Since February, the Oncology Exercise Group (OEG) has been running twice a week for eight weeks for people who are deconditioned as a result of their cancer or treatment. It is open to people before, during or up to one year after treatment. Initial outcomes for patients are positive, with 50 referrals since launch.

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Craig has been working in men’s health physiotherapy for almost 20 years, focusing on prostate cancer post-treatment intervention, side effects of surgery and radiation, incontinence and erectile dysfunction, which were addressed in his first book Prostate Recovery MAP–Men’s Action Plan.

Helping people aged 60 and above be active is at the forefront of Anne-Marie Hill’s mind. In working with ‘older people’ for the past 30 years, the Curtin University associate professor has gained a wealth of knowledge in understanding the key motivators to keeping people active. Her interest in healthy ageing and health for older people includes a focus on falls prevention, exercise and engagement.

How common is contracture after stroke?

Contracture is fairly common after stroke, with about half of all patients developing at least one contracture within the first six months. It is important because it impacts on function in the long term as well as interfering with practice of movements during rehabilitation.

Professor Julie Bernhardt will be well known to those engaged in stroke research. She is a physiotherapist and stroke researcher who has long been researching physical activity in clinical populations. In recognition of her leadership in medical research and being an advocate for women in science, Julie was named as a Member of the Order of Australia in the 2019 Australia Day Honours.

Who will benefit most from attending the course?