Falls prevention is crucial for maintaining health and well-being, especially as we age. Falls can lead to serious injuries, loss of independence, and reduced quality of life. However, many falls are preventable with proactive measures and awareness. Research shows that targeted strength and balance programs can reduce fall rates and boost confidence among older adults […]
READ MOREWhat is PD Warrior and how does it help with Parkinson’s disease
PD Warrior is an intensive exercise program specifically tailored for people living with Parkinson’s disease. It is based on the concept that exercise can promote neuroplasticity, which is the brain’s ability to reorganize and form new neural connections in response to learning or injury. The program consists of targeted exercises that aim to challenge and […]
READ MOREEnhancing Communication Skills with Speech Therapy: A Guide
Speech therapy, also known as speech-language pathology, plays a vital role in improving communication skills and overall quality of life for individuals facing speech, language, voice, or swallowing challenges. What is Speech Therapy? Speech therapy focuses on assessing, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders. Speech therapists, or speech pathologists, work with clients of all […]
READ MOREHow a Dietitian Can Help with Eating, Drinking, and Swallowing Issues
Eating, drinking, and swallowing problems, also known as dysphagia, can arise from conditions such as stroke, neurological disorders, head and neck cancers, ageing-related changes, or structural abnormalities. Dysphagia can lead to difficulties in chewing, swallowing, or managing food and liquids safely, posing risks of aspiration (food or liquid entering the airway) and malnutrition. The Role […]
READ MOREWhat can Psychology help with?
Did you know psychology is included in the NDIS services? NDIS psychology provides assistance to many individuals with disabilities including improving social skills, environmental strategies, communication techniques, and skills training A psychologist can not only work directly with a client but also with their family, carers, and support team to provide as much support as […]
READ MOREWhat Are The Best Exercises For Older Adults?
We all know that are maintaining an active lifestyle can keep you feeling and looking your best, no matter what your age. However, maintain an active lifestyle is particular important as we age, we can use regular exercise to prevent heart and other metabolic conditions such as diabetes and high cholesterol as well as reducing […]
READ MOREWhy visit a Physiotherapy clinic?
Attending a physiotherapy clinic for rehabilitation is a reliable way to work with your body rather than against it. With the right physiotherapy treatment, you can recover from an injury, reduce chronic pain, maintain your independence, and reach your fitness goals. At Concentric, our talented team of physios dedicate each day to helping patients achieve […]
READ MOREThe Ultimate Guide To Stroke Rehabilitation
Having a stroke is a major life event. After stroke, most people spend time in hospital, either in an acute stroke unit, stroke rehabilitation unit or both. Your rehabilitation should start early, in the first few days after stroke. Your rehabilitation should then be ongoing. Depending on your progress it may last for weeks or […]
READ MORESensory Rooms: Our Favourite Equipment
What is a Sensory Room? Sensory rooms are a space designed to help an individual with sensory processing difficulties receive the stimulation they need and learn how to regulate their sensory requirements. These rooms are a great place to help calm children down prior to an OT session, learn how to regulate different inputs and […]
READ MOREThe Top Ten Ways To Feel More Steady On Your Feet
Start Exercising ASAP! Your muscles weaken as you age for a number of reasons, including poor nutrient intake, hormonal changes and most importantly, a lack of physical activity. Balance is intricately related to the strength of your muscles, in particular, your buttock or gluteal muscles. A really easy exercise that you can begin with, is […]
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