The Physio Centre

22/07/2025

# # # THE PHYSIO CENTRE WELCOMES STUDENT MARCO # # #
We offer a warm welcome to Marco, a 4th and final year physiotherapy student finishing his studies from Monash University. Marco is with us for a 5 week placement. Please make him welcome when you are next in for a visit.

23/05/2025

# # # THE PHYSIO CENTRE WELCOMES LOCUM PHYSIOTHERAPIST PIERRE # # #
We wish to provide a warm welcome to Pierre whom will be covering for Drew in his absence from June 2nd - June 18th, 2025. Pierre joins us with extensive experience in private practice physiotherapy with 10+ years of hands on experience. His hours during his period of coverage are:
• Monday June 2nd – 9am – 6pm
• Wednesday June 4th – 10am – 7pm
• Friday June 6th – 8am – 1pm
• Tuesday June 10th – 9am – 6pm
• Wednesday June 11th – 10am – 7pm
• Friday June 13th – 8am – 1pm
• Monday June 16th – 9am – 6pm
• Wednesday June 18th – 10am – 7pm
We look forward to you welcoming Pierre whom can assist with all of your needs prior to Drew's return on Monday June 23rd 2025. To make an appointment please contact us on 03 876888111 or book online via https://www.physiocentre.com.au

15/04/2025

# # # GROWING PAINS IN ADOLESCENTS # # #
For any parent with active children through their teens, from time-to-time they present with lower limb pains which may represent "growing pains". But what really are "growing pains" and how best do we manage them? To find out more........

April 2025 Physiotherapy for Managing Growing Pains in Australian Pre-Teens Has your child ever complained of sore shins or Growing pains are a common complaint

04/03/2025

# # # WHAT ARE SUPERSHOES AND HOW HAVE THEY CONTRIBUTED TO IMPROVED PERFORMANCE? # # #
Has anyone noticed the increased media exposure highlighting improved running times, especially in long distance running? Alex Hutchison explains what the science tells us, and why we can expect to see more Worl records obliterated over the time. For more info.........

Scientists consider the latest spikes, individual variability, and the pros and cons of training in racing shoes

18/02/2025

# # # DID YOU KNOW THAT 10,000 STEPS PER DAY IS NO LONGER THE GOLD STANDARD? # # #
The World Health Organization (WHO) in June of 2020 revised there guidelines around physical activity. Gone is the requirement for step counting, with a key point being "any amount of physical activity is better than none, and more is better". They don't stop there though. To learn more read on.....

World Health Organization. (‎2020)‎. WHO guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour: at a glance. World Health Organization.

04/02/2025

# # DYSMORPHIA IN TENNAGE BOYS; ARE YOUR KIDS AT RISK # # #
With the explosion of social media placing hidden expectations on teenage and young men, a very dangerous trend i occurring. Yes it is not new, but "the dangers - physical and mental - are real". For more info read on.....

Thanks to social media saturation and crafty supplement marketing, young boys are pushing weights and chugging shakes to get strong. The dangers—physical and mental—are real.

15/12/2024

# # # CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR TRADING HOURS # # #
Monday December 23rd 9am - 7pm
Tuesday December 24th 8am - 1pm
Christmas Day Closed
Boxing Day Closed
Friday December 27th Closed
Monday December 30th 9am - 7pm
Tuesday December 31st 8am - 1pm
New Years Day Closed
Thursday January 2nd Normal Hours

We would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a safe and happy Christmas and a wonderful New Year.

27/10/2024

# # # HOLIDAY CLOSURE # # #
Please be advised The Physio Centre will be closed for personal leave from Monday November 4th - Friday November 8th, resuming normal trading hours on Monday November 11th.
Online bookings can be made for our return via our website at

Physiotherapy Physiotherapy uses a variety of techniques to help your muscles and joints work to their full potential. It can help repair... Read More

08/08/2024

# # # AUGUST IS TRADIES NATIONAL HEALTH MONTH # # #
Again in August we turn our attention to our all important tradies, who m play such a vital role in so many industries. Some of recent survey results makes hard reading in term of this cohort of workers, many of whom may be close to our hearts. For more information read on......

Australian Physiotherapy Association is the peak body representing the interests of 30,000+ physiotherapists & their patients. See PD, resources & advocacy.

25/06/2024

# # # NEW EVIDENCE AROUND CONCUSSION AND PHYSIOTHERAPIST'S ROLE IN MANAGING # # #
As concussion exposure continues to increase in the media what do we really know? Here is a compelling article on an important topic that affects both past, present and future athletes.

Dr David Munro of the APA Sports and Exercise national group presents five discussion points about the aetiology, prevention and management of sports-related concussion.

20/06/2024

# # # HEAT BAGS: 20% OFF UNTIL 20 DEG # # #
Anyone notice it has been a bit chilly? Well we are taking matters into our own hands and providing 20% off our famous heat bags until the mercury hits 20 deg Celsius again. Reusable hundreds of times, it can warm an otherwise chilly day

14/06/2024

# # # WELCOME TO OUR NEW RECPETIONIST MACKENZIE # # #
We would like to welcome Mackenzie to The Physio Centre. Mackenzie will be helping out on Monday's and Thursday's at front desk whilst balancing a busy life with her studies. Please make her most welcome when you get the opportunity to speak with her