Pro-Active Health Mildura

01/09/2022

The Royal Australian Mint has released a special commemorative coin to mark the 75th anniversary of Australian peacekeeping.

On 14 September 1947, Australian peacekeepers were among the first in the world to be sent into active service, and have continued this proud tradition of service, with over 66,000 Australians serving in more than 60 peacekeeping operations since that time.

You can purchase your copy of the special commemorative coin honouring this anniversary from the Royal Australian Mint website:
https://eshop.ramint.gov.au/2022-aluminium-bronze-c-mintmark-uncirculated-75-anniversary-peace-keeping?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=Commemorative&utm_content=peace_keeping

29/08/2022

29/08/2022

🏊‍♂️Benefits of Hydrotherapy 🏊‍♀️

Hydrotherapy involves exercises performed in warm water to help assist with a variety of neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, and is a part of many WorkCover, DVA and NDIS rehabilitation programs.

When a person is partly or fully submerged, hydrotherapy uses the properties of water (hydrostatic pressure and temperature) to promote increased blood flow to the muscles and more efficient oxygenation of soft tissues.

Evidence shows that hydrotherapy can:

👉Relieve pain and muscle spasm
👉Reduce load-bearing on joints
👉Reduce inflammation
👉Achieve muscle relaxation
👉Improve and maintain flexibility/ROM
👉Improve balance and coordination
👉Increase cardiovascular fitness
👉Strengthen muscles
👉Stimulate blood flow to soft tissues.
👉It also has great mental health benefits as well!

At ProActive Health we offer 1:1 or group hydrotherapy sessions at Waves - Mildura and can incorporate this into your exercise schedule to promote movement in an individualised, safe and effective way. Send us a DM to find out more.

24/08/2022

Bipolar disorder is a serious, lifelong mental health condition that affects about one in 50 Australians.

People with bipolar disorder experience changing moods that range from extreme highs to extreme lows. The highs usually involve feelings of euphoria, high energy, excessive activity, less need for sleep, and grand ideas.

The lows are characterised by depressive symptoms like poor concentration, low energy and motivation, feelings of sadness and hopelessness, and sleep and appetite changes.

Exercise can help those living with bipolar disorder to:
👉🏽 Support healthy heart function - people living with bipolar disorder have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular conditions.

👉🏽 Reduce depressive symptoms - a 2016 review of 31 studies covering 15,587 people with bipolar disorder found that physical activity was linked with less depressive symptoms and better quality of life and function.

👉🏽 Reduce anxiety - exercise has been shown to help manage (and sometimes even treat) anxiety disorders, and can reduce symtoms in those with bipolar.

👉🏽 Improve sleep - reserach has shown that being active can reduce insomnia in those with bipolar

Research shows people with bipolar disorder often don’t get enough physical activity. They may need support to overcome issues like lack of motivation and access to appropriate facilities to engage in exercise.

If you or someone you know is living with bipolar and needs some help to start exercising, an exercise physiologist can help. To find one near you, visit essa.org.au/find-aep

04/08/2022

Welcome 2022 Walkers, thank you for your continued support. Please be mindful of the exit on which you will need to enter the beach. Have a great time and take time to enjoy the view