Communication in Indigenous healthcare: extending the discourse into the physiotherapy domain

Considering the high mortality andmorbidity associated with chronic conditions amongst Indige-nous communities, it is essential to provide Indigenous Austra-lians access to equitable healthcare. Physiotherapists are wellpositioned to play an important role in preventing and managingmany health conditions that are prevalent amongst IndigenousAustralians.TheAustralianPhysiotherapyAssociation(APA)hasaPosition Statement on Indigenous Health