Every year on 8 September, the global community comes together to celebrate World Physiotherapy Day – a day dedicated to recognising the hard-working, kind and knowledgeable physiotherapists who play a vital role in keeping people well, mobile and independent.
At Northern Health, we are proud to have more than 120 physiotherapists working across all our campuses. Their work spans the entire health journey, from newborn care to aged care, from the Emergency Department to community services, and from ICU to wellness programs.
Physiotherapists work side-by-side with Exercise Physiologists and Allied Health Assistants to support patients through personalised exercise therapy, manual treatment and education.
Whether it’s helping someone recover after surgery, manage a chronic condition, or simply regain confidence in their mobility, our physiotherapists are there every step of the way.
This year’s theme, ‘Healthy Ageing’, highlights the important role physiotherapy and physical activity play in preventing falls and frailty – helping people maintain independence and quality of life as they age.
The impact of our physiotherapists is best told through the voices of our patients:
“My physio is an excellent physiotherapist who follows up on the wellbeing of her patients and makes recommendations for their treatment and prosperity”.
My physio was “happy, courteous and thorough.”
“I was very surprised with the level of care we got because physio staff went above to make a difference.”
My physio was “very patient & explains really well.”
My physio “looks after me brilliantly.”
“They paid attention to my need, personalised treatment targeted my needs. There was information, education and handouts of great benefit. Also, the feedback on progress was very good.”
“Gave me more confidence.”
These words reflect the profound difference our physiotherapists make in the lives of patients and their families each day.
On this World Physiotherapy Day, we say thank you to our physios for their compassion, expertise and dedication and for helping our community live healthier, more independent lives.