How to reduce your risk of stroke & tips on post-stroke recovery
What is a stroke? A stroke occurs when a blood vessel supplying blood to the brain either suddenly becomes blocked (ischaemic stroke) or ruptures and begins to bleed (haemorrhagic stroke). Either of these may result in part of the brain dying, leading to sudden impairment and/or paralysis that can affect a number of functions; including […]
Bariatric Surgery: How to maximise your pre & post-operative rehabilitation with exercise
What is Bariatric Surgery? Bariatric surgery is surgery that affects the stomach and how food is digested. The surgery is designed to reduce the size of the stomach, decreasing one’s appetite and making a person feel full from smaller portions of food. Bariatric Surgery is an effective way to help lose excess body weight. The effectiveness of […]
5 Tips for working out at home during lockdown!
Attention fitness lovers! Keeping fit during isolation poses some challenges. Perhaps you feel accustomed to a set gym routine. Maybe you require certain machines to keep fit. Or you just love the structure and order of a gym setting! With a little bit of creativity with a dash of flexibility, you can stay in shape […]
Best types of exercise to manage symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis
What is Multiple Sclerosis? Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a potentially disabling disease that affects the central nervous system of the human body. In Multiple Sclerosis, the immune system attacks the protective sheath (myelin) that surrounds the nerve fibers. This damage causes lesions or scarring (sclerosis) in the nervous system, causing communication issues between your brain […]
Better manage your symptoms from Crohn’s and Colitis with these tips
It’s Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Month – May 2021! Inflammatory bowel disease is a collective term used for the diagnosis of Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, or colitis in another form. These diseases are life-long autoimmune conditions, affecting people of all ages. Approximately 85,000 Australians are living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). In the month of […]
Body composition scan – why it’s important and key benefits
What is a Body composition scan? Body weight fluctuates constantly; the major reasons for these fluctuations are shifts in body water. Inevitably, weighing yourself on the daily can be an extreme motivation killer, as often, these natural fluctuations can easily trick you into feeling as if your weight shift is minimal. A body composition scan […]
Why is pre- and post-joint replacement surgery exercise rehabilitation important?
What is a joint replacement? A joint replacement is a surgical procedure in which parts of a joint are removed and replaced with a metal, plastic, or ceramic device called a prosthesis. Joint replacements are one of the most common orthopedic operations, with considerable success in alleviating pain and disability. In 2019, over 127,000 joint […]
How exercise can assist with managing the unique symptoms of Parkinson’s disease
What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition that can affect anyone. The disease affects the control of body movements and occurs when the neurons (nerve cells) that normally produce dopamine in the brain gradually die. Dopamine is the ‘feel good’ hormone; responsible for allowing you to feel pleasure, satisfaction, and motivation. […]
Fall Prevention – Reduce Your Risk With These Evidence-based Exercise Tips
What is a ‘fall’? A fall is defined as an event that results in a person coming to rest inadvertently (aka. “falling over”) on the ground or floor. According to the World Health Organisation, Falls are the second leading cause of accidental or unintentional injury deaths worldwide! Falls are a major health issue within the […]
Meet Club Active Physiotherapist Marcello Di Riscio
Club Active is an over 50s health and fitness centre with an in-house allied health clinic offering professional services from dietitians, physiotherapists, and exercise physiologists. We spoke with our passionate Physiotherapist, Marcello Di Riscio, about his career in physiotherapy. Tell us about your journey to Physiotherapy I grew up in Auckland, New Zealand. I landed on the […]