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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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Scope of practice review first step towards deeper structural reform

Scope of practice review first step towards deeper structural reform

The APA has welcomed the Albanese Government’s commitment to undertake a scope of practice review as part of the Strengthening Medicare funded measures.
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Call for comprehensive policy reforms to strengthen care and support workforce

July 2023

The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) highlights the urgent need for comprehensive policy reforms to address the challenges faced by the healthcare and social assistance workforce in Australia.

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Redefining physiotherapy as a first-line disability treatment

July 2023

Forty-seven-year-old, David Hunter, lives with Cerebral Palsy. He doesn’t think of his disability as a reason not to achieve his dreams though, but rather an opportunity to see what’s possible.

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Tradies disproportionately affected by workplace injuries

A 'fair go’ for tradies has been a key concern following the pension age raise to 67 last month¹, with tradies already being disproportionately affected by workplace injuries and chronic conditions².  

Body stressing, lifting, pushing, pulling, or bending is the primary cause of workplace injury, with the most serious injury claims involving joints and muscles³.