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APA physiotherapists are highly sought-after experts in their field-providing commentary and advice on everything from musculoskeletal health, sports injuries and chronic pain to occupational health and safety, child growth and development, pelvic health and chronic disease.
 
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Woman experiencing the symptoms of menopause

NSW government invests in essential menopause care. It’s time for the rest of Australia to follow suit

The NSW government announced a menopause virtual health hub last week which will enable women to access flexible, complex care from highly trained professionals such as physiotherapists.  

The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) is thrilled to see investment in the complex care required to manage women's health conditions and calls on the rest of Australia to follow suit.

Physiotherapist working on knee strength

APA urges parties to seize election moment for healthcare reform in Tasmania

The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) is calling on all political parties to put health reform at the center of their election commitments, following a recent vote of no confidence in the current Tasmanian Government only a year into its term. This weekend’s election offers more than a change of leadership. It is a crucial opportunity to restore public trust and deliver real improvements to the health and lives of Tasmanians.

Falls in older people

New guidelines recognise the vital importance of physiotherapy in falls prevention

Last week, the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care released new best practice guidelines to prevent falls in older people. The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) welcomes the guidelines which highlight the irrefutable importance of physiotherapy-led exercise plans in falls prevention.  

APA media statement

NDIA implements destructive price cuts

Yesterday's implementation of cuts to the NDIS will devastate access to critical services for people living with disability.  

Despite the APA and many other allied health bodies raising overwhelming concern for participants and providers, the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) has proceeded with changes based on flawed, limited data and developed without sector consultation.