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Spearwood Physio, 323 Rockingham Road, Spearwood (2025)

19/11/2025

🥳Happy International Men's Day! Your well-being is the foundation of your greatest contributions.🥳

We celebrate the men in our community who consistently show up: the positive role models, the devoted fathers, the supportive partners, and the patient mentors. The quiet dedication you bring to your family and community roles is invaluable, and we encourage you to keep moving for many years to come.

To be that reliable presence—to stay physically capable, emotionally balanced, and truly present—requires self-care, not silence.

Self-care takes many different forms. For many men, that includes participating in sports like a five-a-side match, hitting the golf course, or training for a marathon. Sport plays a huge role in men's lives—it's about fitness, friendship, and a vital mental break.

Here at Spearwood Physio, we see the value men bring to the community and their families, and we celebrate the role of sports and the joy it brings to so many lives.

We also understand how an injury can keep men on the sidelines. This International Men’s Day, we encourage those men on the sidelines to get back on the field. Come see one of our friendly physios who can assess your injury and help set you on a path back to participating in sport and doing the things you love.

Don't let pain or stiffness steal your presence. Book a check-up with us today. We're here to help you manage the physical burdens so you can focus on being strong, healthy, and fully present for the people who need you.

We also want to celebrate the awesome men right here in our clinic, Lucien and Scott. For the value they bring to the team, their perspective, knowledge, and dedication to helping every patient move well and live better!

15/11/2025

Introducing the Otago Exercise Programme (OEP)
We are excited to announce that all our Physiotherapists are now offering the Otago Exercise Programme (OEP).

What is the OEP? It is an evidence-based program specifically designed for improving strength and balance in people aged 65+ with a history of falls or a high risk of falls.

Proven Results: The OEP has consistently shown to reduce falls by 35% compared to no intervention or usual care.

How it Works: It is a structured, yet individualised program conducted over a 12-month period. A Physio assesses your current strength and balance, sets up a home program (3 days/week), and provides follow-up appointments at set intervals for progression and reassessment.

Action: If you or someone you know has had a fall in the past 12 months, or is unsteady on their feet, we highly recommend they see one of our physiotherapists for an assessment and OEP prescription.

14/11/2025

Happy WA Seniors Week!
Today we want to bust some common Myths

Myth-Busting: What You Need to Know About Exercise
We often hear two common myths about exercise and ageing. Here’s the evidence:

❌ Myth 1: Walking and Gardening are sufficient exercise.
The Reality: While walking is excellent for cardio and gardening is great for mental well-being and general movement, they are not sufficient for maintaining crucial functional capacity.
What Your Body Needs: To stay strong and resilient, your body needs a variety of physical activity, including:
Stretches for flexibility and joint mobility.
Strength training for muscle and bone health.
Specific balance exercises to reduce falls risk and improve coordination.

❌ Myth 2: It is unsafe for seniors to lift heavy weights.
The Reality: This is simply not true! Research confirms that heavy resistance training is highly effective for adults aged 65 and over.
Benefits: High-load exercise is vital for:
Bone Density (combating osteoporosis).
Heart Health.

Read more about the benefits of resistance training for heart and bone health on our two blogs: https://manningphysio.com/strength-training-for-a-healthy-heart-build-muscle-boost-cardiovascular-health/ AND https://manningphysio.com/exercise-for-bone-health/

13/11/2025

💖 Why Group Exercise is Your Secret to a Fuller Life! 💖

At Spearwood Physio, we know staying active is vital for overall wellbeing, and our Young Seniors Exercise Class (YSEC) is specifically designed to help you thrive!

Forget exercising alone—joining a group is the ultimate multi-tasker for your health, providing benefits across your physical, mental, and social life:

The Power of Group Classes:

🤸‍♀️ Physical Improvement: Our physio-led sessions are designed to safely improve your strength and flexibility, making everyday movements easier.
⚖️ Better Balance: Targeted exercises reduce your risk of falls and injury, helping you feel more confident and stable on your feet.
🧠 Mental Wellbeing & Social Connection: Being part of a group enhances your mood, reduces stress, and provides a wonderful opportunity for social connection and friendship.
🤝 Built-in Accountability: Having a set class time and a friendly group waiting helps you stay motivated and committed to your health goals.

The Evidence Speaks for Itself!

Scientific studies consistently show the positive impact of chair-based exercise for adults aged 50 and over. Research confirms that regular participation in these programs significantly improves functional fitness (like handgrip strength and chair-stand performance) and boosts mental well-being in older adults.

Ready to start moving better, feeling stronger, and laughing more?

Join our Young Seniors Exercise Class (YSEC)!

🗓️ When: Every Thursday at 11am
📍 Where: Spearwood Physio, 323 Rockingham Road
💪 Focus: Balance, upper/lower body strength, and core conditioning—all in a safe, fun, and primarily chair-based format.

Spaces are limited to ensure a quality, supervised experience!

Call us on 9450 4433 to secure your spot!

09/11/2025

🥳 Happy WA Seniors Week (November 9th – 16th, 2025)!
This week, we celebrate WA Seniors Week, a fantastic state initiative dedicated to recognising the vital role that older people play in our community and celebrating the invaluable contributions of older Western Australians.

Throughout the week, we want to highlight how Physiotherapy can support our wonderful seniors in staying active, healthy, and living a full, meaningful life.

To kick off the celebrations, we'd love to hear from everyone, especially our seniors!

What is your secret to staying active?

Is it:

A. Walking 🚶‍♀️

B. Gardening 🌻

C. Group Exercise (like Pilates, Tai Chi or chair exercises) 🧘

D. Other (Please tell us your secret in the comments!)

Please share your answer in the comments section below! 👇

For more information about what events the state and various city councils have planned for the week, visit: https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-communities/wa-seniors-week-events

06/11/2025

Exercise of the Month: The Hip Adductors - The Powerhouse of Your Inner Thigh!

This month, we're shining a spotlight on a often-overlooked but incredibly crucial muscle group: your hip adductors! Located on the inside of your thighs, these muscles are vital for everything from walking and running to maintaining stability and preventing injuries. They're not just for squeezing your legs together; they play a huge role in hip flexion, extension, and even rotation!

Strong adductors contribute to better athletic performance, improved balance, and can help alleviate common issues like knee pain or instability. Ready to give your inner thighs the attention they deserve?

Here are two fantastic exercises to incorporate into your routine, focusing on both concentric (muscle shortening) and eccentric (muscle lengthening under control) strength:

1. Side-Lying Adductor Lifts

How to: Lie on your side with your bottom leg extended straight and your top leg bent with your foot flat on the floor in front of you. Support your head with your hand or a pillow. Engage your core, and keeping your bottom leg straight and foot flexed, slowly lift it up towards the ceiling. Hold briefly at the top, then slowly lower it back down without letting it completely rest on the floor.

2. Adductor Slides with Sliding Disks (for Eccentric Control)

How to: Stand tall with a slight bend in your knees, placing one foot on a sliding disk (or a towel on a slippery surface). Slowly slide that leg out to the side, maintaining control and keeping your torso upright. Go only as far as you can while keeping your hips level and your standing leg stable. Use your adductors to slowly pull your leg back to the starting position.

The key here is the slow, controlled slide out and the controlled return. Don't let gravity take over! Why are these important?

Give these exercises a try and let us know how your inner thighs feel!

02/11/2025

The lights are bright, the music is loud, and the clock is ticking... it's officially concert season! 🩰✨

It’s a time full of excitement, hard work, and magic on stage. But with long rehearsals and extra load, this is when a dancer's body is pushed to its absolute limit. Don't let fatigue or nagging injuries steal your confidence before opening night!

Spearwood Physio's Concert Season Check Ups are specifically designed to help dancers stay strong, balanced, and confident all the way through performance week, with tailored advice on warm-up, strength, recovery, and load management.

Each essential session includes:
* A dance-specific movement and strength screen.
* Targeted recovery treatment, if needed.
* Individualised advice for performance week to ensure peak condition.

Support your body this concert season and feel your absolute best all the way to the final curtain call!

Want to dive deeper into the science of keeping dancers strong and stage-ready? Read our dedicated blog post: https://spearwoodphysio.com/keeping-dancers-strong-and-stage-ready-during-concert-season/

Slots are limited! Secure your Check Up today to feel your best when it matters most:

Book Your Appointment Online Now! https://spearwoodphysio.com/online-booking/

01/11/2025

✨ New Product Alert! Say Goodbye to Clunky Foam Rolling! ✨

Tired of struggling with a traditional foam roller that just doesn't hit the spot? Meet the Massage Bar—your new secret weapon for deep, targeted muscle relief!

🔥 Targeted Relief: Perfect for working out those stubborn knots in your quads and calves.

👌 Custom Pressure: The internal dowel allows the bar to slide effortlessly over your body, giving you complete control to vary the amount of pressure applied.

💪 Hard-to-Reach Areas: Finally get to those tricky spots traditional rollers miss!

Stop by Spearwood Physio today and pick up this game-changer for only $10! Your muscles will thank you!

23/10/2025

Is an MRI or X-ray the full story of your pain? Not usually! 🤔

It's tempting to rely on a scan to explain everything, but at Spearwood Physio, we know that imaging is just ONE piece of a much bigger puzzle when figuring out what's causing your pain or injury. 🧩

Your unique experience—including your activity levels, stress, work, and movement habits—tells us so much more than a snapshot. Focusing only on the picture can miss the real solution!

If you're wondering whether you truly need a scan, or if your scan results are causing you worry, read our latest post to understand the role of imaging. 👇

Read the blog here:https://spearwoodphysio.com/do-you-really-need-a-scan-for-your-pain/

16/10/2025

🏋️‍♀️ October Exercise of the Month: The GLUTE SERIES!

Your glutes are truly a powerhouse muscle group! They are integral for keeping you upright, stabilising your pelvis for walking, running, and so much more.

But here's a common link we see in the clinic: weak or underactive glutes are often linked to persistent back pain, hip pain, or knee pain.

This month, it’s time to fire them up! Strengthening your glutes is one of the most effective ways to improve your movement and keep those aches and pains at bay.

See below for some excellent glute strength exercise options—we've got exercises for all levels, from Standing Hip Abduction with Ankle Weights through to challenging Side Planks and more.

Get moving and give your glutes the workout they deserve!

12/10/2025

It's World Arthritis Day! 🌍

Arthritis is a challenge, but here's the powerful truth: It doesn't have to stop you from exercising or limit your life! 💪

In fact, exercise is key! Did you know that people who engage in regular recreational running are actually at a slightly less chance of developing knee osteoarthritis (OA)? It's a fantastic reminder that movement is vital for joint health.

At Spearwood Physio, we're dedicated to empowering you to move better. We focus on tailored physiotherapy to help you manage symptoms, reduce pain, and improve your strength and mobility.

To mark this important day, we've put together a blog post explaining exactly how physiotherapy can help you maintain an active life with arthritis.

Click the link below to read our full guide and start your journey toward moving better today!

➡️ https://spearwoodphysio.com/living-with-arthritis-how-physiotherapy-can-help-you-move-better/

09/10/2025

🌏World Mental Health Day: What's in Your Toolkit?

On World Mental Health Day, let's recognise a crucial fact: 1 in 4 of us will experience a mental health challenge at some point. This stat isn't meant to worry you—it's meant to remind you that having a personal Mental Health Toolkit is essential for everyone.

Mental well-being is something we actively manage, not just something we wait to lose.

🛠️ What's in Your Toolkit?
Self-Care Action (The 5-Minute Check-in):
Commit to a micro-break today. It could be five minutes of deep breathing, stepping away from your screen, or a walk outside. These small acts of self-care are vital for your daily reset.

What's your favourite 5-minute mental health check-in? Share it below!

Support System (The Strength of Community):
You are not alone. Building a support network is a sign of strength. Who is in your system? A trusted friend, a GP, or a professional support line?

🚨 Western Australia Support: Save These VITAL Numbers
We're taking a stand against stigma by making sure every West Australian knows where to find urgent, professional help. Save this post—it could help you or someone you know.

Lifeline WA - 13 11 14
Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636
Rural link - 1800 552 002
Kids Helpline (5-25) - 1800 551 800
Mental Health Emergency Response Line - Metro 1300 555 788, Peel Region 1800 676 822

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