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Monday 9am - 5:30pm Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm Thursday 9am - 5:30pm Friday 9am - 5:30pm Saturday 9am - 3:30pm

http://www.paediatricphysiotherapycentre.com/

Paediatric Physiotherapy Centre, 300 Ascot Vale Road, Moonee Ponds (2026)

11/03/2026

Vibration Plates in Paediatric Physiotherapy. What Are the Benefits?

You may have seen the vibration plate in our clinic and wondered what it actually does. In paediatric physiotherapy, vibration therapy can be a very effective tool when used appropriately and under professional supervision.
A vibration plate delivers gentle, controlled vibrations through the feet or hands. These small movements stimulate muscles to contract reflexively and repeatedly, helping to “wake up” muscles and improve how they respond during therapy.
When clinically indicated, vibration therapy may help improve muscle activation and therefore improve strength, increase weight-bearing tolerance, support postural control, enhance bone density in children with limited mobility, improve circulation, and build body awareness. For some children with neurological conditions, it can also help muscles become more responsive before practising functional tasks.
We consider using the vibration plate when a child has difficulty activating certain muscle groups, needs support with standing tolerance, has reduced weight-bearing experience, or fatigues quickly with traditional strengthening exercises. It is always part of a broader therapy program.
When used strategically, vibration therapy can create a valuable window of opportunity where muscles are more responsive allowing children to practise standing, balance and stepping more effectively and build greater independence.

11/03/2026

Surf’s Up and Running for end of March.
Call us NOW to book your child in for Surf Academy at Urbn Surf.
Child needs to be water safe, 1.4 meters tall and a parent or support worker will be required to attend.
Physio and surf coach will be present for each child

09/03/2026

GETTING READY FOR CHILD CARE AND KINDER - FREE ONLINE WORKSHOPS

First Steps to Support
Monday, 16 March, 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm
Tuesday, 17 March. 10.00 am – 11.30 am
Booking link (https://bit.ly/EYSmar26CC)

Who are they for?
Getting Ready for Child Care and Kindergarten is for Victorian families of children aged 0–5 with developmental delay or disability who are preparing to start child care or kindergarten.
First Steps to Support is for parents and carers of children with developmental delay and disability, aged 0-8, who are just starting out with the NDIS or who are new to getting a diagnosis.
What are they about?

The Getting Ready for Child Care and Kindergarten workshop provides practical information and support to help families work in partnership with early childhood educators.
The topics we cover include:
How funding works
Working in partnership with educators
Practical support at child care and kindergarten
The First Steps to Support workshop covers what help is available for you and your family, including: financial assistance, getting a break and supporting siblings.
The topics we cover include:
Financial support for families
Getting a break
Supporting siblings
Free counselling for the whole family
All workshops are led by professional facilitators who are parents of young people with disability.

What’s so great about these workshops?
It’s a great starting point to get practical information. You’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to support your child’s learning journey and build strong relationships with educators.

The First Steps to Support workshop brings together a wealth of essential information in one convenient place, making it easier for families to access what they need without feeling overwhelmed. You’ll receive practical, actionable advice in a supportive and caring environment designed to help you feel confident and informed. You’ll learn how to prioritise your family’s needs and discover strategies to support yourself, your child, and their siblings. It’s not just about information; it’s about building confidence and connection in a space where you feel understood.

04/03/2026

Introducing our newest team member at Paediatric Physiotherapy Centre
Nimble, who also goes by Nim, is a physiotherapist working at Tasma House and the Moore Intensive Therapy Studio. Since graduating from the University of Melbourne with a Doctor of Physiotherapy degree, he began by working with older adults, before specialising in neurological physiotherapy. Nimble followed his interest in paediatrics to the Paediatric Physiotherapy Centre, as he finds it very meaningful to help a child live as full and happy a life as possible.
His Approach
Nimble believes in using play-based therapy to support children and their families, including hydrotherapy. He always strives to incorporate exercises into a child’s daily routine, school life, and playtime. Nimble uses a range of equipment, techniques, and strategies during his sessions, and focuses on exercises and movement that help someone fulfill their functional goals. He has worked closely with the NDIS throughout his career, and is knowledgeable about the importance of adaptive equipment, support worker education, and adequate family support to give a client the best quality of life.
Nimble is a member of the Paediatric Group of the APA. He enjoys expanding his existing skills with professional development, building upon knowledge of:
Neurological physiotherapy: hypertonicity management,
FND treatment,
Chronic pain: Pain Reprocessing Therapy – APA
Musculoskeletal rehabilitation: Optimising the Dynamic Hip – APA
Education of health professionals about emerging research and management of chronic conditions such as POTS, MCAS, and hypermobility
Familiarity with neurodivergence, including autism and ADHD
A Little More About Nim
Outside of work, Nimble enjoys many creative hobbies, such as crochet and singing in a choir. On the weekend, you can usually find him with an iced coffee in hand at the local op shop, trying to find the most colourful thing in the store.

02/03/2026

Understanding Muscle Relaxant Medication in Children with Increased Muscle Tone
For children living with increased muscle tone (often called spasticity), everyday movements can feel like hard work.
Sitting upright.
Reaching for a toy.
Standing to play.
Taking steps.
When muscles are constantly “switched on,” children are often fighting their own bodies just to hold a posture. This can make movement inefficient, tiring, and sometimes uncomfortable.
So how can muscle relaxant medication help?
When appropriately prescribed and carefully monitored by a paediatrician or rehabilitation specialist, muscle relaxant medication can:
✔ Reduce excessive muscle stiffness
✔ Make it easier to change positions (sit - stand - floor)
✔ Improve the ability to maintain postures without constant effort
✔ Enhance walking patterns and functional mobility
✔ Decrease fatigue from “working against” tight muscles
✔ Improve comfort and ease of daily care
Importantly, reducing tone does not mean taking away strength. In many cases, when the constant resistance from high tone is reduced, children can actually access their underlying strength more effectively.

When combined with physiotherapy, (strengthening, functional training and goal-based therapy) muscle relaxant medication can create a powerful window of opportunity for progress.
It’s completely normal for families to feel unsure or cautious about medication. These decisions are never taken lightly. They are made collaboratively with your health team and with careful assessment of function, goals and quality of life.
For many children, appropriate tone management can mean:
More independence.
More comfort.
More participation.
More joy in movement.
Every child is different, and the right approach is always individualised. But when tone is limiting function, addressing it can be a positive and empowering step forward.

27/02/2026

✨ Room for Rent – Paediatric & NDIS-Focused Allied Health Clinic ✨

Are you an Allied Health Professional looking for a warm, purpose-built space to grow your practice?
Paediatric Physiotherapy Centre has fully equipped therapy rooms available for rent within our established paediatric and NDIS-focused allied health clinic in the heart of Moonee Ponds. We also have 2 quiet rooms available
(3.5 x 5) as well which are furnished.

Perfect rooms for:
✔️Occupational Therapists
✔ Speech Pathologists
✔ Psychologists
✔ Play Therapists
✔ Music Therapists
✔ Other paediatric or disability-focused practitioners
What We Offer:
🚘 Ample car parking on site.
🧡 A welcoming, child-friendly clinic environment
🧸 Purpose-designed spaces ideal for paediatric therapy
🧩 Access to therapy equipment and sensory resources can be negotiated as well.
📅 Availability:
🗓 Sundays, Mondays and Wednesdays are available
• Options for half-day $90 or full-day $150 rental plus GST.
• Rent one, two, or all three days depending on your needs
🪑 Fully furnished therapy rooms, ready to use
👩‍👧‍👦 Strong referral pathways from our existing NDIS and paediatric caseload
☕ Access to staff kitchen, waiting area, and accessible facilities
🚗 On-site parking and convenient location for families
Ideal For Practitioners Who:
• Work with NDIS participants
• Provide paediatric developmental or therapeutic services
• Want to base themselves in a supportive, multidisciplinary setting in an excellent location
• Are looking for a professional, family-friendly clinic to expand your client base
Whether you're growing your private practice or looking for a professional work space for your clients, this space offers the ideal environment.
📩 Enquire now to arrange a tour or secure your room.
Spaces like this don’t last long!
Contact Nurlan – Practice Manager on 0481 811 660 for enquiries and reasonable rental rates

23/02/2026

👶 Early Infant and toddler Physiotherapy – Evidence-Based & Measurable
We assess and treat babies for plagiocephaly, hip and foot conditions, and early developmental milestones amongst other conditions, using structured, evidence-based frameworks.
Our infant assessments include the Alberta Infant Motor Scale (AIMS) and milestone tracking through our BabyMoves Programs, allowing families to clearly see progress over time and measure the impact of therapy interventions.
🧠 Plagiocephaly
Early intervention is key. When babies are seen within the first 1–2 months of life, targeted positioning advice and physiotherapy strategies often mean as few as three sessions, typically completed by six months of age with excellent results.
🦶 Hip & Foot Development
For the walking child we conduct detailed assessments using slow-motion video gait and movement analysis to monitor lower limb alignment and progression. Treatment may include hands-on physiotherapy, individualised home programs, and custom-moulded orthotics to support optimal lower-limb development.
Our goal is to give every child the best physical foundation before starting preschool and school—through early, precise, and proactive care.

20/02/2026

✨ Room for Rent – Paediatric & NDIS-Focused Allied Health Clinic ✨

Are you an Allied Health Professional looking for a warm, purpose-built space to grow your practice?
Paediatric Physiotherapy Centre has fully equipped therapy rooms available for rent within our established paediatric and NDIS-focused allied health clinic in the heart of Moonee Ponds. We also have 2 quiet rooms available
(3.5 x 5) as well which are furnished.

Perfect rooms for:
✔️Occupational Therapists
✔ Speech Pathologists
✔ Psychologists
✔ Play Therapists
✔ Music Therapists
✔ Other paediatric or disability-focused practitioners
What We Offer:
🚘 Ample car parking on site.
🧡 A welcoming, child-friendly clinic environment
🧸 Purpose-designed spaces ideal for paediatric therapy
🧩 Access to therapy equipment and sensory resources can be negotiated as well.
📅 Availability:
🗓 Sundays, Mondays and Wednesdays are available
• Options for half-day $90 or full-day $150 rental plus GST.
• Rent one, two, or all three days depending on your needs
🪑 Fully furnished therapy rooms, ready to use
👩‍👧‍👦 Strong referral pathways from our existing NDIS and paediatric caseload
☕ Access to staff kitchen, waiting area, and accessible facilities
🚗 On-site parking and convenient location for families
Ideal For Practitioners Who:
• Work with NDIS participants
• Provide paediatric developmental or therapeutic services
• Want to base themselves in a supportive, multidisciplinary setting in an excellent location
• Are looking for a professional, family-friendly clinic to expand your client base
Whether you're growing your private practice or looking for a professional work space for your clients, this space offers the ideal environment.
📩 Enquire now to arrange a tour or secure your room.
Spaces like this don’t last long!
Contact Nurlan – Practice Manager on 0481 811 660 for enquiries and reasonable rental rates

20/02/2026

Today we say goodbye to Claire as she begins the next chapter of her physiotherapy career in a hospital setting.
Claire, you have been a truly valued member of our team. Your calm, kind nature and genuine care for every child and family have made a lasting impact on our clinic and team culture.
While we will miss you, we are so proud of you and your future. Our door is always open.
Wishing you every success and happiness ahead.
The Paediatric Physiotherapy Centre Team ❤️

18/02/2026

Today we stepped away from the clinic and into vision building mode to enhance the services we provide to our client community.
At our biennial planning meeting, we mapped out exciting ways to strengthen our connection with families by growing our social media presence, launching a YouTube channel, developing blogs, and creating more valuable educational content for our community.
We started the day with a team activity at “Crafternoon Tea Workshop” learning the art of tea blending (and left with our own custom creations ), followed by a beautiful lunch at the Clocktower Centre of gourmet salads and scones with jam and cream where we had our planning meeting.
A special welcome to our newest physiotherapist, Nim, who joined us for his very first planning day. We’re so excited to have you on the team!
Big ideas, fresh energy, and exciting things ahead 💛

17/02/2026

Paediatric Physiotherapy Centre will be closed all day tomorrow Wednesday the 18th February 2026, for our all day biennial planning meeting

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Monday	9am - 5:30pm
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