Research

Taking action on men’s health
INMOTION 31 Dec, 2021

Taking action on men’s health


APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist Craig Allingham recently released The Prostate Playbook, which has information and strategies to reduce prostate cancer onset and progression.



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.

Lumbar spine and pelvis in focus
INMOTION 31 Dec, 2021

Lumbar spine and pelvis in focus


Michael Ryan, FACP, will co-present with Darren Beales, FACP, and Trudy Rebbeck, FACP, ‘The complete and advanced lumbar spine and pelvis’ course next month.



Who is the course best targeted to?

The evidence regarding exercise for older people
INMOTION 31 Dec, 2021

The evidence regarding exercise for older people


Anne-Marie Hill talks about the topic of her upcoming Winter Breakfast presentation in Melbourne with Marina Williams.



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.

Early active repetitive motor training after stroke and contracture
INMOTION 31 Dec, 2021

Early active repetitive motor training after stroke and contracture


Sally Horsley expands on the randomised trial that explores whether early active repetitive motor training after stroke prevents upper limb contracture.



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.

Tablet-based exercise after carpal tunnel release
INMOTION 31 Dec, 2021

Tablet-based exercise after carpal tunnel release


Exercises using a touchscreen tablet application improved functional ability more than an exercise program prescribed on paper in people after surgical carpal tunnel release. María Dolores Cortés Vega expands on this research.



What is carpal tunnel syndrome?


Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is considered the most common entrapment neuropathy. In CTS, raised pressure in the carpal canal results in median nerve compression and impaired nerve perfusion, leading to discomfort and paraesthesia in the hand.

Putting a passion for supporting researchers to work
INMOTION 31 Dec, 2021

Putting a passion for supporting researchers to work


The PRF Grants Review Committee has five new members, and one of them, Verity Pacey, talks to Skye Mitchell about her new appointment.

5 facts about … pelvic pain
INMOTION 31 Dec, 2021

5 facts about … pelvic pain


APA Women’s, Men’s and Pelvic Health group members Amanda Lee, Tarryn Lawrence, Tory Toogood, Rachel Andrew and Sarah Walsh contribute five discussion points about pelvic pain, and offer examples of how physiotherapy intervention can benefit patients experiencing a range of pelvic pain presentations.

Global honour is evidence of excellence
INMOTION 31 Dec, 2021

Global honour is evidence of excellence


When Mildred Elson became the inaugural recipient of a World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT) award named in her honour in 1987, an enthusiastic young student was sitting in the audience. That student was Anne Moseley, who was recently bestowed with WCPT’s highest honour. Melissa Mitchell reports.

Physical activity and stroke
INMOTION 31 Dec, 2021

Physical activity and stroke

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.

A dynamic approach to a complex area
INMOTION 31 Dec, 2021

A dynamic approach to a complex area


Jennifer Hynes’ expertise in the management of low back, pelvic girdle and hip pathology will see her presenting the course ‘An integrated and dynamic approach to the pelvic/hip region’.



Who will benefit most from attending the course?