Tag Archives: Arthritis Hydrotherapy

Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry Sports

Sports Therapy at Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry

ACL, Acupuncture, Ankle, Aqua Fit, Arthritis, Asthma, Blisters, BUPA, Calluses, Children's Feet, Chronic Pain, Concussion, Corns, Cupping, Dry Needling, elbow, Exercise, Falls and Fractures, Headache, hockey injuries, Hydrotherapy, Hydrotherapy Exercises, Hydrotherapy Pool Perth, Kid's Feet, Knee, Ligament, Lower back pain, Medicare CDM, Medicare EPCs, Medicare physio, medicare podiatry, Meditation, MMA physio, Myofascial, Nail, Neck Pain, Orthotics, Pain, perth hydrotherapy, Perth Physiotherapy, perth podiatry, Shin Splints, Sports, Sports Physiotherapy, Sprains, tennis elbow, Trigger Points, Whiplash, Wrist and Hand Injuries, Yoga, yokine hydrotherapy, Yokine Physiotherapy, yokine podiatry, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry’s Yokine therapists have extensive knowledge of biomechanics as well as prevention and treatment of injuries from hobbies and sports. The therapists at Dr7 undertake a wide range of sports and hobbies themselves in their own time which gives them  “insider knowledge” of injury prevention and management. Below is a brief summary of activities undertaken by our staff:

 

Katie Starke

Physiotherapist

Katie has been dancing Latin styles for many years now such as salsa & bachata.  Over the last 8 months, Katie has been taking Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu lessons. Katie is also an advocate of yoga and pilates which she does herself on a regular basis. Katie also enjoys running, swimming, and gym-based exercise. Several years ago, Katie was involved in participating in short-distance triathlons.

Ryan Weir

Practice owner

Ryan plays social basketball and trains for long-distance runs and has completed several marathons. Ryan also undertakes gym-based exercise on a weekly basis.

Luke Richards

Physiotherapist

Luke plays AFL football, runs, and attends the gym for strength-based training regularly. Luke has completed the Busselton jetty swim on several occasions.

Tess Moynihan                             

Physiotherapist

Tess previously competed intensively in outdoor Hockey for many years and trained heavily in Boxing. Currently, Tess is focused on equipment and functional-based strength training, such as rings, and beach swims.

Trevor

Physiotherapist

Trevor has worked for Circus-Soliel on several occasions, providing treatment to their high-level performers. Trevor was also part-owner in an aerial yoga company for many years. Currently, Trevor is focused on jiu-jitsu training, swimming, and trail run.

David Chia

Podiatrist

Dave plays social basketball weekly with Ryan Weir and trains regularly at his local gym. David is also a long-distance bike riding enthusiast.

Chris Gilomen

Podiatrist

Chris plays social soccer in a team in the Hills and also plays social basketball with David Chia on a weekly basis.

 

All our staff at Dr7physiotherapy and podiatry Joondanna are highly experienced in treating sports injuries and providing prevention methods such as dynamic warm-up stretches, RICE treatment protocols, sports strapping, and sports-specific biomechanics education.

From the wide range of exercises undertaken by our staff at Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry Tuart Hill, you may even be able to find a practitioner with a common interest!

Please contact our clinic on 9349 1777 to arrange an appointment today or book online at the top right hand of the homepage.

 

Working From Home

Working from Home

ACL, Ankle, Arthritis, BUPA, Chronic Pain, Dry Needling, elbow, Exercise, Headache, Knee, Ligament, Lower back pain, Medicare CDM, Medicare EPCs, Medicare physio, medicare podiatry, Neck Pain, New Year Resolution, Pain, perth hydrotherapy, Perth Physiotherapy, perth podiatry, Posture, private health, Sports Physiotherapy, Sprains, tennis elbow, Trigger Points, Vertigo, Working from home, yokine hydrotherapy, Yokine Physiotherapy, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

 

 

With a shift in the way we function in our current world, Australia has seen a rapid rise in the number of people working from home. When setting up your new work environment there are some crucial elements that need to be considered to avoid injuries and allow for optimal productivity.

Here at Dr7 Physiotherapy & Podiatry Yokine we are here to help!
Read on to find out more about setting up your workstation in your humble abode.

 

Elements to Consider in your Work Space

 

Your Environment

When choosing a space to set up your workstation, ensure the area has enough lighting. A well-lit area is essential when reading documents and typing on your keyboard. Be careful that your computer isn’t positioned to reflect any glare. You can avoid this by facing your computer 90° away from the windows. Lastly consider trip hazards. Be sure to clear any obstacles around your legs that may cause you to adopt awkward positions or be at risk for a fall.

Your Equipment

Consider 3 zones when setting up your workstation.
1. Primary zone: Position items that are most frequently use comfortably within your reach with your elbows relaced in sitting position. [e.g. keyboard, mouse, notebook, pen]
2. Secondary zone: Position items that are occasionally used within an extended arms reach and your back comfortably against the back of your chair. [e.g. telephone, documents, coffee cup]
3. Non-working zone: Position items that won’t be moved. [e.g. monitor, pot plants, personal belongings]

The picture below gives you a visual representation of your workstations zones!

Tm blog 2

Yourself

Positioning yourself in relation to your workstation is essential. Minor changes can make a big difference. Follow these suggestions to ensure your body posture is correct:

• Head/neck: Your eye gaze should be at the top 1/3 or top 3 cm of your monitor. Keep your chin tucked in and avoid a forward poking chin.
• Torso/trunk: Ensure your back is against the support of the chair. There should be no gap between your back and your chair. A lumbar support or a small rolled-up towel can be effective in proving support to your lower back.
• Hips: Make sure your bottom is seated at the very back of the chair. Adopt an angle of 90-120° at you hips with a slight recline of your computer chair.
• Knees/feet: When seated, your knees should be shoulder-width apart and be at a 90-120° angle with your feet flat on the floor. If you feet are unable to reach the floor, prop them up with a foot support or some old textbooks. Keep your
• Elbows: Elbows should rest at a 90-120° angle in line with your desk. When using your equipment be sure that your elbows refrain from moving more than 10-15cm away from your torso. Pull your chair close to your desk to avoid poor postures.
• Wrists: Avoid planting your wrist on the surface of your desk as this puts pressure on your tendons and nerves. Avoid excessive wrist extension when using your mouse and keyboard and ensure your wrists are place higher than your keyboard. Wrist pads are not recommended however if you are using one make sure it is rested against your keyboard and is cushioning your palms.

Let’s break down these suggestions:
• Eye gaze top 1/3 of monitor
• Chin tucked in to neck
• Back and bottom against back of chair
• Opt to use a lumbar support or small rolled-up towel
• Adopt a 90-120° bend at you hips
• Knees shoulder-width apart
• Adopt 90-120° bend at your knees
• Feet flat on floor or support
• Elbows should rest at 90-120°
• Tuck chair close into desk
• Refrain from moving elbow 10-15cm away from the torso
• Avoid excessive wrist extension
• Do not rest your wrist against desk surface or wrist pad

Check out the picture below for optimal positioning!

Hot Tip
At Dr7 Physiotherapy & Podiatry Joondanna we recommend a standing break or stretch every 20-30 minutes for 2-3 minutes. This will help promote circulation, avoid poor postures, and improve productivity!

If you are noticing any aches and pains reflected by your working situation get in contact with one of our experienced Physiotherapists today on (08) 9349 1777.

Happy working from home everyone!

ACL

ACL, Acupuncture, Arthritis, BUPA, Chronic Pain, Dry Needling, Exercise, Hydrotherapy, Hydrotherapy Exercises, Hydrotherapy Pool Perth, Knee, Ligament, Medicare physio, MMA physio, Pain, perth hydrotherapy, Perth Physiotherapy, private health, Sports Physiotherapy, Trigger Points, yokine hydrotherapy, Yokine Physiotherapy, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

The ACL is an extremely important ligament that stabilises the knee joint during multidirectional movements such as pivoting, jumping/landing and direction changes. Injury to this ligament can be a devastating and expensive injury and can potentially be a career-ending injury for athletes. In high-level sport such as AFL, players will often undergo surgery and a 1-2 year rehabilitation before returning to play. But in lower levels of sport many people never return to play. Another major concern is that once you injure your ACL you have a higher chance of having another ACL injury to either knee.  There are many reasons for this, but put simply it often comes down to an inadequate rehabilitation/exercise program. This means that muscles of the leg and hip are often underprepared to cope with the demands of sport after a long period without playing.

Management:

Traditionally, ACL tears are repaired using surgery and replacing the ligament with a graft usually taken from either the hamstring or patella tendon. Although more recently there has been some debate as to whether every ACL tear requires surgery.

In any case, rehabilitation in the form of exercise is essential to return to normal activities and to prevent future injury. This exercise program must involve individualised, gradual and progressive strengthening exercises as well as a focus on balance and stability. Unfortunately many people either aren’t prescribed an appropriate exercise program or they fail to follow it through until the end.

At Dr7 Physiotherapy Yokine our physiotherapists can provide a structured exercise program tailored to your stage of recovery and your level of conditioning. Our therapists are also trained to progress your rehabilitation to a point where you are ready to return to play.

Markus Squat

In the early phase after your injury you will be given basic strengthening and balancing exercises. This will focus on muscles in your thigh, calf and hip. If you are in a brace or using crutches our therapists can also provide guidance as to how and when to wean off these supports.

Markus Single Leg Balance

During the middle phase of rehabilitation you will be provided with progressively harder strengthening exercises for your legs and if you have access to a gym our therapists can provide advice on weight training. During this phase there will also be a focus on balance and stability exercises and as you improve your therapist will start to challenge your single leg balance and stability. Towards the middle-to-late stage of rehabilitation you will also be provided with guidance and advice to return to activities such as running.

Markus Balancing Squat

Once you are ready to progress towards end-stage rehabilitation exercises our physiotherapists will start to introduce sports-specific exercises to train your body to cope with the demands of your specific sport/activity. At this point the exercises you receive will be highly dependent on you and on what activities you are aiming to return to. Your physiotherapist can test you for return to sport and outline specific criteria for you to return to sport. Typically at this point you will start to return to training and sport-specific tasks like kicking, change of directions and contact sports.

There are many biomechanical and modifiable factors that increase your risk of having an ACL tear. At Dr7 Physiotherapy Tuart Hill our physiotherapists can help you reduce the risk of an injury by providing advice/exercises on how to change these factors.

If you have had an ACL injury or want to speak to a physiotherapist about how to reduce your risk of suffering an ACL injury call us on (08) 9349 1777 to book an appointment with one of our friendly physiotherapists today.

Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry provides services to the suburbs of Yokine, Tuart Hill, Osborne Park, Stirling, Nollamara, Dianella, North Perth and surrounding suburbs. Our friendly Physiotherapists and Podiatrists have appointments available Monday-Saturday.

Bookings are available on our website or over the phone.

$40 Initial Consults for Physio and Pod

Acupuncture, Aged Care, Ankle, Aqua Fit, Arthritis, Asthma, Blisters, BUPA, Calluses, Cardiovascular Disease, Chronic Pain, Concussion, Corns, Cupping, Diabetes, Dry Needling, elbow, Exercise, Falls and Fractures, Headache, hockey injuries, Hydrotherapy, Hydrotherapy Exercises, Hydrotherapy Pool Perth, Ligament, Lower back pain, Medicare EPCs, Medicare physio, medicare podiatry, MMA physio, Myofascial, Neck Pain, Orthotics, Osteoporosis, Pain, Perth Physiotherapy, perth podiatry, private health, Shin Splints, Sports Physiotherapy, Sprains, tennis elbow, Trigger Points, Womens Health, Wrist and Hand Injuries, yokine hydrotherapy, Yokine Physiotherapy, yokine podiatry, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Claim Instructions: (Only valid for booking on https://dr7physioandpod.com.au/)

  1. Click the “Book an appointment” button at the top right of Dr7 Physiotherapy webpage (https://dr7physioandpod.com.au/)
  2. Select Physiotherapy or Podiatry
  3. Select appointment time and specific practitioner if you wish
  4. In the reason for visit box, type “$40”
  5. Inform reception upon arrival that you are claiming ‘$40’ website special.
    *Terms and conditions apply. Valid only for new clients to Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry clinic or past clients who have not visited greater than 3 yrs ago.

 

 

 

 

*Terms & Conditions
This offer is only valid for:
1. A limited time – from 9th April 2019 until 30th June 2019.
2. Online bookings ONLY through our web page (www.dr7physioandpod.com.au)
3. New private clients to the Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry Business ( or clients who have not visited for more than 3 yrs).
4. Initial consultation and treatment only but does not include stock, equipment or any take home consumables. Eg, if your practitioner recommends braces, orthotics, creams etc, then these are charged separately upon prior discussion and approval from you.

You must inform reception upon arrival for your appointment of the “$40” special offer.

Elbow Pain

Elbow Pain

Acupuncture, Aged Care, Arthritis, BUPA, Chronic Pain, Dry Needling, elbow, Exercise, Falls and Fractures, hockey injuries, Hydrotherapy, Hydrotherapy Exercises, Hydrotherapy Pool Perth, Ligament, Medicare EPCs, Medicare physio, MMA physio, Pain, perth hydrotherapy, Perth Physiotherapy, private health, Sports Physiotherapy, Sprains, tennis elbow, Trigger Points, Yokine Physiotherapy, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Why do I have elbow pain?

The most common cause of elbow pain is due to repetitive use of your forearm muscles, it is called Tennis Elbow or Epicondylitis. Other causes of elbow pain can be ligament sprains, bone bruising or inflammation of a bursa (a sack of fluid) within the elbow joint. The cause of your elbow pain can be determined and effectively treated by your Dr7 Physiotherapist Yokine.

 

What is a Tennis Elbow?

There are muscles in your forearm that start at your elbow and attach to your wrist and fingers. When we use these muscles repetitively at work or during sport and exercise these muscles become tight and lose their elasticity. When this happens the muscles become inflamed at the bone of your elbow, where it originates from. If this condition is left for too long it will get progressively worse and can lead to sharp pains, nerve symptoms and a loss of strength in the hand.

 Anatomy of the elbow

Is it common?

Tennis Elbow is very common occurring within 1-3% of the population at all stages of life however it is most common from 30-50 years of age.

 

What causes Tennis Elbow?

Common activities that can result in Tennis Elbow now days are the use of mobile phones, ipads and computers. Due to postural positions often held while using these devices as well as the repetitive movements required. Other activities can be related to repetitive movements during sport such as gripping and swinging the racket in tennis.

 

How long does it take to get better?

The duration of your symptoms can vary and depend on several factors such as length of pain before physiotherapy treatment, if work or sport postural issues can be modified, the number of triggers present and your adherence to your exercise program. If your symptoms are mild-moderate you could have full resolution in 6-8 weeks however if your symptoms are severe it could take several months. After your initial assessment at Dr7 Physiotherapy Tuart Hill, your physiotherapist will be better able to give you a more accurate estimate.

 

How can Dr7 Physiotherapy help?

Your Dr7 Physiotherapist in Yokine will be able to provide you with some pain relieving techniques that will also regain the length and elasticity of the muscles in your forearm/s. We can teach you how to reduce your pain throughout the day but most importantly how to modify work postures and movement to resolve your pain and prevent reoccurrence. All our physiotherapists are trained in treatment techniques such a dry-needling (acupuncture), sports taping, lazer therapy and manual soft-tissue techniques. Call 9349 1777 for further information.

If you think you are experiencing elbow pain book an appointment at Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry Yokine.

Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry provides services to the suburbs of Yokine, Tuart Hill, Osborne Park, Stirling, Nollamara, Dianella, North Perth and surrounding suburbs. Our friendly Physiotherapists and Podiatrists have appointments available Monday-Saturday.

Bookings are available on our website or over the phone.

Shin Splints

Shin Pain

Acupuncture, Ankle, BUPA, Chronic Pain, Dry Needling, Exercise, hockey injuries, Hydrotherapy, Hydrotherapy Exercises, Hydrotherapy Pool Perth, Ligament, Medicare EPCs, Medicare physio, medicare podiatry, MMA physio, Orthotics, Pain, perth hydrotherapy, Perth Physiotherapy, perth podiatry, private health, Shin Splints, Sports Physiotherapy, Sprains, Trigger Points, yokine hydrotherapy, Yokine Physiotherapy, yokine podiatry, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Shin Pain

Here at Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry we treat a variety of different injuries ranging from acute strains to overuse injuries. With the weather improving people are starting to ramp up their exercise regime to shed a few kilos gained over the winter. While we definitely encourage people to participate in regular exercise, beginning a new program can put people at risk of developing pain. This is because the tissues of the body take time to adjust to an increase in load. Known as repetitive stress, it can be a trigger for developing pain. For some people it’s their knee, for some it’s their heel or their hip or their back. For others it’s shin pain. Many people have probably heard of the term shin splints, but what is it?

Shin Splints, or Tibial Stress Syndrome is a condition where excessive stress and pressure is applied to the outermost layer of the shin bone. This layer, called periosteum becomes sensitive, painful and inflamed during tibial stress syndrome and the individual will experience pain along the shin bone. The condition is usually related to an increase in running or walking. The pain can be on one side or both and is often described as a dull pain.

What causes Shin Splints?

Many muscles that control the movement of the ankle, foot and toes attach onto the periosteum. When we exercise these muscles pull on the periosteum and when we exercise at a level greater than what the tissue can cope with it becomes sensitive, painful and inflamed. There is usually a combination of factors and conditions that occur to trigger an onset of shin splints. There are many factors that can contribute to shin pain and our physiotherapists can help you identify what factors are relevant to each specific patient. Risk factors can be categorised into intrinsic and extrinsic groups:

  1. Intrinsic: Age, Gender, Weight, biomechanics of the hip, knee and ankle
  2. Extrinsic:
    1. Training load such as overloading or sudden change in load (eg. resumption of exercise post-illness or after a holiday)
    2. Type of exercise, change in training conditions such as running surface, footwear, inclines
    3. Type of exercise
    4. Weather conditions

How Dr7 Physiotherapy can help:

As there are other injuries that can cause a similar type of pain it is important to have an assessment from one of our physiotherapists. The physiotherapist will check for differential diagnoses such as stress fractures, compartment syndrome, muscle strains and nerve entrapments.

Once these have been ruled out they will diagnose you with Shin Splints and help identify factors contributing to your pain. Usually an assessment will involve a biomechanical observation, assessment of your hip and knee strength, assessment of muscle tightness and a balance assessmet.

Management of Shin Splints aims to relieve the pressure and stress placed on the periosteum. Dr7 Physiotherapists can provide treatment such as massage, soft tissue release, dry needling/acupuncture to manage any muscle tightness. The physiotherapist may also apply taping to your foot and ankle to improve the biomechanics of the foot and unload the shin. Your physiotherapist will also give advice regarding appropriate ways to modify your training and advise you in self-management techniques such as foam rolling, stretching and icing/heating. Finally the therapist will give you  exercises to improve strength and control at the foot, ankle, knee and hip.

How long will my pain last?

Unfortunately the best answer is: it depends. Your recovery time very much depends on how sensitised the shin bone is. If you have had shin pain for a long time it’s likely to take longer for the shin bone to become less sensitive. It is also very dependent on your activity level. If you continue to push through painful activity it will add continued stress to the shin bone and your condition will take much longer to settle. Your Dr7 Physiotherapist will be able to give you an indication of your prognosis once they have performed a clinical assessment.

 

If you think you are experiencing shin pain book an appointment at Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry.

 

Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry provides services to the suburbs of Yokine, Tuart Hill, Osborne Park, Stirling, Nollamara, Dianella, North Perth and surrounding suburbs. Our friendly Physiotherapists and Podiatrists have appointments available Monday-Saturday.

Bookings are available on our website or over the phone.

Dr7 Physiotherapy Perth Exercise Program

Conditions Physiotherapy Treats | Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry

Acupuncture, Aged Care, Arthritis, Asthma, BUPA, Cancer, Cardiovascular Disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease COPD, Chronic Pain, Diabetes, Dry Needling, Exercise, Falls and Fractures, Hydrotherapy, Hydrotherapy Exercises, Hydrotherapy Pool Perth, Lower back pain, Medicare EPCs, Medicare physio, medicare podiatry, Myofascial, Neck Pain, Osteoporosis, Pain, perth hydrotherapy, Perth Physiotherapy, perth podiatry, perth remedial massage, Trigger Points, Wrist and Hand Injuries, yokine hydrotherapy, Yokine Physiotherapy, yokine podiatry, yokine remedial massage, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

What Conditions Physiotherapy Treats, Prevents, or Manages

A physiotherapist is trained and licensed to diagnose physical abnormalities, promote physical activity and proper function, maintain physical function, and restore physical function and mobility.

Manual Release, Myofascial Release
Manual Release, Myofascial Release

 

This is why physiotherapy, similar to what Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry offers, is beneficial for people of all ages, but most especially, for seniors in home care or aged care residences. With musculoskeletal functions going through changes as people age, any strategy that can help deal with such problems would be most welcome.

Conditions That Can Be Treated by Physiotherapy

Arthritis

This is a condition that can cause joint pain, stiffness, and heat. Physiotherapy can help manage symptoms and provide pain relief through exercise and other forms of therapy. There are exercise programmes that you can take advantage of.

Asthma

Physiotherapists can help asthma patients by showing them how to retrain breathing and to breathe in a more relaxed way. They can also recommend activity and exercises that can help manage asthma.

Back Pain

Managing back pain is among the speciality of physiotherapists and seeing one can mean speedy recovery and future prevention. Physiotherapy may involve manual treatments, exercise, acupuncture, and other ways to treat and prevent back pain.

Osteoporosis

Don’t wait for osteoporosis to lead to broken bones, especially when you are at an age where falls and fractures are common. Once diagnosed, you should see a physiotherapist right away, so he can recommend ways to prevent thinning of bones, strengthen bones and muscles, manage pain, and reduce falls.

Chronic Pain

Physiotherapy can help manage the condition and minimise its impact on a patient’s life. If you are suffering from chronic pain, reducing its intensity is a welcome relief. Physiotherapists can also provide massage, hands-on treatments, and other options to manage long-term pain.

Neck Pain

The kind of neck pain that physiotherapists treat is unlike the ordinary pain that you may sometimes experience. It is a musculoskeletal disorder that also includes repetitive strain injury and back pain. Apart from hands-on treatments, such as acupuncture and manual therapy, physiotherapy will also create exercise programmes and provide tips that meet your needs and provide pain relief.

Cardiovascular Disease

Heart attack, stroke, and angina are just some of the problems that seniors may face. One way to prevent these is to exercise and stay active, something physiotherapy can help with. But that’s not all. Physiotherapists also offer cardiac rehabilitation programmes that can improve your quality of life and health.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Pulmonary rehabilitation programmes are considered extremely effective in treating this particular condition, and a physiotherapist is one of the most important health professionals who make up the team that runs the programmes.

Falls and Fractures

What physiotherapist can do is to improve balance, help reduce the risk of falling, strengthen bones, and advise on activities that will maintain or improve your mobility.

Diabetes

What physiotherapists can offer diabetes patients are strategies to help manage lifestyle changes and ensure blood glucose levels are kept under control. These include a healthy diet, exercise regimen, and assessment for a foot splint in case a dropped foot is developed.

Cancer

Research shows that exercise can increase a cancer patient’s chances of survival or prevent some cancers from coming back. Physiotherapy can help keep patients active and find ways to treat side effects such as lymphoedema, osteoporosis, and tiredness.

Other conditions that physiotherapy can treat, prevent, and/or manage are high blood pressure, Parkinson’s disease, incontinence, and multiple sclerosis.

The same health professionals will also provide recommendations for occupational health and rehabilitation programmes.

Needless to say, young and old alike can benefit from what physiotherapists can offer, whether they are affected by the conditions listed above or not. With the kind of preventative tips that they can provide, seeking their help will definitely work to your advantage.

With this in mind, get in touch with Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry on 9349 1777 to make a booking.

We are well located to provide physiotherapy, podiatry, hydrotherapy and massage Yokine, Dianella, Joondana, Tuart Hill, Osborne Park, Coolbinia, Mount Lawley, Bedford, Inglewood, Balcatta, Stirling, Nollamara and surrounding Perth communities.

We have been providing friendly and professional physiotherapy, podiatry, hydrotherapy and massage treatment since 2001.

Hydrotherapy Perth

Antenatal Hydrotherapy Perth, Aqua Fit, BUPA, Exercise, Hydrotherapy, Hydrotherapy Exercises, Hydrotherapy Pool Perth, Lower back pain, Medicare EPCs, Medicare physio, Pain, perth hydrotherapy, Perth Physiotherapy, Postnatal Hydrotherapy Perth, pregnancy hydrotherapy, Uncategorized, Womens Health, yokine hydrotherapy, Yokine Physiotherapy, , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry offers hydrotherapy Perth services to people in the Northern suburbs of Perth such as Yokine, Mount Lawley, Joondanna, Tuart Hill, Coolbinia, Balcatta, Stirling, Nollamara, Dianella, Osborne Park and surrounding suburbs. We have a 12m hydrotherapy pool ranging from 1.1m to 1.8m in depth at the back of Dr7 Physio Perth. The hydrotherapy pool is heated at 33 degrees and is opened from 7am to 6:30pm from Monday to Friday and 8am to 11:30am on Saturdays.

 

Dr7 Physiotherapy Podiatry Massage and Hydrotherapy Perth
Dr7 Physiotherapy Podiatry Massage and Hydrotherapy Perth

 

You can come in to see a physio in the hydrotherapy pool or have our physios personally write out a hydrotherapy exercises sheet for you to follow. We are a BUPA preferred clinic or BUPA members first program participant so if you are a BUPA member you will have better rates when coming in for physiotherapy and podiatry treatment. We also do bulk billing Medicare for physiotherapy and podiatry so all costs will be covered by Perth Medicare as long as you have a enhanced primary care plan from your GP.

 

Dr7 Physiotherapy & Podiatry
Bupa Members First
Dr7 Physiotherapy & Podiatry

download

 

Some common injuries that hydrotherapy can assist with include lower back pain, back pain, knee pain and post op rehabilitation. Exercising in a hydrotherapy pool can decrease the resistance and also lighten your body so you would not be weighed down by your own body weight.

 

We offer:

Rehab Sessions (1 on 1 hydrotherapy sessions) code number 560

for $37 and is rebatable by your private health fund.

Times we offer:

Monday:

Tess: 9:20am, 9:40am, 10am   Lawrence 11:40am, 12:00pm, 12:20pm

Wednesday:

Tess: 12:40pm, 1:00pm    Lawrence: 10:00am

Friday:

Tess: 12:20pm, 12:40pm     Lawrence: 9:20am, 9:40am, 10:00am

 

One on one sessions with one of our physios
One on one sessions with one of our physios

 

Arthritis Class code number 560

for $25 and is rebatable by your private health fund.

Times we offer:

Monday:

Tess: 8:30am     Lawrence: 10:30am

Tuesday:

Lawrence: 9:00am

Wednesday:

Tess: 1:30pm     Lawrence: 10:30am

Thursday:

Lawrence: 9:00am

Friday:

Lawrence: 10:30am

 

Arthritis class instructed by one of our physios
Arthritis class instructed by one of our physios

 

Unsupervised Hydrotherapy:

Single entry: $12.00             Block of 10 entries: $85.00         Not rebatable by private health fund.

You are allowed to come in between these times for unsupervised hydrotherapy:

Monday: 7:00am – 8:00am        1:30pm – 6:30pm

Tuesday: 7:00am – 8:45am        10:00am – 6:30pm

Wednesday: 7:00am – 8:30am      11:15am – 12:00pm      3:00pm – 6:30pm

Thursday: 7:00am – 8:45am       10:00am – 6:30pm

Friday: 7:00am – 8:00am          1:30pm – 6:30pm

Saturday: 8:00am – 11:30am

 

So call us today on 9349 1777 to make a booking with a Physiotherapist or Podiatrist today.

We are well located to provide physiotherapy, podiatry, hydrotherapy and massage to  Yokine, Dianella, Joondana, Tuart Hill, Osborne Park, Coolbinia, Mount Lawley, Bedford, Inglewood, Balcatta, Stirling, Nollamara and surrounding Perth communities.

We have been providing friendly and professional physiotherapy, podiatry, hydrotherapy and massage treatment since 2001.

Dr7 Physiotherapy

What To Expect From Physiotherapy

Uncategorized, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

If you are heading into your first physiotherapy consultation, you might be feeling nervous. You are already in pain,  might be worried about the condition and the prognosis and additionally, you might also be uncertain about the session itself. You don’t know what to expect. Even if you’re dealing with a medical professional, you probably can’t help but feel a little unease. Are they good? Experienced? All this confusion is normal. At Dr7 Physiotherapy Perth and Inner Northern suburbs, we will make you at ease and set you on your path to recovery.

To help ease these concerns, we’ll outline how a typical treatment plan will go. We hope that this will help you better understand how the process works.

The initial session begins with our experienced physiotherapist looking for a way to gain an understanding of the patient. The source and the cause of the discomfort is the focus, but the questions will vary.

In many cases, relevant documentation and a full examination are the starts. Questions asked may include things like medical history, general physical condition, and any existing illnesses or problems. The key here is getting a complete picture of you along with the condition that needs treatment.

You’ll want to keep your clothing loose and comfortable. Physiotherapy assessment often requires you to move or do some physical tests, as a means of assessing mobility , strength and range of motion.

Reflex and nerve testing might happen. It varies based on the condition.

In cases where clothing covers the pained area, you might be asked to remove it. This is, so the therapist gets a better view of the troubled area. Try to not wear anything tight or  clothing that would take a long time to remove or put back on. You will be in a screened-off treatment area and draping with towels are used as appropriate.

After the observation, you’ll get a proposed treatment plan.

The therapist will determine how many sessions are needed. What might just be a few sessions for one could end up taking weeks for another. There is no singular approach, but instead, things are adjusted to fit specific individuals. Different conditions and different degrees of the same condition will affect treatment session and progress.

The average session lasts only about half an hour but this will vary based on the individual.

Treatment techniques vary and may include massage, joint mobilisation and manipulation, taping , acupunture ( dry needling ), electro-therapy such as ultrasound, interferential and TENS, laser. Specific exercises will be outlined for your condition. Education and advice is a vital part of a good physiotherapy session. Hands on treatment is important in most cases, but ironically it’s the physio’s knowledge and their words that will benefit your recovery the most.

Dr7 Physiotherapy is here to help. Please contact us if you have any further questions.

Dr7 Physiotherapy & Podiatry

Dr7 Physiotherapy Podiatry BUPA members first

Blisters, BUPA, Calluses, Corns, Cupping, Diabetes, Dry Needling, Exercise, Hydrotherapy, Hydrotherapy Pool Perth, Lower back pain, Medicare EPCs, Medicare physio, medicare podiatry, Pain, perth hydrotherapy, Perth Physiotherapy, perth podiatry, private health, Trigger Points, Wrist and Hand Injuries, yokine hydrotherapy, Yokine Physiotherapy, yokine podiatry, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry Yokine is calling out to all BUPA members as we are a BUPA preferred clinic- aka Bupa members first. Since June 1st, 2016, Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry Yokine is part of the BUPA Members First Network. This means that BUPA members will receive a discounted rate on initial and subsequent consultations for physiotherapy and podiatry, as well as 60% – 100% rebate for these services. Also, there will be NO out-of-pocket expense for physiotherapy and podiatry services for dependent kids under 25.

BUPA Rates:

Our Prices at Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry Nollamara for 2017:

Physiotherapy: Initial $85 ,Subsequent:$75

Physiotherapy with BUPA: Initial: $83.50 ,Subsequent:$69

Podiatry: Initial $85 ,Subsequent: $75

Podiatry with BUPA: Initial $75 ,Subsequent: $65

Dr7 Physiotherapy Tuart Hill lets patients use the hydrotherapy pool for free after each physiotherapy consult. Dr7 Hydrotherapy Yokine allows patients to exercise and relax in the easy access 10 metre length pool and ranges from 1.1 metre to 1.8 metre in depth.

If you are with BUPA, under 25 and still a dependent child on your parents health cover come visit Dr7 Physiotherapy Joondanna for a fully covered consult. Dr7 Podiatry Osborne Park also offers the same fully covered consult if you are still under your parents health cover.

Did you know if you book via our Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiarty Coolbinia website (www.dr7physioandpod.com.au) its available 24/7 just click on the link and it will show you times and our practitioners. Select your preferred practitioner, day and time and book it in. You may also contact us on 9349 1777 from 7am to 7pm to book in appointments.

Contact us or BUPA if you have any further questions.

We are well located to provide physiotherapy, podiatry, hydrotherapy and massage to  Yokine, Dianella, Joondana, Tuart Hill, Osborne Park, Coolbinia, Mount Lawley, Bedford, Inglewood, Balcatta, Stirling, Nollamara and surrounding Perth communities.

We have been providing friendly and professional physiotherapy, podiatry, hydrotherapy and massage treatment since 2001.