Services
Sports Medicine
Our doctors are either Sports Physicians or Sports Medicine registrars. The physicians have completed their additional post graduate qualifications and the registrars are in the process of doing so. Sports Medicine physicians specialise in musculo-skeletal injuries and sports medicine. They are highly skilled in the diagnosis, prognosis, and the coordination and management of treatment of injuries, whether they are from sport, or day to day activities. For further information please see our practitioner profiles.
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic surgeons require a referral from a Doctor. For further information please speak to one of our receptionists. Our consulting surgeons specialise in knee, foot and ankle, and upper limb surgery, for further information please see our practitioner profiles.
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapists have expertise in the diagnosis, management and rehabilitation of musculo-skeletal injuries. They specialise in an exercise orientated, active rehabilitation approach and also in the development of preventive programs for sports injuries. Most of the physiotherapists currently working at Alphington Sports Medicine Clinic have post graduate qualifications and are involved in the care of elite athletes in a variety of sports. Most have also attained the Sports Physiotherapy title bestowed on physiotherapists recognised to have specialist sports medicine knowledge and skills. Our expertise in managing musculoskeletal injuries extends to the workplace, and our physiotherapists have associations with businesses, such as Amcor (Thomastown and Laverton North), where they consult onsite to assess, manage and prevent work related injuries. If you would like us to consult at your work, please contact us for further information.
Clinical Pilates
The main focus of Clinical Pilates is developing "core" or trunk/pelvic stability. Improving core stability has a role in injury management, injury prevention and dealing with chronic pain. Our Clinical Pilates is taught by qualified physiotherapists. Before you can join our classes, you are required to attend an hour one-on-one assessment with one of our clinical pilates physiotherapists. During this session the physiotherapist will assess you, with the help of real-time ultrasound (see below), in order for a program to be made that is specifically tailored for your needs. Before you begin attending classes you will need another half hour one-on-one session so that you can be taken through your program and so that the physiotherapist can make any necessary adjustments. The classes are supervised by our Clinical Pilates physiotherapists and are either 30 minutes or 60 minutes in duration. The classes are kept small, with a maximum of four participants in each class. The physiotherapist will provide you with feedback about your exercises, so that you are getting the most out of your program every time you attend.
For pilates class times and further information
The fees for the Clinical Pilates one-on-one sessions and classes may attract a rebate from your Private Health Insurer. As every health fund (and the level of cover you have) is different, we are unable to tell you how much of a rebate you will receive. Please contact your insurer for this information. Please see the above information sheet for consultation and class fees.
Real-Time Ultrasound
Real-time ultrasound is used by our physiotherapists to assess how your deep abdominal and pelvic floor muscle groups are functioning. These muscle groups are important for stabilising the "core" or trunk. Dysfunction of these muscle groups can occur following back pain and childbirth. Feedback about the muscle contractions are used as part of a re-training and rehabilitation programs for your core muscle groups.
Podiatry
Our podiatrists specialise in the diagnosis and management of foot disorders and injuries associated with foot and ankle function. A large volume of the work is the assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries, as well as orthotic management.
Our podiatrists can assess and treat foot and ankle injuries and disorders, and provide treatment for skin and nail conditions such as blisters, calluses and ingrown toenails, particularly for patients with Diabetes. They can also provide footwear assessments and prescribe foot orthoses for lower limb realignment.
Our podiatrists have particular interest in the treatment of lower limb, foot and ankle injuries including:
- Shin pain
- Knee pain
- Stress fractures
- Heel pain
- Achilles tendon injury
Massage
Massage therapy can be used in the treatment of many sports injuries. It also has a role in managing pain and stiffness associated with general living, such as sitting at computers, gardening or other physical pursuits/work.
We have remedial and myotherapy massage and lymphatic drainage therapy available. Please see the practitioner profiles for further information.
Psychology
Our psychologist, Emma Hall, can assist clients with: all aspects of performance enhancement, setting and achieving inspirational goals, getting and staying motivated, exercise as a method of stress management and wellbeing, relaxation techniques to deal with stress and anxiety, weight management strategies, exercise adherence - overcoming barriers, disease prevention, behavioural changes (e.g. quitting smoking, starting exercise), injury prevention, rehabilitation and management and general counseling including depression and anxiety management and personal development. For more information please see our practitioner profiles.
Dietetics
A dietitian has the knowledge and ability to look at an individual's dietary intake and energy expenditure and alter what they are doing to maximise their nutrient profile in order to address, and minimise, any health concerns, control weight or address performance. This individually tailored service can be suitable for everyday functioning to elite performance athletes.
Occupational Therapy
This service caters for hand and finger injuries, and treatment includes exercise programs and appropriate splints for return to work and sport. For more information please see our practitioner profiles.
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