Dr Angela James and Lauren Neill of the APA Women’s, Men’s and Pelvic Health national group explain what physiotherapists can expect at ‘Excellence Down Under Symposium 2026’ this September.

Carina Siracusa discusses her upcoming course, ‘Bowel and bladder care for the neurologically involved client’.

As the physiotherapy profession marks International Women’s Day this month, InMotion showcases the story of one physiotherapist who embodies the power of persistence. Over five decades, Linda Bennetts carved out a place for herself in elite sports and private practice at a time when those worlds were not designed for women.

Looking inwards and thinking outside the ‘norm’ in private practice is how pelvic health physiotherapist Shan Morrison built a sustainable, values-driven, people-centred business.

Germaine Tan, Lizzie Eastwood, Laura Cheung and Kirsty Kirkland of the APA Cancer, Palliative Care and Lymphoedema national group present five discussion points about cancer in men, lifestyle impacts and why physiotherapy matters.

Questions about men’s health led physiotherapist Peter Dornan into an in-depth exploration of gender norms, cultural expectations and the attitudes that lie behind domestic violence.

For many in the world of sport and rehabilitation, the name Alex Bell has become synonymous with excellence in physiotherapy. From working with elite athletes such as ultramarathon runner Nedd Brockmann to extensive charity efforts, Alex’s impact has been profound.

Family, domestic and intimate partner violence affects up to one in four women in Australia. Physiotherapists have a role to play in combating family violence and need to understand why it’s important.

Holly Shuttleworth considers the historical background to the experiences and challenges facing LGBTQIA+ patients today.

JOURNAL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY The April issue of the Journal answers some important questions about clinical physiotherapy practice, writes the scientific editor, Mark Elkins.