Tell us about the course ‘The shoulder theory and practice’. What are the main learning outcomes for participants?

‘The shoulder theory and practice’ is based on the internationally bestselling textbook of the same name.

As one of Australia’s leading vocal physiotherapists, Annie Strauch helps people with vocal issues, providing treatment so they can improve the way they use their voice and can connect their voice to their body and breath.

Annie’s list of patients ranges from the everyday person wanting to play sport or speak and read out loud to professional performers and athletes.

The patients in your trial had quite severe brain injuries. They were four months post injury and had spent around two of those months in post-traumatic amnesia. Can you explain the significance of that?

The traumatic brain injury (TBI) population represents some of the most challenging people for therapists working in rehabilitation.

Strategies for the prevention of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries include a wide variety of interventions. Why did you choose to investigate plyometrics?

Your Invited Topical Review recognises two types of Achilles tendinopathy. Why is this distinction important?

She speaks of the career break led her to question what to do with her extensive physiotherapy knowledge, her sporting contacts and her time.

Due to inadequate Department of Veterans’ Affairs funding, allied health clinics are faced with a choice between closing their books to Department of Veterans’ Affairs patients or providing services for a fee that is unviable for their business.

Tell us about the course. How are musculoskeletal presentations with neural tissue involvement managed? 

Such presentations respond differently to physical assessment than might be expected with soft tissue or joint problems. 

COVID-19 has reinforced the importance of providing a safe and healthy workplace. As we move away from the latest surge in infections, now is a good opportunity to look at work (occupational) health and safety (WHS) matters more broadly.

What is the legislation?

The Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (the Act) was developed with the intention of creating a nationalised WHS system.