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Hydrotherapy-The Benefits of Hydrotherapy for the Elderly | Aged Care Report and Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry

Hydrotherapy for Seniors

What is hydrotherapy?

Hydrotherapy is a therapeutic technique commonly used in older adults in which heated water is used as treatment. It is a type of physical therapy used for treating various types of injuries and diseases. It is performed in specially designed heated pools and is highly recommended for older adults who are experiencing pain from a physical disorder or illness.

How does it work?

The main therapeutic element is warm water as, according to professional therapists, its thermal effects alleviate various pains. These stimulate the immune system by applying heat and pressure to the body. Heat is used by many people to soothe muscular and joint aches. At Dr7 Hydrotherapy Yokine, we are one of the few physio clinics that has an onsite hydrotherapy pool in Perth. Our pool is heated to a warm 34 degrees to increase blood circulation, improving muscle tightness and joint flexibility.

Once an older adult is submerged in water, they will experience a massage-like feeling because of the hydrostatic effect. As a result, the nerves will then carry the heat and pressure deeper into the body where it can help improve blood circulation, lessen the body’s reaction to pain, and eliminate stress hormones.

Who can benefit from hydrotherapy?

Hydrotherapy is commonly used for older people who suffer from various ailments that affect their mobility. Older people who are suffering from neurological conditions can also benefit greatly from it.

Water and heat therapy has been used since ancient times for all types of pain and injuries. At Dr7 Physiotherapy Joondanna, we offer different classes for different types of participants in our hydrotherapy pool. We have supervised one on one rehabilitation as well as arthritis and aqua fitness classes.

It reduces muscle tension

When submerged in water, you will feel the weightlessness of your body as it relieves aching muscles and reduces tension. It is believed that the hydrotherapy treatment allows you to release endorphins which will then act as a natural pain reliever. If you have had a tough day, you can always ask a physiotherapist at Dr7 Physiotherapy Tuart Hill or a caregiver to guide you during the treatment.

It rejuvenates aging or injured muscles

Once your body is immersed in warm or hot water, your body temperature will then rise and circulate the blood flow in your body. When blood circulation improves, it will then heal damaged tissues and rejuvenate injured muscles. People tend to become weaker as they grow older which is why going for a hydrotherapy treatment at Dr7 Physio Dianella is one way of rehabilitating aging muscles.

It improves your immune system

Warm water increases the blood flow and allows white blood cells to circulate throughout your body. It also helps the immune system fluid called lymph to move through the different parts of your body. This type of fluid is responsible for eliminating unwanted waste and toxins in your body and will help your body fight off various illnesses such as the cold and flu.

It cleanses your body

Hydrotherapy is also known for eliminating toxins from your body. The use hot or warm water and combining it with specific exercises will help with this.

It relieves stress and anxiety

Hydrotherapy exercises is believed to help reduce stress and anxiety as it helps in reducing blood pressure. In addition to that, older people will definitely enjoy taking a dip into the shallow heated water of the pool at Dr7 Physiotherapy Nollamara. We have group sessions which is a great way to socialise and have fun whilst improving your general health.

Now that you’re aware of the benefits of hydrotherapy, you should look at making an appointment at Dr7 Physio and Podiatry Yokine.

Orthotics at Dr7 Podiatry

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Orthotics is a device inserted into footwear to correct or change the alignment of your feet to help alleviate foot, ankle, lower leg, hip or lower back pain. All ages can benefit from orthotic wear, from young children to the elderly.

Orthotics can help reduce the strain and stress on your feet, legs, knees and lower back. They are prescribed to treat acute injuries and also resolve long term chronic issues.

Types of orthotics that can be specially ordered by our podiatrists at Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry

What is included in an orthotic consultation?

An orthotic consultation which leads to an orthotic device is an all inclusive fee. Our team at Dr7 Osborne Park understand you don’t like nasty financial surprises. All fees will be clearly explained before commencement of treatment.

At Dr7 Yokine, an orthotic consultation from one of our professional team of podiatrists will:

explain in simple terms what is causing your pain and if orthotic therapy deemed required, it will be explained on how it will resolve your foot health issues.

provide a personalized clinical assessment of your feet according to your problem or symptoms

provide a comprehensive biomechanical analysis of your upper and lower body

gait analysis

provide a complementary* one month review appointment of your orthotics to ensure you are settling in your orthotics as expected (*no charge for complentary review appointment – applicable for customized orthotics only)

Custom made orthotics at Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry

How do orthotics work?

Orthotics aim to support your arches, it addresses and fixes biomechanical issues which is causing your foot pain.

Everyone has different arch configurations, flat (pes planus), ‘normal’ or high (pes cavus) arches. No matter what type of arch configuration you have, or whatever foot health issue you have, you can be assured the podiatry team at Dr7 Tuart Hill will issue and prescribe an orthotic specific to your requirements.

Conditions that orthotics treat

Heel pain – heel spurs, heel bursitis
Plantar fasciitis – arch pain

Flat feet – causing overpronation when weightbearing resulting in tired, aching or sore feet
Childrens feet – growing pains, excessive pronation, biomechanical developmental assistance

Osteoarthritic & rheumatoid foot pain – bunions, hammertoes, clawtoes or deformed joints.
ankle sprains – lateral ankle instability

Achilles tendonitis
Morton neuroma – nerve impingement pain in the forefoot.

Metatarsalgia – general forefoot pain
painful callous or corn areas on excessive loading areas of the feet

Cuboid syndrome – lateral foot pain from overuse of peroneus longus muscle due to excessive pronation
Shin splints

Knee pain – ‘knock knees’, excessive medial stress, arthritic knee pain
Lower back pain – if related to biomechanical issues in feet

Range of orthotics

Dr7 Coolbinia has an extensive range of orthotics to resolve your symptoms at a budget to suit you.

Pre-made – Over the Counter (OTC) orthotics

Dr7 Joondanna stocks premium pre-made or over the counter (OTC) orthotics.
Professional podiatric brands such as Vasyli, Vasyli + Dananberg, X-lines and ICB orthotics are ready to be dispensed at time of consultation.

Kiddy pre-made orthotics are also stocked for young children.
OTC orthotics are made from soft, medium or hard density EVA. Density of EVA given will differ according to symptoms, activity level and age.
OTC orthoses have a life span between 1-3 years depending on usage, weight of individual and type of activity used for.

Pre-made and over the counter orthotics are available at Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry

Customised orthotics

Before an impression of your feet is performed a thorough biomechanical assessment is done. Biomechanical analysis will include assessment of leg length difference, shoulder & hip tilt assessment, lower back configuration, hip & knee & sub-talar joint range of motion, calf flexibility assessment and gait analysis.

Dr 7 Menora uses state of the art impression techniques for our latest designed prescribed or customized orthotics.
Customised orthotics are tailored for the individual and requires an impression mould or scan of your feet.

Our impression techniques include traditional plaster of paris casting, box 3D scanning and the latest IPad 3D scanning technique using the AOMSTOT and Meshlab application program.
Customised orthotics traditionally are made from German made high quality polypropylene and is guaranteed to last over 10 years.
Custom orthoses may be made from soft, medium or hard density EVA if required.

differing designs offered: slim line orthotics (suitable for shallow footwear), full length covers, Cobra slim (for sporting boots)

differing covering colours available for aesthetic purposes
Dr7 Dianella uses top line Australian orthotic laboratories for our manufacture: Biolab Precision Orthoses; Artisan Orthotics and Orthotech Orthotics.

Different type of material and colours for your custom orthotics available at Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry

Refurbishment of existing orthotics

Should you have existing orthotics and in need of a refurbishment or modification, the team of podiatrists at Dr7 Balcatta can easily arrange to have your existing orthotics looking and feeling brand new again.

Orthotics should be reviewed annually to check for optimal fit and integrity.

The friendly podiatry team at Dr7 Physiotherapy & Podiatry look forward to assisting you on any foot relating health issue.

We are well located to provide physiotherapy, podiatry, hydrotherapy and massage to Yokine, Dianella, Joondana, Tuart Hill, Osborne Park, Coolbinia, Mount Lawley, Bedford, Inglewood, Balcatta, Stirling, Nollamara and surrounding Perth communities.

We have been providing friendly and professional physiotherapy, podiatry, hydrotherapy and massage treatment since 2001.

Corns and Calluses

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Corns and Calluses forms when there is continuous pressure and friction on an area of skin. The pressure causes the layer of skin to die and a hard layer of skin is then formed to protect it. Corns are usually smaller than calluses and are formed on places like top, side and in between your toes. Calluses usually develop underneath your foot like on the heel and may differ in size and shape. Corns are more painful then calluses where as calluses can be uncomfortable.

Causes:

Continuous pressure and friction can cause corns and calluses to form, these are some of the reasons:

Wearing shoes either too loose or too tight can cause friction on certain places on your foot. If the shoe is too loose your foot will be sliding around causing friction to the side of the foot.
High heels will compress the front of your toes and put pressure on the heel of your foot.
Not wearing socks will create friction within the shoe between your foot and the shoe itself.
Claw toes and bunions may contribute to the development of corns and calluses.

Treatment:

If the pain remains then you may come to Dr7 Podiatry in Yokine for a podiatrist to:

remove or debride the corns or calluses , this should not be done by yourself because it may be easily infected if not done properly
Over the counter medicine for corns and calluses such as patches and cream may be applied, usually things that include salicylic acid. But this is not recommended because it will cause more problems in the future.
In rare cases surgery may be an option so that they may align your foot correctly.

Prevention:

You may apply these methods everyday to prevent corns or calluses from forming:

Moisturise the foot to keep the skin soft.
Wearing comfortable cushioned shoes and socks.
Custom orthotics may also align your feet and prevent friction within the shoes. You may book an appointment with Dr7 Physio and Podiatry Yokine Perth for a casting and dispense of custom orthotics.

We have been providing friendly and professional physiotherapy, podiatry, hydrotherapy and massage treatment since 2001.

Lower back pain

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Lower back pain problems are a common issue for many patients treated at Dr7 Physio and Podiatry in Yokine Perth. Many of our patients from the surrounding suburbs such as Yokine, Dianella, Joondana, Tuart Hill etc, are being successfully treated for back pain every week by our highly experienced physiotherapists.

Causes:

Usually lower back pain is caused by a strain in the muscles or a sprain in the ligaments in the lower back. Things that contribute to the strain and sprain to the muscles include:

Improper lifting, instead of squatting down and lifting with your legs you bend over and lift with your back.
Lack of regular fitness, running after a long time can strain your muscles because it is not use to it.
A ruptured disc, the disc may be pressing on the sciatica nerve causing constant lower back pain.
Poor posture, if your posture is bad certain muscles groups will have to compensate for the other areas. This causes strain in the muscle that is working over time.

Lower back pain relief:

Cold packs, applying a cold pack to your back may reduce the inflammation of the muscles. It also slows down nerve impulses which causes spasms that causes lower back pain.
Heat packs, this will stimulate blood flow which increases the healing process.
Stretching, continuous stretching daily can loosen the tense muscles in the lower back.
Taking medication, Pain relief medication may temporarily reduce your lower back pain.

Treatment:

Come down to Dr7 Physio and Podiatry in Yokine Perth to get a physiotherapist to administer dry needling, manipulation and releasing your pressure points with a massage.
A professional masseuse at Dr7 Physio and Podiatry can target the right muscle group and strains to relieve you from lower back pain.

Prevention:

Strengthening your core, this will provide support to your lower back.
Exercise regularly, this will keep your body healthy and strengthen other muscles in your body which supports to the lower back.
Be well rested, sleeping is a very important factor and sleeping sideways is also beneficial to the lower back.
Lift heavy objects correctly, keep your back straight and use your legs to lift and not your back.
maintain proper posture, keep your back upright and correct your posture so all the muscles are correctly supporting one another.

We have been providing friendly and professional physiotherapy, podiatry, hydrotherapy and massage treatment since 2001.

Blisters

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Blisters are a very common foot problem due to shoes not fitting correctly, either too tight or too loose. They are small pockets of skin filled with fluid caused by friction of the foot and the shoes most commonly. Walking or standing for several hours may also contribute to the cause due to the pressure you put on your feet. Moisture on your foot can also lead to blisters due to your pores being clogged up by sweat.

Treatment:

Unburst Blisters:

It is better to keep blisters unburst to avoid the risk of infection. Try not to cover up your blisters and let it breathe, but you may also put a plaster or bandage on it to prevent it from friction.

Burst Blisters:

If the blister has burst due to the large amount of friction that has been put on it, do not remove the skin. Instead you should wash it properly and use sterile dressing to dress it everyday until it is healed.

Draining Blisters:

This is not recommended but if the blister is in an awkward area or causes too much pain, you may burst and drain it yourself.

Wash your hands thoroughly and sterilise a needle
Puncture the sides of the blister with the sterile needle and not the centre of it
Gently press down on the blister and let the fluid drain out
Wash the blister after all fluid is drained
Dry the area and apply a sterile dressing over it and change this everyday to avoid infection.

If there is blood in the blister this method is not recommended and instead you should not burst it and just let it heal itself.

Prevention:

Wearing Shoes that fit well and not lacing up your shoes too tight
Wear socks that are breathable and moisture wicking
Putting orthotics in your shoes may position your foot better, we can custom make orthotics at Dr7 Physio and Podiatry.
Keeping your feet dry by putting talcum powder or antiperspirant

We have been providing friendly and professional physiotherapy, podiatry, hydrotherapy and massage treatment since 2001

Myofascial Physiotherapy Perth

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What is Myofascial you might ask, so your walking down the street to the shops as the day comes onto dusk. You see a figure walking along the path towards you, even though the figure is at a distance you are able to tell from their walking style that it is a close friend of yours. How is this?

We have a tissue that weaves through our body and connects muscles in ‘chains’ or groups so that several muscles can work together to create movement. This tissue is called myofascial connective tissue. As with muscles, this connective tissue should be elastic; stretching and then returning to its original length. When we move in similar patterns as we sit, stand or walk, month after month, year after year, these movement patterns cause tightening of muscles and connective tissues in one area and loosening and weakening in the opposing group of muscles and connective tissue. You can often visually see these muscle imbalances in people when you see: one shoulder dropped lower than the other, spinal scoliosis, a rotated pelvis or ‘pigeon toed’ walking. If these muscle imbalances are allowed to continue over an extended period of time it will cause wearing or degeneration of joints and pain.

A sensitive area may form on a muscle after overuse or injury, this is what we call a trigger point. A trigger point on a muscle may cause discomfort and pain through the entire muscle if aggravated. If the pain worsens or continues, this is called myofascial pain and should be treated before it gets worse.

Physiotherapy can assist in correcting these asymmetries with: myofascial and trigger-point release, cupping, and sports taping. We will give you postural advice and guidance on how to alter your hobbies or work tasks to produce even wear and tear on your muscles and joints.

New Hydrotherapy Aqua Fit class

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Introducing a new Hydrotherapy Aqua Fit class starting this week at Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry, Aqua Fit is a high intensity and low impact workout in our Hydrotherapy pool. Warmed at a constant 34 degrees Celsius and water resistance makes the work out more intense but with fewer injuries.

Benefits of Hydrotherapy:

Post operation of knee and hip replacement – people may not be able to put their full body weight on the operated area so therefore it will encourage the patients to walk properly in their rehabilitation without the weight in the pool.
Arthritis – with experiencing pain in their joints doing exercises may take a toll on the body on land but in warm water it can eliminate the stiffness and soreness of the joints and you may exercise pain free.
Sports injury/Recovery – the warmth of the water would loosen up tight muscles and encourages relaxation and speed the healing process.
It may boost the immune system allowing efficient function of the organs and also increasing metabolic rate and digestion.

Benefits of Aqua Fit (exercising in warm water):

Improves your aerobic fitness and flexibility by reducing the weight while exercising in the warm water.
Low impact exercising for muscles and joints
Improves strength and balance
Post natal training and injury rehabilitation

The classes will be on every Friday at 12pm to 12:40pm instructed by Tess our very own physiotherapist and personal trainer. Cost of the class is $37 and is either fully covered or partly covered by your private health, limited spots available.

Tess, Lawrence and Emma also instructs the arthritis classes on a daily basis:

Tess:
Monday 8:30am
Friday 8:30am

Lawrence:
Monday 10:30am
Tuesday 9am
Thursday 9am
Friday 10:30am

Emma:
Wednesday: 10:30am and 1:30pm

Cost of the class is $25 and is either fully covered or partly covered by your private health, limited spots available.

So give Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry a call today on 9349 1777 to make a booking or visit our pages:

https://www.facebook.com/PhysioExperts

Physiotherapy Perth – Welcoming new and returning staff!

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Carmen is an experienced podiatrist who has started with us recently. She joins our podiatry team on a part time basis and has a special interest in the management and care of elderly and diabetic patients.

Ian, our physio of more than 10 years, returns to our physiotherapy team after a 6 month break. He is looking forward to catching up and helping out his previous clients and welcome all new ones.

Vicky, our massage therapist of 2 years has increased her shifts due to the departure of Maria. She is available afternoons and Saturday mornings.