by Jo Mak | 23 August, 2024 | General News, Occupational Therapy
A step-by-step guide to choosing a lift / recliner chair. What is a Lift and Recliner Chair? A lift and recliner chair, also known as a lift chair or power lift recliner, is a specialised type of chair designed to assist individuals with weakness, fatigue, chronic...
by Jo Mak | 3 April, 2024 | Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology
In our dedicated efforts to serve the dementia community, our speech pathologists Grace and Stacey compiled some videos to provide invaluable insights for carers on communication with those affected by dementia. We have chosen to do the videos in Mandarin as this is...
by Jo Mak | 8 January, 2024 | Occupational Therapy
Techniques before taking Occupational Therapy Driving Assessment An Occupational Therapist can provide assessment and develop a recovery program for anyone who is currently experiencing difficulties in carrying out their everyday activities due to physical or...
by Jack Salcedo | 18 May, 2023 | Podiatry
Fungal nails, also known as onychomycosis are a fungal infection that affects the toenails. The fungal infection can cause the nail plate to become thickened, discoloured, and brittle, and in some cases can also cause the nail to become deformed. Fungal nails are most...
by Jack Salcedo | 15 May, 2023 | Podiatry
Cracked heels are caused when the skin thickens and callus forms around the heels. When weightbearing the fat pad under the heel expands and this tension then causes the thickened skin to crack and break. It is important that these cracks are managed as they can...
by Jack Salcedo | 12 May, 2023 | Podiatry
An ingrown toenail is a condition where the toenail grows into the skin surrounding the nail, causing pain, swelling, and sometimes infection. The condition most commonly affects the big toe and can from improper nail cutting, poor fitting footwear, or genetic...
