News : Occupational therapy
National April Falls Day- April 2nd
Falls represent the single greatest cost to the health system, greater than road trauma. Join us for National April Falls day on April 2nd.
Categories: Stroke recovery, Home based rehabilitation, Occupational therapy, Falls prevention program, Physiotherapy
Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia- you are not alone
Although HSP, also known as Familial Spastic Paraplegia (FSP), is very rare it presents with common symptoms of spasticity, loss of sensation and weakness, especially in the lower legs. This can lead to difficulties with walking and balancing. At the cellular level there is a breakdown in the transportation channels in the nerves which can be especially evident in the longer nerves of the legs. It can also effect some of the smaller nerves in the brain that affect thinking, hearing, vision and can occasionally cause epilepsy.
Categories: Feature Article, Hydrotherapy, Occupational therapy, Neuromuscular Orthotics, Falls prevention program, Physiotherapy
The Latest Technology- Can It Assist or Does It Just Make Life a Little More Difficult?
Computers, Digital Cameras, Mobile Phones, Smart Photos, iPads – these are just some of latest technologies we use every day. Making phone calls, checking emails and using the internet are everyday activities which happen at our fingers tips. But what happens if you have an injury or illness which affects your ability to use technology?
Categories: Feature Article, Parkinson's Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Home based rehabilitation, Occupational therapy, Polio Clinic, Spinal Cord Injury, Physiotherapy
Osteoporosis stuns experts
The Geelong Osteoporosis Study which was released today has stunned experts by showing that nearly a third of all Australian adults have brittle bones which puts them at risk of fractures, frailty and declining health. It is estimated that there are now over 1.2 million Australians aged over 18 years old with the condition, this is much more than first thought.
Categories: Media Release, Occupational therapy, Falls prevention program
Workplace Assessment and Safety: Is Prevention Better Than Cure?
Injuries in the workplace happen all too often. The risk of injury at work is present across all industries, whether you are a Builder or a Librarian there will be tasks you complete each and every day in your workplace which place you at risk of injury. Slips, trips, falls and repetitive strain injuries are amongst the most common incidents reported across all sectors, yet it is often these incidents that are the most avoidable.
Categories: Feature Article, Occupational therapy
Occupational Therapy - are you missing out?
Occupational Therapists assist clients adapt to changes in their lives which have occurred as the result of injury, illness or ageing. Occupational Therapists assess a client’s physical skills, thinking skills, the tasks they need to complete- whether that be showering and dressing or returning to work, and their environment. Are you missing out on areas of your life...
Categories: Feature Article, Occupational therapy
Seniors Week: Two Alfs still kicking on nearing 100
Did you see the two Alfs in the North Shore Times last week? 98 years young last week, and Alf Fitzsimmons is a shining example of what a bit of effort, a positive outlook and continuous exercise can do. Advance Rehab Centre has over 60 clients older than 95 who come to the centre in St Leonards for a range of services including falls and balance classes and hydrotherapy classes, or who are seen at home by a physiotherapy and occupational therapy team.
Categories: Media Release, Parkinson's Disease, Home based rehabilitation, Occupational therapy, Falls prevention program
National Disability Insurance Scheme
Every Australian Counts is the campaign for the introduction of a National Disability Insurance Scheme. The NDIS will revolutionise the way people with a disability, their families and carers are supported in this country. Make your vote count now!
Categories: Media Release, Stroke recovery, Parkinson's Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Home based rehabilitation, Occupational therapy, Polio Clinic, Spinal Cord Injury
Gold Star Award goes to Albert Somssich
A huge well done to Albert who was referred from the Royal North Shore Hospital. Albert had lost his confidence and had not walked outdoors on his own for three months prior to assessment. Two months later he is back out in the garden......Read more about Albert's story here.
Categories: Gold Star Award, Home based rehabilitation, Occupational therapy, Falls prevention program, Falls prevention program
GUIDE DOGS: Community orientation and mobility training for people with visual impairments related to stroke
68-year-old Vicky, who has a left visual field deficit as a result of a stroke, has regained her confidence in independent mobility and has returned to most of her everyday activities, except for driving. Guide Dogs instructors assessed Vicky in hospital, where they began a program to train her in systematic scanning strategies to encourage her to turn her head and eyes to the affected side. At home, Vicky was trained to use an ID cane for road crossings and public transport. She received help with money handling, and was referred for alternative reading materials such as talking books. “Our neurological orientation and mobility training program can help people like Vicky overcome vision problems that can have quite a big impact on their confidence and livelihoods,” Ms Fagan said
Categories: Feature Article, Stroke recovery, Multiple Sclerosis, Home based rehabilitation, Occupational therapy, Falls prevention program