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Axial Spondyloarthritis aims to raise awareness and develop confidence, knowledge and clinical skills on how to recognise signs symptoms and risk factors and when to refer to rheumatology for suspected axial spondyloarthritis (Axial SpA) and peripheral spondyloarthritis, including psoriatic arthritis (PsA), in musculoskeletal clinical practice.

This online course is ideal for primary contact and advanced practice musculoskeletal clinicians assessing and managing people presenting with back pain and peripheral joint and tendon problems, and musculoskeletal practice educators and course lecturers/tutors.

Physiotherapists working in the musculoskeletal, sports physiotherapy and pain management areas of practice and other specialties managing people with persistent back pain and peripheral joint and tendon problems will also benefit from this course.

This course is also suitable for undergraduate physiotherapy students for their musculoskeletal placements.

Axial Spondyloarthritis is delivered through a blended learning model comprising two parts:

• Part A is the first component of the Axial Spondyloarthritis course and consists of six OnDemand, self-paced modules
• Part B live virtual classroom is very interactive and will include lively discussions between learners and expert presenters, with the opportunity to ask questions along the way

In this presentation, Jack will discuss how the Fascial Manipulation Method provides an assessment framework of understanding how old injuries can contribute to someone's current pain or dysfunction. Jack will discuss the anatomy of the myofascial system, changes that occur to fascia and how this causes biomechanical changes through the fascial network in organised patterns that affect the mechanics of a distant, but anatomically related region of the body.

The Level 2 online course represents a higher level of aquatic physiotherapy practice for those interested in extending their knowledge and skills. Each Unit represents approximately 8 hours work and involves readings, webinars, group discussions and assignments. There are two assignments linked to Level 2, both with a focus on developing clinical practice, in a way that is most relevant to your context.

The level 2 online course includes 3 units:
Unit A-Level 2: Applied Physics and Exercise
Unit B-Level 2: Applied Physiology
Unit C-Level 2: Clinical Reasoning

Unit A: Applied Physics
This unit is designed to be specific to the clinical implications of movement, load and exercise in water, and covers hydrostatics and hydrodynamics, buoyancy and metacentre, drag, viscosity and turbulence. It covers body balance including understanding and using rotation in programs and also covers functional loading in water walking, hopping and running. This unit aims to give you an advanced understanding of force, rotation control, movement facilitation, and quantifying and progressing resistance more accurately with exercise.

Webinar Dates: 12.00pm - 1.00pm (AEST) on Wednesday 11, 18 and 25 June 2025

Unit B: Applied Physiology
This unit examines the physiological effects of immersion and exercise in water, and applies this understanding to treatment planning for the diverse population that seeks aquatic physiotherapy. Using a systems approach, it reviews the cardiovascular, respiratory, thermoregulatory and neuromuscular systems at rest and during exercise in water, and discusses the clinical implications in aquatic physiotherapy.

Unit C: Clinical Reasoning
This unit covers the theory of clinical reasoning in aquatic physiotherapy and the practical application related to planning treatment. The aim of this unit is to understand and challenge the decisions we make and to improve the effectiveness of your practice related to screening, justifying treatment and exercise, monitoring outcomes, incorporating evidence and linking with land-based function.

Webinar Dates: 12.00pm - 1.00pm (AEST) on Wednesday 30 July, 6 and 13 August

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the world—it's the most significant technological innovation since the Internet. It's poised to revolutionise healthcare and nearly every other industry. But what exactly is AI? How does it work? Is it as powerful as the hype suggests? And what about privacy and security—how can they be protected? AI is both amazing and disappointing, helpful and problematic. It stands on the verge of groundbreaking advancements yet often falls short of its boldest claims. This talk offers a balanced perspective from a speaker with no vested interest in selling AI— exploring potential and limitations.

Come along to this presentation to explore the essential nutritional needs of older adults, the role of diet in maintaining overall health, mobility, and cognitive function. It will also focus on nutrition in the dementia cohorts.

Presenter: Louise Murray.

Louise is an Accredited Practising Dietician with over 20yrs experience providing specialised aged care nutrition and food services. Louise is passionate about delivering high quality and delicious mealtime experiences for older adults. Through her business Nosh Dietitians Co., Louise works with dietitians, aged care management and chefs provide high quality food and nutrition services for all older people, both in residential aged care facilities and the community. Lousie is also passionate about supporting young dietitcians through mentoring and coaching.

This is a face to face event at APA WA Branch office.