Ten years in the Red Brick House

Ten years in the Red Brick House Barefoot LIFESTYLE Ten years in the Red Brick House: 10 reflections on care, community and movement From Sal Oliver Lange, Director & Head of Physiotherapy Barefoot Physiotherapy started out as a practical test to a question. Did the people of Brisbane want my version of Physiotherapy? The only […]

Back Problems from Driving? Try These 3 Tips

Back Problems from Driving? Try These 3 Tips Barefoot Lifestyle / Physiotherapy Column Back Problems from Driving? Try These 3 Tips Does your back start aching every time you get behind the wheel? You’re not alone. Back pain from driving is one of the most common issues we see at Barefoot Physiotherapy. For some, driving […]

HAES Physio – Health at Every Size Physiotherapy

HAES Physio – Health at Every Size Physiotherapy Physiotherapy Column HAES Physio – Health at Every Size Physiotherapy Your health is not dependent on your weight. This may be surprising given the narrative spun from a host of sources including health professionals. Health at Every Size (HAES) is “an approach to public health that seeks […]

Return to walking program

A BLOG about return to walking programs

Introduction to the Wellbeing Battery

Introduction to the Wellbeing Battery Barefoot lifestyle column What Is the Wellbeing Battery—and Why I Created It Written by Sal: As a physiotherapist and Director of Barefoot Physiotherapy, I’ve spent years working with people of all walks of life. Through that experience and some significant personal experiences, I came to a powerful realisation: many people […]

Wellbeing Battery for Recovery

How the Wellbeing Battery helps you Recover Barefoot lifestyle column How the Wellbeing Battery Helps You Recover (and Prevent Burnout) Blog 2 of 4 in introductory series written by Sal:  As a physio, I’ve worked with many people in pain—and I’ve learned that recovery isn’t just about stretching or strengthening. It’s about people as a […]

Wellbeing Battery and Communication

Wellbeing Battery Communication Barefoot lifestyle column Why Being Able to Communicate Your Energy Levels Changes Everything Blog 3 of 4 in introductory series written by Sal:  One of the most powerful things we can do for our wellbeing is learn how to communicate where we’re really at—and do it simply.  That’s one of the main […]

Wellbeing Battery Journal

Wellbeing Battery Journal Barefoot lifestyle column Daily Check-Ins and Tailored Strategies — Taking the Next Step in Your Recovery Blog 4 of 4 in introductory series written by Sal:  At Barefoot Physiotherapy, we walk beside you through every phase of your recovery—and sometimes the next step isn’t another exercise, but a deeper understanding of your […]

Taking care of your body whilst gardening

Taking care of your body whilst gardening Physiotherapy Column Taking care of your body whilst gardening We love getting to know what activities our clients enjoy getting up to, which is why we include asking about your interests & hobbies on our new client intake form! This helps us understand the activities you are wanting […]

Activity pacing

Activity Pacing Physiotherapy Column Activity Pacing Activity pacing is a vital component of physiotherapy management for chronic conditions. It is an approach that involves balancing activities throughout the day to prevent overexertion and conserve energy. This technique is particularly useful for individuals who experience chronic pain or fatigue, as it can help manage symptoms and […]