In the month of ‘Movember’, it is important to discuss the impacts of prostate cancer. Often, first line treatments like chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and hormone therapy (while understandably necessary) cause muscle weakness, reduced bone strength, and reduced libido for life in men. While these treatment responses are common, they don’t have to be the daily bugbear for men in the community.

Ageing is a natural part of life, but pain does not have to be. While many believe sore joints and daily discomfort are inevitable, pain should never be dismissed as “just getting old". Pain is personal and subjective, yet unfortunately older adults are often undertreated. Misconceptions, reluctance to “be a bother,” and the complexity of multiple medications all contribute to pain being overlooked.

While there is currently no complete cure for OA, you can live a great, active life with OA. Being active can actually reduce your symptoms. There are three layers to OA management:

You might be familiar with the term osteoarthritis, but how much do you know about it? Osteoarthritis (OA) is a condition that mostly...

Obesity is a serious health concern in Australia. It can lead to various health issues, making management crucial. Physiotherapy offers...