Dec122021
Grandfather and granddaughter asleep on a couch wearing Christmas hats and a Christmas tree in the background

Preparing for Christmas II – sleep

In the lead up to Christmas, our daily lives often become more hectic. Our time is occupied by all those extra things we need to do before Christmas and our holidays, and as we meet with friends and family that we haven’t seen in a while. Our quality of sleep and our exercise routines are some of the first things to suffer during this busy time of the year. So, as we head into the busy festive season, try and get a little extra sleep and keep up with your exercise routine. This blog discusses simple ways you can increase your daily activity levels, and in turn, help to improve your sleep.

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Dec52021

Exercises to help you prepare for Christmas

In the lead up to Christmas, we are often involved in festive activities such as preparing our house and garden for visitors at Christmas, putting up the Christmas tree, and of course, Christmas shopping. In this short video, our CEO and Principal Physiotherapist Deborah Hunter demonstrates how to improve the strength of your abdominal muscles which support your lower back, and in turn, help you to minimise the risk of injury during the festive season.

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Nov282021
Older couple decorating a Christmas tree with red baubles

Preparing for Christmas

The festive and holiday season is almost upon us and many of us are looking forward to spending quality time with family and friends, many of whom we may not have seen in quite some time. In the lead up to Christmas, we are often involved in festive activities such as preparing our house and garden for visitors at Christmas, putting up the Christmas tree, and of course, Christmas shopping. This blog highlights how some festive activities can leave you at greater risk of injury and six helpful tips to help you minimise those risks.

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Nov212021

Exercises for the over 60s

Regular physical activity promotes longevity and a multitude of long-term health benefits. In this short video, our CEO and Principal Physiotherapist, Deborah Hunter discusses two age appropriate strengthening exercises, the sit-to-stand and the heel raise.

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