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Being ‘perturbed’ is a GOOD thing!

Being ‘perturbed’ is usually pretty uncomfortable! You’ll feel unsure what to do next and worried about outcomes. But if you are a physiotherapist, it all changes. Perturbation is the term used by physiotherapists to describe the state when you are...

‘LiveStronger’ for Strength and Balance.

You KNOW you should be doing regular exercises at home ….. but, truth be told, very few of us do them. That’s why being part of a class makes sense. Not only do you get appropriate instruction – that’s great. AND...

Stepping Up.

Do you live in a single level bungalow or apartment? There are many advantages if you do. But if you want to continue negotiating bus steps and stairs in public, you have nothing much to practise on! Practise keeping strong for steps and stairs. With...

Test Your Balance.

All sorts of factors affect balance. And without good balance, the risk of a fall is higher. In most cases poor balance can be improved with regular balance exercises. Try this simple balance test. You’ll soon know if you should be adding balance training to...

Better balance, better brain!

Step up to better balance Negotiating steps with confidence requires strength, power and good balance. Luckily this skill is easy to improve and maintain. The Classic Step-Up Find a step or stair to use It can be outside or indoors but choose one that provides support...