EXERCISE MANAGEMENT OF KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS 

Researchers from Australia, America and the United Kingdom published a narrative review outlining recent research highlights and uncertainties in the exercise management of knee osteoarthritis (OA) published in the past five years. 

The Physiotherapy Board of Australia and Ahpra play an essential role in protecting public safety and building public confidence while providing fair, consistent and empathetic regulation of health practitioners. 

Six decades of experience across sports and exercise physiotherapy, sports medicine, men’s and women’s health physiotherapy and men’s health advocacy have allowed me to observe a fair amount of male behaviour in sport and in the community in matters of health, disease and social conduct.

Alex Bell APAM’s journey into physiotherapy began with a strong foundation in sports and human movement. 

As an avid junior athlete, he developed an interest in biomechanics and injury prevention. 

Work health and safety (WHS) isn’t just about preventing physical injuries; it also includes managing risks to workers’ mental health. 

Psychosocial hazards such as excessive workloads, bullying or poor workplace support can significantly affect employee wellbeing, productivity and organisational culture.

As your president-elect, I’ve often been asked why I chose to become a physiotherapist—a question that piques the interest of media and members alike. 

Like many physiotherapists, my journey began with a positive encounter with the physiotherapy profession during my youth.

Workplace conflict is something every employer will face and how it’s handled can greatly affect productivity, employee satisfaction and the overall work environment. 

Conflict arises from differing attitudes, opinions, approaches or perspectives on a situation, issue or person. 

Helping others manage pain, recover from injuries and improve their physical function can mean physiotherapists are putting their patients’ needs ahead of their own, says Ellen Lake APAM (pictured above), national chair of the APA Mental Health group.