Disability A–Z

A physical disability is a physical condition that affects a person’s mobility, physical capacity, stamina, or dexterity. Examples of physical disability include Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Chronic Arthritis, Cerebral Palsy, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Spina Bifida and Spinal Cord Injury.

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Physical Disability Australia (PDA)

PDA is a national peak Disability Peoples Organisation (DPO) run by people with physical disability for people with physical disability. PDA was founded 21 years ago and has over 1,000 members from all Australian states and territories. Its aim is to enable every Australian living with a physical disability to realise their full potential.

Learn more by visiting the PDA website.

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