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$36 Physio and Podiatry Private Initial Consultation

$36 Physio and Podiatry Private Initial Consultation*

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 “$36”
  5. Inform reception upon arrival that you are claiming ‘$36’ 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 – until 31st December 2018.
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 “$36” special offer.

 

Hydrotherapy Perth

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.

 

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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.

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What To Expect From Physiotherapy

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.

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What is physiotherapy?

What is physiotherapy? Physiotherapy is a medical practice that is designed to help patients with injuries. The aim is to restore mobility and flexibility. In most cases, their services are called in to help patients recovering from injury or disease.

A physiotherapist is a qualified, well-trained individual. They work in concert with doctors to provide a physical element to the recovery. Like all medical personnel, they work so the patient can get better and be given the tools to remain healthy.

Physiotherapists use a variety of techniques and go over various data. Their tasks require them to make assessments, diagnosis and prescribe treatments for a broad range of conditions. Movement disorders, joint issues, injuries, and other mobility-related problems are part of their expertise.

However, the practice is not limited to post-injury treatment. They can also be called upon to provide regimens meant to prevent injury or promote better health. Physical rehabilitation and maintenance of mobility, along with aid in particular chronic disease management programs, is not unusual.

A typical physiotherapist in Australia will have an education in patient education and occupational health.

You might be wondering: why would I need a physiotherapist? The first inclination is to think that you don’t and never will. An injury-free lifestyle and a healthy diet, along with exercise, seems like a good recipe for keeping the doctor at bay.

However, various people might come to a physiotherapist to address a variety of concerns. Even those who are perfectly healthy may decide to consult one, in the interest of staying in good health. It helps that the discipline can address a broad range of needs.

Cardiovascular and respiratory therapy are everyday actions for physio Dianella.

The heart and lungs are like the body’s engine, making sure that all the right stuff is pumped into all the right places. Physiotherapy regimens can help rehabilitate people living at risk of many hearts and lung-related conditions, such as asthma.

The physio Osborne Park practice can also provide technique’s to help recover from surgery involving the cardiovascular or respiratory systems.

Cancer is also a possible cause you might seek physiotherapy Dianella.

Lymphoedema, palliative care, and other cancer-related needs can be addressed through the right regimens. Physiotherapists can devise programs that include the treatment and management of the fatigue associated with the cancer treatments.

At the same time, they can aid in deconditioning and alleviating the muscle and joint stiffness. These are sometimes known to be side effects of certain types of cancer treatment.

The elderly can also reap a variety of benefits. Exercise and physical activity – as directed by physiotherapy Dianella – can help improve the quality of life for senior citizens.

Older individuals can use physiotherapy to improve their mobility in the wake of incontinence, osteoporosis, and other conditions. A regimen can also be designed to aid in remaining mobile and active, even in their old physical state.

Physiotherapy can also help the old address continence issues.

Women’s health is also an area that may benefit. Pregnancy, bowel control, post-partum care, pre-birth exercises, and menopause are all areas where physiotherapy can offer assistance.

Some neurological concerns may also be addressed.

Neurology and physiotherapy converge in the areas of damage to the spinal cord or brain. Injuries and trauma may reduce mobility or quality of life. A combination of neurological efforts and physiotherapy regimens can reduce the problem, particularly for conditions such as Parkinson’s or multiple sclerosis.

Orthopaedic concerns are also covered.

Physiotherapy Yokine can help the management of acute or chronic conditions. Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and amputations are some areas that the practice can help with. They are also part of the rehabilitation program for orthopaedic surgery.

Musculoskeletal areas can also benefit from physiotherapy. The primary focus here lies in preventing strain and injury. Techniques can also address some underlying problems, such as limited mobility, or neck and back pain.

Physiotherapy Dianella can also assist various occupational health concerns. The practices and exercises can support the overall well-being of workers. They can also help in reducing the risk of injury or disease and address safety hazards.

There are other areas where a physiotherapist Joondanna might be able to offer help. Consult with one to make sure. Other areas where physio Dianella might help include men recovering from testicular cancer. Physio Yokine can also assist various paediatric concerns.

You might be curious about the average physiotherapy Osborne Park session. Below you’ll find a description of how things tend to go so that you can get an idea for yourself.

The session – indeed, your entire relationship with a physiotherapist – begins with questions. The therapist will ask about your overall health and various other queries, intent on getting an idea about your unique needs and condition. The treatment will depend on what is learned at this stage.

Assessment and diagnosis of what the patient needs follows, using information on the condition. The goal at this point is to know what would be required, which informs the plan and regimen.

This is also the point where the therapist inquires about the patient’s goals. Some patients want to run marathons, while others want to remain physically mobile even in old age. What they want will affect what the therapist will recommend.

A therapist will work with you in setting those goals. Sometimes, you might set a goal that is far too advanced or beyond your body’s current abilities. A physiotherapist can help keep the objectives from being impossible but still challenging. Physio Joondanna can be a huge help for you.

Finally, a treatment plan is developed. Physical aids and exercise will usually be part of this, along with changes to lifestyle and general health. The result is a comprehensive plan meant to make your life better, while also helping you achieve your goal at a steady pace.

Physio Tuart Hill can assist you in having a better quality of life. The holistic approach and the ties with other medical practices mean that you are getting comprehensive care and the attention of a professional. Physiotherapy Tuart Hill might be a good idea for you and your overall health.

 

New Hydrotherapy Aqua Fit class

Introducing a new Hydrotherapy Aqua Fit class starting this week at Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry, Aqua Fit is a high intensity and low impact workout in our Hydrotherapy pool. Warmed at a constant 34 degrees Celsius and water resistance makes the work out more intense but with fewer injuries.

Benefits of Hydrotherapy:

  • Post operation of knee and hip replacement – people may not be able to put their full body weight on the operated area so therefore it will encourage the patients to walk properly in their rehabilitation without the weight in the pool.
  • Arthritis – with experiencing pain in their joints doing exercises may take a toll on the body on land but in warm water it can eliminate the stiffness and soreness of the joints and you may exercise pain free.
  • Sports injury/Recovery – the warmth of the water would loosen up tight muscles and encourages relaxation and speed the healing process.
  • It may boost the immune system allowing efficient function of the organs and also increasing metabolic rate and digestion.

Benefits of Aqua Fit (exercising in warm water):

  • Improves your aerobic fitness and flexibility by reducing the weight while exercising in the warm water.
  • Low impact exercising for muscles and joints
  • Improves strength and balance
  • Post natal training and injury rehabilitation

The classes will be on every Friday at 12pm to 12:40pm instructed by Tess our very own physiotherapist and personal trainer. Cost of the class is $37 and is either fully covered or partly covered by your private health, limited spots available.

Tess, Lawrence and Emma also instructs the arthritis classes on a daily basis:

Tess:
Monday 8:30am
Friday 8:30am

Lawrence:
Monday 10:30am
Tuesday 9am
Thursday 9am
Friday 10:30am

Emma:
Wednesday: 10:30am and 1:30pm

Cost of the class is $25 and is either fully covered or partly covered by your private health, limited spots available.

So give Dr7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry a call today on 9349 1777 to make a booking or visit our pages:

https://www.facebook.com/PhysioExperts

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Physiotherapy Perth – BUPA MEMBERS FIRST

Exciting news!
From June 1st, 2016, DR7 Physiotherapy and Podiatry will become 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. Contact us or BUPA if you have any further questions.

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Physio Yokine – Are you in Pain?

Pain – no one wants it and we try our best to resolve it but sometimes it just doesn’t go away. There are 2 different types that we experience, depending on the onset and duration – acute or chronic. 
Acute pain is felt at the time of an injury or accident, and is an extremely useful function that tells us there is damage in our body, which requires treatment, and disappears soon when the injury heals. Physiotherapy is very effective dealing with these issues. Continue reading Physio Yokine – Are you in Pain?
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Physiotherapy Perth – Welcoming new and returning staff!

Carmen is an experienced podiatrist who has started with us recently. She joins our podiatry team on a part time basis and has a special interest in the management and care of elderly and diabetic patients.

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Ian, our physio of more than 10 years, returns to our physiotherapy team after a 6 month break. He is looking forward to catching up and helping out his previous clients and welcome all new ones.

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Vicky, our massage therapist of 2 years has increased her shifts due to the departure of Maria. She is available afternoons and Saturday mornings.

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Hydrotherapy Perth – Pregnancy Hydrotherapy/ Physiotherapy

 

Pregnancy can bring with it many unwanted aches and pains in the body. Low impact exercise in a heated hydrotherapy pool is the best way to alleviate these pains in a completely safe environment for little bub!!

At Dr7 Physiotherapy we run several classes weekly in our purpose built hydrotherapy. The classes are run by our physiotherapist Katie Starke who has 5 years experience in the womens health field with Saint John of God Hospital.

Call to speak to one of our friendly receptionists to find out more.

9349 1777

www.dr7physioandpod.com.au

 

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Hydrotherapy Perth – Antenatal Hydrotherapy Classes Perth

Are you expecting a little bundle of joy soon?

Exciting times that can unfortunately leave you sore all over, especially the low back!

Hydrotherapy in a heated pool (34C) is an excellent way to relieve stress on the body and help to stretch and strengthen the muscles, in a low impact environment. Perfect for pregnant mums!!

Due to recent demand Dr7 Hydrotherapy is now taking enrollment’s for next years antenatal hydrotherapy classes.

The classes will start in early February  2016 and be run on Tuesday and Thursday evenings by our womens health physiotherapist Katie Starke.

Katie has many years  experience in the women’s health field and is passionate about helping you understand your body and reach your goals.

*Classes will run for 45min to 1 hr, cost $30 per class ($250 for a block of 10). Rebate-able by your private health insurance.

*Obstetrician or supervising GP referral required

BOOK NOW!!