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PART TIME – CASUAL POSITION – RECEPTIONIST – PHYSIOTHERAPY PRACTICE

                        NOW HIRING! Our busy Physiotherapy practice in Hoppers Crossing requires an experienced Receptionist who can work in a team environment but also independently. Our ideal candidate should possess excellent customer service and communication skills, be able to manage and multitask telephone calls in a professional manner whilst scheduling of appointments, providing information to patients and processing payments. Good tying skills and use of a dictation machine are also…

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TMJ Dysfunction

The Temporo-Mandibular Joint (TMJ) allows movement of jaw in relation to the skull. A number of muscles attached to the skull and jawbone cause the jawbone to move as the mouth is opened and closed. The joint contains cartilage disc lubricated by fluid to ensure movement is smooth and frictionless. TMJ dysfunction is a very common problem affecting up to 33% of individuals within their lifetime. TMJ symptoms may occur on one or both sides of the jaw. Why does…

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5 Physio Tips for Healthy Eating

5 Physio Tips for Healthy Eating Your dietary intake and eating habits have the most influential means of determining how you feel and perform on a daily basis. By following some basic dietary principles, not only can you feel and function better, but you can also significantly increase your ability to fight and resist disease! 1. Drink plenty of water. It’s recommended to drink 8 glasses a day and more if you’re doing physical activity or in the hot weather.…

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Nothing Like a Good Night’s Sleep!

Sleep is an investment in your health and wellbeing. Yet, we all try to cram so much into our days, that we end up stealing our precious sleep time, to our inevitable detriment! Then, we are so wired when we finally get to bed, that we can’t sleep! But, as sleep is a prized goal for optimal mental and physical health, what should we do? Here are some useful pointers: 1. Reduce the temperature in your bedroom to between 18C…

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Netball Injuries

Netball is a game of fast movements, including jumping, throwing and rapid changes of direction. Injuries involving the knee and foot are a common consequence. While fitness helps, good jumping and landing techniques, a thorough warm-up before the game, and cool-down after the game will help prevent injury. Should you become injured, it is important to see a qualified physiotherapist for a rehabilitation program tailored specifically for you. The physiotherapists at Hoppers Physiotherapy are well trained to do this. They…

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Medibank Private is no longer Hoppers Physio’s preferred provider

Dear Valued Patient, Hoppers Physio has been a Preferred Provider for Medibank Private for 10+ years. Over this time,Medibank Private Health Insurance has controlled our amount of remuneration for physiotherapy services. Medibank Private are not providing you the customer the benefit that brings rates in line with current consumer rates. We believe, as a result, being a Preferred Provider influences the way we treat you. Over the past 5 years, Medibank Private has made little to no changes in the…

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A Pain in the Back!

Lower back pain is a widespread problem.  7 to 9 out of every 10 Australians will suffer from it at some time in their lives. In fact, 3.7 million Australians currently have back problems, according to The Australian Bureau of Statistics National Health Survey of 2014-15. Luckily, the problem is rarely serious, but can still interfere with daily life and your enjoyment of activities. The good news is, help is available without the need for invasive procedures or heavy drugs.…

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Flexible Flat Feet in Children

Throughout childhood, the posture and alignment of children’s joints change as they mature to into adults. When children are born, their ligaments are loose and flexible to allow for ease during birth. As they grow, these ligaments usually tighten over time to provide increased support for their joints. One common observation that many parents notice is “flat feet” or flattened arches of the feet. This is a common trait in many infants, children and adults. Most young children have flexible…

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Thoracic Pain and Stiffness

  What is the mid and upper back (thoracic spine)? The thoracic spine refers to the upper and middle back. It joins the cervical spine and extends down about five inches past the bottom of the shoulder blades, where it connects with the lumbar spine. There are 12 thoracic vertebrae, with 12 ribs that attach along its length. At Hoppers Physio, we also include the shoulder blades, and all associated shoulder blade and spinal muscles in the area as mid and…

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Bike Set Up & Cycle Assessment

Have you considered a bike set up & cycle assessment by a professional physiotherapist?   A bike set up by a physiotherapist will ensure that your biked is adjusted for your body will ensure that you can maximise your performance and should eliminate the common complaints of regular riders. A clinical cyclist assessments will examine important factors such as your body measurements flexibility, posture and technique.  A correct individual bike set up will result in reduced incidence of injury and…

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