Let's spread the word – Physio's are here to help!

Getting ready for the World Physiotherapy (PT) day this week, which falls in our South African Physio Society’s usual national back care week.

This year’s theme is Rehabilitation after Covid-19.

This is such an important topic and there is so much need for awareness in South Africa of the ongoing role physiotherapy should have in assisting people post Covid-19. Whether a patient survived severe illness in hospital, or mild symptoms at home, they should have access to ongoing care and rehabilitation to assist in a full recovery.

Let’s spread the word – Physio’s are here to help!

Rehabilitation after #covid19 is the focus for this year’s World PT Day on 8 September. Resources are now available on our website: world.physio/worldptday2020

Covid-19: The fascinating science of what happens in the lungs of Covid-19 and TB patients
People with Covid-19 and people with tuberculosis (TB) can experience similar symptoms such as coughing and breathing difficulties as both diseases affect the lungs. Exactly how these diseases affect the lungs, however, differs. Professor Keertan Dheda, general physician, pulmonologist, and a critical care specialist who heads up the Division of Pulmonology at Groote Schuur Hospital and the…
October 13, 2020
Let’s spread the word – Physio’s are here to help!
Getting ready for the World Physiotherapy (PT) day this week, which falls in our South African Physio Society’s usual national back care week. This year’s theme is Rehabilitation after Covid-19. This is such an important topic and there is so much need for awareness in South Africa of the ongoing role physiotherapy should have in…
September 7, 2020
World Physiotherapy Day…
Getting ready for the World Physiotherapy (PT) day next week, which falls in our South African Physio Society’s usual national back care week. This year’s theme is Rehabilitation after Covid-19. This is such an important topic and there is so much need for awareness in South Africa of the ongoing role physiotherapy should have in…
September 3, 2020
Should I stop running if my knee hurts?
Should I stop running if my knee hurts? Author: https://theconversation.com/ Date: September 1, 2020 goodluz/Shutterstock The most common site for pain in recreational runners is the knee. For some, especially older runners, the pain can be a symptom of osteoarthritis. But does running worsen knee pain and osteoarthritis? A study from Canada shows that many…
September 1, 2020
Coronavirus Patients using Unique Physical Therapy Treatment to Breathe Easier during Recovery
Coronavirus patients using unique physical therapy treatment to breathe easier during recovery Manual therapy is different from typical physical therapy and has helped some COVID-19 patients Dr. Siegel on race to treat coronavirus symptoms Fox News medical contributor Dr. Marc Siegel on what can be done to protect people before a vaccine is approved. A special…
August 4, 2020
Breathing and Your Immune System
Breathing and your immune system FOR SHA WELLNESS CLINIC | TUESDAY MAY 19TH, 2020NATURAL THERAPIES Rachel Rose Yoga and meditation instructor at SHA Wellness Clinic. Since the declaration of the coronavirus pandemic, breathing and immunity have made the news in every country in the world. In recent weeks, we have seen frightening images of people having their breath…
July 29, 2020