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My Care Physio & Therapy

Locality: Gatton, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 5462 1131

Address: 16 William St 4343 Gatton, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.mcphysio.com

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25.01.2022 https://www.indeedjobs.com/marina-crichton-physiother//en

24.01.2022 Our story in the online Gatton Star. Thank you to all our clients for trusting us with your health care through Corona Virus times.

24.01.2022 A morning walk is one of my favourite ways to keep active. The fresh air works wonders too! Here in the Lockyer Valley were spoiled with gorgeous countryside, native animals, and clean air. Where are your favourite places to take a walk?

24.01.2022 Your 60s is the time to keep your fitness flourishing. Good balance and posture will promote better back and spine health, avoiding health issues down the track. If youre new to exercise, its never too late to start moving! Focus on maintaining cardiovascular health, flexibility, and good balance. Aim for: Moderate intensity cardio 3 days a week for heart health Resistance work using lighter weights and slow, controlled movements... Try Aqua classes (great strength training with less stress on joints), walking, gentle yoga, Pilates, free weights. See more

22.01.2022 Keeping up your fitness in your 30s may be challenging. Its a busy time in your life when its easy to let your fitness routine go. But make your health a priority and keep at it! Focus on building stamina, increasing metabolism, and committing to regular exercise. Aim for: At least one hour of cardio a week 20-40 minutes of strength training twice a week... Try circuit training (bursts oh high-intensity cardio, coupled with resistance work), spin classes, yoga. See more

22.01.2022 Heart Smart in your 20s & 30s Nows the time to assess your heart disease risk factors by taking an honest look at your diet and lifestyle. The younger you are when you establish good habits, the easier it is to stick to them. Regular exercise will protect your heart by keeping cholesterol low and blood pressure within optimum range. Aim for a combination of cardio and resistance training. Check your cholesterol every five years Check your blood pressure and HBlac (tests for diabetes) every two years.

21.01.2022 Warm Edamame Stew Click on this link for a healthy and warm recipe for Edamame Stew: https://healthyeating.nhlbi.nih.gov/recipedetail.aspx

20.01.2022 Heart Smart in your 40s Heart disease is a womans number 1 health risk, but dont be scared! Be heart smart. As you enter peri-menopause, estrogen levels drop, so you have less of its protective effects. Use this window when your metabolism is still strong to get your eating habits in order. It will help offset a slowing metabolism later. Try a diet with a focus on brightly coloured fruit and veg, lean meat, fish, and healthy fats including nuts and seeds. Try HIIT (high intensity interval training) twice a week to jumpstart weight loss and strengthen your heart. Check your blood sugar levels at your annual GP check up

20.01.2022 Southwestern Avocado-Bell Pepper Quiche Cups Looking for new ways to up your protein? Try this heart-healthy, delicious, and impressive-looking recipe with 16g of protein per serving. https://recipes.heart.org//southwestern-avocado-bell-peppe

19.01.2022 Chicken Kabobs Tangy chicken skewers, great for summertime grilling https://healthyeating.nhlbi.nih.gov/recipedetail.aspx

19.01.2022 Greater Government subsidy for compression garments is becoming available.

18.01.2022 If youre 70 or older, you might think its OK to stop moving, but youre never too old to keep active. Even 10 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise every day can make a huge difference in your ability to move freely. Plus, learning new skills helps with cognitive health. Focus on remaining active, balance, and flexibility. Aim for: 30 minutes every day of anything that gets you up and moving! Try - walking, stretching, gentle yoga, Pilates, tai chi, gardening.

13.01.2022 Newsletter: How to Keep Your Hips Mobile! Are you or someone you know experiencing hip pain? Which hip pain diagnoses respond well to physical therapy? Whats the best treatment for hip pain? Get answers to these questions and some easy exercises to maintain your hip mobility in this months video. http://www.mcphysio.com/library_nl_5489

12.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day!

11.01.2022 Time to get moving! Article sourced from: MacDonald, J. (2021, 22 January). GET MOVING! The Village Pump. Page 5. As humans, we are designed to move! Walk, run, jump, throw, dance, push, pull and lift. However, as we have advanced more as a species, we are doing these activities less and less. With each generation, we advance technologically and as a result we have made things easier for ourselves, leading our health and level of activity to decline. We used to walk, but then... we invented the horse and cart and the car and now self driving cars!!? It seems very apparent that there is a trend happening. As a population, we are more inactive than ever before. This is also due in part to our work hours, current occupation and potentially long commutes. Even still, the consequences of this alteration in lifestyle is quickly becoming apparent. With the increase in diabetes, heart disease and obesity all increasing at an alarming rate, it is time to investigate why we should be looking for every excuse to move our incredible bodiesget moving! There is a good chance you already do some form of exercise running, bike riding, hiking swimming. In some cases, you may not even realise you are doing exercise. This is called incidental exercise and can include walking the dog, gardening, playing with your kids or even doing housework. But the question is, are you doing enough? The Australian Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines for Adults (18-64 years) states that adults should be partaking in 2.5 5 hours of moderate intensity exercise (60-65% of your maximum heart rate) or 1.5 2.5 hours of vigorous activity per week (at least 30mins 6 days a week). At least 2 strength training sessions should be included in this. These guidelines also define Moderate activity as exercising at an intensity which requires some effort, but allow a conversation to be held. Examples include brisk walking, gentle swimming, social tennis, etc (approximately 60-65% of your maximum heart rate). Vigorous activities make you breathe harder or puff and pant (depending on fitness). Examples include aerobics, jogging and some competitive sports. So why not get up and go for a walk or light jog this Australia day and move your way to a healthier you! If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact one of the team from My Care Physio and Therapy as they would be more than happy to assist. Resources: Brown, W. Bauman, A. Bull, F. Burton, N. (August 2012). Development of Evidence-based Physical Activity Recommendations for Adults (18-64 years). Department of Health. https://www1.health.gov.au///DEB-PAR-Adults-18-64years.pdf Department of Health (6th June 2019). Australia's Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines and the Australian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines. Department of Health Australia. https://www1.health.gov.au//health-pubhlth-strateg-phys-ac. MacDonald, J. (2021, 22 January). GET MOVING! The Village Pump. Page 5.

11.01.2022 Cinnamon-Glazed Baby Carrots We all know how good carrots are for your eyes, but did you know they are considered a SuperFood? Here is a recipe to ensure your Thanksgiving dinner has a healthy dish.... https://healthyeating.nhlbi.nih.gov/recipedetail.aspx

10.01.2022 Are you in your 40s? Dont let your fitness slide here! At this age, niggly aches and pains can begin to set in, so keeping your fitness up will help your long term health and keep you feeling good. Focus on improving flexibility and strength. Aim for: 45 minutes of low-impact cardio 3-5 days a week An hour of weights/strength training 3-4 times a week... Try compound exercises that work multiple muscles groups: squats, lunges, push-ups; high-intensity interval training, spin class. See more

08.01.2022 How to Avoid Ski Injuries If a skiing or snowboarding vacation is coming up, you may be interested in these simple exercises to prepare for it. http://www.mcphysio.com/library_nl_5688

07.01.2022 Lest we Forget We’re remembering those who have served, those who have sacrificed during or because of defending our country, and those who are serving. Lest we Forget

07.01.2022 Starting a long lasting fitness lifestyle is important when youre young. What you do in your 20s will set the tone for later life health. Focus on cardio fitness, building lean muscle mass and shoring up bone density. Aim for: 45 to 60 minutes of cardio 2-3 times per week Plus weight/strength training for 30 minutes 3 times a week... Try running, cycling, swimming, kick boxing, weight lifting. Mix it up! See more

07.01.2022 A Fresh Perspective! Summer can feel uplifting and revitalising. Warmer weather brings longer days and more time outside with friends and family. Now that the Christmas holidays are finished and we are all back at work have you fallen out of your Summer exercise routine or need a kick start to get back into the swing of things? Like changes in seasons our exercise routine can change. To ensure you are being more consistent with your exercise routine you need to develop more h...ealthy behaviours. TODAY! Get some fresh air outside today for at least 15 minutes. TOMORROW! A morning walk - Head outside first thing in the morning when the air is cooler - get those steps up.

07.01.2022 One step closer.. we have an island!!

07.01.2022 Quick Beef Casserole Click on this link for an easy and delicious recipe for Quick Beef Casserole https://healthyeating.nhlbi.nih.gov/recipedetail.aspx

06.01.2022 Jerk Pork Sandwiches with Mango Sauce Not every night can be a barbecue night, but its too hot for cooking. Summer is a great time to rediscover your slow-cooker. Here is a delicious and heart-healthy recipe for jerk pulled pork sandwiches with Mango. Do you have a favorite crockpot recipe to share for summer dinners? Please share it with us. https://recipes.heart.org//jerk-pork-sandwiches-with-mango

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05.01.2022 Strawberry Jicama Cucumber Salad Did you know that cucumbers and fresh strawberries make a great salad combination? Try this refreshing salad alternative and let us know your thoughts or variations. https://recipes.heart.org//strawberry-jicama-cucumber-salad

04.01.2022 Boost energy, build muscle and burn kilojoules at your desk. Try this deskercise to get a good workout at home or at the office.

03.01.2022 Wisdom from nature for your weekend

02.01.2022 Congratulations to the nominees and recipients of today’s Lockyer Valley Australia Day Awards. You are an inspiration to the people our region.

02.01.2022 Heart Smart in your 50s & 60s Its especially important to keep the heart healthy once youre over 50. Watch for symptoms like feeling unusually tired and short of breath during everyday activities. Got some spare time on your hands? Try volunteering! Research shows people over 50 who volunteer about 4 hours a week are 40% less likely to have high blood pressure. Check your Vitamin D levels annually a deficiency may be a factor in heart disease, and older women dont synthesise this vitamin as easily.

02.01.2022 Keep active in your 50s to set up good health for later life. For women in this age group, exercise combats declining oestrogen levels and post-menopausal weight gain. Focus on building and maintaining core strength and improving flexibility. Aim for: 30 minutes of weight bearing activity every day 20-40 minutes of cardio 4-6 times a week... Try tennis, walking, dance classes, yoga, Pilates. See more

01.01.2022 Neck Pain - 4 Stretches to Ease the Discomfort Have you ever heard the statement, I carry my stress in my neck? With the stress of the pandemic and the holiday season, it’s common to experience pain in the neck. This month, we want to provide you with four different stretches to target some of that stressful discomfort. http://www.mcphysio.com/library_nl_5610