Simply Breathe Physiotherapy

05/05/2023

Our Movement in May initiative is all about encouraging you to take some time out each day for the month of May to improve your mental or physical health 🥰
It might mean stopping to take a stroll around the block at lunchtime, or a walk after dinner or even applying a face mask at the end of your busy day! 🍃
Whatever it might be, come and join us, as we take some steps in the right direction to improve our overall health and well-being💫
Charlie comes for a walk with us everyday after the busy work day. We’ve recently had lots of questions about the harness he wears 😺
It’s a catventure harness and lead, and he absolutely loves it. As a Physiotherapist it’s really important that Charlie can freely move forward, and isn’t hindered or restricted in his movement. You can see in this little video, that he walks with ease, because the harness encourages his natural shoulder movement, and he therefore loves wearing it, and getting amongst the great outdoors🌲
Note: We purchased this ourselves, it was not gifted, and we would happily buy it again. As with friends and family, we only recommend what we love and this is the best 🍃👏🥰

28/04/2023

Long COVID is increasing in its presentation and recent research shows that it’s likely that hundreds of thousands of people in Australia alone may have some ongoing symptoms, who deserve the appropriate care: https://australian.physio/media/long-and-repeated-covid-report-statement 💕

At Simply Breathe Physiotherapy we stand with the Australian Physiotherapy Association and welcome the recommendations that a multidisciplinary approach is required to idenitifying, treating and managing Long COVID. Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy is an integral part of this care, where we prescribe exercise as medicine to help people on their recovery journey after COVID🏃‍♂️🫁🩺🫀🩻

We’re here to help you breathe with ease 🍃💫💕

Australian Physiotherapy Association is the peak body representing the interests of 30,000+ physiotherapists & their patients. See PD, resources & advocacy.

08/03/2023

Got 11 minutes?! That’s all it takes to walk your way to improved physical and mental health according to the latest research. So why not get up 11 minutes earlier, or take a walk at lunchtime, or go for a stroll after dinner…all it takes is just 11 minutes!

Walking for at least 11 minutes every day could lower your risk of premature death by almost 25%, according to the largest study to date of physical activity, disease risk and mortality.

24/03/2022

We just love this TED talk by Wendy Suzuki about all the reasons why movement is medicine! We hope it leaves you inspired as we roll into the end of week. What about planning a hike or bike ride on the weekend? 🥾🚴‍♀️🍃🏔🐶💕

21/02/2022

Have you had COVID and want to get back to exercise? But don’t know how? This great interview with Physiotherapist Dr Selina Parry will help you on your way 🫁🩺🫀💕🍃

05/02/2022

Great article feature about the ongoing effects of COVID-19 from APA National President Scott Willis’ perspective. Managing Long COVID is now the focus for healthcare going forward, and certainly requires attention to set up Long COVID clinics for the future. We wish Scott all the best with his ongoing recovery 💕🎈🍃👏

Introduction by Croakey: So much of the political rhetoric around COVID-19 focuses on the short-term as evidenced by repetitive talking

28/01/2022

"It’s no secret that aerobic exercise can help stave off some of the ravages of aging. But a growing body of research suggests that swimming might provide a unique boost to brain health."

10/01/2022

Just a little is all it takes! Want to feel great and get the brain boosting benefits of exercise? It literally starts with one small step. Listen to Wendy Suzuki’s TED talk below. In fact, why not listen to it while you take a walk around the block. You don’t have to be great to start, you just have to start to be great 🍃👏💕🥾

05/07/2021

Are you using a CPAP or BiPAP respiratory device? If so, then Philips have identified some concerns with their listed electronic devices. Click on the link below, and if at all concerned contact your local healthcare provider or GP to assist you. We’ll help to get you breathing with ease 🫁👏💕🩺👩🏼‍⚕️

Do you use a CPAP device to treat sleep apnoea?

There is a safety issue with some models. Check if yours is on the list of affected devices, and read about the risks Safer Care Victoria.

⚠️ Do not suddenly stop using your CPAP device as this may harm your health.

ℹ️ www.bettersafercare.vic.gov.au/news-and-media/alert-philips-cpap-bipap-mechanical-ventilators

The foam in these devices may degrade, and potentially cause headaches, inflammation, asthma and more. If you have an affected device, please talk to your healthcare provider to decide if you should continue using it or explore other therapies.

10/11/2020

The world’s largest epidemic thunderstorm asthma event occurred in Melbourne and Geelong in November 2016. Sadly 9 people lost their lives. A warning has just been issued predicting the exact same weather conditions are coming our way. If you do have Asthma or Hayfever make sure your medications and action plan are close by, and if you have signs or symptoms...get help early ⛈🌪🍃🚑💕

A thunderstorm asthma warning has been issued for the Greater Melbourne and parts of regional Victoria area.

https://asthma.org.au/about-us/media/thunderstorm-asthma-warning-issued-as-grass-pollen-levels-peak-in-victoria/

If you have asthma and/or hay fever and experience sneezing, itchy, red or watery eyes, a runny or blocked nose or have any difficulty breathing, you may be at risk of thunderstorm asthma.

Thunderstorm asthma can be dangerous and can cause severe difficulty in breathing.

Learn more about thunderstorm asthma and download our information sheet for instructions on what to do in a thunderstorm asthma event.

https://asthma.org.au/about-asthma/triggers/thunderstorm-asthma/