Fitwise Physiotherapy in Armadale, Victoria, Australia | Physical therapist

Fitwise Physiotherapy

Locality: Armadale, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9822 4999

Address: 1095 3143 Armadale, VIC, Australia

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

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• Pregnancy care centre

25.01.2022 Wonderful afternoon celebrating with the Fitwise team @richmondpublichouse Great views, vibe and food! So grateful for the amazing team @fitwisephysio we had to navigate 2020 with. There for each other and there for our clients through it all. #team #fitwisephysio #fitwise #grateful

24.01.2022 This is a common question we are asked in clinic and the answer is yes! Modern technology is continuously advancing and what we can achieve with our smartphones is pretty amazing. There is an app for pretty much everything these days, including pelvic floor health. Here are some of our favourites!... Disclaimer: we have no affiliation with the apps listed below. This is what we commonly recommend or use with clients, helping them to achieve their goals Pelvic Floor: - Squeezy: Created by a UK Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist and has a professional mode that can be individualised to your needs with your physio - Kegel Trainer: Offers various levels of pelvic floor muscle training, with an option for customised programs through an upgrade - Flush Toilet Finder: Helpful for those with urinary and faecal urgency and incontinence. It uses your location to map out the nearest public toilets. Relaxation: Meditation and mindfulness apps may help with pelvic pain, anxiety, stress and chronic pain - Calm - Smiling Mind - Headspace - MyLife Meditation - Mind Detox. Exercise: - C25K: A fantastic guide to gradually returning to running. To be used in conjunction with your physio’s recommendations - Interval trainer: For setting up your HIIT workouts, again, with guidance from your physio - Physiapp: To access your individualised exercise plan created by your physio. Pregnancy/postnatal: - Pregnancy pelvic floor plan: CFA app with education on pregnancy milestones and pelvic floor health - Mind the bump: Meditation app targeted towards pregnant and postnatal women. Which are your go to apps? @thephysiodownunder #pelvicfloor #pelvicfloorhealth #apps #physiotherapy

24.01.2022 Muscles are important for every day life and overall health. In The Guardian’s article, Tristan Chai, APAM, highlights that we need our muscles to be strong so... that we don’t end up absorbing the impact of movement in the wrong places an easy way to wind up with an injury or chronic pain. Try out some of these simple movements and read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3jfhHrZ Thank you to the following APA physiotherapists who participated in this informative piece: Tristan Chai Michael Gilbert Melissa Haberfield Ebonie Rio

23.01.2022 CLASS UPDATE We are very excited to be re-introducing our group clinical physio classes on Monday the 9th of November! Our group classes are 3 clients to 1 physiotherapist, with well-spaced studios and our COVID-safe protocols in place, we look forward to welcoming you back in-practice.... Our group exercise classes, such as P40, Strengthwise, Stretch & Flow and Foundation Pilates won’t be returning in-practice just yet, however they are all available via live stream and video on-demand. If you are an exisiting client looking to return, or a new client interested in getting started, please contact our reception team at your preferred location for more information! #classupdate #covid #groupclass #pilates #clinicalexercise #physiotherapy #fitwise #eastmelbourne #armadale

22.01.2022 Last week, we hit a milestone with 200 class attendees for our live stream sessions! While we certainly miss running our exercise classes in-practice, it's been a pleasure bringing you our sessions online. The world of live stream was very new territory for us when we started back in March - we are so proud of our team and the way they adapted to quick change and pulled together to deliver quality content. We are also so grateful for our wonderful clients, who stepped out o...f their comfort zone and embraced the shift to online classes. We look forward to continuing our live stream sessions - we've got some very exciting plans up our sleeve for online content, stay tuned and if you are looking for a way to exercise from home, send us a message to find out more! #livestream #milestone #wofh #online #pilates #fitwise #physiotherapy #eastmelbourne #armadale

20.01.2022 We are so happy for our physio Fiona and her now husband Jonti, who after having their wedding abruptly cancelled in March were able to tie the knot last weekend! It was a special day for this beautiful couple! Fiona wishes to pass on a huge thank you to all her patients who wished her well for the big day @thephysiodownunder #fitwiseteam

18.01.2022 Swipe across to view our holiday opening hours Our East Melbourne practice will remain open (with the exception of public holidays). Our Armadale practice will be taking a short break, and so will our live stream classes. Both practices and our live stream schedule will re-open and return to normal hours on Monday the 4th of January 2021.... If you need an appointment prior to Christmas, we recommend calling as soon as possible! We look forward to caring for you in the new year!

14.01.2022 6 BRAIN BOOSTING BITES // We know how important eating well is for our physical health, but how about our mental health? Today is Day 4 of Women's Health Week... (and also R U OK? day) and our focus is brain health nutrition. Turns out there is a few key nutrients that help our brain function best. Check out my brain boosting bites below so you can start including them in your day! SALMON Oily fish (salmon, herring, sardines, trout, mackerel) contain essential fatty acids (EFAs) EFAs cannot be made by the body which means they just be obtained through food. The most effective omega 3 which occurs naturally in fish is in the form of EPA and DHA Low DHA levels have been linked to an increased risk of dementia, Alzheimer's diseases and memory loss. TOMATOES Strong evidence suggests that lycopene - an antioxidant found in can assist with reducing free radical damage which occurs in health conditions such as dementia & Alzheimer's disease. Other foods with these protective nutrients include watermelon, papaya & pink grapefruit EGGS Certain B vitamins (B12, B6, folic acid) are known to reduce levels of a compound called homocysteine. Elevated levels of homocysteine are been associated with increased risk of stroke, cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease. B Vitamin rich foods include chicken, eggs, fish, leafy greens and dairy. Vegan sources of B vitamins include avocado, soya, nuts and seeds. BROCCOLI A great source of Vitamin K - known to enhance cognitive function. High in a compound called glucosinolates - which has the ability to slow the breakdown of acetylcholine (a neurotransmitter). Acetylcholine plays a role in the central nervous system to help our brain perform & keep our memory functioning. Low levels of acetylcholine are associated with Alzheimer's disease ALMONDS Nuts are a great source of Vitamin E (as well as +++) Studies suggest that an adequate intake of Vitamin E might help prevent cognitive decline, particularly in the elderly. BERRIES Consumption of blueberries may be effective in improving or delaying short term memory loss They contain a protective compound called anthocyanins

13.01.2022 Are you a Massage Therapist with amazing customer service skills? Would you love to work in a dynamic fun multidisciplinary team? If a predominately Women's Health practice sounds like your perfect work environment then click on the job link below! Please share with any colleagues or friends who you think this would be perfect for!

13.01.2022 NEW LIST OF MOST NEEDED ITEMS! Can you help us get these things to Vic families in need? We also always need baby & kids items which are listed on our websit...e - https://www.stkildamums.org/pages/donate-things We're still closed for drop off donations at the moment due to restrictions but we can receive your new or secondhand items via post, or you might choose to place an online order and have it shipped to us directly. Make it a #doubleimpactdonation by choosing a small Melbourne business! Our address for all deliveries is 14 Winterton Rd, Clayton VIC 3168. For online orders, we like to let you know when your delivery arrives and say thank you, so please send an email to [email protected] and let us know what is coming! For postal deliveries, please include your name & email address in the package. We can also organise a courier pick up right from your doorstep for $30 (metro Melbourne area). Please see our website for more info - stkildamums.org Our volunteer drop off locations are all currently closed for safety reasons. If you are unsure if your item is suitable to donate, please check our website or email [email protected]. Thank you for everything you are doing to ensure we can keep supporting families.

13.01.2022 Today, our physiotherapist Phoebe caught up with Leonie Tilley, personal trainer and owner of Long Live You to chat about posture and importance of exercise. Thank you to Leonie for having us! You can watch the video here:... LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us//G34p49ZTXN0T_0t0TV7riClMvAd6XaZxo PASSCODE: cE9^DCqz Enjoy! For individual advice please contact us for more information

12.01.2022 While gyms and fitness centres across Victoria remain closed, and our own in-practice group classes are on hold, finding new and creative ways to exercise from home has never been more important - this is whywe recently moved to a new online platform via Mind Body, making it even easier for you to stay active from home We have a range of live stream classes for all ages and fitness levels, specifically designed for pre & post-natal, pelvic floor, balance, strength, flexib...ility and general well-being. If you cannot attend our live stream sessions, we have a video on-demand library of pre-recorded exercise classes and educational content for you to watch anytime. To learn more or get started, contact our reception team, private message us here or visit our website, click the Classes @ Home tab! #wofh #homeexercise #livestream #pilates #pelvicfloor #strength #matwork #physiotherapy

12.01.2022 Did you know that you can hire a TENS machine from our practice? TENS is a non-invasive pain management option for labour. It works by sending small signals into the body via electrodes which are placed onto the skin - this helps to block pain messages, release the body's naturally occurring pain-relieving endorphins, as well as provide a much needed distraction during contractions! You can hire a TENS machine from both our East Melbourne and Armadale location, our physiother...apists also offer TENS education and labour preparation consultations. If your due date is nearing and you would like more information, contact our team on 9822 4999 #tensmachine #tensaustralia #labour #painmanagement #birth #eastmelbourne #armadale #fitwise #physiotherapy

10.01.2022 A great article on how consistent exercise helps to reduce and manage lower back pain. We always recommend having an assessment with a physiotherapist so you have the opportunity to learn more about what is right for you. If you’re struggling with lower back pain, or any type of back pain, we can help! https://www.theage.com.au//lower-back-pain-exercise-is-the

08.01.2022 Come and say hello to our new remedial massage therapist, Miho! Appointments available Friday and next week. We’ve had a huge demand for remedial treatment in recent times, we look forward to offering clients more options for treatment! To book, call 9822 4999 ... #remedialmassage #fitwiseteam #massage #pregnancy #postnatal #injury #recovery #relaxation #armadale #physiotherapy

08.01.2022 This Wednesday, our women's health physiotherapists Julienne and Cherry will be going live to discuss all things abdominal separation for pregnancy and post-baby Many of us wish to strengthen and tone our tummy after having a baby, while this is a great goal, it's important we rehabilitate our abdominal muscles correctly. Tune in to find out more!... Date: Wednesday 30/09/2020 Time: 8:00pm Via our Instagram page @fitwisephysio Do you have a question about abdominal separation? Comment below or private message us. See you on the live! #physiotherapy #abdominalseparation #dram #pregnancy #postnatalphysio #postnatal #fitwise #live

05.01.2022 TONIGHT, our women's health physiotherapists Julienne and Cherry will be going live to discuss all things abdominal separation for pregnancy and post-baby Many of us wish to strengthen and tone our tummy after having a baby, while this is a great goal, it's important we rehabilitate our abdominal muscles correctly. Tune in to find out more!... Date: Wednesday 30/09/2020 Time: 8:00pm Via our Instagram page @fitwisephysio Do you have a question about abdominal separation? Comment below or private message us. See you on the live! #physiotherapy #abdominalseparation #dram #pregnancy #postnatalphysio #postnatal #fitwise #live

02.01.2022 We hope you had a wonderful Christmas with your loved ones! (if you celebrate) A friendly reminder that we are closed tomorrow (28/12) for the Boxing Day public holiday. Our East Melbourne practice will reopen on Tuesday at 8:00am (Armadale is closed until 04/01/2021). If you need some treatment after the rush of holiday festivities, call 9486 0512 to book an appointment! #fitwise #physiotherapy #eastmelbourne #christmas #boxingday #backpain

01.01.2022 Santa's doing his supervised physio exercise plan before his big night!

01.01.2022 Low back pain (LBP) is the leading global cause of years lived with disability and places a significant socioeconomic burden upon individuals and health systems... worldwide. A recent JoP study found that people who have experienced low back pain are open to using exercise to reduce their risk of recurrence; however, they tend to prefer exercise programs that differ from those exercise programs that are known to be effective. For full results from the study, go to https://bit.ly/31VpRA6 Read the full article at https://bit.ly/2Ji61IP #LBP #lowbackpain #exercise #programs #JoP