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25.01.2022 Today’s announcement by Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt that telehealth will be funded permanently is welcome news to the APA and its members. APA members have reported appropriate client uptake and a high degree of satisfaction with telehealth, particularly during COVID-19 restrictions. Read the full media release https://australian.physio//physios-welcome-announcement-pe

24.01.2022 Tommy the Turtle has arrived at the APA just in time for summer holidays! This week, Tommy is helping parents to keep kids entertained during the post-Christmas week. Get out the new toys and get active! Keep it simple over summer with Tommy the Turtle.... #KISOS

24.01.2022 UPDATE FOR MELBOURNE MEMBERS: We have received notification that group allied health interventions will return on 8 November. Whilst we welcome the easing of restrictions and are glad that this date is not far away, we have been advocating for the prompt return of small group health interventions as a priority. We will continue to advocate for the prioritisation of health in the ongoing COVID-19 roadmap.... Further information on density quotients is still to come.

23.01.2022 In the lead up to #CloseTheGap Day on 18 March, racism is something we need to talk about. It’s an ugly word. A visceral word. It makes us uncomfortable, it evokes our fight or flight response. Well it should, for there is nothing positive about this word. Ray Gates, a Bundjalung man and physiotherapist of more than 18 years calls for national action on the global impact of systemic racism in physiotherapy. Read the full InMotion article at https://australian.physio/inmotion/racism-stops-you

23.01.2022 The latest iteration of the Industry Restart Guidelines Allied Health and Primary Care effective as of 11.59pm 27 October is below. https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-sector-guida Metro Melbourne has now entered the Third Step.... Public Health has confirmed that indoor group therapies will be permitted for metro Melbourne in the Last Step the timing of which is subject to Public Health epidemiological modelling and advice. For clinical settings, indoor groups (when permitted) will need to operate with a density quotient of 1 person per 4 square metres, maximum number of 10 people per group (practitioners excluded from group numbers). For health professionals who provide clinical services in a fitness industry setting (ie. public/commercial gym) a density quotient of 1 person per 8 square metres will apply with a maximum group size of 10 people (practitioners excluded from group numbers). Unfortunately, this Public Health advice is not clearly articulated in the guidelines and we are awaiting further amendment to the document to ensure clear and consistent messaging. For practitioners who operate services from a residential address (i.e. their or another practitioner’s home), Public Health has confirmed the requirement for the premise to have a separate patient/client access point.

22.01.2022 SA MEMBERS Masks are now mandatory for all allied health practitioners when treating patients, regardless of setting. We are seeking further details on supply from SA Health and will update as soon as we have this.

22.01.2022 The next COVID-19 Primary Care and Allied Health webinar is on Wednesday 28 October from 11:30-midday (AEST). The panel will feature Dr Anne-marie Boxall (Chief Allied Health Officer, Department of Health) and Adjunct Associate Professor Donna Markham (Chief Allied Health Officer for Safer Care Victoria). They will provide key updates and answer participants’ questions. ... Link to attend is here: https://publish.viostream.com/app/s-n9wn9yp

22.01.2022 Medicines are just a small part of the management of back pain and osteoarthritis. Other options such as exercise, physiotherapy and maintaining a healthy weight help manage the pain. Things to think about: What might be causing the pain? What are the risks and benefits of this medicine?... How long should I take this medicine? Is there anything else I can do to help the pain? What is my pain management plan? https://www.nps.org.au//5-questions-to-ask-about-using-opi

22.01.2022 GREATER BRISBANE LOCKDOWN From 6pm tonight, Friday 8 January, until 6pm Monday 11 January people in the local government areas of Brisbane, Moreton Bay, Ipswich, Redlands and Logan will be required to stay at home except for essential exercise, food and supplies, access to health/medical care and work which cannot be performed remotely. Masks are now mandatory in these LGA’s outside of the home. QLD Health has not included allied health, including physiotherapy practices, on ...its list of business that must close. It is therefore our advice that physiotherapy practices may remain open. Practices must adhere to one person per 4 square metres, with maximum of 20 to 50 with COVID Safe or Industry Plan for this period. Although specific new guidelines have not been provided regarding groups and classes, we advise numbers should be kept small and allow for appropriate distancing. Please continue to adhere to strict hygiene practices. We will keep you updated as the situation develops. For more information, go to https://www.qld.gov.au//current-/greater-brisbane-lockdown

21.01.2022 Get a head start with our exclusive Early Bird discount*! https://australian.physio/with-you-all-the-way *Conditions apply

21.01.2022 "Risky play is about encouraging kids to participate in unstructured play, to be responsible for their own decision-making, and the consequences that may come with those decisions." https://www.northweststar.com.au//your-kids-need-to-take/

21.01.2022 VIC members: The Health care and social assistance sector guidance website has now been updated to include a PDF copy of the PPE guidance for Allied Health private practice, as well as an FAQ specific to this issue. Access below link to view these guidelines. http://ow.ly/CNUR50CSM1i

20.01.2022 For SA members: We are thinking of you at this time of uncertainty and understand that you may have questions around the emerging restrictions. Our team are actively monitoring the situation, in particular requirements with regard to mask wearing. We will provide further advice as soon as it is available. In the interim, we encourage you to ensure that your COVID plans and infection control protocols are up to date and in place.

20.01.2022 APA member and Penrith Panthers' Lead Physiotherapist Pete Green, chatted to us about his finals preparation, how it's changed throughout the season and the vibe about the club before the NRL's big dance tomorrow. Best of luck to the Panthers and the Melbourne Storm #NRLGF #NRLPanthersStorm #apaphysiospotlight

19.01.2022 There is plenty of evidence that immobility in hospital leads to deconditioning, which can have life changing effects. To combat this, the End PJ Paralysis campaign was created. Its aim? To get hospital patients to get up, get dressed and get moving. In the latest #TalkingPhysio episode, Dr Christina Ekegren, APAM, from the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, chats with Dr Claire Baldwin, APAM, from Flinders University, and Dr Dawn Simpson, APAM, from the Menzie...s Institute for Medical Research, about deconditioning in the acute hospital system and the positive impacts of the End PJ Paralysis campaign. Listen to the podcast at https://bit.ly/3qePaaP This #podcast is a Physiotherapy Research Foundation (PRF) initiative supported by FlexEze Heat Wrap Therapy, exclusive partner of the PRF. #choosephysio #PRF #talkingphysio #flexeze #podcast #EndPJParalysis #moveit

19.01.2022 Today we chatted to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Committee member Katie Potter, APAM, about all things NAIDOC Week. Head straight over to our Instagram stories to hear Katie answer some of your questions! As we wrap up National NAIDOC Week for 2020, we encourage you to continue to take steps to acknowledge the land you are on each day and create a culturally safe environment for all. Always Was, Always Will Be. acknowledges that hundreds of Nations and our cu...ltures covered this continent. #NAIDOCWeek #NAIDOC #alwayswasalwayswillbe

18.01.2022 The next COVID-19 Primary Care and Allied Health webinar is on Wednesday 25 November from 11:30-midday (AEST). The panel for this webinar will feature Dr Anne-marie Boxall, Chief Allied Health Officer, Department of Health, Catherine Turnbull, Chief Allied and Scientific Health Officer, South Australia Health, and Catherine Maloney, Chair, Australian Allied Health Leadership Forum. They will provide key updates and answer participants’ questions. Wednesday 25 November ... 1:30-2pm (AEST) Webinar link: https://publish.viostream.com/app/s-dydg3wn See more

18.01.2022 VALE KAREN SCHNEIDER It is with sadness that we advise of the passing of one of our highly esteemed Honoured Members, Karen Schneider, who peacefully passed away after a long battle with cancer on Friday evening, 20 November. Karen was a remarkable person and clinician, and contributed greatly to our profession in many ways. ... After joining the APA in 1976, her first physiotherapy job was at the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne, but it wasn’t until Karen moved to Darwin that she became very active in the APA. She was NT Branch Councillor for nine years and Branch President for two terms. More recently, she was involved in the leadership of the Physiotherapy Business Group and represented the Northern Territory at the National Advisory Council. Even after relinquishing her formal duties after many years’ service, Karen remained the ‘go to’ person in the NT for anything of importance to the profession. She was a tireless advocate, and led the charge in discussions with government to improve physiotherapy services at the Royal Darwin Hospital. Few professional development events were delivered in the NT without Karen’s generous guidance and support. Karen’s love of sport was the backbone of her career. She served on the Board of Sports Medicine Australia for more than 10 years and enjoyed a long-term relationship with NT Netball, travelling extensively with the team and being awarded life membership of Darwin Netball. Karen became a titled APA Sports Physiotherapist in 2002 and provided physio services to athletes at the Commonwealth Games in Melbourne in 2006. Karen is survived by her three children, Murray, Katie and Anthony, and her adored grandchildren.

18.01.2022 PPE ADVICE FOR NSW AND VIC MEMBERS Eye protection is no longer required for Tier 1 PPE in Victoria. This applies to patient-facing healthcare workers who are providing care and/or treatment to patients assessed as low risk or no risk for COVID-19, against the clinical criteria for COVID-19. This advice replaces the advice on the conventional use of PPE published on 21 October 2020. https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/personal-protective-equipment-p NSW Health services have now move...d from amber to green alert. An important aspect of this is the corresponding use of PPE. Most staff do not need to wear a surgical mask when within 1.5 metres of a patient. Mask wearing is still required for staff working in emergency departments and for all staff when attending to patients who have an acute respiratory infection. Patients presenting to the emergency department should continue to be encouraged to wear masks. Most other patients are not required to wear masks. The use of PPE for any suspected, probable or confirmed case of COVID-19 remains unchanged. A full matrix of infection prevention and control practices under each alert level is available with the Infection Prevention and Control Response Framework together with posters to support communication with staff and patients. The fundamental principles of infection prevention and control, including maintaining physical distancing, regular hand hygiene and cough etiquette must continue to be applied across all settings.

18.01.2022 Thanks to the support of all members, the Physiotherapy Research Foundation (PRF) was able to achieve so much in 2020! We have summarised the main achievements in a highlight video at the link below. Without your donations, initiatives such as these would not be possible. We are honoured to have been your PRF in 2020 and beyond! https://australian.physio/res//news/thank-you-your-support... #choosephysio #ByeBye2020 #physiotherapy #PRF

18.01.2022 Meet Ian and Nico. Ian is 84 years young and served in Australia, United Kingdom and Vietnam over a 32 year career. Ian lives in Mosman, NSW and says that treatment with his physio, APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist Holly Brasher, MACP, has helped keep him and his Guide Dog puppy Nico, together. Check out Veterans' Health Week activities in your state at https://bit.ly/3kl2cjE... #VHW2020 #VeteransHealthWeek

18.01.2022 The Physiotherapy Research Foundation has awarded the 2020 grant recipients. Congratulations to all. Find the full list of recipients at https://bit.ly/3jk71bF #choosephysio #PRF #research #physiotherapy #grants

17.01.2022 A message of support to SA members from Branch President Aaron Beck. Find all the latest COVID-19 information at https://australian.physio/SA-FAQs

17.01.2022 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is a preventable and treatable lung disease characterised by chronic obstruction of lung airflow that interferes with breathing and is not fully reversible. Physiotherapy can help. Head to https://bit.ly/3nBD8pJ #COPDawareness

16.01.2022 Deirdre McGhee, APAM, says physiotherapists can enable women to be physically active and live well after breast cancer surgery, rather than just survive it. Read this article where Deirdre talks about her research and about the need for a very structured program for breast cancer survivors to help them return to tennis or swimming or any activity they want to do. #Breastcancerawarenessmonth http://ow.ly/pWbg50C5ALV

16.01.2022 Good Life with osteoArthritis in Denmark, or GLA:D, is an education and exercise program developed by researchers in Denmark for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis symptoms. GLA:D has been highly successful as a model to change physiotherapy practice to being in favour of delivering evidence-based treatment. In this episode of Talking Physio, Dr Christian Barton, APAM, from La Trobe University, and Associate Clinical Professor Jane Rooney, APAM, from Swinburne University ...of Technology, sit down with Professor Ewa Roos from the Syddansk Universitet University of Southern Denmark, to share their experiences and successes with GLA:D - Good Life with Osteoarthritis in Denmark. Listen to the podcast at https://bit.ly/3ovvMpe This #podcast is a Physiotherapy Research Foundation (PRF) initiative supported by FlexEze Heat Wrap Therapy, exclusive partner of the PRF. #choosephysio #PRF #talkingphysio #flexeze #podcast #GLAD #Osteoarthritis

15.01.2022 Santa's doing his supervised physio exercise plan before his big night!

15.01.2022 SA MEMBERS We have received confirmation from the SA CAHO that the SA Health PPE use flow chart (link below) is current however there is an additional requirement at present to wear masks at all times when treating patients. This additional requirement will remain in place until the full extent of the outbreak has been determined. We will continue to update as circumstances change. Patients are not required to wear masks unless they are considered high risk. http://ow.ly/6wXb50CtY4L

14.01.2022 UPDATED ADVICE FOR SA MEMBERS As at 12.01am Sunday, SA will revert to similar restrictions that were in place on Monday 16 November. Practices and gyms are permitted to reopen on Sunday 22 November with the same rules as Monday 16 November. It is recommended mask wearing continues.... As of 12pm today, Friday 20 November 2020, exercise outside of your home with members of your household is permitted.

14.01.2022 MELBOURNE MEMBERS The Premier's announcement this afternoon has not provided details on when indoor groups and classes can recommence. We will have clarity on that in the next few days. We continue to advocate strongly for physios to treat more than one patient at a time, in appropriate settings, following strict COVID-safe guidelines. We will advise further information as soon as we have it.

14.01.2022 SA MEMBERS Current advice from SA Health regarding use of PPE and infection control for clinicians and patients. https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au//20015.18_PPE_Workflow_Alli

13.01.2022 It's the end of the year, and that means it’s the last day your 2020 membership is valid. If you haven't done so yet, head to https://australian.physio/with-you-all-the-way and renew now. We're with you all the way!

12.01.2022 QLD MEMBER UPDATE With no locally acquired cases in QLD in the past 24 hours, the Greater Brisbane lockdown will end at 6pm tonight, Monday 11 January. The following extended restrictions and advice will apply for the next 10 days until 22 January:... Masks must be worn in workplaces if social distancing isn’t possible and it’s safe to do so. You must carry a mask at all times. Masks must be worn in indoor places including physiotherapy clinics. Businesses and venues can have one person per 4m indoors and one person per 2m outdoors. Smaller venues up to 200m can have one person per 2m up to a maximum of 50. Anyone who has been in Greater Brisbane since 2 January must carry a mask with them, and wear them at indoor venues. We continue to advise that numbers should be kept small and allow for appropriate distancing for group classes. Please continue to adhere to strict hygiene practices. For more information, please go to https://www.qld.gov.au//easing-greater-brisbane-restrictio

12.01.2022 Low back pain (LBP) is the leading global cause of years lived with disability and places a significant socioeconomic burden upon individuals and health systems worldwide. A recent JoP study found that people who have experienced low back pain are open to using exercise to reduce their risk of recurrence; however, they tend to prefer exercise programs that differ from those exercise programs that are known to be effective. For full results from the study, go to https://bit.ly.../31VpRA6 Read the full article at https://bit.ly/2Ji61IP #LBP #lowbackpain #exercise #programs #JoP

11.01.2022 VICTORIAN MEMBERS The summary of last step restrictions for metro Melbourne and regional Victoria (effective 11.59pm, 22 November 2020) have limited changes for allied health and primary care providers as follows: Indoor group therapies in clinical treatment settings and fitness industry settings may increase to a maximum of 20 participants (within density quotients). Indoor group therapy classes conducted in a fitness industry setting may now operate with a density quot...ient of 1 to 4 sq metres (previous density quotient was 1 to 8 sq metres). This brings into alignment the density quotients for clinical treatment settings and fitness industry settings. Outdoor group therapies may increase to a maximum cap of 50 participants. Owing to the proximity to other participants and potential for contact, face masks should still be worn by all participants. Caps on group sizes for hydrotherapy in indoor and outdoor pools have been removed, however a density quotient of 1 to 4 sq metres still applies. Restrictions on the purpose, number and time limits for visitors to hospital and care facilities have been removed, but remain subject to the rules/regulations of each individual facility. We are awaiting further info from DHHS on provisions for therapy services operating from a residential address, and will update you ASAP. https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-covid-19-res

11.01.2022 Physio, chiro, osteo or myo? All of them come highly recommended, so who do you choose to help manage your aches and pains, and what are the differences between the four? Physiotherapists are well equipped to implement an active management plan for your aches and pains.... To find a physio near you head to https://choose.physio/ Or to find out which healthcare option is best for you, read more https://ab.co/37d4Suf #PRF #physio

10.01.2022 Are you ready to put 2020 behind you? We're with you all the way! Renew your 2021 APA membership now and take advantage of our 15% Early Bird discount. Use the code WITHYOU2021 at the checkout: https://australian.physio/with-you-all-the-way

10.01.2022 Physio can help you avoid surgery for osteoarthritis. Go to https://choose.physio/ to find a physio near you today. #choosephysio

09.01.2022 Renew your APA membership for 2021 today! https://australian.physio/with-you-all-the-way

08.01.2022 How powerful are infographics as educational tools? Physiotherapists Anne Harrison, APAM, Professor Nicholas Taylor, APAM, Associate Professor Helena Frawley, APAM, and Professor Nora Shields, conducted a randomised trial to discover if a consumer co-created infographic about gestational diabetes, improved knowledge about physical activity and self-efficacy to exercise during pregnancy. For women with gestational diabetes, provision of an infographic, in addition to usual ed...ucation, led to worthwhile improvements in both knowledge and self-efficacy about physical activity during their pregnancy. For more information and to read the full article published in the Journal of Physiotherapy, go to https://tinyurl.com/yxbnfl5d This #infographic is proudly brought to you by the Physiotherapy Research Foundation (PRF) supporting research translation. #choosephysio #PRF # gestationaldiabetes #physiotherapy #research #infographic

06.01.2022 In June, the federal Department of Health changed the rules about how opioid medications were prescribed to tackle a rise in hospital admissions and deaths related to the drugs. Physiotherapy is proven to provide effective pain relief, which treats, rather than simply masks, the underlying cause of chronic pain. As there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach in assessing and treating someone’s pain, physios are practiced in considering a range of factors that may be contributin...g to the pain, in order to introduce an appropriate treatment including exercise programs, joint manipulation and mobilisation. Chronic pain is a complex health issue. Though it is individuals who suffer the severe, debilitating symptoms, the burden extends across the whole of society. Physiotherapy has been proven effective in the early intervention and management of pain. https://www.abc.net.au//pain-sufferers-say-limiti/13219230 ABC Australia

05.01.2022 Perinatal mental illnesses like anxiety and depression are common and can be serious. One in ten expecting or new fathers will experience anxiety and/or depression, affecting around 100,000 families across Australia every year. This PANDA Week, the team's not just raising awareness, but actually aiming to encourage real and lasting action across the country.... Head to www.panda.org.au for more info. #PANDAWeek #PANDAWeek2020 #perinataldepression #postnataldepression #birthtrauma #perinatalanxiety

03.01.2022 From everyone at the APA, we wish you a happy and peaceful festive season Have a safe and happy new year.

03.01.2022 SA MEMBERS: New information has come to light with regard to COVID-safe requirements for South Australian physios. Given the nature of these, and the timeframes involved, we are informed that there will be some leeway given if compliance by the deadline is not possible. Members are requested to do their best to comply with the directives below. We have no further information at this stage and are working hard to obtain it ASAP. We will keep members up-to-date.... Note: The SA Health website is several days out of date. This information has been confirmed by the SA CAHO and Adelaide PHN.

02.01.2022 Meet Sid. Sid is 87 years young and served in the Air Service (One Squadron) in Malaysia in 1954-1955 and again in 1959-1962. Now living in Inglewood, Western Australia, Sid says that seeing his physio Sarah Carney, APAM, helps him live his life to the fullest. Check out Veterans' Health Week activities in your state ... https://bit.ly/3kl2cjE #VHW2020 #VeteransHealthWeek

02.01.2022 Register now and save! https://thrive.physio/register THRIVE 2021 is the place to meet and interact with industry leaders and research experts, discover new opportunities, and relax with other delegates during our popular networking sessions, including the highlight gala dinner.

02.01.2022 COVID-19 vaccination statement from National Boards & Ahpra A joint statement from the 15 National Boards and Ahpra has been released about the National Boards’ expectations of Australian registered health practitioners and COVID-19 vaccination. Vaccination is a crucial part of the public health response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many registered health practitioners will have a vital role in COVID-19 vaccination programs and in educating the public about the importance and s...afety of COVID-19 vaccines to ensure high participation rates. The position statement explains how the National Boards’ existing regulatory frameworks apply to COVID-19 vaccination and states the National Boards’ expectations of Australian registered health practitioners in regard to: being vaccinated against COVID-19, administering COVID-19 vaccines, and providing advice and information about COVID-19 vaccination. Further information: https://www.ahpra.gov.au//2021-03-09-vaccination-statement

02.01.2022 VIC members: Updated advice from DHHS on PPE guidance specific to Allied Health in private practice settings can be found below. http://ow.ly/Am2e50BZkbM

01.01.2022 #DidYouKnow in Australia, more than 13,250 people will be diagnosed with lung cancer this year and devastatingly most won’t survive more than 5 years? Research offers hope, whether for a cure or for an improvement in quality of life. Check out Lung Foundation Australia's post below and keep an eye on their page throughout the month to learn more about lung cancer. #LungCancerAwarenessMonth... https://www.facebook.com/lungfoundation/posts/3685538164809859

01.01.2022 The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care is seeking stakeholder feedback to ensure the National Safety and Quality Primary Healthcare (NSQPH) Standards meets the needs and expectations of the sector and the community. Members can provide feedback via a written submission. The commission is also running a series of online consultations that anyone can attend. These can be attended via video conference or phone, with further information about the consultation forums on the commission website. http://ow.ly/Iu7850C6Dsq

01.01.2022 SA MEMBERS UPDATE 25/11: Refer to this post for the current position on the use of PPE in SA. https://www.facebook.com/AustralianPhysiotherapyAssociation/posts/3766802476677087 Masks are now mandatory for all allied health practitioners when treating patients, regardless of setting. We are seeking further details on supply from SA Health and will update as soon as we have this.