Total Physiotherapy welcome clients who are self-managed under the NDIS. The NDIS provides support to eligible people with intellectual, physical, sensory, cognitive and psychosocial disability.
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BackFit Program
Our BackFit Program is an exercise based program designed to help individuals safely return to the gym and exercise following a back injury. This program is run by Exercise Physiologist Emily House and consists of an initial exercise physiology assessment, followed by eight group exercise classes which are run weekly. These classes…
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Diabetes Strong + Fit Program
Our Diabetes Strong + Fit Program is a nine-week program designed to help individuals with Type 2 Diabetes increase their insulin sensitivity and better manage this condition. This program is delivered in accordance with a Type 2 Diabetes GP referral, which offers a rebate on all sessions. About the program: This program is run by…
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BalanceFit
BalanceFit Classes by Total Physiotherapy Manly Vale Our new BalanceFit Class is a gentle exercise class, in a small group setting (maximum 4 participants), run by Physiotherapist Gunda Lehmann. The class emphasis is on balance, strengthening and mobility exercises, consisting of exercises in both sitting and standing positions. Our BalanceFit Class is ideal…
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GLA:D PROGRAM
Do you suffer from hip or knee joint pain? Do you want to learn more about how you can manage hip or knee pain? Do you want to know the right exercises to decrease pain? If yes - the GLA:D program might be the answer for you! Watch our video of what exactly the GLA:D…
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Psychology
Psychology Services Mental Health & Wellbeing Psychology services at Total Physiotherapy work with adolescents and adults experiencing challenges across the lifespan ranging from mental health issues (i.e. anxiety, mood disorders, grief/loss), ingrained life patterns, to navigating change, improving relationships or enhancing wellbeing. The Psychologist at Total Physiotherapy will work with you to not only promote insight into why…
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Athlete Screening
Athlete Injury Screening Musculoskeletal screening As a New South Wales Institute of Sport accredited provider and Olympic athlete provider, Total Physiotherapy – Manly Vale, offers musculoskeletal screens for all sports from athletics and gymnastics to snowsports and yachting. A screening assesses each joint and muscle length and strength with consideration of the sport you are…
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Acupuncture & Dry Needling
Acupuncture Our physiotherapists will sometimes use acupuncture or dry needling to complement your hands-on treatment. It can be useful in pain reduction and the relaxation of muscle spasm. Some of our therapists are trained in acupuncture for musculoskeletal problems using traditional acupuncture points from the Chinese “meridian” system. Other therapists use the “dry needle” technique…
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Real Time Ultrasound
We use real time ultrasound over an area to visualize muscle activity and assess if this function is optimal for you. It is most useful in assessing the deep abdominal or “core” muscles, it can also be used for the hip, small muscles of the back and the ability of pelvic floor muscles to elevate…
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Orthotics
Foot and arch position can be a factor contributing to pain in the feet, knees, hips or back. If we find this is a factor in your case, we can customise heat-moulded orthotics to provide your foot with optimal support. Orthotics can be made to suit adults, children and women's shoes/high heels/dance shoes.
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Sports Injuries
Sports Injury Rehab Whilst the management principles of sports injuries do not differ greatly from other injuries, our team’s experience in sport helps to provide you with expert care. We will diagnose the injury and subsequently devise and implement a treatment plan and time frame for recovery - particularly late-stage sports specific exercises for you to…
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Post-operative Rehabilitation
Post op Rehab We can assist you with post-operative rehabilitation – e.g. following surgery for injury such as fractures, ligament repair (eg. ACL), tendon repair or surgery for arthritis such as a hip or knee replacement. Our treatment will assist you with pain relief, help you to regain movement and strengthen muscles particularly in regard to…
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Women’s Health, Men’s Health & Pelvic Health
Women's Health Physiotherapy Continence and Women's Health is a specific area of physiotherapy that requires additional training to provide management of problems that can occur in women throughout life. Louise, Rebecca and Laura have pursued a high level of continuing education and have extensive experience in this area. Watch our Real Time Ultrasound Video by…
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Hand Physiotherapy
Hand Physiotherapy Services At Total Physiotherapy, we have experienced clinicians whose area of interest is in the treatment of the hand and upper limb. With 27 bones and 42 muscles, the hand and wrist provide us with a number of vital functions for day-to-day life. We use our hands constantly in our daily tasks, from…
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Paediatric Physiotherapy (0-18yrs)
Paediatric Physiotherapy Total Physiotherapy offers specialist paediatric physiotherapy treatment for children from infants to school age for issues with movement and their musculoskeletal systems. Fiona Elliott has an expertise in treating children. Some indications your child would benefit from a paediatric physiotherapy are: Infants with flat head or neck turn to one side (torticollis and…
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SeniorFit Exercise Classes
SeniorFit Exercise (previously known as Over 60s) Move well and stay well with our gentle exercise classes for seniors. Maintain and restore your strength, balance, flexibility, circulation and mobility for the future with our very popular and fun group exercise class. The classes are designed and run by physiotherapists. Using light weights and graded resistance…
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Exercise Physiology
Exercise Physiology Programs We are able to offer specific gym based exercise programs at Manly Vale under the guidance of a fully qualified exercise physiologist Jo Lindsay in either small groups or as individual sessions - targeting patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, chronic pain or post-operative care. Exercise physiology is ideal for…
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Online Clinical Exercise Classes
At Total Physiotherapy, we are now offering online clinical mat classes + our usual in studio clinical equipment, mat and functional fitness classes. Clinical Equipment Timetable Clinical Mat Timetable Gym Timetable Clinical Exercise Classes Led by Experienced Physiotherapists Following a thorough assessment with a physiotherapist, including using real-time ultrasound to assess your abdominal muscle strength,…
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Massage
Our experienced massage therapists offer appointments into the evening and every Saturday. We are able to offer a variety of massage techniques to suit all needs: Relaxation Remedial Sports Oncology Relaxation (Swedish) Calm the body and soothe the mind. Remedial Slightly deeper than Swedish massage to reduce muscle spasms combining classic massage strokes with more specific…
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Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy Manly Vale We are nationally and internationally experienced physiotherapists in the treatment of musculoskeletal and sports problems including – acute injuries such as ankle sprains and back pain, pre and post operative management and chronic conditions such as arthritis. Click here to book a physiotherapy appointment online or please call us on 02 9907…
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