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In line with the State Government’s most recent announcement on the easing of COVID restrictions, the following changes will come into effect at our Clinic from tomorrow morning (Wednesday 28 July):

• Routine, in additional to essential care, appointments will be available for all our services.
• Massage services will resume.
• Group Exercise Classes will recommence*.

APA titled Sports Physiotherapist and Alphington Sports Medicine's Managing Director, Dr Gaylene McKay, is currently in Tokyo for the Olympics.

As Lead Physiotherapist for the Opals (Australia’s Women’s Basketball Team) she’ll be doing her best to ensure all players are at peak fitness for each game.

Thankfully she’s also doing a great job of taking photos to give those of us back in Australia an insight into what it’s like over there, for our athletes and support crew.

#GoOpals!

UPDATED 20/7/2021: As a result of the Victorian Government's announcement of an additional 7 days being added to the lockdown.

The current restrictions we have in place (as outlined below) will remain until COB Thursday 27 July, unless Government guidelines change.

Masks are still required on our premises by all, unless exempt, and we remain open to provide essential care.

In accordance with the Victorian Government’s most recent announcement on the easing of COVID restrictions, our Group Exercise Classes will recommence from tomorrow morning (Friday 18 June).

As our classes have a maximum of 5 participants, physical distancing requirements can be easily adhered to. In addition, there are strict protocols in place that all participants must follow and will include the need for all equipment to be sanitized after use.

In line with the State Government’s most recent announcement on the easing of COVID restrictions, the following changes will come into effect at our Clinic from tomorrow morning (Friday 11 June):

UPDATED 2/6/2021: As a result of the Victorian Government's announcement of an additional 7 days being added to the lockdown.

The current restrictions we have in place (as outlined below) will remain until COB Thursday 10 June, unless Government guidelines change.

Masks are still required on our premises by all, unless exempt, and we remain open to provide essential care.

Healthy “Lower” Carb Pasta
 

DON’T CUT CARBS!

It’s not fun and it NEVER lasts. Rather than thinking about what you need to eliminate from your diet, think about what you can INCLUDE.

Increasing fruit and veg intake is associated with a number of positive health outcomes include weight loss, enhanced immunity, and improved mental state.

Love pasta?

In accordance with the Victorian Government's most recent announcement on the return to mandatory mask wearing in all indoor settings – As of 6pm tonight, Tuesday 25 May, all patients are required to wear a mask when on our premises. This includes when in Exercise Classes, and when social distancing can be adhered to (unless you have an exemption).

In line with the recent easing of COVID restrictions by the Victorian Government, it is no longer mandatory for patients to wear a mask on our premises. But we do still encourage their use when physical distancing is not possible (e.g. during consultations).

Veggie Tacos With Cheesy Corn And Spiced Cauliflower

Add this one to your meatless Monday collection. Ingredients can be prepared ahead of time so all you need to do is build your taco to your heart’s desire and enjoy!

Serves 3-4

INGREDIENTS

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In line with the State Government’s latest announcement, all services at Alphington Sports Medicine Exercise + Rehabilitation will resume tomorrow, Thursday 18 February, including our Group Exercise Classes.

So, it’s back to business as (COVID) normal with masks required on premises**.

Alphington Sports Medicine Clinic's Managing Director Dr Gaylene McKay is no stranger to the rigorous demands of professional basketball – she played over 300 games in the WNBL and has been a team Physiotherapist since the early 1990’s when she retired.

She returned from the WNBL hub late last year and we had a quick chat about her time in Queensland with the Melbourne Boomers.

It was obviously a unique (and unprecedented) set up for the WNBL season – what impact did hub life have on the players, club staff, and yourself?

In line with the State Government’s announcement of a 5-day lockdown and return to Stage 4 restrictions, the following changes have been put in place at Alphington Sports Medicine Exercise + Rehabilitation.

All our services are now conveniently located under one roof in our newly renovated building at 339 Heidelberg Road, Northcote.

The extended and rejuvenated building includes: 13 physio consulting booths, 5 medical consulting rooms, a large integrated exercise area, lift access to upstairs, increased parking, and much more.

We’ve appreciated your patience and understanding throughout the process and we hope you enjoy the larger and more modern facilities.