Rod Muller - My Polio Story

I contracted polio at the age of 6 in 1956 and was affected from my hips down to my feet. Thankfully I did not have to go through the rigours of an Iron lung or leg irons and after a few months and lots of physiotherapy, went back to school and got on with life and really never gave it another thought.

Back in the early 1980s my Mum said to me one day have you heard that they are discovering people from back in the 40’s and 50, s were being diagnosed with Post-Polio Syndrome my comment was well it looks like I dodged that bullet

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Congratulations Brett Howard OAM Order of Australia Medal in Australia Day Honours List

Brett Howard was awarded the Order of Australia Medal. Brett was nominated for an OAM for his dedication to powerboat racing and within the broader community. It is truly sad that Brett is not here with us today to share this truly amazing recognition he was our President for over 10 years and we thank him for his passion and devotion.

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Muscles & Mobility The Physio Clinic Prospect

We received a flyer from Kate Seeliger Neurological & Vestibular Physiotherapist at The Physio Clinic Prospect for more details click on button below.

Many Post-Polio survivors can experience fatigue, weakness, pain, imbalance, falls & disturbed sleep. LOOKING FOR A SOLUTION? Exercise may be able to help! Exercise has many health benefits for polio survivors. Goals of exercise may include improving and/or maintaining an individual’s mobility and function, maximising their independence and providing relief from pain. Consideration must be given to stabilising weak limbs, supplementing strength, protecting joints, normalising movement patterns, reducing unnecessary load and pain and accommodating ongoing atrophy/ weakness