Exercise physiologist

Exercise physiologists help improve your health through personalised exercise plans. Learn how they can help you and where to find one.

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Physical activity guidelines for older people

Over-60s should stay active daily. Learn how much exercise you need to stay mentally and physically strong and prevent conditions such as osteoporosis.

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Arthritis

Arthritis is a term for a group of conditions that affect the joints in your body. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatments for arthritis.

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Upper back pain (thoracic pain)

Your upper back is also known as the thoracic spine. Learn about common causes of thoracic pain and how to prevent and manage it.

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Allied health

Allied health practitioners are trained professionals who are not doctors, dentists or nurses. Learn more about what these professionals do here.

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Fatty liver

Fatty liver disease may not cause symptoms, but it can lead to health problems. Learn how to change your lifestyle to prevent or reverse fatty liver.

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Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS)

Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) causes a fast heartbeat and other symptoms when you stand up. Learn how to manage POTS.

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Lumbar spine

Your lumbar spine lets you move, supports you and protects your spinal cord. Injury is common. Prevent it by handling loads safely and being active.

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Exercise and mental health

Exercise is good for your physical and mental health. It can help with sleep and stress. Read about the benefits of exercise for your mental health.

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Cardiovascular exercise

Discover the essentials of cardiovascular exercise, its health benefits, and practical tips for safe and effective workouts.

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Health benefits of swimming

Swimming is a great low-impact activity that you can do at any age and with any fitness level. These tips will help you get started with swimming.

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Chronic pain

Chronic pain is pain that lasts for more than 3 months or beyond expected healing time. Learn about the causes, living with and managing chronic pain.

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Shin splints

Shin splints are caused by overusing your lower leg muscles. Find out more about their symptoms, treatments and other causes of shin pain.

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Lipoedema

Lipoedema is a condition that causes a build-up of fatty tissue, leading to pain and swelling. Learn more about the causes and how to manage it.

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Baker's cysts

Baker's cysts are caused by a build-up of fluid behind your knee. Learn more about how to manage the symptoms as well as possible complications.

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Paget's disease of bone

Paget's disease is a condition that weakens and deforms your bones. Read more information about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

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Management of chronic conditions

Chronic conditions are long-lasting and need ongoing medical attention. Learn how to manage your chronic condition and the types of support available.

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Heart failure

Heart failure is when your heart cannot pump enough blood. Read about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatments for heart failure.

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Options for managing chronic pain

Chronic pain is pain that lasts longer than 3 months. It can have a significant impact on your life. Read on to learn about strategies that can help.

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Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS)

Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS) causes pain in the outside of your hip. Learn more about the causes, treatment and prevention of GTPS.

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Type 1 diabetes

Type 1 diabetes can affect people of any age but is most often diagnosed in young people. Read about the symptoms and treatment for type 1 diabetes.

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Myasthenia gravis

Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disease of the neuromuscular system that causes muscle weakness. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

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Metabolic syndrome

Metabolic syndrome is a group of health conditions that raise stroke, heart disease and type-2 diabetes risk. Read about symptoms and treatments.

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Running tips for beginners

Running can be a fun way to exercise. Running can help you stay in shape and help you lose weight. Learn how you can start running safely.

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High blood pressure (hypertension)

High blood pressure affects around 1 in 3 Australian adults. It's important to know about your risk of hypertension and how to prevent it.

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Parkinson's disease

Parkinson’s disease occurs when there isn’t enough dopamine produced in the brain, which impacts movement, mood and other symptoms.

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Healthy bones

From your 40s onwards, bones gradually lose their density. Follow these steps to help keep your bones healthy and avoid osteoporosis.

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Loss of muscle mass

Your muscles may become weaker as you get older or because of health problems. Read about causes of muscle loss and how diet and exercise can help.

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Obesity

Obesity is a term used to describe being overweight. It can lead to symptoms that affect your life. Learn about BMI, prevention and treatment options.

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Managing menopausal symptoms without medication

Menopause can cause many physical and emotional symptoms. Read more about some lifestyle and behaviour changes you can make to help you cope better.

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