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Injured? Let’s get you back to feeling your best!Whether it’s a sprain, strain, or something more complex, injuries can ...
28/07/2025

Injured? Let’s get you back to feeling your best!

Whether it’s a sprain, strain, or something more complex, injuries can impact your daily life and keep you from doing what you love.

At Motion Space, we help you to recover faster and get back to your routine safely, with the right treatment plan.

Don’t let your injury hold you back.

Contact the clinic today to book an appointment, and let’s work together on a plan that gets you moving again, pain-free and stronger than before.

Physiotherapy can be a game-changer in living with endometriosis and managing your symptoms to help you feel more in con...
24/07/2025

Physiotherapy can be a game-changer in living with endometriosis and managing your symptoms to help you feel more in control of your body.

Swipe through to learn how we can support you through physiotherapy:

Let’s work together to help you feel better, move easier, and manage your endometriosis with ease and confidence.

Let’s talk postnatal scarringWhether you’ve had a C-section or vaginal delivery, postnatal scars can have a significant ...
21/07/2025

Let’s talk postnatal scarring

Whether you’ve had a C-section or vaginal delivery, postnatal scars can have a significant impact on your recovery and overall pelvic health.

C-section scars or perineal tears can lead to discomfort, tightness, and restricted mobility, which can impact pelvic floor function and result in pain during movement or sexual activity

Physiotherapy offers effective strategies to help your body heal properly.

If postnatal scars are affecting your comfort or mobility, get in touch with the clinic to see how we can support your recovery.

📞 0492 805 609

Looking to book an appointment? Tap the link in our bio.

You’ll often hear us say around the clinic, ‘healthy is an outfit that looks different on everybody.’And that’s not just...
18/07/2025

You’ll often hear us say around the clinic, ‘healthy is an outfit that looks different on everybody.’

And that’s not just a feel-good phrase, it’s the foundation of how we approach physiotherapy, here at Motion Space.

No two bodies are the same. Your movement history, lifestyle, goals, and even how you experience pain are unique to you. That’s why we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all treatment plans.

No matter what chapter you’re up to in your rehabilitation journey, we meet you exactly where you are, tailoring every plan to you, your goals, and your lifestyle. Because real results come from personalised care.

Let’s find what healthy looks like for you.

Book your visit today at Motion Space today.

Life isn’t symmetrical, so your training shouldn’t be either.We don’t move through life perfectly balanced or in ideal a...
07/07/2025

Life isn’t symmetrical, so your training shouldn’t be either.

We don’t move through life perfectly balanced or in ideal alignment 100% of the time. Think about walking, lifting a child on one hip, or climbing stairs. These are all unilateral movements, meaning one side of the body works more than the other. That’s why unilateral training is such a powerful tool in physiotherapy.

Unilateral exercises challenge your body’s ability to stabilise through one side at a time.

Unilateral exercises include:

✔️ Step-ups onto a box or step
✔️ Single-leg glute bridges
✔️ Bulgarian split squats
✔️ Single-leg romanian deadlifts (RDLs)
✔️ Bird dogs
✔️ Single-arm rows
✔️ Single-arm shoulder presses
✔️ Single-arm chest press

Try adding these unilateral movements into your strength routine once or twice a week. Start with bodyweight movements and focus on control and alignment, not reps.

You’ll begin to notice improved balance and control, greater core engagement and become more aware of how you move!

Everyday movement: The highly underestimated sit-to-standThe sit-to-stand movement (yes, getting up from a chair without...
03/07/2025

Everyday movement: The highly underestimated sit-to-stand

The sit-to-stand movement (yes, getting up from a chair without using your hands!) is a highly effective exercise in building strength and mobility in your legs and hips.

Why we love this movement?

⚡️It mimics an everyday activity
⚡️Activates key muscle groups like your quads and glutes
⚡️Supports joint health and balance

Don’t knock this simple movement, before you give it a go. Try 10 controlled reps a day from a sturdy chair. If you’re racing through your reps, add a challenge by crossing your arms or slowing the move down entirely.

We’re all for small movements with big results.

Come move with us at Motion Space. Call the clinic to see what appointments we have available for the upcoming week!

📞 0492 805 609

Why we love breath work… and you should too! 👇🏻Breathing is central to pelvic health and core stability, yet it’s often ...
30/06/2025

Why we love breath work… and you should too! 👇🏻

Breathing is central to pelvic health and core stability, yet it’s often overlooked.

Diaphragmatic breathing is your secret weapon for controlling intra-abdominal pressure, reducing symptoms of prolapse and urgency, supporting your posture, and even enhancing your workouts.
Breathwork helps align your body and mind, improving movement, managing stress, and optimising physical function.

If you're not already incorporating breathwork into your routine, now’s the perfect time to start. It’s an essential tool for both rehabilitation and performance!

Pilates isn’t just a fitness trend, it’s a clinically supported rehab method that goes hand in hand with physiotherapy.P...
26/06/2025

Pilates isn’t just a fitness trend, it’s a clinically supported rehab method that goes hand in hand with physiotherapy.

Pilates improves core strength, spinal control, and posture, especially in those managing lower back pain, pelvic floor dysfunction or postnatal recovery.

At our Warrnambool clinic, we use clinical pilates to:
✔️ Reconnect your breath, core, and pelvic floor
✔️ Restore alignment and control, especially after birth
✔️ Build strength without added strain

It’s gentle, purposeful movement designed to support healing, strength, and confidence in your body.

💬 Next time you're in the clinic, ask us if pilates might be the right approach for your rehab or recovery journey, we’ll help tailor a plan that fits your needs.

Exercise of the week: Dead bugThe Dead Bug is a highly effective exercise for developing deep core control without placi...
18/06/2025

Exercise of the week: Dead bug

The Dead Bug is a highly effective exercise for developing deep core control without placing excessive load on the spine, making it ideal for postnatal recovery, lower back pain, and pelvic floor rehab.

Swipe through for your guide on how to properly and safely perform this movement.

Clinical benefits from this move include:
🌀 Activates the deep stabilising core muscle
🌀 Reinforces core and pelvic floor coordination, crucial after childbirth or during pelvic floor rehab
🌀 Promotes lumbopelvic stability, reducing strain on the lower back
🌀 Teaches controlled movement with breath, enhancing neuromuscular awareness and reducing compensation patterns

This is a foundational movement we often use in early rehab stages and progress as control improves.

Remember when performing this move, to always start slow and prioritise quality over quantity!

Returning to exercise after birth… where do you start?Postpartum exercise is certainly not about ‘bouncing back’, it’s a...
12/06/2025

Returning to exercise after birth… where do you start?

Postpartum exercise is certainly not about ‘bouncing back’, it’s about rehab and recovery. Let’s not forget all your body has been through.

Before returning to exercise make sure you give yourself time to heal! 6-12 weeks is the recommended window for women before jumping into high-impact workouts or running, and a physio screening is essential to ensure you’re ready for more challenging exercises!

At Motion Space, we encourage you to begin with the foundations when returning back to exercise:

Breathing techniques
👉🏻 This is going to activate your core and pelvic floor.

Pelvic floor engagement
👉🏻 We’re super passionate about your pelvic floor! Engaging your pelvic floor is going to be vital in supporting and preventing issues like incontinence or prolapse

Deep core activation
👉🏻 Focus on rebuilding your deep core muscles to restore stability and support your back

Remember to take it slow and steady.

When you're ready to move, we’ll be here to guide you through it.

Working from home?Then you might be feeling it in your neck, shoulders, or back… and you're not alone.Individuals who wo...
07/06/2025

Working from home?

Then you might be feeling it in your neck, shoulders, or back… and you're not alone.

Individuals who work from home often report increased musculoskeletal pain due to a number of reasons including…

👉🏻 Reduced movement
👉🏻 Muscle fatigue
👉🏻 Unsupported positions
👉🏻 Poor posture
👉🏻 Prolonged sitting

My tip?

⏱️ Set an hourly timer to reset your posture and move. Just a few minutes in your day can make a big difference.

Extra things to keep in mind when working from home to look after your body:
👉🏻 Feet flat on the floor when seated
👉🏻 Elbows at 90° if working at a desk
👉🏻 Top of your screen at eye level

Your spine will thank you later!

Exercise of the week: Glute bridgeA simple but powerful exercise that belongs in every rehab and strength program, espec...
05/06/2025

Exercise of the week: Glute bridge

A simple but powerful exercise that belongs in every rehab and strength program, especially for women’s health and core stability.

👏🏻 Why we love it in physio…

Glute bridges strengthen your glutes and hamstrings, engage the deep core and support lumbopelvic control, key for managing lower back pain, pelvic floor dysfunction, and postnatal recovery.

💪🏼 Muscles it targets…

🍑Gluteus maximus, aka hip extension
🍑 Hamstrings
🍑 Core stabilisers, aka pelvic floor, TA, multifidus
🍑 Erector spinae, aka spinal support

👉🏻 Safety tip…
Add a gentle pelvic floor lift on your exhale to integrate deep core work safely.

Whether you're building back from injury, postnatal rehab, or just looking to strengthen your foundations, you’ll want to work this exercise into your routine!

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11-13 Fairy Street
Warrnambool, VIC
3280

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 4pm - 7pm
Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 10:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 12:30pm

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