March is a transitional month as it marks a changing of the seasons with the winter giving way to spring. The latter (spring) opens up a world of new outdoor activities with better weather being more accommodating to them all. These activities also require musculoskeletal health which is where physiotherapy comes in, making the month an ideal time to weigh in with updates that may apply to you and your household. Let’s review!
Top Stories from March of 2023 Regarding Physiotherapy You Need to Know About
Increasing Evidence Supports Physiotherapy for Parkinson’s
An increasing body of evidence finds that a regular regime of physical exercise combined with physiotherapy, can be of clinical benefit for people with Parkinson’s Disease. This was reported yesterday (March 20) not by outlets from within the physiotherapy industry, but directly from Parkinson’s News Today. If an authority on the brain disorder that causes unintentional and/or uncontrollable movements is telling patients to engage in physiotherapy, the call to action is simple. View more on the importance of physiotherapy for Parkinson’s Disease.
Business Case Made for Physiotherapy for Seafarers
More than two months ago we published an article regarding the importance of physiotherapy for longshore workers who spend their days laboring along the ports of Greater Vancouver BC. Fast forward to today to find that others have taken notice of the essential nature of physio in the seafaring industry.
Splash 24/7 is an online resource that provides the latest maritime news along with an in-depth analysis on global maritime, shipping, and offshore ongoings. Recently, they released a report about the business case for making physiotherapy a part of the health regime for seafarers:
“Over the last few years, seafarers have faced new unforeseen challenges that have affected their mental and physical health […] physiotherapists working with the Seafarers Hospital Society (SHS) found that, of the seafarers being referred through our service, 54% had back injuries, 26% had knee injuries, and 22% had upper limb or neck injuries […] Investing in crew health and wellbeing helps prudent shipowners comply with ESG values, attract and retain seafarers, and distinguish themselves from competitors.”
This is just another example of how industries across the world are finally realizing how important the provision of physiotherapy is to the health of their workforce and subsequently that of their productivity. If your organization (port or otherwise) operates in the Greater Vancouver area, call 604.558.2273 to discuss options for your crew.
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