Current research helps us understand how our brain changes as we reach later stages of life. The volume and weight of our brain declines with age at a rate of about 5% per decade after age 40, with gradual declines in our memory and cognitive processing. Age can also place us at risk of developing dementia, a term used to describe cognitive functioning and memory disorders. There are many studies available that show high levels of education, physical activity and social engag

UPDATE 25/03/2020: Physiotherapy has been declared an essential service as of 24th March which will allow Newcastle Aquatic Australian Physiotherapy to continue to provide quality care to our patients. Due to the continuous changes to our practice in line with recommendations made by the Australian Government Department of Health and the Australian Physiotherapy Association we anticipate further changes to our normal scheduling. We have decided to discontinue all water-based

Are you about to undergo a total #kneereplacement (TKR) or have recently undergone a TKR? We’ve compiled a list of common questions we hear at our practice from our new post-op patients. We hope that this can be a helpful resource and guide to refer to during your recovery process. When can I remove my bandage? Depending on the type of stitching method and wound healing time, you may be able to remove it at around 10-14 days to about 3 weeks. If you are unsure, make sure you

In honour of our new website and blog, we’ve decided to put together an FAQ on NAP for our new and returning clients.

This blog post forms part two of our #BacktoBasics series, exploring some of the mainstay treatments we offer at NAP to help guide you through what you might expect in a consultation with us and what would benefit your condition. Our #hydrotherapy pool has been a pivotal feature of our private practice since our opening in 2008 and with the range of conditions it can benefit it is offered frequently as part of a holistic, tailored treatment session. What is hydrotherapy? Hydr

Tai Chi, from its roots in traditional Chinese medicine, has evolved into a popular form of exercise practiced globally among a range of ages and abilities. How does Tai Chi work? Tai chi revolves around the Chinese concept of Chi- an energy that flows within our body system and is an important marker of spiritual, mental and physical health. A balance of chi that flows smoothly is said to be essential to keeping healthy. If this Chi is disrupted or weak, health problems are