Older people can benefit from physio treatments in many ways. While some people need to see a physiotherapist after an injury or to aid recovery after a debilitating illness, others have general treatments with a geriatric physio. What are the benefits of having physiotherapy as you get older? 1. Maintain and Improve Mobility As people age, they often start to have mobility problems. Some people find it hard to get around or maintain an active lifestyle because of conditions such as arthritis. [Read More]

If you've injured your back at work (by, for example, lifting something that was too heavy), here are some tips to follow. Ask to be referred to one of the local occupational health and rehabilitation services In this situation, you should contact your employer and find out if they can refer you to one of the local occupational health and rehabilitation services in the area. When people are injured in their workplaces, their employers will sometimes agree to cover the cost of receiving the medical care they need to recover from that injury. [Read More]

This article explains everything you need to know about autism and how a psychologist can help a child that has been diagnosed with this condition. Read on to discover more! What Is Autism? Autism is a lifelong developmental disability that affects the way people perceive, think and behave. Symptoms typically appear during infancy or early childhood. As autism can range from being very mild to severely disabling, there is a wide spectrum of possible symptoms. [Read More]

Many adults experience back pain at some point in their lives. The pain can last several days to a couple of weeks. Unfortunately, you may also experience chronic pain, which might require specialised medical attention. However, you can prevent mild and chronic back pain in several ways. They include the following:  1. Exercise Regularly When you stretch regularly, you increase your flexibility and reduce your chances of lower back injury. Engage in exercises that build core strength to enhance the stability of your spine. [Read More]