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Kariong Physiotherapy Centre

Locality: Kariong

Phone: +61 2 4340 1643

Address: 3 Mitchell Drive 2250 Kariong, NSW, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 Physio, chiro, osteo or myo? All of them come highly recommended, so who do you choose to help manage your aches and pains, and what are the differences between... the four? Physiotherapists are well equipped to implement an active management plan for your aches and pains. To find a physio near you head to https://choose.physio/ Or to find out which healthcare option is best for you, read more https://ab.co/37d4Suf #PRF #physio

24.01.2022 With this week being a short week, our availability is a little stretched. However due to some last minute cancellations we do have a few appointments today! Call us on 43401643 or click book now!

24.01.2022 Physiotherapy can enhance your health and wellbeing. How do I get in to see a physio? Physiotherapists are considered primary contact practitioners. This means anyone is free to book in to see their local physio without a referral from your GP. In some cases, your local physiotherapist is the best place to start when it comes to a muscle or joint injury. ... Is physio covered by Medicare? In some cases, your local GP can refer you to physiotherapy with an EPC (Enhanced Primary Care plan) This will entitle you to the majority of each of your physiotherapy sessions paid for by Medicare. Does my private health fund cover physiotherapy? Kariong Physiotherapy is a preferred provider of Bupa, Medibank and HCF. Each fund has their own unique benefit system for their members. We also accept all other funds. We have a HICAPS machine onsite for immediate claiming. Everyone’s level of cover is different and will determine the amount of rebate you receive. Who is eligible for an EPC? An EPC is issued at a GPs digression to a person with a chronic condition (greater than 3 months) or a condition that may become chronic. The aim of an EPC is to treat a person’s injury with physio before it becomes a greater problem or limits their health. This could be a chronic lifestyle disease like diabetes, heart disease or Parkinson’s disease. Or it could be something like ongoing lower back pain or shoulder pain that is limiting from you keeping fit and healthy. How Can Physio Help me? Physiotherapists are musculoskeletal experts, which means they are your best port of call when it comes to anything to do with muscle, bone, nerve issues and joint pain, we also have a wealth of knowledge about chronic lifestyle conditions and exercise prescription. Physiotherapy usually involves hands on treatment like massage or dry needling and a strong focus on exercise therapy. What else can physios help with - Back pain - Neck pain - Joint pain - Sports injuries - Casting and splinting for broken bones - Stroke or brain injury rehab - Workplace injuries rehab - Referral for imaging - Respiratory conditions - Rehab after joint replacement or orthopaedic surgery

24.01.2022 Kariong United Cougars are hosting trials for their first ever season in the Battlewin Premier League. If you or anyone are interested in trialing, please see the link below! #upthecougars

21.01.2022 Today we only have a few remaining appointments available prior to Christmas. The next few days are looking exceptionally busy so today's the day if you need us! As always we will endeavour to fit you in, so if you can't find what your looking for online, be sure to call us on 4340 1643 so we can help.

21.01.2022 Nicky and Mitchell have availability today if anyone needs it. Don’t forget to take advantage of GAP FREE Initial appointments till the end of January! 4340 1643

21.01.2022 To all of our Kariong Physiotherapy Centre family, in light of the recent COVID-19 outbreak, please note. . We advise that all persons who have been to the Northern Beaches local government area, or have been in contact with anyone from that area, to call us so we may re-schedule your appointment for 14 days time. . We understand that outbreaks of this nature are likely until a vaccine is rolled out and it is all of our responsibility to prevent the spread of the virus where...ver we can. This particular outbreak has come at a terrible time - we will remain open and have plenty of face masks if anyone requires them. Thank you for your continued support and respect of our policies. Not long until we can kick 2020 to the kerb!

18.01.2022 We love fisiocrem! It’s a great product that really helps! We now have a fully stocked stand here in the clinic for you to grab your own tube for home!

17.01.2022 Due to some last minute cancellations, both Nicky and Amanda have some availability for existing and new patients this afternoon!

16.01.2022 Lateral Epicondylalgia (TENNIS ELBOW) What does it look/ Feel like? Pain around the outside of the elbow / forearm. Usually worse first thing in the morning or at the beginning of tasks, then warms up as you get going. It can be quite a sharp pain when lifting or squeezing (something simple like lifting a shopping bag or coffee mug) What is it? ... Tennis elbow is aggravation of the extensor tendons of the wrist/ hand. The muscles that move the wrist and hand are long, they start around the elbow. Tendons can become aggravated when they are over worked, if they sustain a blow (bumping the elbow) or when they are placed on stretch. What causes it? As mentioned above, any activity that places sudden high loads on the wrist extensor tendons, stretches them or a bump to them. An obvious example is tennis, but even occupational activities such as lifting with overhand grip or handwriting can lead to a progressively worsening pain. Sometimes this process can be kickstarted by simply bumping the outside of the elbow then adding too much activity afterwards. Can it be fixed? Yes! It certainly can. The best researched treatment for tennis elbow includes a combination of progressive strength exercises, managing load (how much exercise /aggravating activity performed) and adapting the way you perform tasks around the house or work. Other therapies such as tape and bracing can also help begin the healing process. How long will it take? Usually if treated early, improvement can be noticed within the first few weeks and final symptoms resolve in around 6-8 weeks. This process can be a bit slower if the symptoms have been present for a while. Treatment can also be dragged out if reducing or adapting aggravating activities does not take place. See more

15.01.2022 Due to being fully booked we have opened some more availability tomorrow afternoon with Mitchell. If you are needing physio prior to Christmas, be sure to grab your spot. 43401643

14.01.2022 Get to Central Coast Stadium to support the Central Coast Mariners and our physio Steve working with the team! Kick off is a family friendly 5pm. Today tickets are buy 1 get one free! We need a big crowd to help the boys beat Sydney FC.

13.01.2022 Wishing Steve luck with his knee surgery today! Amanda has one appointment available and Mitchell has availability this morning and afternoon. Click below to book or give us a call 4340 1643

13.01.2022 We are preferred providers for Bupa and Medibank. As of Dec 7th, we are proud to announce that will also include NIB!! That means if you are covered by one of the above, you pay less of a gap at the time of your appointment. Eligible NIB customers include those from current partners Qantas, AAMI, APIA, TAL and Suncorp. Customers will receive a benefit calculated as per their policy.

12.01.2022 Happy Friday everyone! Due to a last minute cancellation, Nicky has some Friday morning appointments available. If you need to get some pain or discomfort sorted before the weekend, grab one of those spots now!

12.01.2022 Nicky and Steve have availability tomorrow. If you’ve been putting off getting pain under control, now’s the time to act before Christmas!Nicky and Steve have availability tomorrow. If you’ve been putting off getting pain under control, now’s the time to act before Christmas!

12.01.2022 Kariong United FC are looking for new players next year. Is this you or anyone you know?

12.01.2022 What is Osgood-schlatters Disease ? Osgood-Schlatters disease is one of a group of injuries known as a traction apophysitis. This is when a tendon pulls on the growth plate of the bone, pulling a small portion of it away. In the case of this condition it is the patella tendon pulling away from the front of the shin. Why does it happen. ... There is a range of reasons this can occur. As mentioned, one factor can be a phase of increased growth. When the body grows not all tissue grows at the same rate, meaning the muscles and tendons can take a little while to catch up to the growth of bones. Another factor is muscle and tendon loading, this generally means sport. There will be a direct relationship between the amount of sport performed week to week and this can determine the amount of pain this can cause. What happens if I have Osgood-schlatters? Osgood-schlatters comes on usually in early to mid-teen years and hangs around for a 6-18 months before disappearing when growth slows down again. At times pain will be worse than others when sports load or growth is at its most. The main goal through those episodes is to manage how much sport is performed so the athlete can get out and do the most important things like weekend games. Your physio will be able to guide you in the right direction in relation to load management. What can be done about it? The main goal of treatment is to give strength to the areas surrounding the knee, and to take load away from the patella tendon itself. Taking load away may include reducing the amount of sport, taping / braces or looking at movement mechanics to make sure force is being dispersed evenly across the knee. Can it be cured? Generally, the symptoms resolve after 6-18 months when bones begin to fuse and growth slows. In the mean-time it can be managed so it doesn’t get so bad you have to stop playing sport all together. Most of the time pain will limit any serious progression, in rare cases the bone can pull away completely.

11.01.2022 Let’s all get to Central Coast Stadium to support our local, top of the table team!

11.01.2022 New program for Parkinson's :)

08.01.2022 Amanda and Nicky have availability today if you need to get in before the weekend. Mitchell also has a few spots down at Central Coast Health Hub, Wyoming. Don’t forget until the end of the month, all initial appointments will be gap free! Call 4340 1643 or go online to book

08.01.2022 We can’t wait to welcome our patients back to the clinic on Monday. As per new government restrictions it is now mandatory for patients and clinicians to wear a mask. Please bring a mask with you. We will not have enough stock to go around, however if you forget don’t stress we do have a few. See you Monday and happy 2021!

07.01.2022 PILATES at 9.30 this morning! Bring a friend! Not too late to join us. 4340 1643PILATES at 9.30 this morning! Bring a friend! Not too late to join us. 4340 1643

07.01.2022 Bookings are filling up fast this week and next! If you’d like to get in before Christmas, Mitch has availability this afternoon and Thursday morning. Amanda has a couple available tomorrow and Friday. Click below to book or call 4340 1643

07.01.2022 Happy New Year!Happy New Year!

04.01.2022 Happy Friday! Today we have a few afternoon appointments available with Nicky if you need anything looked at prior to the weekend. Click book now button or call us on 43401643.

03.01.2022 Pilates with Amanda at 9.30am today. All levels welcome! You can claim on hicaps if you have private health. Come and work on your posture, core strength and stretch out those tight muscles call 4340 1643 to put your name downPilates with Amanda at 9.30am today. All levels welcome! You can claim on hicaps if you have private health. Come and work on your posture, core strength and stretch out those tight muscles call 4340 1643 to put your name down

03.01.2022 Today we had a visit from Ruon Tongyik from the Central Coast Mariners. RT, as he is known popped in to get some well deserved treatment from our physio Steve. When Steve is not in the clinic he works with the Central Coast Mariners A-League squad to ensure they are at their best physically! Make sure you get to Central Coast Stadium on Monday night to support the boys as they take on Macarthur Rams in a top of the table clash!

03.01.2022 NEW YEAR, NEW YOU! Starting Monday 11th January, and for the month of January only, we will be offering GAP FREE Initial Appointments. If you don't have health insurance, give us a call for your special offer 4340 1643 Like and share with your friends! www.kariongphysio.com.au

02.01.2022 Private Health Fund limits reset on 31st December. If you don't use your limits they do not roll over. If you have any pain or niggles stopping you from sleeping or doing the things you want to, book in now to avoid losing your health fund entitlements. Use it or lose it!!

02.01.2022 Welcome to 2021. Very often at this time of year, a lot of us want to make a change and this can lead to injury. If your New Years resolution is to get fit, lose weight or just try something new, get in touch with one of our Physio’s to help guide you through a change in your bodies activities. ... Of course, if you do happen to injure yourself don’t get disheartened, book in, get assessed and get fixed to get back on with achieving your goal. We have appointments available every day this week! Call us on 4340 1643 or you can book easily online.

01.01.2022 Congratulations to Kariong United FC Cougars on a wonderful day yesterday at Pluim Park. Div 1 Reserve and 1st Grade Champions! Also congrats to the MAA9's for a victory in their grand final at Mangrove Mountains. #proudsponsor