Hawthorn Physiotherapy Clinic

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Mon May 27th, 6pm
Thu May 30th, 9.30am
Fri May 31st, 11.30am
Sat June 1st, 10.30am
Mon June 3rd, 5.30pm

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For more details, please call 0425707489.

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February Newsletter is here and a goodbye from me (Katie), it's been a pleasure...

My final email to you 😔 (February NEWSLETTER) Michelle Rhodes started with us a few weeks ago and will be taking over the amazing Katie as Practice Manager for HPC. While she has big shoes to fill, we think she’ll be up to the task. Prior to HPC Michelle could be in the Automotive and Corporate B2B world. Currently living in the CBD, when sh...

Welcome Gillian! Our search is over for a remedial therapist at HPC. Gillian will be starting with us Friday next week so if you are needing a good remedial massage, give us a call on 98192827 to book in. To begin with, she will be working
Wednesdays- 2.30pm to 5.30pm
and
Fridays 9am to 1pm
at our clinic, 1 Launder Street, Hawthorn. 98192827

Here's a little bio on her now:
Gillian specialises in remedial techniques including deep tissue massage, Sports massage, Cupping and Trigger Point Therapy’s including a ‘good stretch’ during her treatments.

Having worked in a clinical and sports setting Gillian has experience treating chronic pain, postural dysfunctions, along with acute and overuse sporting injuries.
Gillian's aim is to eliminate pain or tension that is restricting the body.,

As a Sports Therapist Gillian has worked at Elite levels for Professionals athletes, including Melbourne Storm (NRL) and Melbourne Rebels (Union).

Gillian continues to work as a Pilates teacher across all mediums including Studio Rehabilitation, Group reformer and mat Pilates classes, more recently combining strength conditioning to her skill base.
She is consistently growing her knowledge in Pilates and Massage rehabilitation.

Gillian is an avid hiker & rider and enjoys getting into the great outdoors on weekends to unwind.

January Newsletter is out! Do your kids need orthotics or a physio treatment before school goes back? Meet Henry our newest physio, Paula is running her CPR training, remedial massage therapy at HPC soon plus an amusing example of objective vs subjective reality......

January NEWSLETTER: lots going on at HPC! Henry graduated from the University of Central Lancashire, UK with a Bachelor of Science Honors Degree. He worked in the National Health Service in the UK, completing rotations in Musculoskeletal Outpatients, Orthopaedic Acute and Elective, Neurology Inpatients and Community, Intermediate Care and ...

What is Vestibular Physiotherapy?

Our new Physiotherapist Chris Pretlove explains:

An important structure called the vestibular apparatus lives inside of our inner ear. This structure sends signals to the brain about where our head is in space. The signals are sent to the brain when the fluid inside of the vestibular apparatus is moved which occurs with head movement. This helps us maintain our balance and coordinated head-eye movement. Unfortunately, little crystals that live inside of this structure can become dislodged and stuck in other places inside of the vestibular apparatus. This can cause a sensation called vertigo which is the sensation that the world is spinning/moving around you or vice versa. These symptoms are triggered by certain head movements (i.e., looking up/down, standing up or looking side to side). This condition is called benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) and is the number one cause of vertigo across the globe. This condition mostly affects individuals who are 50 years+ and increases in likelihood as we age. There are many other risk factors that increase the likelihood of developing BPPV, but the cause is still largely unknown. Luckily, this condition can be treated with certain manoeuvres performed by physiotherapists and with relatively great success.

Physiotherapists can also treat vertigo and balance problems associated with vestibular neuronitis, vestibular labyrinthitis, third-window syndromes (i.e., perilymph fistula), Meniere’s disease or recent ontological surgery.

Please feel free to call our clinic on 03 9819 2827 to book an appointment with Chris Pretlove if you are experiencing vertigo and/or balance problems!

Or book now from our website:

https://hawthornphysio.com.au/book-appointment/

PLEASE NOTE: If you’re experiencing vertigo with any of these additional symptoms, please visit your local hospital emergency department or call 000
- Intense persistent worsening vertigo not related to changes in head position
- Weakness and sensation loss to one side of your body - Facial dropping
- Severe headache
- Changes in speech and/or ability to swallow
- Double vision or any visual changes
- Sudden inability to walk
- Sudden partial loss of hearing

Here is our November newsletter!

November NEWSLETTER

The 5 Step Plan to Fixing Your Lower Back Pain- an article by Dr Leon Mao

Lower back pain is one of the most common reasons people come to Hawthorn Physiotherapy. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, up to 90% of Australians experience lower back pain at some point.

Back pain can range from being a nuisance to debilitating. It can hinder you from exercising, attending social events or even your essential daily tasks.

Early treatment of lower back pain is crucial to prevent it from reaching these stages. Fortunately, most back conditions are manageable with standard therapies. If you have any issues with your back, it’s essential to get it checked out by one of our friendly physiotherapists.

Step 1. Knowing When to Get An Assessment

Lower back pain is widespread. Sometimes, episodes may only last a couple of days before resolving. Other times, you may need extra help.

Knowing when to get an assessment can be challenging to judge. However, suppose you’re experiencing any of these issues. In that case, it could be a sign to get it checked out by your physiotherapist.

If the pain has lasted more than 48-72 hours
If you cannot bend forward or stand up straight
If there has been a clear injury (e.g. bending forward, picking up a heavy object, etc.)
There is pain or discomfort that is shooting down the bottom and leg(s)
You are avoiding certain activities because of your symptoms (e.g. avoiding social activities, playing sports, etc.)
The pain is getting worse

Getting an early assessment is crucial for receiving an appropriate management plan and preventing symptoms from worsening.

Step 2. Getting An Assessment

So, now you’ve booked in for an initial assessment at Hawthorn Physiotherapy, what now? Once you’ve arrived at the clinic, you will be taken into one of our consultation rooms with a physiotherapist.

Our physios will start by introducing themselves and how the session will run. In the beginning, your therapist will start by asking you relevant questions, such as your location of lower back pain and what aggravates it.

Next, your physiotherapist will perform a physical assessment, which could include the following:

Looking at your lumbar spine (lower back movement)
Assessing specific movements related to your back (e.g. squat, sit up, etc.)
Examining other relevant joints, such as the hip or thoracic spine (i.e. ribcage region)
A palpatory assessment where the therapist uses their hands or fingers to assess your lower back

In some circumstances, your physiotherapist may recommend further testing, such as imaging and/or a second opinion.

Step 3. Getting A Treatment Plan

After an assessment, your physiotherapist will provide a treatment plan based on their findings. A treatment plan will vary depending on your symptoms, fitness level and the presence of any obvious diagnosis. Examples of treatments that your physio may suggest include:

Rehabilitation and exercise therapy
Education about the best practices and lifestyle strategies for managing your pain
Using any assistive devices
Attending clinical pilates
Hands-on therapy (e.g. soft tissue massage, mobilisation, manipulation, etc.)
Electrotherapy (e.g. TENS, interferential, etc.)
Dry needling

Not all your physiotherapy sessions will involve the same treatments beforehand. Your physiotherapist will make amendments to your treatment plan depending on your progress.

Although your physiotherapist will play a pivotal role in your recovery, you will also be responsible for actioning the treatment plan. We often find that patients that follow the recommendations and regularly perform the exercises get the best outcome.

4. Being Monitor and Guided by Your Physiotherapist

There may be a period when your physiotherapist will follow up with you to ensure you’re on track. Your physiotherapist will monitor your progress and decide whether the treatment plan needs to be updated (e.g. progressing your exercises, any changes in how you approach your daily habits, etc.). Touching base with your physiotherapist is essential to ensure that any progress continues until you’ve reached your lower back goals.

5. Long-Term Success

At the end of your journey, your physiotherapist may recommend touching base very infrequently or discharging once they are confident that you have reached your goals.

Once your back pain has improved, you must continue to follow through with your treatment plan. Preventing future episodes of lower back pain should become the next priority. Whilst our physios at Hawthorn Physiotherapy enjoy working with their patients; they would prefer that you are not in pain.

You need to continue the exercises, recommendations and treatments that helped you get out of the pain in the first place.

Conclusion

Lower back pain is one of the most common reasons patients attend Hawthorn Physio. All our therapists will adhere to a similar plan outlined in this article. There is often no single approach to correcting back pain. However, having a structured approach to assessing, treating and monitoring your back will be the stepping stone to reaching your goals. If you need help fixing your back pain, please book with one of our physiotherapists today at

https://hawthornphysio.com.au/book-appointment/

or call 03 98192827

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Here's our October newsletter with a great article on plantar fascitis inside.....

October NEWSLETTER

Sadly, the time has come that our wonderful head receptionist, Tara, is moving on. If you've been to HPC in the last 3 years you have most certainly met her or spoken with her on the phone. Be sure to wish her well if you're coming in over the next few weeks. Tara thank you for all of your hard work & dedication. You will be missed & we wish you well for what's next!

We are currently advertising this position on Seek. If you or someone you know would be well suited to the role, contact me (Katie) on [email protected] to organise a chat. Check out the job description here:
https://www.seek.com.au/job/58675256

Opening Hours Next Week
Jetsetting Physios
Hamstring Injury Article by Leon Mao
HPC clinic space for rent
School holidays- do your kids need a treatment?
Katie's wellbeing corner: Psychoneuroimmunology....wait, what?

September NEWSLETTER It is now widely accepted that our mental state influences our body. For some time, conditions such as high blood pressure or cancer have been linked to emotional states. Nowadays, many scientists go further and postulate that all medical conditions might be either created, exacerbated or helped by....

IN THIS MONTH'S NEWSLETTER:
🤰Women's Health & Pre/Post Natal
🏃Pilates Reassessments
💙Positive Psychology Techniques
🧡HPC CLINIC SPACE FOR RENT

August NEWSLETTER Are underway! If you have been in a class for over 6 months now and haven't booked your reassessment, give Tara a call to discuss, 98192827 And a big thank you to everyone in classes bringing their own towels, you're making a big difference!

As of 1st August, all people must bring their own hand towel from home to group exercise classes. Should you forget your towel, we will have some for sale for $10, and the fee will be added to your account. This is an ongoing Covid safety measure.
As mentioned previously, this also helps us greatly reduce the environmental impact of using our washer & dryer at the clinic (not to mention the noise some of you have to cope with when the dryer is on!).
We will add a reminder with the texts we send out when confirming your booking. Thanks for helping us do our part.

Check out our February Newsletter! - https://mailchi.mp/1755fbc60f28/february-newsletter

Hawthorn Physio will be closed on the 2nd of November, but will still be open on Monday! Please make sure to cancel your appointment if you plan on going away (or preparing yourself for the races 🍹🍸)

With the current lockdown restrictions finishing tonight, we are now able to increase group classes with the density requirements of 1 person per 4 metres! Give us a call to avoid missing out 😅

Hawthorn Physiotherapy believes in a holistic approach to health. Our physiotherapists do a wonderful job maintaining everyone's physical wellbeing. And now, brought to you by HPC, is an opportunity to look after your mental wellbeing too 😄 On Thursday 26th at 8pm Katie will be holding a zoom session on techniques to cope with stress and anxiety. For more information call or email us, or follow the eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/167587692299

To continue to stay COVID safe at Hawthorn Physio, we ask if you could please bring in your own towels to pilates classes!
Masks no longer need to be worn during classes, however you must still wear a mask into the clinic 😷

Hawthorn Physio remains open during the 7-day lockdown, if you have an appointment please remember to wear your masks and socially distance when appropriate 😷 Clinical group exercise classes will be reduced to 3 people to help with socially distancing.

We hope everyone has a safe and happy long weekend, spent with the people you love and filled with lots of chocolate!
We'll see you next week xx

Meet Chermaine 👋
Our newest pilates extraordinaire, here are some quick facts to get to know her better!

Favourite food: Apples, mandarins and Kit-Kats 🍫
Favourite movie/tv show: Bojack Horseman, or anything horror 😱
Strange talent? I can probably guess your star sign correctly after initially getting to know you 🔮
What is the nerdiest thing you do in your spare time? Listening to true crime podcasts 🔪
What are your interests outside of work? Hiking, gym, yoga, and playing the piano 🧘

Chermaine will be working Tuesday's and Saturday's at the clinic 😊