those who have been fortunate enough to be able to work remotely during the pandemic, chances are your home was not quite prepared to become your full-time office. Whether you’re tapping away at that desk you panic-bought, you’re sitting…
New research from the UK has identified the summer holiday period as the peak time for children to put on weight and become less fit.1 Anecdotal data from a separate survey of Australian parents2 who use formal and informal childcare during school…
Today’s announcement by Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt that telehealth will be funded permanently is welcome news to the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) and its members. APA members have reported appropriate client uptake and a high degree of satisfaction with…
The warmer weather is seeing many of us jumping back into regular exercise. Remember to take it slow to start with so you don't injure yourself.(Pexels: RF Studio) Kelly Athanasopoulos says she was feeling "lethargic and blobby" after a few…