Geelong Physical Therapy Centre

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If you've ever experienced a health care service in which you've been prescribed a treatment plan involving multiple treatment sessions per week for weeks on end then you are probably a victim of having your pain commodotised. If you've ever recieved treatment in a health care clinic where you are getting the same treatment as everyone else then you are the victim of having your pain commodotised....

The Commodification of Pain: How Allied Health Clinics Prioritize Profit Over Patients If you've ever experienced a health care service in which you've been prescribed a treatment plan involving multiple treatment sessions per week for weeks on end then you are probably a victim of having your pain commodotised. If you've ever recieved treatment in a health care clinic where you are g...

Gotta love special delivered from generous, talented patients! These won’t last ‘til the end of the day 🤫
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Congratulations to all of our patients who participated across all of the events! Some tough conditions to battle through! Enjoy the recovery time 💪

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In the realm of allied health, practitioners often find themselves navigating a complex landscape of symptoms, conditions, and patient needs. From physiotherapists to occupational therapists, their expertise lies not only in their hands-on skills but also in their ability to make informed decisions about treatment plans. However, despite years of training and experience, there's an inherent challenge: much of the process relies on…...

Revolutionizing Allied Health: The Power of Objective Testing in Treatment Planning In the realm of allied health, practitioners often find themselves navigating a complex landscape of symptoms, conditions, and patient needs. From physiotherapists to occupational therapists, their expertise lies not only in their hands-on skills but also in their ability to make informed decisions....

If you're a runner, chances are you know the feeling of hobbling home looking like Quasimodo after straining a hamstring or pulling a calf muscle! In fact, 70% of runners suffer from an injury at some point in their lives. If you're having any trouble with recurring running injuries, come see Matt, our resident running enthusiast. He'll be happy to help you get back on your feet!

With our experience in personal training and exercise science, combined with our "modern hybrid approach to healthcare" we place a great emphasis on the development of our bodies capacity and strength.
This increase in strength allows us to create a 'buffering zone' to help build resilience to painful situations. This also decreases the likelihood of re-injury.

If injury reoccurrence is an issue you're familiar with, reach out and we will be happy to tell you more about how we can help.

Here's what ChatGPT had to say when I asked it to describe "the future of physical therapy": "The future of physical therapy looks promising, with several trends and advancements shaping the field: Technology Integration: Physical therapy is increasingly integrating technology into practice. This includes wearable devices, virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and telehealth platforms. These technologies enhance assessment, treatment, and patient engagement, allowing therapists to deliver more personalized care and track progress remotely....

I asked Chat GPT to describe "the future of physical therapy". Are we really as cutting edge as we think we are? Here's what ChatGPT had to say when I asked it to describe "the future of physical therapy": "The future of physical therapy looks promising, with several trends and advancements shaping the field: Overall, the future of physical therapy is characterized by innovation, collaboration, and a holistic....

We often say we take a "modern, hybrid approach to health care". But what does that really mean?

We blend a traditional, evidence informed health care model with a personal training style of health care. We are all trained in strength and conditioning principles and have invested a lot of time and effort into figuring out how to help our patients cross the gap that exists between where most treatment plans end and where most exercise programs begin. The blending of these styles means that we can seemlessly move from the treatment room to the gym floor in the same session and help you develop your physical health under our watchful eye and careful planning.

It also means that for those who wish to go beyond the standard rehab targets and shoot for more strength, fitness and health that we can work with them, one on one. We have patients who have been with us for 8+ years where the majority of their time spent with us has been on the gym floor, not in the treatment room. But because of our hybrid approach, we can jump back in the room if a new ache or pain has arisen.

We've been doing this for over 10 years and we're still working to be better, more effective and more valuable to you, our patients.

If you're interested in grabbing one of the very limited spots we have available for these sessions, or you would like to know more, then please feel free to DM, email or message us!

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Geelong Physical Therapy Centre recognises our veterans and those who sacrificed on this ANZAC Day, both at home and abroad. Lest We Forget 💐🙏

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Just a quick reminder that we'll be closed on Thursday, April 25th for Anzac Day. Carey has opened up some extra availability on Friday for anyone who was still hoping to try and get in for an appointment this week :) Otherwise, let's hope for some nice weather and enjoy the day off!

Helping our community heal and stay healthy for nearly 15 years!! 🏥🙌

The Geelong Physical Therapy Centre and it's previous iteration (Bay City Spinal and Sports) has been a pillar of support for Geelong residents looking to improve their health and wellbeing through it's hybrid allied health/personal training model for over 14 years now. WOW!! We're continually striving to provide worldclass and services to help our community overcome injuries, chronic pain and movement limitations so they can return to doing the things they love. Stumbling, learning and creating a facility and a team that can unite the science of healing with the art of helping is an ongoing and immensely rewarding journey. And we all feel like we are still only scratching the surface of what we can achieve!
If you or someone close to you could benefit from a fresh approach to pain and injury management, don't wait any longer. Get in touch today and let our compassionate team help you achieve your and goals.

Rubbing a sore or injured area is a common way to alleviate pain. But how does it work and should you pay someone to rub your boo-boo's?

There are a few different ways that rubbing a sore spot can help reduce pain. One way it helps is that it stimulates nerves that then cause the release of feel good hormones that helps to reduce your pain experience. Another mechanism is that it creates a bit of warmth which changes how the nerves in that area are working, making it harder for them to send their signal. A third mechanism is that we have little sensors that respond specifically to human contact. When triggered, these cause the release of another feel good hormone called oxytocin (otherwise known as the 'love hormone' or 'cuddle chemical').

Rubbing may also help to relax muscles that are tense or contracted, which can also help to reduce pain.

In general, rubbing is a safe and effective way to relieve pain, but do you need to pay someone to rub the painful area?? If pain relief is your only goal and you're unable to get relief on your own then a massage or manual therapy may be helpful. But if your goals are to address the reason why you have pain and to figure out how to prevent it from coming back then you're going to need someone who knows how to do that.

Thankfully, that's what we're the best at!! 😉

The terms 'mobility' and 'activation' exercises get bandied about a fair bit in all corners of the health and fitness world. And their meaning vs their intention vs the outcomes we can get from these types of exercises can change a lot depending on who you're talking to or getting information from; so let's get clear on what these two terms mean first and then build from there....

How to add Mobility and Activation exercises into your workout The terms 'mobility' and 'activation' exercises get bandied about a fair bit in all corners of the health and fitness world. And their meaning vs their intention vs the outcomes we can get from these types of exercises can change a lot depending on who you're talking to or getting information from;....

This conversation come up whilst I was taking a patient of mine through a strength based rehab session. They have fully recovered from a lumbar disc injury, a neck and shoulder injury as well as post operative recovery following surgery for bowel cancer. We were high-fiving because he had got through a couple of crazy days of physical work at a vineyard and had no hints of back pain or shoulder issues at all and was feeling great despite the strain and effort he put himself through....

Beyond pain relief, what's the point of rehab? This conversation come up whilst I was taking a patient of mine through a strength based rehab session. They have fully recovered from a lumbar disc injury, a neck and shoulder injury as well as post operative recovery following surgery for bowel cancer. We were high-fiving because he had got throug...

Give a big 👏👏👏 for the newest superstar to join the GPTC crew!!

Meet our new, bloody legend of an Osteopath, James 🎉 🎊

James’ passion and work ethic is second to none and his willingness to go above and beyond to help you get the best possible outcome means that your well-being is in very good hands!!

James is available for appointments on Monday’s, Wednesday’s and Thursday’s as well as Saturday mornings by request.

Book online to grab a special intro offer of only $59 for your initial appointment 😱

Show your love with some 👏👏👏 in the comments as we welcome Mia to the GPTC team!!

Mia has actually been with us for over a month now and has dived straight into things, showing us all just how awesome she is!

Having competed in calisthenics since the age of 3 as well as dabbling in soccer, netball, gymnastics and even ice hockey, she brings a wealth of new skills and passion to GPTC.

Mia (.myotherapy), we’re lucky to have you in the clinic!

We’ve had quite the influx of new people through the doors this week at Geelong Physical Therapy] and while we love to see those numbers rising, we also maintain that with us you are not just a number. We really value our point of difference in the industry. At Geelong Physical Therapy] your treatment isn’t just ‘routine care’. Your goals, lifestyle and values are important to us. We want to work with you to get long lasting results.
Limited appointments available with .geelongphysicaltherapy on Thursday and there are also openings with today and Wednesday. Bookings via link in bio. ✨