Eramosa Physiotherapy in Somerville, Victoria, Australia | Medical and health

Eramosa Physiotherapy

Locality: Somerville, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 5977 6590

Address: 4/67 Eramosa Road 3912 Somerville, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.psmgroup.com.au/

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25.01.2022 If youre an athlete, the decision to stretch or not can be a personal one

25.01.2022 Research shows physical activity directly impacts academic development. New research has found a positive and significant association between cardio-respiratory fitness and academic achievement, meaning the fitter you are the higher your grades.

25.01.2022 Our clinic is open for business going into stage 4 restrictions. According to the DHSS guidelines, you are allowed to travel beyond 5kms for health and medical appointments. In the event you are pulled over by police, please use your SMS appointment reminder as a travel permit.... We look forward to continuing to look after your health during the next 6 weeks

25.01.2022 1 in 6 people experiences back pain, with many people believing they need a scan, but this isnt true. Jess Zhu, our most recent Physio to join the team, has enlightened us with her wisdom on ways to improve back pain.

25.01.2022 Alex Balnaves often sees patients presenting with tendon pain. Typically, if you havent done anything differently of late, and experience muscle soreness, esp after resting, or stiffness in the morning, or swelling at the site of pain. Its worth booking in with Alex, who can diagnose the problem at hand. If it is tendinopathy, he can then start you on a program to ensure you return to your daily activities, pain-free. Book with Alex Balnaves today: Eramosa - PH: (03) 5977 6590

24.01.2022 Running Injuries With the closure of gyms and sports clubs due to the COVID-19 pandemic, theres been an increase in the number of people whove taken up running for exercise. While running is a great way to improve health and fitness during this time, injuries are common and can happen for a variety of reasons:... Training errors (too much, too fast, too often). Inadequate rest. Poor conditioning of joints, muscles, bones. Footwear Biomechanics Recent research suggests that the risk of running injuries is highest in novice runners who exceed 3km in their first week (Nielsen, 2014). In most cases, running injuries dont require you to stop running. Our physiotherapists will provide you with practical tips and advice on how to manage your injury, while still working towards your fitness goals. If youre thinking about taking up running and want some advice about injury prevention, or if youve sustained an injury as a result of running, the team at Eramosa Physiotherapy are here to help. If you have any questions, please call us for more information.

24.01.2022 As mentioned in our previous post, ankle injuries are one of the most common conditions seen by physiotherapists, particularly in sport. It is important to ensure that you give your body time to gradually rebuild tolerance to impact and loading, as this will give you the best chance of preventing injuries when returning to competition. The video below contains some basic exercise examples which can help to prepare your legs for the return of sport in the near future!... Y-Balance Drill (3x pairs of socks work as markers) Calf Raise (double-leg or single-leg) Multi-directional Hopping (start small and build distance) Tag a friend who would benefit from some injury prevention advice! #eramosaphysiotherapy #physiotherapy #physio #covid19 #injuryprevention #wpba

24.01.2022 One of the most common presentations, physiotherapist Alex Balnaves sees, is overuse injuries, which 9 times out of 10 could have healed a lot faster if his patients had known about these 5 simple tips.

23.01.2022 As a parent, when we hear the kids complain about aches and pains, we often dismiss it as growing pains, telling the kids to rest up. Alex Balnaves has written a great article outlining growth-related pain, which is something physiotherapists routinely treat with a high success rate.

21.01.2022 Osteoarthritis One of the more common conditions presenting for Physiotherapy is osteoarthritis of the hip or knee. Osteoarthritis is a normal part of the dreaded process known as ageing and it carries a lot of the blame when it comes to pain and disability. ... Osteoarthritis is a progressive condition and doesnt happen overnight. Joint-related pain occurs for a variety of reasons, including: Muscle strength Changes in activity (increased exercise) Lifestyle factors (sleep, work) Stress and/or anxiety While joint replacement has long been considered the main treatment for osteoarthritis, recent research has shown that exercise can be an effective non-surgical option Read the image below to see how exercise can help improve your pain If you are experiencing joint pain and want some advice on how to improve your quality of life, please call and speak to one of our highly skilled physiotherapists

21.01.2022 Have you recently started to exercise in the hope of losing a few extra kilos and improve your health, only to experience hip pain? Our physio, Jess Zhu explains why you could be experiencing hip pain, known as gluteal tendinopathy. Book a time to discuss your hip pain with Jess. Langwarrin Sports Medicine Centre 03 9789 1233... OR Eramosa Physiotherapy 03 5977 6590 See more

20.01.2022 Injury Prevention As we have seen the return of training for various sports this week, it is important to implement strength and conditioning to sessions in order to make up for the lost training over the past 2 months. Balance and proprioceptive exercises are an important aspect of conditioning and injury prevention programs, given that almost all sports are performed with some single-leg component (jumping, running, kicking, etc).... Following on from our previous video on ankle exercises, the hip plays a vital role in maintaining control of our knee and ankle during dynamic movements. The exercises in this video provide elements of balance, proprioception, and strengthening for the hip and surrounding muscles. Single-leg Deadlift Single-leg Deadlift with weight close to body Single-leg Deadlift with weight far from body If you are interested in receiving advice regarding injury prevention, or have any questions about the exercises in this video, leave a comment below! #eramosaphysiotherapy #physiotherapy #covid19 #injuryprevention #returntosport #psmg

20.01.2022 Research shows physical activity directly impacts academic development. 'New research has found a positive and significant association between cardio-respiratory fitness and academic achievement, meaning the fitter you are the higher your grades'.

20.01.2022 Thanks, CarlyGolf it's great to hear we are positively making a difference to people's performance & enjoyment on the golf course.

19.01.2022 Alex Balnaves often sees patients presenting with tendon pain. Typically, if you haven't done anything differently of late, and experience muscle soreness, esp after resting, or stiffness in the morning, or swelling at the site of pain. It's worth booking in with Alex, who can diagnose the problem at hand. If it is tendinopathy, he can then start you on a program to ensure you return to your daily activities, pain-free. Book with Alex Balnaves today: Eramosa - PH: (03) 5977 6590

19.01.2022 As our winter sports come to an end, the distance running season is only beginning. Our physiotherapist, Brendan Young is passionate about long-distance running and has taken the time to write us some tips for distance running.

18.01.2022 Many tradies have to complete jobs that require either repetitive bending or awkward positions, so flexibility is really important to trades people. Improving flexibility requires regular stretching. Here are some great ones to try at your place of work. Why not improve your flexibility and try our "Pilates for Blokes" class at Langwarrin at 6pm. Call to book 9789 12233

16.01.2022 1/3 of tradies said they'd stretch/warm-up if their boss prioritized it. Any smart boss will know the fewer injuries means fewer sick days and increased productivity.

16.01.2022 Thanks, CarlyGolf its great to hear we are positively making a difference to peoples performance & enjoyment on the golf course.

15.01.2022 Tradies Health Month is here to remind us to look after the greatest instrument you'll ever own. 88% of tradies said they took good care of their tools. Compared to only 61% taking good care of their bodies. Make sure you take time out of your busy schedule to look after your body. With flexible appointment times, we'll find the time, and so should you. See to those niggles before it turns into chronic pain and stops you working.

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15.01.2022 Have you got a sporty Dad, or simply an over-worked Dad, whos often sore? Why not buy them a remedial or sports massage for fathers day.

14.01.2022 1 in 6 people experiences back pain, with many people believing they need a scan, but this isn't true. Jess Zhu, our most recent Physio to join the team, has enlightened us with her wisdom on ways to improve back pain.

14.01.2022 Our Physiotherapy & Pilates clinics are still OPEN. Its vital our doors stay open so we can keep injured people away from the doctors and hopsitals who are dealing with the ill. Please call or book online to make bookings.

14.01.2022 Our friends at the Australian Physiotherapy Association have set up a great website to help tradies. It lists common injuries, how a physiotherapist can help, and things you can do at home to improve your injury

13.01.2022 Have you got a sporty Dad, or simply an over-worked Dad, who's often sore? Why not buy them a remedial or sports massage for fathers day.

13.01.2022 Many people over the age of 60 will have spinal stenosis, but not experience pain. Head over to our latest blog about Spinal Stenosis, to read up on the symptoms and how our physiotherapists can help.

13.01.2022 Welcome our new Physiotherapist, Jess Zhu. Jesss clinical experiences have given her a well-rounded perspective on person-centered care and how to incorporate a holistic approach to help people achieve their best potentials in life.

12.01.2022 1/3 of tradies said theyd stretch/warm-up if their boss prioritized it. Any smart boss will know the fewer injuries means fewer sick days and increased productivity.

12.01.2022 How can Physiotherapy help with Runner's Knee?

12.01.2022 Read on to see how physiotherapy intervention can benefit patients experiencing a range of pelvic pain presentations,

11.01.2022 If Alex Balnaves isn't treating patients at Eramosa Physiotherapy, you'll find him at the basketball courts. His passion for basketball and physio was demonstrated by helping out the coaches and parents at Western Port Basketball over the weekend.

10.01.2022 Wrist sprains can be complicated injuries that require supervision and treatment to recover fully. Read more about how our physios can help.

09.01.2022 We are open for business as usual, and according to the DHSS guidelines, you are allowed to travel beyond 5kms for health and medical appointments. In the event you are pulled over by police, please use your SMS appointment reminder as a travel permit.

09.01.2022 Ankle Sprains Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries we see presenting to our clinic. Injuries to the ankle see a significant increase during winter, when sport is in full swing.... Since weve been off sport recently due to COVID-19, the numbers have dropped, however with the return of sport on the horizon, the rate of injury is likely to see a big increase. Have you or anyone you know experienced an ankle sprain? Stay tuned for some exercise to help reduce your risk of ankle injury! Comment your experience or any questions you have down below #covid19 #injuryprevention #physiotherapy #physio #sport

07.01.2022 Tradies Health Month is here to remind us to look after the greatest instrument youll ever own. 88% of tradies said they took good care of their tools. Compared to only 61% taking good care of their bodies. Make sure you take time out of your busy schedule to look after your body. With flexible appointment times, well find the time, and so should you. See to those niggles before it turns into chronic pain and stops you working.

07.01.2022 Dietitian, Kristen Adams gives us some valuable tips on nutrition for endurance runners. If you've signed up to the Melbourne Marathon, or any up-coming fun runs, this could ultimately give you the competitive advantage you've been after.

04.01.2022 If Alex Balnaves isnt treating patients at Eramosa Physiotherapy, youll find him at the basketball courts. His passion for basketball and physio was demonstrated by helping out the coaches and parents at Western Port Basketball over the weekend.

03.01.2022 Are you experiencing foot pain, tenderness at the anterior heel, limping or limited ankle range of motion? Physio, Flinn Shiel takes us through what Plantar Fasciitis looks like, and the best way to treat it.

03.01.2022 Exercise has been shown to be as effective as surgery for treatment of partial thickness rotator cuff tears, and can also reduce the need for surgery by up to 75% in full-thickness tears? If you have a shoulder injury and need advice on the next step in your recovery, come and speak to one of our highly skilled staff.

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02.01.2022 How can Physiotherapy help with Runners Knee?

01.01.2022 Physiotherapy treatment can be life-changing, helping you recover from traumatic injuries, chronic pain and get you on the road to your best performance levels. Here are a few tips to make sure you get the most out of your physiotherapy treatment.

01.01.2022 Dietitian, Kristen Adams gives us some valuable tips on nutrition for endurance runners. If youve signed up to the Melbourne Marathon, or any up-coming fun runs, this could ultimately give you the competitive advantage youve been after.