Loxton Physiotherapy
Service
December Newsletter
STAFF NEWS
Admin Staff have been kept busy with
the daily running of the front desk and
trying to prepare for the opening of the
pool and continue the many exercise and
Nordic walking classes we have running
in 2014.
Sandy will also be commencing a
comprehensive ‘Polestar Pilates’ course in
March 2014.
Donna has commenced Falls Prevention
Classes with the addition of new material
learnt at her Tai Chi course and has had
some really positive feedback from
clients.
Sue has had 4 days in Brunswick Heads
NSW to complete Level 2 Acupuncture.
This will enable Sue to trial some very
new and possibly unusual techniques.
Both Monique and Ryan are very keen to
continue their professional development
Ryan has registered for a sports injury
management course in February whilst
Monique has registered for a pelvis and
lumbar spine course also in February
2014.
We have had two 2nd year Uni students
here for 3 weeks in Nov and Dec and that
has kept the 3 resident physio’s on their
toes. We have enjoyed having them here
and hope to see them back in the future.
Preventing back pain
In most cases, back pain can be prevented
by making a few lifestyle changes. Some
suggestions include:
Exercise regularly – this is important to
improve posture and increase muscle
support of the spine. Try walking instead of
using the car. Work towards doing 30
minutes of moderate intensity physical
activity every day.
Lift and carry safely – if you are picking
up a heavy load: squat down, hold the
object as close to your body as practical
and lift by using your legs, keeping your
back straight. Get some help from another
person or use equipment (such as a trolley) if the load is too heavy to manage
comfortably on your own.
Maintain a healthy body weight – being overweight or obese puts extra strain on your back.
Be aware of your posture – consider
your posture, particularly in seated
positions such as when driving or sitting at
a desk for long periods of time. Don’t
slump, keep your back upright and use
support where necessary (such as a
lumbar support cushion or footstool).
We now have Lumbar Supports in stock.
Take regular breaks – when driving,
standing or sitting for long periods of time,
take a break at least every hour. This will
help change the position of your joints and
loosen your muscles. Include a short walk
and a few stretches as part of your break.
Relax and manage your pain – learn
some relaxation techniques to reduce
stress levels and related muscle tension.
Try massage, heat or cold packs and gentle
exercise. Apps for your phone are available
such as “Posture Coach”
.
Christmas gift suggestions
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To your enemy, forgiveness.
To an opponent, tolerance.
To a friend, your heart.
To a customer, service.
To all, charity.
To every child, a good example.
To yourself, respect
~ Rishikajain.com
Moniques OS Trip
16 Weeks
16 Countries in Europe
MEMORABLE MOMENTS
Wimbledon
Skydiving out of a helicopter over
the Swiss Alps
Tour de France in the French Alps
Mountain climbing in Norway
Camper-vanning in Scotland
Sailing around Croatian
Islands
ENJOYED
Brushing up on Dutch
Spending time with family in the
Netherlands and Norway
Learning countries history and involvements in world wars
FAVOURITE COUNTRY
Norway
FAVOURITE CUISINE
Italian
WET FOR WELLNESS
LOXTON PHYSIOTHERAPY SERVICE IN CONJUNCTION
WITH THE LOXTON-WAIKERIE DISTRICT COUNCIL WILL
CONTINUE TO OFFER THE LOXTON COMMUNITY AN OPPORTUNITY TO
EXPLORE THE BENEFITS OF WATER EXERCISE IN A SAFE
AND SUPERVISED ENVIRONMENT
NEXT CLASS
Tuesday 21st January and
Thursday 23rd January 2013
8.30am – 9.30 am
COST: $20.00 ($40 total) plus pool admission
fee of $3.50 per class
Please register your interest with reception
PILATES / FITNESS
Are you interested in joining our
Core Connect
Clinical Pilates
Fit 2B Me Cardio, Core or Strength
Fit 2B Me Boxing Class
Fit 2B Me Hydro Class
Nordic Walking Class
in 2014
Please speak to your Physiotherapist
or register your interest with the Admin Staff
WEB SITE
LPS are currently in the process of having a new
web site ‘built’ and will be back online in early
January with a bright ,shiny, new look.
We will be closed from
Wednesday 25th
December
and reopening on
Monday 30th
December.
We would like to take
this opportunity to wish all our valued clients a
very Happy Christmas and the very best for
2014.
Balance/Tai Chi/Falls Prevention
Loxton Physiotherapy Service now offers a new service
for our senior clients. This service is a falls prevention
program which incorporates elements of Tai Chi.
Current evidence indicates Tai Chi helps to improve
balance and reduce the risk of falls. The program is designed to achieve the following objectives:
Improve Balance
Improve mobility and coordination
Improve overall health and fitness
Increase confidence and overcome anxiety and
fear of falling
If you are interested in joining one of our classes please
let us know
Benefits of Wet for Wellness Exercise
Sue and Chris ran our first Wet for Wellness class on
3rd and 5th December.
This is always an enjoyable experience as we find so
many people who would benefit from water are reluctant to try it and yet when they do they love it! There is
such good evidence for the benefits of water exercise
for a whole range of health conditions from arthritis to
diabetes that we offer this opportunity twice a year to
encourage people with these conditions to try out the
facilities at the community pool and test it for themselves.
You don’t have to swim or get your head wet to be able
to get benefits from the water
Having said that, to those who can swim -you should!
Swimming is an excellent form of whole body exercise
that works all of our muscles.
The water gently resists our body movements and yet
assists it by reducing the weight of our body and the
effects of gravity. Up to 70 % of your body weight can
be taken by the water if you are chest deep.
Just being in the water, with the hydrostatic pressure on
the chest wall has been shown to increase respiratory
effort by up to 15%. This increases the benefit to the
cardio respiratory system.
DID YOU KNOW
Did you know The average person falls
asleep in 7 minutes
Did you know 8% of people have an
extra rib
Did you know the smallest bones in
the human body are found in your ear
Did you know only female mosquitoes
bite
Did you know horses have 18 more
bones than humans
Did you know cucumbers are 96%
water.
Did you know if you try to say the
alphabet without moving your lips or
tongue every letter will sound the
same
Did you know everyone has a unique
tongue print
Did you know macadamia nuts are
toxic to dogs
Did you know there is no
such thing as a naturally
blue food
Exercise
Eat
TO BE FIT NOT ‘SKINNY’
TO NOURISH
YOUR BODY
Ignore
THE HATERS<DOUBTERS & UNHEALTHY
EXAMPLES THAT WERE ONCE FEEDING YOU.
You
ARE WORTH MORE THAN YOU
REALISE