Get help with movement, mobility, injuries and pain
Physiotherapists are here to support you to move better, feel stronger, and live more comfortably in your body. If pain, injury, or physical limitations are getting in the way of your daily life, a physiotherapist works with you to restore movement and improve function.
Our physios have a good understanding of how to manage a range of conditions that affect muscles, joints, bones and nerves. They develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs.
This might include:
- hands-on therapy
- specific exercises, based on what they find on assessment
- group exercise programs, some including health education
- re-learning movement, or finding new strategies to move
- education to help you understand and manage your condition.
They can also assess you for walking aids such as sticks, crutches and frames.
The physiotherapist will work with you, your GP and any other health professions to help you do everyday activities more easily, focusing on what matters most to you.
We offer one-on-one consultations and group programs to help with things like:
- rehabilitation after an injury or surgery
- managing pain and discomfort
- improving movement, strength and flexibility
- balance training and reducing the risk of falls
- improving your mobility and independence at home and in the community
- tailored movement and exercise programs for long-term health.
- supporting pelvic health and continence
- improving breathing and dizziness
- helping babies with head tilt and head shape problems
- helping children with walking-related issues – also see our children’s feet and leg clinics
If you live in the Banyule Local Government Area
How we offer services will currently depends on where you are based and your age. For those aged over 65 years (50 years for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders), see our Physiotherapy for older people page.
You do not need a referral to see a physiotherapist, however if you have X-rays, Ultrasound or MRI results that are relevant to your condition, we recommend you bring them to your first appointment.
- If you are in the Banyule Local Government Area, call 9450 2000.
Holstep Health services in the Banyule Local Government Area is also available as part of your NDIS Plan.
Referrals to our service are prioritised according to level of need; therefore, some people may have to wait longer than others for the service.
65 years and over (50 years and over for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)
You will need a referral through: My Aged Care
See our Physiotherapy for older people service.
We also provide a limited home visiting service for Merri-bek and Banyule residents who are over 65.
This service is offered at a reduced cost for people with greater health, financial, or social needs. To learn more, please contact us on 9450 2000.
Locations
| Monday | 8.30am - 4.30pm |
| Tuesday | 8.30am - 4.30pm |
| Wednesday | 8.30am - 4.30pm |
| Thursday | 8.30am - 4.30pm |
| Friday | 8.30am - 4pm |
| Monday | 8am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 4pm |
In your home – contact us for more details on 9450 2000.
If you live in the Merri Bek Local Government Area (and immediate surroundings)
How we offer services will currently depends on where you are based and your age.
For those aged over 65 years (50 years for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders), see our Physiotherapy for older people page.
You do not need a referral to see a physiotherapist, however if you have X-rays, Ultrasound or MRI results that are relevant to your condition, we recommend you bring them to your first appointment.
- Call 1300 637 744 intake for Coburg, Brunswick, Fawkner or Glenroy
We also accept referrals from medical and other health professionals. They can complete this online form.
Referrals to our service are prioritised according to level of need; therefore, some people may have to wait longer than others for the service.
65 years and over (50 years and over for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)
You will need a referral through: My Aged Care
See our Physiotherapy for older people service.
We also provide a limited home visiting service for Merri-bek and Banyule residents who are over 65
*Nursing home, hostel residents and those covered by a compensable claim like TAC/WorkCover, are not eligible for community health services.
Clients with certain conditions, such as a recent stroke requiring rehabilitation may be referred to a more appropriate service.
This service is offered at a reduced cost for people with greater health, financial, or social needs. To learn more, please contact us on 1300 637 744.
Locations
| Monday | 8.30am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8.30am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8.30am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8.30am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8.30am - 5pm |
| Sat (dental) | 8.30am - 12.30pm |
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Monday | 9am - 5pm* |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm* |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm* |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm* |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm* |
| *Closed | 1pm - 2pm |
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
In your home – contact us for more details on 1300 637 744.
More information
In your first session with the physio, you can expect:
- an assessment of your condition
- working together on a treatment (and/or prevention) plan that will consider your goals, lifestyle, activities, and general health
- advice on your condition and ways to manage it, based on what researchers tell us. This will include a group program, where appropriate
- a tailored exercise program for you to do at home.
Wear suitable, loose-fitting clothing to your appointment. The physiotherapist may ask you to expose affected body part as part of assessment and treatment but if you are uncomfortable doing so, let them know.
Yes, you can contact our service access team on behalf of your family member to discuss their referral.
Discover more
Children’s feet and leg clinics
We offer clinics for children who have concerns with their feet, legs or walking patterns.
Exercise physiology for older people
Our exercise physiologists can help you move more, feel better, and live well.