by Jesse Chandler | 08,06,23 | Chronic Health |
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a neurological disorder that affects movement and muscle coordination, typically caused by damage to the developing brain before or shortly after birth. It is a lifelong condition that can vary in severity, leading to challenges in mobility,...
by Jesse Chandler | 30,05,23 | Chronic Health |
Living with a disability can present unique challenges, but it should never hinder one’s ability to lead a fulfilling life. Fortunately, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in Australia and the expertise of Accredited Exercise Physiologists offer...
by Jesse Chandler | 15,05,23 | Chronic Health, Health and Fitness |
Limited mobility can affect people of all ages and can lead to a range of challenges and difficulties. Whether you are experiencing limited mobility yourself or caring for someone who is, it is important to understand the common problems associated with this condition...
by Jesse Chandler | 12,09,22 | Chronic Health |
In the 2017/2018 National Health Survey, over 35% of Australians were defined as overweight, with a further 30% of Australians classified as obese. Obesity is defined by the World Health Organisation as having a Body Mass Index (BMI) of over 30kg/m2. Rates of obesity...
by Jesse Chandler | 29,08,22 | Chronic Health |
Blood pressure that is consistently high is called Hypertension and is usually diagnosed when blood pressure sits above 140/90 (mm/Hg). The top number of a reading is called your systolic blood pressure and represents the maximal pressure of the blood within the...
by Jesse Chandler | 04,04,22 | Chronic Health |
What is Spina Bifida? Spina Bifida (SB) is a birth defect where the spinal cord and brain do not develop properly due to incomplete closure of the neural tube, an essential process for the development of the central nervous system. SB can be diagnosed during the...
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