By: Steph Cantrill  With lockdowns, restrictions, and the recent COVID-19 outbreaks, many of us have been spending a lot more time at home over the last two years. But how do we make sure we come out strong on the … Read More ▷

By: Steph Cantrill  When you think of buzz words that have come out of the COVID-19 pandemic era, terms like “social distancing” or “self-isolation” might come to mind. But Zoom is definitely one of the words of the moment! What … Read More ▷

Guest Blog Post By: Lynn Tullock – Clinical Development Manager and Senior Neurological Physiotherapist at Advance Rehab Centre Anne Biddlecombe – Senior Occupational Therapist at Advance Rehab Centre     My muscles feel very tired and heavy, particularly after physical … Read More ▷

By: Michael Jackson      “The findings from the present study indicate that there is a critical need for improvement of knowledge about postpoliomyelitis syndrome among Brazilian healthcare professionals. The services provided by these professionals may therefore become compromised. Furthermore, … Read More ▷

  By: Steph Cantrill    We recently had a question submitted to our website, which was featured in the new Question and Answer session in Polio Oz News. The question was about Sister Kenny, and whether she actually cured polio. … Read More ▷

By: Michael Jackson      In my role educating health professionals about post-polio conditions it is important to compare and contrast aspects of other health conditions with Late Effects of Polio (LEoP). Doing so helps professionals to connect the features … Read More ▷

  By: Steph Cantrill    Back in May, I was lucky enough to attend the Assistive Technology Suppliers Australia (ATSA) Independent Living Expo. It was a remarkable time in recent Victorian history. Large-ish crowds were all gathered in the one … Read More ▷

  By: Paulette Jackson    Michael has been busy traveling around Eastern Australia this year since COVID restrictions have eased. It hasn’t been all sunshine and rainbows as he had to cancel four sessions due to COVID outbreaks in the … Read More ▷

  By: Steph Cantrill    *This article was updated on 23 July 2021 to reflect latest public health advice for AstraZeneca vaccination. Please note that information given here is general and not to be taken as individual advice. Please discuss … Read More ▷

  By: Steph Cantrill, with Liz Telford    As many people know all too well, navigating the health system and getting the right treatment isn’t always easy. This is especially true if you have a complex condition that many health … Read More ▷