The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) reports that nine out of 10 Australians with knee osteoarthritis could avoid costly surgeries through targeted physiotherapy programs. These programs could potentially save Australian taxpayers billions of dollars with knee and hip replacement costs projected to hit $5.32 billion by 2030.
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease where the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of bones wears down over time, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced movement. Osteoarthritis most commonly affects the knees, hips, hands, and spine.
Right at Home Allied Health physiotherapists and occupational therapists are well-positioned to help prevent and treat osteoarthritis. We believe that every client has their own unique bodycode built by people, places, and culture. Our goal is to discover, heal, and optimise your physical and emotional wellbeing so that you can get on with living.
Depending on factors like pain and mobility, we aim to create proactive treatment plans, particularly those focused on physical activity. Our treatment plans may include aerobic exercise, strength training, and flexibility exercises to help reduce pain, improve function, and potentially slow the progression of the disease. We also address modifiable risk factors like obesity, which is also essential in preventative care.
Check out these ‘five facts’ about the role of physiotherapy in the diagnosis and management of osteoarthritis from the APA.
Right at Home Allied Health is dedicated to delivering quality, patient-centred care across Australia. Our allied health services comprise chiropractic, exercise physiology, occupational therapy, optometry, osteopathy, physiotherapy, podiatry, psychology, and speech pathology. We also provide remedial massage therapy, clinical nutrition, clinical naturopathy, and clinical Pilates. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for those we serve by decoding health, happiness, and harmony. Discover, heal, and optimise your physical and emotional wellbeing with Right at Home Allied Health. Book a Discovery Session at your local clinic today.
*Some services may not be available in all locations. Please contact your local office to learn more about their in-clinic and at-home allied health and wellbeing services.
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