Researchers investigated whether a goal-directed mobilisation intervention delivered to critically ill patients in the SICU improved mobility, reduced length of stay and increased functional independence, this is what they found.
Sports Fitness
Are our kids too hot to move?
It’s thought that seasons influence the motivation of children to be active and that our summer heat may be adding to the sedentary behaviour of many Australian kids.
Can genes pick a future gold medallist?
Researchers look at whether inheriting a good set of sporting genes make the difference between being a weekend athlete or a gold medal winner.
Is concussion linked to suicide?
A study spanning two decades and nearly a quarter of a million people explored whether concussion in adults may be associated with an increased risk of suicide.
Can beetroot juice help with heart failure recovery?
Researchers invited 19 people who suffered from heart failure to take part in the study to see if beetroot juice can boost exercise ability in older people.
Osgood-Schlatter disease
The main symptom of Osgood-Schlatter disease – a common condition that affects children and teenagers during a growth spurt – is pain in the shin bone just below the knee.
Is dark chocolate the next hot sports supplement?
Scientists studying the potential health benefits of dark chocolate have come up with some surprising results giving chocolate lovers something to get really excited about!
Corticosteroid injections
Corticosteroids are medicines used to treat inflammation. Depending on the condition, steroid injections can relieve pain for several weeks to months.
Jock itch (tinea cruris)
An itchy rash in the groin area could be jock itch. Find out the causes, symptoms and treatment, plus self-help tips for this fungal infection.
More exercise equals less disease
Researchers assess the dose-response association between total physical activity levels and risk of five chronic conditions.
