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PhysioPod Co.

PhysioPod Co. is a Women’s Health Physiotherapy and Podiatry practice in Newtown, Geelong.

21/12/2025

🎄HOLIDAY HOURS🎄

Three days until Christmas! 🫣🎅🏻🤶🏻

We’ll be open until tomorrow evening and then we’ll be taking a break until the 5th January ☀️

Luke will be open for limited Podiatry appointments (including Bike Fit Assessments) on 29th and 30th December. Give us a call on 5269 9635 or head to our website to book in.

We hope the next few days are not too stressful for you all and that the holiday period is a joyous one ✨

16/12/2025

📣 HELLO LARA! 📣

We’re excited to be offering Musculoskeletal and Women’s Health Physiotherapy appointments from Lara, starting January 5th!

Working out of the lovely, purpose-built South Lara Medical Centre (18 Forest Rd South) we’ll be available every Monday from 8.30am 👍🏻

Our multi-talented Physio, Tamika, will be the main Physio working from our Lara location but we’ve also got someone else lined up…Physio Aly! 🙌🏻 Aly will be returning from maternity leave early next year and also working from our Lara location (date TBC)🤩

All bookings for our Lara location are to be done via our online bookings (select the PhysioPod Co. Lara tab) or through a helpful reception team on 03 5269 9635 ☺️

30/11/2025

🎄Merry Christmas🎄

Today, most of our team got together (minus Physio Alice + Physio Mahoney) to celebrate Christmas early and to farewell Bec + Chloe who will both be starting maternity leave soon!

We had some delicious food and wine at 😍 The sun even came out so we could enjoy the view! 🥰

Thank you to our team for another great year 🙏🏻 We wish Bec and Chloe all the best as they both await baby number two (Bec a girl and Chloe a boy!) 🤩

12/11/2025

🌟 7 Appointment types you didn’t know we offer…but should! 🌟

1️⃣ Postnatal Breast Care
With the use of our Therapeutic Ultrasound machine, we can treat breastfeeding concerns including blocked ducts and mastitis 🤱

2️⃣ Cycling Bike Fit Assessment
Conducted by our bike fit accredited Podiatrist, Luke, these assessments help address any pain or injury experienced when cycling (road bikes) 🚴‍♂️

3️⃣ Perineal Massage
You know it’s beneficial to do (hopefully!) but you and your partner are finding it tricky to do…well our Pelvic Physios can do this for you! A 15 minute appointment that we recommend attending twice weekly from 34 weeks 👌🏻

4️⃣ Women’s Running Assessment
This Physio appointment includes a thorough whole-body assessment and gait analysis on the treadmill to determine your suitability to return to running or address areas of concern/pain with your current running program 🏃🏼‍♀️

5️⃣ Podiatry
Yes, the Pod in PhysioPod stands for Podiatry! Our resident Pod/Director/only male team member, Luke, provides a range of Podiatry services including Sports Podiatry, toe nail and skin care, ingrown toenail surgery, kids feet and orthotics 👣

6️⃣ Vaginal Pessary Fitting
Pessaries, small medical grade silicone devices, can be used in the management of vaginal wall prolapse. We now have two Physiotherapists offering these fittings, Lauren and Alice!

7️⃣ Paediatrics
We offer a range of appointments for the kiddos!
👦 Kids Podiatry - any leg, foot, toe or gait related issues (from infants and up)
👧 Paediatric Physio - whole body musculoskeletal injury or pain (5 years and up)
🧒 Paediatric Pelvic Floor Physio - to address any bladder or bowel issues such as bed wetting, constipation, toilet training and pelvic pain (5 years and up)

Need to book an appointment? Here’s how you can ⤵️
📞 Call us on 03 5269 9635
🌏 Book online www.physiopod.co
📧 Email us hello@physiopod.co
↗️ Send us a DM

03/11/2025

🐎 CLOSED CUP DAY 🐎

We will be closed tomorrow Nov 4th for the Melbourne Cup public holiday.

We’ll be back open from 8.30am Wednesday 5th November for all your Physiotherapy and Podiatry needs ☺️

Need an appointment? Give us a call on 5269 9635 or book online at www.physiopod.co 👍🏻

03/10/2025

🏃🏼‍♀️IT’S HERE! 🏃🏼‍♀️

Introducing our TWO new women’s running specific appointments!!👇🏻

1️⃣ Women’s Running Assessment
Our new 60 minute women’s running assessment involves functional testing and gait analysis by one of our Sports & Women’s Health Physios, Mahoney Gleeson. This appointment aims to gain a better understanding of your current function to guide you in a safe return to running (eg. In postpartum or after an injury) or to address any concerns/pain with your current running program ✨

2️⃣ Women’s Return to Run Program
Our very own run club 😍 This 6 week outdoor running program is led by Sports & Women’s Health Physio, Mahoney Gleeson, and supported by Sports Scientist, Chloe Vertigan (one of our clinic receptionists!). Both are avid runners and women’s health advocates.

Across the 6 weeks participants will learn skills on running technique, load management, strength training, pelvic floor health and more!

The group will meet every Wednesday at 5.30pm and by the end of the 6 week program participants will be able to run continuously for up to 45 minutes 🤩

And YES, Mahoney and Chloe will be running with you! Guiding you, supporting you, encouraging you ❤️

When, where and cost?
Our first 6 week block begins on Nov 5th!
Meeting point is 3 Marnock Road, Newtown (Balyang Sanctuary)
The 6 week program is $150 ($25 per session) and is claimable with Private Health insurance (with Physiotherpay extras code 560).

Been thinking of returning to running after having a baby or a break? We’re here to expertly guide you to safely return to the pavement with knowledge, support and cheer 🥰

Contact us to learn more or to book in!

03 5269 9635
www.physiopod.co
hello@physiopod.co

29/09/2025

🏃🏼‍♀️RUNNING🏃🏼‍♀️

It’s had a resurgence of recent years with “run clubs” popping up everywhere! While we think these are amazing for building a community and increasing physical activity, they aren’t always the right fit for some!

80% of women we surveyed said they weren’t part of a run club because they didn’t feel fit enough to be in one 🥺

Whether it’s that you don’t feel fit enough…or you’ve just had a baby…or you’re picking up running after years on the bench…or you feel like an outsider because you don’t feel comfortable running in a crop top and short shorts😏

We’re excited to be launching something at the end of the week‼️Something that fills the gap between clinical treatments and run club…something that’s designed for mums and women of all shapes, sizes and ages 🥰

Stay tuned!! 👀😉

24/09/2025

🔵⚪️ CLOSED FRIDAY 26th ⚪️🔵

We will be closed this Friday 26th September for the public holiday before the Grand Final 🏉

Who are you barracking for? 😸vs🦁
Seems sacrilegious not to go for the Cats when you live in Geelong!

We’re getting in the spirit and will be cheering loudly for our mighty Catters!!

Swipe 👉🏻 to the last pic to see baby Harry in his Cats getup today 😍

14/09/2025

🥵 MENOPAUSE MATTERS 🥵

We’re excited for the upcoming event “Midlife & Mimosas” on October 5th at where our very own Physio Alice will be on the panel 😍

Tickets to the event include:
🤸‍♀️Mat Pilates session
🥂Mimosas and Brunch
👯‍♀️Panel of experts discussing all things midlife and menopause

Profits raised will be donated to the for Breast Cancer Research 💗

Tickets can be purchased via the link in bio on the page ✨

10/09/2025

🏃🏼‍♀️RUNNING🏃🏼‍♀️

“I just felt like running” - Forrest Gump, 1994 💨

It’s a form of exercise that doesn’t require a lot of equipment - just a good pair of runners and a well fitting sports bra! Running is a cost effective and convenient way to exercise for people, especially new mums.

Those who regularly run report experiencing a “runner’s high” afterwards👇🏻

A “runner’s high” is a short-lasting, deeply euphoric state that some people experience after prolonged aerobic exercise, especially running.

It’s that feeling of euphoria, reduced anxiety, and pain relief that can hit during or after a long run or intense workout. People often describe it as feeling like you’re “floating” or being “in the zone.”

What’s actually happening in the body when you experience a “runner’s high”? 🤷‍♀️

For years, scientists thought the runner’s high was caused mainly by endorphins (the brain’s natural painkillers) but recent research points to a more complex mix of brain chemicals:

1️⃣ Endorphins
* Released during intense exercise
* Act like natural opioids (similar to morphine)
* Help reduce pain and create a feeling of wellbeing

2️⃣ Endocannabinoids
* These are ‘cannabis-like’ chemicals naturally produced in your body
* More easily cross the blood-brain barrier than endorphins
* Believed to play a bigger role in mood elevation and stress relief during a runner’s high

3️⃣ Dopamine & Serotonin
* These neurotransmitters regulate mood and pleasure
* Their levels can increase after exercise, contributing to the good feelings

How long/hard do you have to run? 🏃🏼‍♀️
* Typically, it kicks in after 30–60 minutes of moderate to intense aerobic exercise
* But not everyone experiences it
* Factors like genetics, fitness level, and mental state can influence whether you feel it

Have you experienced a runner’s high? Does it keep you going back for more?

If you’re new to running or want to return to running after a break, stay tuned….we’re launching something exciting soon….👀🤫

04/09/2025

🌸 WOMEN’S HEALTH WEEK 🌸

1-5 September is Women’s Health Week: Australia’s largest event dedicated to the health and wellbeing of all women, girls and gender-diverse people ✨

This year’s theme is - ‘Say Yes to You’ with each day showcasing a different topic:

Day 1 - Every check matters

Day 2 - Take the lead

Day 3 - Heart smart

Day 4 - Pain to power

Day 5 - Be kind to your mind

How are you saying YES to YOU this Women’s Health Week?

31/08/2025

🎈PPC TURNS SIX! 🎈

Happy Birthday to us! Today turns SIX 🎉🎂🥳

What started as a husband and wife team of two, opening 6 months before COVID 😬, to now a team of 13 working across 4 locations.

Running a business comes with a multitude of highs and lows. We’ve seen a number of small businesses across Geelong and Victoria that have closed their doors in the time we’ve been open. Running a business is hard - it’s definitely not a 9am-5pm job! 😂

Celebrating a business’s birthday might seem trivial to some but it’s a big deal to us - it’s another year we’ve been able to stay open and provide our services to the Geelong region. Another year we’ve been able to provide an income for our 11 staff members. We think that’s worth celebrating 🙌🏻 🥰

Thanks to our team for helping us provide superior Women’s Healthcare to the Geelong region and to you, our clients, for trusting us with your health 🙏🏻

-Lauren & Luke 🤍

Address

95 Nicholas Street
Newtown, VIC
3220

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 6pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Friday	8am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 2pm

Telephone

+61352699635

Website

http://www.physiopod.co/

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