Advance Rehab Centre

23/07/2025

If you or someone you care about is living with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), you might have questions about how movement and exercise fit into your recovery. In this free online webinar, Senior Neurological Exercise Physiologist Courtney will introduce the important role that Exercise Physiology can play in supporting people with FND.

You’ll learn:
✔️ What FND is and why movement matters
✔️ How Exercise Physiologists can help you work towards your personal goals
✔️ The tools we use – like attention diversion and graded tasks – to support functional movement
✔️ What a typical session might look like, with real video examples
✔️ Stories from clients just like you who are making progress at ARC

Whether you're newly diagnosed, exploring your options, or supporting a loved one with FND, this session is designed to help you feel more confident and informed. There’ll also be time at the end for a live Q&A, so bring your questions!

Register here;
https://bit.ly/3wEI7Ab

22/07/2025

The Parkinson's Marathon Walk is happening this Sunday 27th July!

More than just a walk, it's a day filled with purpose, connection, and celebration, and supports people living with Parkinson’s.

Enjoy live music, delicious food, fun activities, and a chance to connect with an incredible community. ARC will be proudly sponsoring again this year, and our team always looks forward to getting involved.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-parkinsons-marathon-walk-2025-with-the-pd-warrior-world-record-class-tickets-1220386140799

We’d love to see you there too!

21/07/2025

At Advance Rehab Centre, our clinicians meet every week for in-service training to learn, grow, and share insights across the team. These sessions help us stay at the forefront of neurological rehab — so we can bring the best care to you.

Recently, our Parkinson’s Special Interest Group led a session all about Freezing of Gait (FoG) — one of the most challenging and frustrating symptoms many of our clients experience. By understanding why freezing happens, and learning what can help, our team is better equipped to support you.

⭐ Last week, we shared some quick tips for managing freezing.
⭐ This week, we’re diving deeper with a new blog that covers:

✔️ Why freezing of gait happens
✔️ Common triggers to watch for
✔️ Therapies, tools, and strategies that can help
✔️ Practical tips to improve confidence, mobility, and reduce falls

📖 https://bit.ly/40jidxG

17/07/2025

If you're gearing up for the Parkinson's Walking Marathon next Sunday and want some last-minute walking tips...?

Listen to Dean from The Dean Team run through his 5 tips on preparing for any walking.

Advance Rehab Centre is a proud sponsor of this event, which is more than just a walk. Last year $15,000 was raised for Parkinson's NSW – and this year, we’re aiming even higher.

Date: Sunday 27th July 2025
Time: 8am - 12pm
Where: Artarmon Reserve
Distance: 5km, 10km, 21km, or 42km
last-minute
Register here:
https://bit.ly/3Y2JMtU

16/07/2025

Ever feel like your feet are stuck to the floor? You’re not alone. Freezing of gait (FoG) is a common symptom of Parkinson’s — but there are ways to manage it.

Here are 3 practical things that can help when you freeze. 💡
From cueing tools to step strategies, these tips can help you regain confidence and keep moving forward.

👉 Swipe through to learn more

16/07/2025

On Tuesday, we welcomed Alex Jones from GTK for a hands-on wheelchair trial and upskilling session with our Occupational Therapy team.

At ARC, we’re committed to ongoing education and ensuring our clinicians stay ahead of the curve. By trialling the newest manual wheelchairs and power assist devices, our OTs are better equipped to match each client with the mobility solution that fits their goals and lifestyle.

Because the right equipment can make all the difference. 💪🧠🛠️

GTK

14/07/2025

It’s National Diabetes Week this week, (13–19 July) and we’re highlighting the important role of exercise in managing diabetes—especially for those living with neurological conditions.

Did you know almost 1.9 million Australians live with diabetes? And that regular physical activity can help improve blood sugar levels, lower stroke risk, and boost overall health?

That’s where our Exercise Physiologists come in. Whether you're newly diagnosed or managing long-term diabetes alongside a neurological condition, our EPs can tailor a program to your needs.
Research shows that structured exercise supervised by EPs significantly improves long-term blood glucose control in people with type 2 diabetes.

Got questions or want to learn more? Reach out to the ARC team to see how our EPs can help you take charge of your health and wellbeing.

08/07/2025

We are so proud to celebrate Natalia with this Gold Star Award!

Natalia first came to ARC in December 2024 after a 5-month journey with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). She was experiencing severe headaches, dizziness, and lower limb weakness, which made walking difficult. At the time, she was using crutches to get around and had stopped all the things she loved—school, tennis, swimming, and even missed out on her usual adventures.

From day one, Natalia showed incredible determination. Her goals were big: to walk without crutches, get back to school, return to tennis and swimming, and even go skiing with her classmates. Physio sessions involved tasks that diverted attention and external focus with games, laughter, and flying balloons which allowed Natalia to begin to reconnect with smooth, confident movement.

Over time, Natalia progressed from walking without crutches to running, smashing tennis drills, and using gym equipment like a pro! She was also incredibly dedicated to her home program, uploading videos regularly and tracking her progress with enthusiasm.

With Exercise Physiology added to her program, she would be seen running around the gyms, running her own circuits, and creating her own games allowing her to build even more strength and cardiovascular fitness, setting her up for a strong return to sport.

Just four months later, Natalia is back in the pool, on the court, and on track to return to school. She’s been camping with friends, is now climbing trees, and working on running faster to beat her mates!

Natalia, your courage, consistency, and contagious positivity have been such an inspiration to our team.

Well done – we are so proud of you!

04/07/2025

Community physiotherapy helps people living with stroke, brain injury, Parkinson’s or MS to regain independence where it matters most—at home, in the park, at the café.

✔️ Tailored therapy in your environment
✔️ Family and carer involvement
✔️ Real goals, real-life outcomes

Our mobile allied health team can see clients at home across the Greater Sydney and Blue Mountains region.

📍 Learn more: https://bit.ly/3IsODiQ



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At Advance Rehab Centre in Sydney, Australia, we see clients in a range of different settings including in clinic at our Sydney locations (Artarmon, and Hurs...

03/07/2025

We can't wait for the next Parkinson's Marathon! 🚶‍♀️

Come and join us to get out in the fresh air and exercise. Whether you walk, cheer, or fundraise, every step counts. This event raises much-needed funds for Parkinson's NSW and celebrates the incredible strength of the Parkinson’s community.

The Dean Team has done a wonderful job organising this event to bring the community together. Watch the video from last year to see what a great family day out it is!

Register here;

https://bit.ly/3Y2JMtU

02/07/2025

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) announced about a fortnight ago that, as part of cost-saving measures, it would cut travel subsidies paid to allied health providers by 50 per cent.

How does this affect you?

ARC CEO Melissa McConaghy spoke with Dom Knight on ABC radio, along with Dr Rik Dawson, gerontological physiotherapist and the current president of the Australian Physiotherapy Association

You can listen to the discussion on ABC here ⬇️

https://ab.co/4kCzAkp