As the 2025 Falls Guidelines for Community Care bring prevention, screening and targeted interventions into focus, their real-world impact will depend on how clinicians translate recommendations into everyday care. For physiotherapist Scott Lynch, the guidelines are not an abstract framework but a practical tool woven into systems, assessment and the culture of his mobile practice.

PHYSIO PITCHFEST While there were only two winners at the 2025 Physiotherapy Research Foundation Physio Pitchfest, held during the APA’s national conference APASC25, the shortlisted finalists were strong contenders. Adam Daniels, whose iX Cricket Sports Watch aims to change the way bowlers measure load, and Julie Sheahan, who has developed an easy-to-use ankle strap for seated leg exercises, talk about their innovations.

A recent recipient of a 2025 Seeding Grant is investigating the effects of Botulinum intramuscular injections on muscle strength and active function outcomes in neurological conditions.

Physiotherapists from the Royal Melbourne Hospital describe the development and feasibility testing of an online vestibular learning package aimed at improving clinician confidence and knowledge in the assessment and management of acute dizziness.

Associate Professor Nick Gilson provides a snapshot of a new program designed to support physically active and connected lifestyles for veterans in Queensland.

A new randomised controlled trial has provided the strongest evidence to date that adding a simple postural challenge to inspiratory muscle training can significantly enhance recovery after stroke. One of the authors, Professor William Tsang, agreed to answer some questions about the trial.

Associate researcher Dennis Boer and colleagues have conducted a qualitative study exploring the perspectives of physiotherapists and aged care staff on involving family caregivers in physiotherapy and exercise for residents with dementia.

The April issue answers diverse questions with a consistent answer: physiotherapy delivers meaningful impact when it is accessible, evidence-informed and implemented well. Scientific editor Mark Elkins provides a summary of the content.

APA Policy and Government Relations Senior Policy Advisor Mirjana Jovetic explains why it’s so important to champion access to falls prevention programs.