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Down Syndrome Exercise & Nutrition
Down Syndrome Exercise and NutritionWhat is Down Syndrome? Down Syndrome is a genetic chromosomal disorder that causes intellectual and...
Benefits of Exercise on Mental Health
As a general rule, a physiotherapy referral is indicated if you or an individual you support has had a significant decline in activity levels.
Bianca Semaan – Practice Manager
Getting to know Active Ability's practice manager, Bianca Semaan We wanted to give you the opportunity to get to know Active Ability's...
Exercise for Muscular Dystrophy
Exercise for Muscular DystrophyWhat is Muscular Dystrophy? Muscular Dystrophy (MD) is a chronic disability that prevents the production of...
Rethinking ‘Exercises for Disabled Adults’
Rethinking 'Exercises for Disabled Adults'Doctors and other health professionals (like our exercise physiologists here at Active Ability)...
Joseph Edwards
Getting to know your exercise physiologist, Joseph Edwards We wanted to give you the opportunity to get to know Active Ability's wonderful...
Healthy Diet Versus Fad Diets
Healthy diets versus fad diets for people with a disability On May 6, International No Diet Day is all about combating food stigma, body...
Exercise for Prader-Willi Syndrome
Did you know that May is Prader-Willi Syndrome awareness month? To celebrate, we have written a blog for the Exercise Right website to...
When should I refer to a physiotherapist for a mobility assessment?
As a general rule, a physiotherapy referral is indicated if you or an individual you support has had a significant decline in activity levels.
Cerebral Palsy Exercises for Adults & Children
Cerebral Palsy Exercises for Adults & ChildrenExercise physiology is often the first step when it comes to supporting someone with...
Jacinta Birbara
Getting to know your dietitian, Jacinta Birbara We wanted to give you the opportunity to get to know Active Ability's fabulous dietitian...
Autism, Diet & the NDIS – Advice from an Accredited Dietician
Historically individuals with autism have been described as “picky eaters” which ultimately results in those living with autism being isolated and stigmatised.
Brad Kell | Dietitian Sunshine Coast
Hi, my name is Brad Kell and I am a Dietitian! I am new to the Active Ability team on the Sunshine Coast and have a passion for...
Physio, Dietetics and Exercise for People with Down Syndrome
Support for people with Down syndrome: how exercise, physio and dietetics can help On March 21, World Down Syndrome Day...
Paige Phillips | Accredited Exercise Physiologist Wollongong
We’d like to introduce Paige Phillips, our Exercise Physiologist in Wollongong!
Timica Hawkins
Hi, I’m Timica Hawkins- an Exercise Physiologist for Active Ability. For the last 12 months I have called the Sunshine Coast home....
How Does a Dietitian Help With Weight Loss?
How a dietitian can help with weight loss for people with disability Achieving or maintaining a healthy weight is vital for enjoying the...
Philip Fourie
Hi there, my name is Philip Fourie, an Exercise Physiologist for Active Ability. I have recently graduated from the University of the...