Healthfocus Physiotherapy

Emsella Chair: Introducing the Emsella Chair.

BTL EMSELLA is the HIFEM® procedure, that utilizes electromagnetic energy, at a high frequency, to cause pelvic floor muscle stimulation completely non-invasively.

This treatment option may be helpful for both women and men with bladder control or sexual health concerns.

A single session brings you thousands of intense pelvic floor contractions that you would not be able to do on your own. These contractions are very helpful when it comes to muscle strengthening and re-education.

At Healthfocus Physiotherapy optimising patient care is at the heart of our practice.

For this reason, we perform a thorough pelvic health assessment prior to considering if the Emsella may form a part of your treatment plan.

If your pelvic health is on your mind book an appointment with Simone Bowler today.

www.healthfocus.com.au

Emsella Chair: Introducing the Emsella Chair.

BTL EMSELLA is the HIFEM® procedure, that utilizes electromagnetic energy, at a high frequency, to cause pelvic floor muscle stimulation completely non-invasively.

This treatment option may be helpful for both women and men with bladder control or sexual health concerns.

A single session brings you thousands of intense pelvic floor contractions that you would not be able to do on your own. These contractions are very helpful when it comes to muscle strengthening and re-education.

At Healthfocus Physiotherapy optimising patient care is at the heart of our practice.

For this reason, we perform a thorough pelvic health assessment prior to considering if the Emsella may form a part of your treatment plan.

If your pelvic health is on your mind book an appointment with Simone Bowler today. www.healthfocus.com.au

Moving you through life.

At Healthfocus, our services cover you across each life stage, from early development, sports, family and your senior years.

Feel the benefits of being active, exercising and managing your symptoms.

We have the knowledge and expertise to guide you to be active again.

It is our passion to keep people healthy and active within our community.

We do this so you can keep living your best life.

Make an appointment with our team today and let's move well together.

www.healthfocus.com.au

Introducing Physiotherapist Angela Pinson

Angela comes to Healthfocus with a high level of sporting and academic achievements. Upon graduation in 2022, Angela received both the Charles Sturt University and the Australian Physiotherapy Association Prizes for Highest Academic Achievement.

Angela has also been a competitive Powerlifter, lifting at national and international events. She represented Australia for powerlifting in 2013 and won a Bronze Medal in the 2014 Australian Powerlifting Championships.

She draws on a variety of physiotherapy experiences from both public and private settings.

Angela has a keen interest in shoulder biomechanics, strength and function. She enjoys treating a wide variety of conditions, including hip, knee, ankle, shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand related presentations.

Outside of work Angela enjoys spending time with her family, camping, jogging, and motorcycle riding.

You will find Angela in our Albury clinic.

To book an appointment with her call our friendly team or head to www.healthfocus.com.au.



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Are you suffering from a niggling neck or shoulders?
Do you suffer from headaches?

Did you know that many headaches stem from our upper neck joints, and specific assessment and treatment of these joints can help you to be headache free?

Simone Bowler is a Watson Headache® Institute Level 1 Foundation and Level 2 Consolidation Course Attendee.

The course was based on the Watson Headache® Approach, a protocol for the skilled assessment and management of the upper cervical (neck) spine in Cervicogenic and Primary Headache, and related conditions in which the underlying dysfunction is sensitisation of the lower brainstem.

The Watson Headache® Approach is recognised as a scientifically researched method of examination as well as a comprehensive clinical management system.

For further information, go to: www.WatsonHeadacheApproach.com.

Book an appointment online, link in bio. No referral is necessary, www.healthfocus.com.au



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Introducing physiotherapist Patrick Wall

Patrick graduated from Charles Sturt University in 2022 and joined Healthfocus in June 2024.

Patrick has grown up in Culcairn, where he has been a keen sportsperson having participated in cricket, tennis and football, playing for the Culcairn Lions. He has also assisted with junior coaching at the club.

Patrick’s interests include orthopaedic rehabilitation, sporting injuries, and all aspects of musculoskeletal physiotherapy.

Patrick is passionate about providing high-quality evidence-based practice, empowering other people to achieve their goals and return to their best physical level.

Outside of work, Patrick enjoys maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle through running, going to the gym and participating in local sport.

You will find Pat in our Wodonga clinic. To book an appointment with Pat call our friendly team or head to www.healthfocus.com.au



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Concussion focus.

Why is assessment post concussion important?

A detailed assessment after concussion is important to determine a person’s functional impairments and symptoms, to then prescribe an individualised rehabilitation plan.

If athlete’s are not guided through a return to play, with an understanding of the diversity of symptoms that may present, they risk prolonging symptoms, and spending more time on the sidelines than they need to.

Common post concussion symptoms can include headaches, dizziness, oculomotor coordination concerns, fatigue, brain fog, sensitivity to light and sound, difficulty sleeping, anxiety, and being more emotional than usual, among others.

We know that if an athlete has not fully recovered and returns to play and sustains another concussion the sequelae can be far worse and recovery will be much longer.

Assessment will also identify those with more serious concerns or pathology who require further specialist review and referral.

Michael Bowler is our physiotherapist experienced in Concussion management.

Book an appointment online, no referral necessary, www.healthfocus.com.au



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Keeping healthy in winter.

Are you feeling sluggish with this cooler weather?

Some familiar aches and pains may also recircle during these cooler months.

Top tips to keep healthy in winter:
* Keep moving - any movement is better than no movement.
* Eat immunity-boosting foods.
* Drink water.
* Aim for at least 7 hours sleep each night
* Rug up and enjoy the fresh air.

Our physios can provide the relief and support you need to stay active and pain-free during winter. Book an appointment online, no referral necessary.

www.healthfocus.com.au

Paediatric physio.

Our Paediatric physiotherapists.

Are you concerned about how your child is developing or that they are developing at a different rate from their siblings or peers?

Paediatric physiotherapy combines hands-on techniques, exercises and interventions to address functional impairments, including muscle tone, strength, balance and posture, coordination, and mobility.

Our team is here to support children of all ages and abilities with their development.

Bronte Young, Keely Bond and Simone Bowler are our physiotherapists with further training in paediatrics.

Book an appointment online, no referral necessary, www.healthfocus.com.au

The Olympics are a great show of human achievement in so many fields.

Our Olympians give our young athletes inspiration to try and achieve.

We all have our heroes. For some of us our heroes are competing in Paris.

For others, we can think back to our time as kids growing up being inspired by the likes of Debbie Flintoff-King, Kieran Perkins and Cathy Freeman.

Who inspired you? We would love to know, comment below.



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Sports referrals.

We are at the pointy end of the winter sports season.

Be sure to book in if you have a ni**le or injury.

We have a range of physiotherapists with expertise in treating sports injuries.

Book an appointment today, and find your finals form.

www.healthfocus.com.au



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We love the Olympics, not just because of the traditional sports like athletics, swimming, cycling , soccer and hockey.

But also every four years we get a window into the more extreme sports that we normally would see.

We marvel at the skateborders and BMX cyclists and how these athletes are incredible in their own right.

What sports have caught your eye in Paris in 2024?

Share with us below.

Get back to being you.

At Healthfocus, we support you to get back to feeling the best you can.

We take the time to find out what your goals are and create a plan with you to achieve them.

No matter how big or small your goal may seem, we are here for you.

Book an appointment online. No referral is necessary.

www.healthfocus.com.au



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Jack returns from overseas.

Jack is back.

Jack is a physiotherapist with many interests including the management and prevention of sports injuries, occupational physiotherapy and vestibular rehabilitation.

Jack is back from his extended European holiday and is looking forward to seeing his clients in the clinic again, although may be caught at times dreaming of the Swiss Alps, Italian food and wine, or bathing in the Mediterranean sea, amongst other adventures.

You can book in with Jack in both our Albury and Lavington clinics.

www.healthfocus.com.au



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The Olympic Games is not just a coming together of the world's greatest athletes.

It is a coming together of communities from all over the world. Our Athletes represent us on many levels.

There are athletes in the Australian team from our community on the Border, from communities where we have grown up in or lived in.

Many of us will have family members or friends that we know and take a special interest in their journey feeling that they are representing us.

This will be the case for many people all over the world and what makes the Olympics such a special celebration.

Emsella Chair: Introducing the Emsella Chair.

BTL EMSELLA is the HIFEM® procedure, that utilizes electromagnetic energy, at a high frequency, to cause pelvic floor muscle stimulation completely non-invasively.

This treatment option may be helpful for both women and men with bladder control or sexual health concerns.

A single session brings you thousands of intense pelvic floor contractions that you would not be able to do on your own. These contractions are very helpful when it comes to muscle strengthening and re-education.

At Healthfocus Physiotherapy optimising patient care is at the heart of our practice.

For this reason, we perform a thorough pelvic health assessment prior to considering if the Emsella may form a part of your treatment plan.

If your pelvic health is on your mind book an appointment with Simone Bowler today. Link in bio.

National Pain Week 2024

Monday 22 July –Sunday 28 July.

Our physiotherapists work with you to understand and manage your pain.

We know the impact of chronic or persistent pain is significant, and is also associated with decreased mental health.

We also know that 3.6 million Australians live with chronic pain, whilst only 1 in 100 will have access to multidisciplinary pain management programs.

If chronic pain is impacting your life, get in touch with our team today. We can help you to take the first steps to managing your condition, and work with your doctor and specialists to help you get back to what you enjoy.

To break your pain cycle reach out to our team today, www.healthfocus.com.au



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Our Services

We offer a range of services.

From manual therapy to exercise prescription and lifestyle modification advice to activity recommendations, we look at individuals and use a range of modalities to achieve the best possible outcome for each person.

Whether you need help with your winter aches and pains, recovering from a broken bone, improving your posture, or learning how to manage your back pain we are here for you.

Book an appointment today, www.healthfocus.com.au



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Paris Olympics 2024

Our Olympians represent sporting excellence, those who have reached the top of their game to compete against the best in the world.

We acknowledge those who have dedicated many long hours pursuing their dream and not quite reached the final stage. All athletes engage in a journey that is challenging.

There are no guarantees of selection. It is this thrill to challenge and improve oneself that takes courage.

We acknowledge the courage and dedication of all those who have pursued a dream. Who have taken themselves out of their comfort zone to extend themselves athletically and personally.

It is this attitude to take a risk that pushes our society to achieve in general.

We should celebrate and congratulate all those who have embarked on the journey.

www.healthfocus.com.au



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Supporting our future

Our physiotherapists Michael and Bronte enjoyed attending the 2024 Catholic College Wodonga Careers Expo last Wednesday.

It was wonderful to see so many students exploring their career options, and helping them to learn more about potential careers in Physiotherapy and administration within our team.

Thank you to Sandie McKoy and her team for our invitation and their wonderful organisation of the evening.

Supporting the Sunshine Walk ☀️💛☀️

We are proud to be supporting the again this year.

This wonderful community event raises much needed funding for our amazing Albury Wodonga Cancer centre.

Save the date in your diary, November 10th 2024, and enter today to bring some sunshine to your day.

https://give.awcancertrust.org.au/event/sunshine-walk/home



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Supporting our Athletes 💜

Physio Shae travelled to Shepparton over the weekend to watch her patients, Jackson and Michael Gray, compete in the Australian National Wheelchair Basketball league.

It was wonderful to see them both in action, and congratulations to them and their team, the Manly Wheel Eagles, on winning all 3 of their matches.

It’s all in the preparation.

To succeed this winter sport season, you first need to be prepared. No matter what sport you play, warm-ups can help you to reduce the risk of injury and improve performance.

Don’t forget to complete a dynamic warmup before running, training or playing a game.

If you need some tips of specific preparation, especially if you have an injury history, come and see our team today.

www.healthfocus.com.au



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Looking for a family-owned physio?

As one of the largest regional physiotherapists in the country, we have over 50 years experience on the border.

As a family owned clinic, we understand the ever-changing needs of our community.

Our physios are skilled in diagnosing many conditions and work with you to develop patient specific plans. We work closely with doctors and specialists to care for our community.

Come and join our Healthfocus family today.

www.healthfocus.com.au



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We are in full swing of the winter sports season.

Whether it's netball, football, rugby, soccer, basketball, or hockey, with any winter sport comes the potential for injury.

The best medicine is prevention. Our team can provide you with the tools you need to optimise your injury prevention, in accordance with your sport specific demands.

We love to support you in your sport, keep you moving and keep you playing.

Book an appointment today, link in bio.



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Concussion management.

If you have suffered from a concussion, we can help you return to sport with a well-managed plan that reduces the risks of complications now and into the future.

We know that a guided, systematic approach optimises your recovery and successful return to play.

Even when following the new Concussion and Brain health guidelines, it’s not just a case of waiting 21 days to return to the field.

Book an assessment, with our concussion physio, Michael Bowler.

www.healthfocus.com.au

No referral is necessary.

Welcome and Farewell 💜

Tonight we came together to welcome our new team members, physio Patrick, physio Angela, and administration team member Tanya, and say farewell to Josie and Louise.

We are grateful to have such a wonderful team, and wish Josie and Louise happiness in their next chapters. We hope those team members that were there in spirit tonight due to winter bugs feel brighter soon too.

Thank you to for such a lovely evening and the best charcuterie platters on the border (& beer of course) ❤️.

Keep moving through the blue.

You may not feel like it, but a healthy dose of movement is the best medicine to treat the winter blues. Find the perfect balance between activity and rest to bolster your immune system and feel better.

Aim to find a friend, and set a goal together, or share your own goals with each other, and then check in weekly to help keep you on track.

For ideas on how to move well again get in touch with our team.

Book an appointment online. No referral required.

www.healthfocus.com.au



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Remain healthy and manage your pain this winter.

Seeing a physiotherapist during winter can help you to manage some of those pre-existing injuries or ni**les.

The temptation during winter is often to hibernate, and pop rehabilitation on hold, however it is most often the ideal time to undertake a structured rehabilitation plan, in readiness for the next season.

If you are in pain, or have injury ni**les, come and see our team today to start your journey back to your best.

www.healthfocus.com.au


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