A dynamic allied health centre (NDIS registered provider) providing OT, Speech Pathology & Psychology
03/09/2025
The First Choice Team have celebrated twice in the last 5 days! 💃🎁🥘
Last Friday, the whole team got together at Seoul Kitchen for Korean Barbecue to farewell the wonderful Tina, after 8 years at First Choice Allied Health. Tina began back in the days of Foot Choice and has experienced the growth and change as the clinic became the First Choice it is today. We will miss Tina's million dollar smile and her energy buzzing around the clinic.
On Friday, Tina was presented with a goodie bag from the team, and then yesterday, which was Tina's final day, she presented the team with beautiful, individually-wrapped biscuits with the heartfelt message, "I will miss you all". We will miss you too, Tina. 💛❤️
30/08/2025
This week, we've celebrating Speech Pathology Week with a message about speech pathology for each and every day of the week. Today is the final message.
Day 7: Independence through communication
Speech pathologists build communication skills for lifelong independence.❤️💜
This week, we're celebrating Speech Pathology Week with a message about speech pathology for each and every day of the week.
Day 6: Wellbeing through communication
Speech pathologists support expression and emotional connection.
Ada is a bright and determined two-year-old living in Myrtleford, on Taungurung Country. With the guidance of her speech pathologist, Jessie, she’s discovering new ways to feed, swallow, and communicate.❤️💜
This week, we're celebrating Speech Pathology Week with a message about speech pathology for each and every day of the week.
Day 5: Opportunity through communication
Speech pathologists open doors to learning, work and community.
In regional WA, in Geraldton on Yamatji Country, speech pathologist Teagan is supporting 25-year-old Kira to build her independence through communication. For Kira, this means accessing TAFE, ordering a drink, and taking part in her community with confidence. Their story shows how speech pathology creates opportunities for participation, connection and growth. 💛💜
This week, we're celebrating Speech Pathology Week with a message about speech pathology for each and every day of the week.
Day 4: Empowerment through communication
Speech pathologists help people express their needs and make choices.
In the Adelaide Hills on Peramangk Country, speech pathologist Kate has supported Dan and his family for almost a decade. She has helped Daniel share his humour and personality with the world. 💙🧡
This week, we're celebrating Speech Pathology Week with a message about speech pathology for each and every day of the week.
Day 3: Inclusion through communication
Speech pathologists make communication accessible for everyone. They empower people to communicate in the way that works best for them. This might include:
👉 using their voice to speak
👉 accessing devices such as Augmentative and Alternative Communication aids and technology
👉 using unaided supports like Auslan and Key Word Sign
In Brisbane on Turrbal Country, Sienna is a vibrant teenager with cerebral palsy and a love for Taylor Swift. With the support of her speech pathologists, Jemma and Kirsty, she uses a communication device to share her ideas, express her humour, and connect with friends and family.💙💛
This week, we're celebrating Speech Pathology Week with a message about speech pathology for each and every day of the week.
Day 1: Connection through communication
Speech Pathologists work alongside individuals, families, and communities to achieve communication goals. Whether it is supporting a child with a developmental language delay, helping someone recover their speech after a stroke, or assisting someone to communicate in daily life, speech pathologists foster connections, understanding, and participation. ❤️💜
20/08/2025
We're excited to announce that we currently have availability for bulk-billed psychology sessions with a registered psychologist - and there is no gap payment required!
Our only requirements are that clients:
1) have a mental health care plan from their GP, and
2) be available to attend sessions between 11am and 2pm
We currently have shorter than usual waitlists for all three disciplines. If you've been considering therapy for yourself or a family member, now is a great time to get in contact.
EXCITING NEWS: We have availability in September 2025 to see one of our highly trained Occupational Therapists.
Our O.T. team can help your child to:
👉 Develop fine motor skills so they can grasp and release toys and develop good handwriting or computer skills
👉 Improve eye–hand coordination so they can play and do needed school skills such as copy from the whiteboard or hit a ball
👉 Master basic life skills such as bathing, getting dressed, brushing teeth, and self-feeding
👉 Learn positive behaviours and social skills by practicing how they manage frustration and anger
👉 Get special equipment to help build their independence such as wheelchairs, bathing equipment, and dressing aids
👉 And so much more...
For some autistic individuals, eye contact is not instinctive. In social interactions, it can contribute to sensory overwhelm, adding to what is already a heightened sensory experience. Such individuals might shift their gaze intermittently, make brief eye contact to acknowledge the person, but focus elsewhere to process the conversation better.
Other autistic individuals have reported being accused of making “too much” eye contact. In social situations – faced with the pressures of neurotypical expectations – it can be easier to lock eye contact and ‘set and forget’ in order to free up some cognitive bandwidth to listen to what is being said.
Interestingly, many autistic people find that eye contact is much easier to maintain in familiar, safe spaces, such as at home or with loved ones indicating that there is variability in eye contact.
At the end of the day, meaningful communication can take place with or without eye contact, so let's look at ways to support communication between all neurotypes.
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Whether your lifestyle is athletic or sedentary, foot pain is always undesirable. That’s why we are here to help you to rejuvenate you by eliminating all foot-related ailments.
We are one of the best podiatrists in your area. Equipped with the latest diagnostic tools and sports medicine supplies, our sprawling centre has dedicated facility for children, sportspersons and senior citizens. Our experienced and authorized staffs (podiatrists, orthotic and footwear technicians) are always ready to provide the best podiatric services at affordable cost.
We treat general podiatric conditions such as nails surgeries, corns, callous, plantar warts, ingrown nails, heel pain, ingrown toenails and fungal infections. We also treat chronic and acute foot, ankle, shin, knee, hip and lower back pain. We are expert in treating conditions. We provide high-quality podiatry foot care including life. Apart from children’s clumsiness, tripping, pigeon toe, out the toe, heel pain, knee pain, gait anomalies (unusual walking/running styles) and plantar fasciitis conditions. We provide high-quality podiatry foot care including video/computerize gait analysis, orthotics, podiatric assessments (both sports and general), footwear recommendation, and laboratory on site.
Apart from podiatric services, we also provide required advice regarding foot care.
We all offer several physiotherapy services which include – Acute Sports injury services, Balance & Proprioception, Biomechanical Analysis, BPPV – Vertigo Treatment, Core Exercises, Electrotherapy, Gait Analysis, Joint Mobilisation, Kinesiology Taping, Massage, Neurodynamics, Physiotherapy Instrument Mobilisation, Posture Correction, Real-Time Ultrasound, Resistance Band, Exercises, Soft Tissue Injury Care, Strength Exercises, Stretching Exercises, Swiss Ball Exercises, TENS Machine, Therapeutic Ultrasound, Vestibular Physio.
Further, we are experts in massage services like Remedial Massage, Reflexology, Indian Head Massage and Acupuncture services. Please find more details in corresponding sections.
Most foot problems are treatable.
Be assured.
Your feet are in good hands.
By our premium services, we reduce your discomfort before it compromises your quality of life. Apart from podiatric services, we also provide required advice regarding foot care.
WHY CHOOSE US
Team of experienced podiatrists, physiotherapist, massage therapists, and acupuncturist.
Fare and transparent pricing
Ultra modern facility with all requisite tools
Dedicated facilities for sportspersons, children and senior citizens/VTA
