Loxton Physiotherapy Service

12/01/2026

A recent study from New Scientist (2025, C.Simms, 'Strict Routine Slows Cognitive Decline') found that people at risk of dementia who participated in regular exercise showed improvements in cognition, with supervised exercise giving a mild additional boost. Overall, the study suggests that a structured routine can slow cognitive ageing by 1 to nearly 2 years!

Key takeaways for better brain health:

Regular exercise - even more effective if supervised
Consistent daily routines and healthy habits
Mindfulness and wellbeing practices
With the New Year upon us, it’s the perfect time to start small, steady habits that support your mind as well as your body.

Take control of your brain health in 2026 - your future self will thank you!

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0262407925012886

06/01/2026

Hot Weather Advisory

02/01/2026

School Holiday Fun!

Primary school aged kids – join us for land activities or pool sessions these holidays!

When: 15th & 22nd January 2026
• 11:30am – 12:30pm: Land
• 12:30pm – 1:30pm: Pool

$15 per child | $10 each for 2+

Spaces are limited! Don’t miss out!

24/12/2025

Loxton Physiotherapy Service wish you all a safe and restful Christmas, and a healthy and happy New Year!

Please note that we will be closed until January 5th, with our Aquaflow facility reopening on January 7th due to planned maintenance.

Thank you for your understanding. We look forward to welcoming you back in the new year.

15/12/2025

Please note our Christmas opening hours below. Our clinic will be closed from mid day Christmas Eve re-opening Monday January 5th. Our Aquaflow facility will reopen on Wednesday January 7th following planned maintenance.

Thank you for your understanding and support throughout the year.

10/12/2025

As the festive season ramps up, it’s easy to get swept up in the rush and feel a little overwhelmed. This is your gentle reminder to carve out a little space just for you this festive season.

Spend time with family and friends
Head out for a relaxed group walk
Enjoy a game of backyard cricket
Cool off with an early morning swim
Take a moment to check in with your body and your mind

A little movement, a little mindfulness, and a little joy can go a long way in keeping you balanced this festive season.

03/12/2025

We've put together a few of our favourite wellness essentials - ideal for stocking fillers, secret Santa ideas or a thoughtful present for someone who could use a little extra care this season.

Under the tree you'll find:
Aquadash gear for your swimmers
Pilates grip socks for stability and style
Swim goggles for all ages
Massage & spikey balls to release that tension
Supportive pillows for a better night's rest

Pop into the clinic to grab your gifts and tick one more thing off the Christmas list!

21/11/2025

Kim recently led us through a fantastic TGMD-3 training session for our AHAs and physios. The TGMD (Test of Gross Motor Development) helps us better understand and assess the gross motor skills of the kids we work with.

With Kim’s support, Kaitlin and Piper created a set of easy-to-use resource cards to make scoring and assessments smoother and more efficient — we’re excited to start using them to guide our planning and therapy!

And of course, our backyard space has been the perfect spot to put all of this into practice. Huge thanks to everyone who contributed!

13/11/2025

Our outdoor multipurpose mobility area is still growing! We’re loving how this fresh space is coming together - functional design, green inspiration, and room for everyone to enjoy. A big thanks to Sue for reminding us that good ergonomic posture keeps every garden project safe and enjoyable!

03/11/2025

At our recent training day, Sarah (Senior Inklings Practitioner) shared with us a pilot program she is involved in, "Inklings" - supporting babies aged 6–18 months who are showing early differences in social interaction and communication development.

For more information, visit this post: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1GvoUb3tRv

23/10/2025

We will be closed this Friday October 24th for a Professional Development Training Day.

We’re excited to be welcoming guest speakers from a range of Riverland organisations who will be sharing their expertise on management strategies, care procedures, and provider collaboration. This training is part of our ongoing commitment to improving the quality of care and support we provide to our clients.

Thank you for your understanding, we look forward sharing our growing knowledge of local health networks with you.

20/10/2025

The community pool is open for summer! We encourage you to use it to stay active - aqua therapy is a great way to support joint health and overall wellbeing.

🏊‍♀‍ 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱/𝟮𝟲 𝗟𝗼𝘅𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝗶𝗸𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲 𝗦𝘄𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 🏊‍♀‍

Both the Loxton and Waikerie Swimming Centres will be opened to the public from Monday 27 October 2025.

𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀:
(During School Terms)
Monday - Friday: 6am - 8:30am, 3pm - 7pm
Saturday and Sunday: 1pm - 7pm

(During School Holidays)
Monday - Friday: 6am - 8:30am, 1pm - 7pm
Saturday and Sunday: 1pm - 7pm

Public Holidays: 1pm - 7pm

𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲:
- The pool will only open for general admission when the forecast for Loxton according to www.bom.gov.au is 24 degrees or above at 5pm the day prior.
- If weather exceeds 34 degrees and customer numbers exceed 25 at 6.30pm the manager has the discretion to stay open.
- The pool will be closed on Good Friday and Christmas Day public holidays.
- At the discretion of the management, closure time may vary due to public demand.

𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗖𝗟𝗪 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱/𝟮𝟲
To support health, wellbeing and community connection through equitable access to recreation, the District Council of Loxton Waikerie has introduced a new policy that provides free seasonal access to the Loxton and Waikerie Swimming Pools during the 2025/2026 summer season.

To understand the eligibility requirements, or read the fees and charges list for 2025/26 for non-residents, please visit: https://www.lwdc.sa.gov.au/community-information/community-facilities/recreation-centres-swimming-pools-ovals