Neurological Physiotherapy Geelong

This week marks two important awareness campaigns: Balance Awareness Week and Migraine and Headache Awareness Week.

As a neurological physiotherapy clinic, we understand the significant impact that balance disorders and migraines have on our patients' quality of life. These conditions often intersect in ways that can make daily activities extremely challenging. This is why we dedicate our expertise to treating both groups, helping people regain control of their lives through targeted, personalized therapy.

Want to know more? Check out the blog written by our incredible vestibular clinical lead, Brendan at https://www.neurophysiogeelong.com.au/blog/balance-migraine-headache-awareness-week

At NPG we are passionate about providing our physiotherapy, exercise physiology and therapy assistant services with as little carbon footprint and environmental impact as possible.

Our clinic is mostly powered by our solar panels which avoid power plant emissions to the equivalent of planting 459 trees, using 7618 litres of petrol and 8658kg of coal each year. We operate a predominantly paperless system, are mindful of what resources we use, recycle where we can and keep our waste to a minimum. Furthermore, a number of our staff use electric or hybrid vehicles for community visits and we will strive to increase this in the future.

If you have any questions, or ideas on what else we can do to be environmentally friendly comment below, call us on 4207 0279 or email [email protected]

We are super excited to bring the greater Geelong Cerebral Palsy (CP) community together to celebrate world CP day 2024.

On Thursday 10th October (in lieu of World CP day on Sunday 6th) from 1-2.30pm we are hosting an event specifically for people living with CP and their carers and support team. We have 3 guest speakers who will discuss exercising with CP, tone and spasticity management and local supports and networks available in the Geelong region. Most importantly we will then spend time getting to know one another over afternoon tea.

For more information and to register for this event go to https://tinyurl.com/bd768yhe email [email protected] or phone 0342070279

At NPG we are proud to support Pedal for Parkinson’s Tasmania in 2024, virtually.

Pedal for Parkinson's is a cycling event, taking place as a 500km loop across five days in Tasmania with the aim of raising awareness and funds for Parkinson’s Disease. For the month of September NPG will donate $1 for every kilometre pedalled by our Optimise Parkinson’s group members with the aim of reaching 500km across the month of September.

If you would like to donate, you can follow the link to our group page https://our-fundraisers.raisely.com/neurologicalphysiotherapygeelong Watch this space for an update at the end of the month!

At NPG we are passionate about continuing to learn, and sharing our knowledge with the neurological community. We are thrilled to bring the above three amazing courses to Geelong!

Wheelchair & Seating with Angela Rowe - Saturday 12th October
Clinical exercise prescription & application for complex rehabilitation with Chris Byrne - Saturday 23rd November
Advanced Bobath Course - The perceptual patient: achieving locomotion with Kim Jennings - June 2025

If you want to learn more about what these courses cover or to register head to our website at https://www.neurophysiogeelong.com.au/, phone 03 42070279 or email [email protected]

Introducing Optimise Parkinson's Online Exercise Group!

Word is spreading further about how great our Parkinson's service is, and how beneficial our group classes are. We want to make sure that people outside the Geelong region, or those who prefer to exercise at home, can access this wonderful service. The class will incorporate aerobic and strengthening exercises known to be effective for people with Parkinson's. It is suitable for those who can walk without an aid and complete basic exercises safely.

Want to know more about this, or our other classes? Head to the group page of our website or phone 03 4207 0279 https://www.neurophysiogeelong.com.au/optimise-groups-neuro-physio-geelong

Pictured are some of our Parkinson's therapists who were honoured to support our legendary client Sean's Parkinson's Gala Luncheon on Friday.

Sean was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's disease at 36 years young and his approach to his diagnosis has been remarkable - choosing to trek to Everest Base Camp, cycle and host a fantastic Gala Luncheon to raise funds for the Shake it Up foundation. We were privileged to hear from many wonderful guest speakers with one, who also has Parkinson's, inspiringly stating that "Life has no limitations, only the ones you make for yourself." As neuro physios and EP's we love being able to work with people with Parkinson's to overcome physical limitations and see people like Sean achieve their goals.

Shake It Up is an amazing not-for-profit organisation, with 100% of donations going towards innovative research and treatments to slow, stop and cure Parkinson's. See link below to donate to this incredible foundation. If you have, or know someone who has Parkinson's and would benefit from seeing a physio or exercise physiologist experienced in working with people with Parkinson's call 4207 0279 or email [email protected]

https://shakeitup.org.au/donate/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw5ea1BhC6ARIsAEOG5pwKcPl6Q_6Sq5kwraFAHPd995oeaqQVPitVGNl3gmNLd4BBOvP4V2AaAjL4EALw_wcB

We are so proud to see our wonderful physio Maddy receive the very deserving credential of becoming a Titled Neurological Physiotherapist.

What is this you ask? A Titling credential is awarded to a physiotherapist who demonstrates highly developed physiotherapy knowledge and experience in a particular field of practice, in Maddy's case neurological physiotherapy. Day in, day out, this is exactly what we see at NPG - Maddy doing a stellar job and going above and beyond for every client she meets. We already knew she was fantastic, and it's great to see others recognise this too!

If you'd like to meet Maddy or one of our other fantastic therapists, get in touch on 03 4207 0279 or email [email protected]

Did you know that it is common for people with neurological conditions to have trouble breathing and clearing their secretions?

At NPG we are highly experienced in managing respiratory dysfunction in the community setting. Respiratory physiotherapy can help to optimise lung volumes, aid sputum clearance, prevent hospital admissions and keep neurological clients in the Geelong community breathing and living well.

Want to know more, or interested in a respiratory assessment and input? Phone us on 4207 0279 or email [email protected]

NPG's blood flow restriction (BFR) training has commenced!!

Did you know there is mounting evidence to support BFR training in a range of neurological conditions? Use of BFR with low load strength or aerobic training can amplify exercise benefits and help people achieve their strength goals more quickly. At NPG we've invested in a world-class Delfi unit and are accredited to provide this intervention as part of our EP service.

Read the latest blog post https://www.neurophysiogeelong.com.au/blog/blood-flow-restriction-training to learn more and get in touch on 4207 0279 to book an appointment.

Enhancing our manual therapy skills with a local expert!

Pictured here is our concussion team with local legend Wade Byrnes from Marna Physio. Wade has shared his musculoskeletal expertise with us over the past six months, through practical in-services focused on manual therapy skills for neck treatment. This has greatly enhanced our care for our vestibular and concussion clients, and further strengthened our collaboration with the awesome team at Marna Physio.

We keep urgent appointments available each day for people with acute vertigo or concussion symptoms. Contact us on 4207 0279 or email [email protected] if you would like to book in.

Pictured is Zoe in Perth last weekend sharing her Neuro Pilates knowledge with our eager neuro physio colleagues.

What is Neuro Pilates you ask? Purposefully adapted mat and reformer based Pilates exercises for people with neurological conditions. Neuro Pilates can be used to treat a range of neurological symptoms, and is an excellent bridge between hands on facilitation and strength training. It is also a great way to break someone's goals down into smaller achievable tasks, in a fun and interactive way.

Want to come try Neuro Pilates? Phone 03 4207 0279 or learn more online at https://www.neurophysiogeelong.com.au/about

We had such a fun evening at our Grand Opening last night!

A big thank you to all those who made the effort to drop in and see our new space, try some of our equipment out, and learn more about what we do as neuro, vestibular and concussion physios, EP's and TA's.

For those who missed out we would still love to show you through. Email [email protected] or phone 03 4207 0279 to arrange your personal tour!

Don't forget to pop by on Wednesday afternoon between 4-6pm to see our amazing new clinic!

Not only will we be showing off our new space, but some of our favourite gadgets too. This includes our new overhead tracking hoist, blood flow restriction device, Vesticam googles and other vestibular and concussion equipment, our Optimise group space and all the rest of our fantastic equipment and facilities.

And most importantly of all... there will be lots of treats, refreshments, balloons, smiles and fun! For all the details head to our website https://www.neurophysiogeelong.com.au/

What an amazing turn out for Team NPG at this years A Walk In The Park Geelong!

On Sunday our staff, clients and their families got together to walk a lap of the Botanical Gardens to raise funds for Fight Parkinson's. It was (and always is) a great event and an excellent opportunity to bring the Geelong Parkinson's community together to create much needed funds and awareness, and to be active and have fun while doing so!

It's not too late to donate to this amazing cause - https://fightparkinsons.grassrootz.com/a-walk-in-the-park-geelong-2024/neurological-physiotherapy-geelong

And WE ARE IN!!!!

It's opening day at our sparkling new neuro rehab, vestibular and concussion clinic and it is amazing! Our team and clients are already into it trying out the fantastic new facilities and equipment, making the most of all the extra space and enjoying the homely touches (especially the cupcakes).

Come check it out for yourself at our Grand Opening on Wednesday 15th May from 4-6pm. For full details head tohttps://static1.squarespace.com/static/5f20ec5906fb87793f558cb2/t/66318a316ea7052ac4cc7ee2/1714522674715/NPG+South+Geelong+Grand+Opening+%281%29.pdf

Meet our next Parkinson's superstar... Dave.

Dave has had Parkinson's for 4 years now. It mostly affects his walking, especially first up in the morning when he is stiff and shuffly. He's been coming to our Optimise Parkinson's class for 18 months and thinks it is fantastic. Dave's words - it is definitely delaying the disease, my balance has improved, the benefits are both mental and physical and the staff are great, they really care for our wellbeing. Dave reports that you just have to exercise if you've got Parkinson's and that coming to NPG helps motivate him to do so.

Did you know you can try our Optimise Parkinson's class for free? Give us a buzz on 4207 0279 to find out more.

Have you got 13 minutes to hear how exercise might slow the progression of Parkinson's disease?

Amy, one of our passionate Parkinson's physios, chatted to Loretta from PulseFM recently. It's an excellent and insightful discussion on why early intervention is important, how neuro physios assist to improve quality of life and the benefits of exercise in optimising wellbeing for people with Parkinson's.

Amy spoke beautifully and it's well worth a listen too - https://omny.fm/shows/loretta-s-front-page/lorettas-front-page-10-april-2024

It's finally time to share some BIG news... NPG are moving into a brand spanking, purpose-built, forever home!

We decided this building was "the one" over a year ago and now are only days from moving in. The new rehabilitation clinic will have all the fantastic equipment and facilities we already have, plus some excellent new additions...
- An overhead tracking hoist for gait and balance retraining
- 5 clinic rooms to smoothly run our vestibular and concussion service
- More space for our Optimise exercise groups, including their own tearoom
- Blood flow restriction device to get the most out of EP resistance training sessions
- Even better parking and access
- Technology and facilities to support education, team meetings and networking
- A huge upstairs space for staff, meaning very happy therapists when you visit

Keep your eyes peeled as once we've settled in we will be inviting you all in for a GRAND OPENING!

It's Parkinson's awareness month and we are going to use this as a chance to introduce some of our amazing Optimise Parkinson's members. First up... Mike!

Mike was diagnosed with Parkinson's 3 years ago and has been attending our Optimise Parkinson's group ever since. It mostly affects his day to day tasks at home, especially when trying to do two things at once. BUT, he always feels better after coming to the class, reports it has slowed the progression of his disease and that he "loves it," especially the social side of things.

How can you support Mike and our other Parkinson's clients? Come join us at A Walk in the Park early May, or if you can't be there donate at https://fightparkinsons.grassrootz.com/a-walk-in-the-park-geelong-2024/neurological-physiotherapy-geelong

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Another opportunity presents to come join the NPG team, this time as a junior physiotherapist!

This role is perfectly suited to an early career physio who shares our passion for neurological rehabilitation. The successful applicant will be well supported to learn all things neurological physiotherapy, both in house and through an impressive PD leave and allowance. Most importantly you will be nurtured by our experienced and dedicated team who love what we do, and doing so together as a team.

https://www.seek.com.au/job/74918675

Want to know more about NPG or this position? Not sure how the private career path differs to public? Or want to come in for a tour and chat before applying? Email [email protected] or phone 03 4207 0279.

Are you an experienced Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) looking for your next career move? Look no further...

An exciting opportunity exists for an AEP who shares our values and has advanced skills and knowledge in neurological +/- concussion rehabilitation to join NPG in a senior clinical role. In addition to a clinical caseload the position involves lots of amazing non-clinical opportunities, such as mentoring junior staff, service development, networking and building the newest aspect of NPG, our EP stream.

At NPG we guarantee a nurturing, fun and creative workplace and this new role will form an integral part of this. Come join the dream team!

https://www.seek.com.au/job/74760532?tracking=SHR-WEB-SharedJob-anz-1

Join us for the third and final of our free concussion webinar series as we delve into female concussion this Thursday 28th March 1-1.45pm.

We will explore;
- What's different about female concussion?
- How does the menstrual cycle influence concussion injuries?
- Are there different outcomes according to gender?
- How can we support females to make the best recovery possible?

Register via 2d0ef86b-7a6c-4600-bef9-cecd2dfa219d@2ba1ce43-2895-4838-bf53-aea07faaf794" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/2d0ef86b-7a6c-4600-bef9-cecd2dfa219d@2ba1ce43-2895-4838-bf53-aea07faaf794 For those who can't make it on the day, by registering you'll have free access to the recording.

Get ready for season 2024! Have you read the latest Australian Sport Commission (ASC) concussion guidelines?

They are hot off the press, and we're running three free lunchtime webinars in March to explain the new changes. Perfect for coaches, parents, teachers, trainers and healthcare professionals. The first two webinars will be similar, with one pitched at youth (under 19s) and the other at adults. For those with an interest in female concussion, our third webinar will explore this in more detail. Registration is essential, both to attend on the day or to access the recording afterwards.

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Thursday 7th March - 2024 concussion updates for youth (18 & under) fc9c7e14-1ef7-4817-a5fd-d29240fdeba7@2ba1ce43-2895-4838-bf53-aea07faaf794" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/fc9c7e14-1ef7-4817-a5fd-d29240fdeba7@2ba1ce43-2895-4838-bf53-aea07faaf794
Thursday 21st March - 2024 concussion updates - focus on females 2d0ef86b-7a6c-4600-bef9-cecd2dfa219d@2ba1ce43-2895-4838-bf53-aea07faaf794" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/2d0ef86b-7a6c-4600-bef9-cecd2dfa219d@2ba1ce43-2895-4838-bf53-aea07faaf794

At NPG, we prioritise new concussion clients and have no waitlist. We offer before and after-hours appointments. If you want to know more, give us a call on 4027 0279 or visit our website.

Keen to try out something new and free this Thursday? Head along to the Badminton Geelong All Abilities Come and Try Day!

The free fun-filled session will be held during the VICTOR Badminton Oceania Championships this Thursday February 15 from 1pm-2pm at Badminton Geelong. It’s dedicated to those who enjoy learning new sports and connecting with like-minded people. Everyone is welcome, whether you’re a beginner or rediscovering your passion for the sport... come down and pick up a racquet!

For more information or to register go to https://badmintongeelong.asn.au/ If you want to learn more about getting back into sport with a neurological condition, or what else is available in Geelong chat to our EP Brad, [email protected] or phone 03 4207 0279.

Are you a healthcare professional seeing people with dizziness that just won't go away?

Just like managing persistent pain, persistent dizziness requires a holistic approach. On Tuesday 13th Feb (7-8pm), our very own vestibular guru Brendan Cutts will be joined by Dr Chi-Chang (Lewis) Tang to summarise the latest in persistent dizziness. Lewis has just completed his fellowship at the Royal Eye and Ear Hospital, and Brendan has been working in the vestibular space for many years. Together, you are guaranteed a wealth of knowledge in just one hour! Registration is free at https://westvicphn.com.au/events-education/upcoming-events/vestibular-webinar-series-session-3-managing-persistent-dizziness-13-february/

At NPG we see people of all ages with dizziness, vertigo and balance issues. Check out www.neurophysiogeelong.com.au to learn more about what we do, or call 4207 0279 to make an appointment.

Don't fully understand what this Neuro Pilates for people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) stuff is all about?

You're in luck! Yesterday our Co-Director and neuro physio Zoe got to chat all things MS, exercise and Pilates with Loretta from Pulse FM. If you missed it, don't fret, the interview was recorded and can be accessed here: https://omny.fm/shows/loretta-s-front-page/lorettas-front-page-31-january-2024?t=41m45s

If you are interested in trying our free class for people with MS this Saturday, simply register at http://tinyurl.com/4chpws6z

Plans next Saturday morning? Come try our free neuro Pilates class for people with Multiple Sclerosis.

This class is perfect for those with Multiple Sclerosis who have always wanted to try Pilates but have never had the chance, may be finding it tricky to exercise, want to try something new and different, love Pilates and just can’t get enough or who want to meet others while exercising.

For all the event details or to register head to http://tinyurl.com/4chpws6z or if you are still not convinced read our blog "Neuro Pilates and MS - a perfect match?" https://www.neurophysiogeelong.com.au/blog/neuro-pilates-and-multiple-sclerosis-ms-a-perfect-match

Kicking off 2024 with goals to improve your health and wellbeing?

Join Zoe at the free Get Healthy Geelong Online Summit, where she joins over 20 other experts to reveal practical steps for a vibrant, happy and healthy life! Topics will cover the areas of fitness, nutrition, disability and mental health.

Don’t miss out, book your free ticket at https://gethealthygeelong.everheal.au