Orthopaedic month at Mt Lawley

Wednesday 6 March 1.30pm to 3.00pm

Session led by Mt Lawley Physiotherapists Josephine and Laeticia.

Healthy aging requires consideration of multiple aspects such as physical activity, social and mental health. Our physiotherapist will provide information on the importance of strength and balance exercises and why this is important for healthy aging and falls prevention. It will include a discussion on general exercise recommendations, places to access falls and balance services and other resources to further support healthy physical wellbeing. We will also explain how the rehabilitation journey works if you need surgery at our hospital and you will get a free mobility and balance assessment by our physiotherapists.

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Thursday 7 March 2024 10.00am to 11.00am

Session led by an Injury Matters presenter, covering a number of topics:

• Information about why people may fall
• Move your body, including building balance and strength
• Improve your health, including managing your medications, nutrition and healthy eating, and keeping a healthy mind
• Remove hazards, including home safety and hazards in and around the home, wearing safe footwear, and checking your eyesight
• Tips and strategies for preventing falls
• The health professionals that can help you to prevent having a fall

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Thursday 14 March 1:15pm to 1:45pm

Session led by Senior Physiotherapist Michelle (Owner of Mercy Physiotherapy).

Total joint replacement surgery can be a life changing procedure, with significant pain relief and improvement in physical function and quality of life for patients with severe osteoarthritis. However, the recovery period can be difficult and challenging. Like all aspects of health, being pro-active about your pre-operative strength, mobility and function, and committing to your post-operative rehabilitation are essential for optimal recovery. In this session, Senior Physiotherapist and owner of Mercy Physiotherapy, our onsite physiotherapy clinic and hydrotherapy service, will discuss "prehab" and "rehab" for orthopaedic conditions, and ways in which you can increase the chances of a successful post-operative outcome.

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Thursday 14 March 2:00pm to 2:40pm

Session led by Senior Physiotherapist Michelle (Owner of Mercy Physiotherapy).

Our osteo aqua class is a 40 minute exercise circuit. Water exercise is an excellent way for people with arthritis to build strength, ease stiff joints and relax sore muscles. The buoyancy of the water takes the weight off painful joints. The heat of the water can also relieve pain and warm up muscles and joints so they are able to move easily. Water can provide as little or as much resistance as you like. This means exercises can be easily adjusted to suit people with varied strength and mobility. Exercising in water can also improve endurance and fitness.

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Tuesday 19 March 2.00pm to 3.30pm

Session led by Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Wael Chiri.

Are you dealing with shoulder pain or carpal tunnel symptoms?

Learn from orthopaedic surgeon, Dr Wael Chiri, as he breaks down the signs of carpal tunnel syndrome and explains what might be causing your shoulder pain.

Plus, get your questions answered during the Q&A session afterward

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Thursday 21 March 2.00pm to 3.30pm

Session led by Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon Associate Professor Chris Jones.

Wondering if a hip or knee replacement could be right for you?

Come learn with Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Chris Jones as he talks about signs and symptoms, procedures, recovery process, and the various options you have available to you.

Plus, get your questions answered during the Q&A session afterward.

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Tuesday 26 March 2024 2.15pm to 3.15pm

Session led by Anita Clayton from the Arthritis WA Board.

Topics covered include:

• An overview of arthritis
• Self-management techniques to help people with arthritis cope better with day-to-day activities
• Services and information available from Arthritis WA

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