Starting a new physiotherapy program in Victoria’s Gippsland region has given Federation University the opportunity to work closely with the local community to design a program that has a distinct regional focus, while still providing students with a well-rounded foundation in physiotherapy. The program offers challenges and opportunities to both students and educators.

I recently found myself engaged in a spirited debate with some of our engaged members about what makes for successful advocacy. It took place on social media, which wouldn’t be anyone’s first choice of platform for nuanced, constructive debate but alas, there it played out.

PHYSIOTHERAPY BOARD OF AUSTRALIA Planning to advertise your physiotherapy services? Here are some tips to help you meet your legal obligations when advertising a regulated health service.

APA’s insurance partner BMS and Jane Fiske, Melissa Tan and Edward Smith of law firm Lander & Rogers provide an overview on how to reduce the risk of a cyber or data breach incident and the recommended steps in response to a potential incident.

At the recent 2022 Australian Allied Health Awards, Physiotherapist of the Year was awarded to two APA members, Nicole Pates and Sam Suke. Here each talks about their achievements.

Byron Field looks at research investigating a clinical need for improving head injury surveillance and considers the integration of wearable technology in contact sports.

The incoming President of the Australian College of Physiotherapists, Tom McMillan FACP, has aspirations to help demystify its inner machinations and help grow the College. Here, Tom speaks with Melissa Mitchell about his passion for the profession and for promoting the College’s pathways and programs in line with its new strategic plan.

A new review shows that smart watches and other wearable activity trackers play a positive role in encouraging physical activity. 

Advertising is a useful way for you, as a provider of regulated health services, to communicate your services to assist consumers to make informed choices. However, in providing and advertising a regulated health service, you have obligations to the public to ensure that your advertisements are legally compliant.