Continuing Professional Development
Last week I attended the Healthia Business Leadership Program Workshop and presentation in Brisbane, where clinic leaders from across the Healthia network came together to learn from industry experts and share ideas.
The program included sessions on leadership, financial management and running strong healthcare practices, with a focus on ensuring clinics continue to deliver high-quality care and a positive experience for patients.
It was also a great opportunity to connect with colleagues from across Australia and exchange ideas that help strengthen our clinics and support our teams.
I look forward to bringing some of these insights back to Melbourne Hand Therapy as we continue to grow and support our patients.
Elbow trauma and rehabilitation – why do elbows get so stiff?
The elbow is a complex and essential component of upper limb function, comprising three distinct joints that enable both flexion and extension, as well as rotation of the forearm. These coordinated movements allow us to perform everyday tasks such as eating and drinking, dressing, reaching overhead, and participating in a wide range of sporting activities. However, when the elbow is injured, this functional capacity can be significantly compromised, and the joint can become stiff very quickly.
Types of elbow injuries
There is a wide range of elbow injuries, which may involve single or multiple structures within the joint and can be managed either conservatively or surgically. These include:
Why do elbows get so stiff following an injury or surgery?
What increases the risk of an elbow getting stiff?
Important rehabilitation considerations
Don’t forget to move the shoulder and hand!
Monica Soliman is a passionate Physiotherapist at Melbourne Hand Therapy who holds a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) from the University of South Australia. She is committed to ongoing professional development and is currently completing the Healthia Recent Graduate Program to further enhance her clinical skills. Monica is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association and is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-focused care, with a strong emphasis on patient education to support long-term recovery and self-management. She has an interest in treating a wide range of upper limb conditions, with a particular focus on post-operative rehabilitation. Monica enjoys working closely with her patients to help them regain function and return to the activities that are important to them.
“The whole experience with MHT has been exceptional but the care and knowledge from Monica has been incredible as the anxiety I had from surgery has eased with Monica’s care.” – Mark
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