Jess Fenwick, Katia Gould, Blake Hort and Jarryd Croxford of the APA Occupational Health national group present five discussion points on the vital role physiotherapists play in return to work for injured workers.

Chair of the APA Occupational Health Physiotherapy national group Lucia Tsui shares the ways in which physiotherapists can improve their knowledge of occupational health physiotherapy.

Margaret Bullock’s contributions to physiotherapy have been foundational and far-reaching. A pioneering academic, clinician and leader, Margaret helped shape the profession’s transition into a research-informed, university-based discipline. She was also a problem-solver, a deeply committed mentor and a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.

For Dr Rose Boucaut, prevention has always been central to physiotherapy. She talks to Marina Williams about a career dedicated to keeping people safe at work.

Darwin physiotherapist Marcus Mancer has built a business based on diversity—of services, clients and locations. His practice balances clinical care with occupational health, industry partnerships and community engagement, leading to steady growth and lasting opportunity in regional Australia.

A team of researchers from Belgium, Australia and the United Kingdom published an editorial highlighting the overlooked but vital role physiotherapists could play in suicide prevention efforts. Lead author Davy Vancampfort answers some questions about the article.

Learn about work health and safety responsibilities, the risks of noncompliance and practical steps employers can take to create a safe and compliant work environment.

Learn about what psychosocial hazards are, the risks of neglecting them and the practical steps employers can take to manage them effectively.

WORKPLACE INJURY In the third and final instalment of our series on making it easier to treat WorkCover patients, Dr Mary Wyatt and the It Pays to Care physiotherapy advisory group discuss integrating workplace knowledge and understanding into physiotherapy practice.

Physiotherapist Suzanne Rath’s life changed dramatically in 2013 when a cycling commute through Sydney turned into a traumatic collision with a car. Suzanne’s journey through rehabilitation not only tested her resilience but profoundly shaped her perspective on patient care.