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23.01.2022 Time to get to know the team a bit better. Meet receptionist and practice manager Wibke. Wibke has come from a banking/IT and insurance background and has extensive experience in and passion for quality admin management and customer service. In 2011, Wibke joined PhysioCare Townsville as a casual receptionist. Over the years, her role has grown into being a full time practice manager.... Wibke is a sociable person who always keeps the team together in a good mood. In her spare time Wibke loves spending time in nature. She enjoys camping, beach walking, pilates and yoga and has a strong interest in holistic health care and a feel-good lifestyle. See more

23.01.2022 Washing your hands is one of the easiest ways to help prevent the spread of COVID19. This picture demonstrates what should be done to ensure you are cleaning your entire hand when washing them with soap.

20.01.2022 Time to get to know our team a bit better. Meet Jordan Jordan graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy with first class honors in 2017. Throughout his degree he gained experience at the Moi Trauma Institute and various rural hospitals across Tanzania. He moved to Townsville in 2018 to start work at PhysioCare. Jordan has an interest in trauma and enjoys his work, employing a strong goal based exercise approach. He also commenced a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery at James Cook University in 2019 which complements his work as a physiotherapist.

19.01.2022 One of the most rewarding parts of being a Physiotherapist is being able to help improve someone’s quality of life. It’s been a privilege working with Mark over the past 18 months!

19.01.2022 The team at PhysioCare Townsville would like to wish everyone a Happy Holiday Season Our Deeragun and Cranbrook clinics will be closed from the 18th and 21st of December respectively. But the Thuringowa clinic will be open through the Christmas - New Year period.... Book online at physiotownsville.com.au/book-online #christmas #physiotherapy #Townsville #holidays

17.01.2022 COVID-19 Plan Currently at PhysioCare we are still operating as normal but have made a few extra precautions to reduce the risk of spreading any infection. At PhysioCare the wellbeing of our staff and clients is of our highest priority. We are taking extra measures to uphold the highest standards of sanitation and hygiene. We have put in place an even more rigid cleaning schedule, have no linen on our beds and all equipment gets cleaned after every client. Feel free to bring ...your own towel with you. How can you help? If you have travelled overseas please DO NOT come to our business for 14 days. If you have a fever, sore throat or cough please DO NOT come to our business until you are completely recovered. If you suspect you have been in contact with someone with COVID-19 please DO NOT come to our business for 14 days since last contact. Please wash your hands thoroughly upon entry of our building, before seeing the Physiotherapists. We appreciate your help and support at this difficult and uncertain time. If you have any questions please call us on 4417 8900. Kind regards, The PhysioCare team

16.01.2022 The COVID 19 pandemic has affected us all in many ways, one being our normal exercise habits. Whether you kept exercising during isolation or stopped completely, it is important to manage your return to exercise. If you don’t, you may predispose yourself to injury and even more time out of your regular exercise. Here we discuss a few tips for return to exercise. 1. Maintain healthy sleep and nutritional habits During COVID, many of our routines may have changed because we wer...e spending more time in the comfort of our own home. Now that some of us are moving away from work from home it is important to acknowledge how this change in routine may affect us. It may mean we have less time to exercise or impact on our waking times. It might also mean it is easier to go get a bought lunch from the shops which isn’t as good for us. By acknowledging these changes and developing strategies to deal with them, you are less likely to injure yourself. 2. Ease back into activity Regardless of how good you were at exercising during isolation, your fitness levels may have dropped in this time. It is important to accept this and start at an appropriate level. A good starting point is to increase your activity by only 10-25% from what you have done over the last 3-4 weeks. This small increase has been shown to produce changes in fitness while avoiding workload related injury (credit Tim Gabbett). 3. Worst case scenario Despite gradually getting back into exercise and doing all the right things by your body, you still may develop injury. If you do, it is important to address the issue straight away rather than leaving it. Often a week of pain turns into two weeks, then a month, and before you know it the problem is chronic in nature. By getting help early, you reduce the risk of developing chronic issues and can continue exercising more effectively. For any personalised advice on how to safely return to exercise or if you have already felt the effects of injury since returning, feel free to come in and see one of our physiotherapists!

15.01.2022 With lots of us now spending more time at home or in front of a computer it’s always good to remember to balance out your screen time with something active and productive. Small screen breaks can have numerous health benefits and prevent a number of common aches and pains.

15.01.2022 Time to get to know our team a bit better! Meet Matt T (one of two Matts at PhysioCare)! Matt was raised in North Queensland and graduated from James Cook University in 2016. While he loves any sport, Matt is particularly keen on cricket and still plays in the local competition. It was this love of sport, along with the desire to help people, that drew Matt to physiotherapy. As a physiotherapist, Matt enjoys treating all sorts of complaints, especially lower limb and sporting injuries. He is qualified in Dry Needling and has completed research into amateur cricketers, the results of which he presented at the ASICS Sports Medicine Australia Conference in 2017. Outside of work, Matt enjoys playing and watching cricket and spending time with family and friends.

14.01.2022 BEHOLD the lip warmers of our #MOVEMBER team!! We'd like to congratulate the boys from PhysioCare Townsville & Cleverley Physio for their glorious Mo's & everyone that has donated to a great cause. PLUS a special thank you to the spouses of our Physios who put up with them!... #movemberfoundation #movember2020 #mentalhealth #physiotherapy

14.01.2022 Myth busting regarding wearing gloves. This is why our Physios are washing their hands before and after each patient and not wearing gloves.

14.01.2022 These mo's are really starting to grow on us! We've teamed up with our sister clinic Cleverley Physio to make a difference in mental health, suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer. Donations can be made at: ... https://movember.com/t/physiocare-cleverley-physio or one of our clinics in Cranbrook - Deeragun - Thuringowa - Hermit Park. #Movember #Movember2020 #MensHealth #MentalHealth #Physiotherapy #Townsville

11.01.2022 Time to get to know our team a bit better. Meet Claire Claire was born and raised in North Queensland. She completed her schooling in Proserpine, before moving to Townsville to commence her Physiotherapy university degree. Claire graduated with a bachelor degree in Physiotherapy at James Cook University in 2013. Claire has been working at PhysioCare Townsville since 2014.... Claire has always had a keen interest in biomechanics and exercise and enjoys working one-on-one with clients to help them achieve their goals and enhance their quality of life. Claire uses a broad range of manual therapy techniques including dry needling to assist in the rehabilitation of her clients. Claire enjoys working with clients of all ages and capabilities, tailoring treatment plans to suit each individual’s abilities and goals. Claire has completed a Level 1 Paediatric Physiotherapist Course. Claire and husband, Adam, have two children: Lily who made her grand entrance in 2017 and Isla, hers in 2019. Outside the practice Claire enjoys spending quality time relaxing with family and friends when she is not busy chasing after her two girls.

10.01.2022 Time to get to know our team a bit better. Meet Ryan. Ryan was originally from Gladstone in Central Queensland, before moving to Townsville to study a Bachelor of Physiotherapy, which he completed in 2010. Upon completion of his degree, he secured employment in his home town where he practiced for four years before returning to Townsville in 2014. Ryan has worked in a range of Musculoskeletal practices where he has gained an extensive knowledge of all Musculoskeletal injuri...es. During this time Ryan has had the opportunity to work closely with local and state level sporting teams across a wide variety of sports. Ryan has furthered his studies by gaining qualifications as a level 2 Sports Physiotherapist and a level 1 Paediatric Physiotherapist. Ryan has also undertaken numerous professional development courses such as pilates and dry needling. Although Ryan's love of sport began at a young age, it still is a large part of his life today. Ryan has represented Central Queensland for touch football and athletics as well as being the Queensland champion for beach flags and sprint in surf lifesaving. This has also allowed Ryan to gain accreditation as a beach sprint and flag coach. Ryan still continues to play touch football on a regular basis with his wife Ashleigh. In 2016 Ryan and Ashleigh welcomed their first child Ivy into the world and in 2018 welcomed Ayla into his family. When Ryan isn't working or playing sport, he enjoys relaxing with his family, fishing and camping.

09.01.2022 Staying active has been proven to have numerous health benefits. Sport Australia are recommending every Australian gets moving for 30 minutes per day to improve brain, heart, lung, bone and mental health as well as numerous social benefits. Have you reached your 30 minutes today?

09.01.2022 Time to get to know our team a bit better. Meet Deb. Debra Melrose graduated in New Zealand and has since worked in many parts of Australia.... She has considerable experience in providing Physiotherapy treatment to a range of clients, including those needing Dry Needling, sporting injuries, necks, backs, shoulders, knees, headaches etc Debra has lived in Townsville since 1989 and has quite a following of clients who value her experience and enjoy her sense of humour. Debra's interests include car racing, camping and travel.

08.01.2022 There is mounting evidence that exercise has a role in falls prevention in people with dementia and Parkinson's disease. A recent review of randomised controlle...d trials confirmed that well-designed exercise programs that safely challenge balance and involve three hours of exercise per week, are most effective for older people living in the general community. Remember to see your physiotherapist if you are not sure about the best approach for you. If you or someone you know is living with dementia or Parkinson's disease, find a physio near you specialising in treatment of older patients or those with neurological conditions. Full report and more information: https://choose.physio/your/ageing-well/balance-and-mobility #choosephysio

08.01.2022 Very excited to open the doors at our new location this week, especially given the difficult times we are currently in. Give us a call on 44178900 to make an appointment at our new clinic at 3/22 Hervey Range Road, Thuringowa Central.

06.01.2022 A short video for everyone to follow showing 7 simple steps to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

04.01.2022 Time to get to know our team a bit better. Meet Matt. Matt was born and raised in Townsville. He attended Ignatius Park College and graduated from JCU in 2017. Matt has always been a keen sportsman playing Rugby League, Rugby Union, Touch Football and Crossfit. Matt’s areas of interest are Strength and Conditioning, Sports Physiotherapy, Musculoskeletal conditions as well as general health and exercise. Matt plans on doing further study in Sports Physiotherapy and Strength and conditioning.

03.01.2022 Myth busting regarding transmitting COVID19 in our hot climate. The best protection is still good hygiene practices.

02.01.2022 Time to get to know our team a bit better. Meet Sam. Sam grew up and completed his schooling in the small town of Mossman before relocating to Townsville to start his physiotherapy degree at JCU. Whilst studying at university Sam engaged in a variety of placements including private musculoskeletal clinics, orthopaedic and general surgical wards, neurological rehabilitation units and special needs education schools. Each of these placements provided Sam with invaluable exper...iences and skills. Sam's keen interest in physical activity combined with his willingness to listen to people and help them achieve their goals is what attracted him to the profession of physiotherapy. Sam enjoys providing education, tailored exercises and hands on treatment techniques to his clients to meet their individual needs. He has also completed a personal development course in Pilates and looks forward to doing further courses in the coming years. Outside of the clinic Sam enjoys spending time with friends and family as well running, going to the gym, exploring the outdoors and fishing.

02.01.2022 Some handy exercises by the QLD government to get people back into the healthy routines again. If you are unsure on where to start then contact us at PhysioCare and get one of our Physiotherapists to advise you on your road to living healthier!

01.01.2022 Good news! Telehealth consultations have been approved for allied health professionals. This applies to all our Medicare, DVA, NDIS and WorkCover patients. Believe it or not, physios can achieve a lot through a session over the phone or via a video link. We can still assess, diagnose, educate and prescribe home treatments and exercises. So, if you’re in self isolation or are avoiding going out for the time being, it doesn’t mean you can’t be looked after! For more information feel free to contact us on 4417 8900.

01.01.2022 Time to get to know our team a bit better. Meet Aaron Aaron completed his schooling in Moranbah before relocating to Townsville to begin his physiotherapy degree. Aaron’s degree landed him experience with rural health; paediatrics;... neurorehab; amputees; and musculoskeletal physiotherapy. Taking a holistic approach, Aaron uses a strong understanding of anatomy, movement, strengthening and pain to generate the best possible outcomes for his clients. He takes the time to ensure that his clients’ have a clear understanding of their condition; their program; and what outcomes they can expect. Keeping up to date with the latest evidence, Aaron provides the best possible treatment choices. Aaron can be difficult to find outside of work, and is likely fishing or hiking through the beaches, capes, rainforests and mountains around Townsville.

01.01.2022 Have you seen our feature in the Townsville Bulletin today.

01.01.2022 Our calves are a very important but often forgotten muscle group. They function in many ways, from simply propelling us forwards as we walk to jumping, sprinting and changing direction at speed. Calf strength doesn’t only help with athletic performance but is highly important in conditions such as knee pain and plantar fasciitis. Research has been completed showing how many single leg calf raises a healthy person should be able to complete (Herbert-Losier, 2017). How do you fair given the age specific averages? Remember, every calf raise must be good quality.