North East Life in Wangaratta, Victoria | Physical therapist

North East Life

Locality: Wangaratta, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5722 1424

Address: 10 Chisholm street 3677 Wangaratta, VIC, Australia

Website: http://nelife.com.au

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25.01.2022 Back to Back !! Congratulations to the Wangaratta Magpies A Grade netballers on their premiership win yesterday

25.01.2022 Hey Team, Working from home still? Maybe had a few long car trips? Or just finding yourself doing a lot more sitting over the last couple of months? If the answer is yes, or, your hips are starting to feel a bit tight/restricted - give the below stretches a whirl!

24.01.2022 Please see below a message from the Australian Physiotherapy Association. The Australian Minister for Health has today encouraged health businesses to continue working.

24.01.2022 DID YOU KNOW? Walking 30 minutes has 12 MAJOR health benefits! These benefits are:... REDUCES your risk of heart disease, cancers & diabetes REDUCES your stress, anxiety and weight gain INCREASES your energy levels, mood & balance and co-ordination INCREASES your blood pressure, lung capacity & muscle and bone strength Do you get 30 minutes of walking in per day? It could be as easy as walking in your lunch break, parking a little further away from your destination or encouraging your friends/family to meet up for a walk as a way of catching up. Infographic Reference: Australian Physiotherapy Association

24.01.2022 Working from home?? We are now offering home ergonomic assessments to ensure you don’t get back, neck or shoulder pain whilst working through these difficult times. Ergonomic home office assessments can be completed via telehealth consultation or with a home visit from one of our Occupational Health trained Physiotherapists. Offering this service to individuals or businesses who have workers working from home.... Contact any of our clinics to book in your assessment before the onset of pain. #KeepActiveButKeepYourDistance

23.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS TOM Over the weekend North East Life’s Physio Tom participated in the Tour de Cure Australia High Country Charity Ride. Riders raise vital funds for cancer cures.... It’s not too late to donate - for more details head over to their website: https://tourdecure.com.au

22.01.2022 Have You Increased Your Running Load Lately? Foot feeling a bit sore or tight? Been a victim of plantar fascia pain? You’re feet will love you for watching this video... See more

21.01.2022 REMEMBRANCE DAY The 11th hour, on the 11th day, of the 11th month. Never forget, Always remember. #wewillrememeberthem #poppyday

21.01.2022 We are closed tomorrow September 27th Who do you think will take home the Cup?

21.01.2022 This infographic is proudly brought to you by the Physiotherapy Research Foundation (PRF) - supporting research translation. #NPW2020 #choosephysio #PRF #painprevention #physiotheraapy #nelifephysio

20.01.2022 DID YOU KNOW? Men live 9 YEARS of poor health - most of which is preventable? What this means is that by making small, active lifestyle changes, it could help men live more fulfilling, healthy and productive lives! ... This week is Men’s Health Week and we want to share the 7 tips that you Men need to know about your health! Who agrees it is time to focus on all things Men’s health and well-being?! So encourage your husband, father, son, uncle, friend or boyfriend to look into how they can be more active and more focused on their health... Infographic Ref : ACSEP Australasian College of Sport and Exercise Physicians

20.01.2022 WELCOME RADHIKA Radhika has joined our team in Wangaratta. Radhika hails from Sydney and graduated from Charles Sturt University. Radhika also holds a Bachelor of Nursing. Radhika has a passion for musculoskeletal injuries and empowering people of all ages to self-manage their health, and maximising and maintaining their strength and independence.... As a physiotherapist Radhika is keen to assist people to recover from injury through exercise, manual therapy, education and lifestyle advice. Outside of work, Radhika indulges in activities such as badminton, reading, food and wine experiences in North East Victoria, and spending time with friends and family.

20.01.2022 WELCOME MILLIE Millie Ferguson has joined our team in Yarrawonga. Millie is a Yarrawonga local who completed her schooling years in Yarrawonga, being a previous school captain of Yarrawonga Secondary College in 2010. Millie then went off to University in Melbourne where she obtained a Double Degree in Sport Science, Health and Human Development and Sport and Recreation Management. During this Double Degree, Millie developed a passion for sports rehabilitation and went on... to study Physiotherapy at Charles Sturt University in Albury, graduating in 2019. As a Physiotherapist Millie has a particular interest in lower limb injuries, women’s health and low back pain, as well as being passionate about all thing’s health and well-being and an advocate for a well-rounded and balanced life. Millie is an avid netballer who has played and coached locally for many years, as well as enjoying running, cycling and the early morning gym class.

19.01.2022 EXCITING NEWS We are thrilled to announce that our Walk to School program is finalist in the Australian Fitness Awards for Community Activation. There were m...ore than 2000 nominations for these awards and 3 finalists in this category - huge industry recognition for our efforts! The program is delivered locally through a partnership between YMCA Wangaratta, Rural City of Wangaratta, and Gateway Health and supported by a number of local organisations. A very big thankyou and congratulations to all our local primary schools who have made this program so successful and worthwhile. And special thanks to YMCA staff including Community Development officer Trish Storer, Maree Warnett, Deb Brockwell, Sue Ussher and Mel Paul; whose passion and dedication bring such community initiatives alive. Rural City of Wangaratta Gateway Health ABC Goulburn Murray VicHealth North East Life Appin Park Primary School St Patrick's Primary School Wangaratta Wangaratta West Primary School Wangaratta Primary School Cathedral College Wangaratta Cr Ashlee Fitzpatrick, Rural City of Wangaratta Greta Valley Primary School Yarrunga Primary School Glenrowan Primary School Wangaratta District Specialist School Edi Upper Primary School Moyhu Primary School Milawa Primary School Carraragarmungee Primary School Everton Primary School Wangaratta Chronicle

19.01.2022 GET YOUR RACQUET ON !! Try out the new open court sessions at the Wangaratta Lawn Tennis Club

19.01.2022 THE DO'S & DON'TS OF HOW TO WEAR A NON-MEDICAL FABRIC MASK SAFELY Infographic: World Health Organization (WHO)

19.01.2022 Is ACL Surgery No Longer Kneeded? Put all strong beliefs aside for a moment and have a read of this article. It may surprise you.

18.01.2022 Are you or someone you know experiencing Achilles tendon pain? Check out this article about Achilles tendon pain management.

18.01.2022 Yarrawonga Mulwala MultiSport Festival is this Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th October 2018 There's something for everyone during this fantastic two day festival, including family fun events on Sunday. You can enter ON THE DAY !!... Head to http://www.ymmf.com.au/ for list of events.

18.01.2022 R U OK? Day is our national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone to ask, Are you OK? and to remember every day of the year to support people who may be struggling with life’s ups and downs. With these 4 steps you can have a conversation that could change a life. 1 Ask the R U Ok?... 2 Listen 3 Encourage Action 4 Check In So today; and every other day, remember to ask, R U OK? There’s more to say after R U OK?

18.01.2022 DO YOU NOTICE this picture?? This is our star Lachie Ash who played for the Murray Bushrangers and also features in our waiting room. Lachie is a tall and agile defender and we couldn’t be more proud to mention that he was drafted to GWS as Pick 4 in the 2019 NAB AFL draft! While it has been a pretty hectic start to his AFL career with a relocation to NSW, COVID-19 and new social distancing measures but he DEBUTS TONIGHT against Western Bulldogs.... Amazing right?!! We are all for supporting the local talent so when you are watching tonight’s game make sure to cheer for the NUMBER 7! Congratulations Lachie we are so happy for you!

18.01.2022 CHECK OUT THESE GREAT PRIZES!! Over $5k worth of prizes to be won, and just $5 a ticket. Get yours today in centre, and support a great cause - YMCA Open Doo...rs - helping people in our community to be healthy and happy. Huge grateful thanks to our many supporters A1 Tyrepower, Sam Miranda King Valley, Debbie Ravida - Ravida Real Estate, Oaks Wangaratta, Travel & Cruise Wangaratta, Sarah Craven, Rock and Road, gabby - Handmade Resin Jewellery, Tia J by Jackie Hobbs, Skinsational Cosmetic Nursing, North East Photography, Pictures of you, North East Life, Rinaldo's Casa Cucina, Ashley Furniture HomeStore Victoria See more

17.01.2022 Yarrawonga Mulwala Tourism & Business and the staff of the Visitor Information Centre would like to acknowledge our wonderful members. #2020vision #yarrawongamu...lwala #tourismiseverybodysbusiness Allegro Theatre Company Yarrawonga Anchorage Lake House Aquazone at lakemulwala Arnie's Place Holiday Unit Bella Vita Holiday House Belle Rose Holiday House Belmores Chartered Accountants Bigger Furniture Floorworld Yarrawonga Billson's 1865 Bourke Hire Buller Wines Capri Waters Country Club - Classic Holidays Central Murray Credit Union ClubMulwala (RSL) Yarrawonga and Border CWA Branch Country Paradise Holiday House Craft Collective Yarrawonga Dbj Holiday Units Dyson Group Essenza Day Spa Extons Real Estate Federation Council Focus Well-being and Fitness Gardy's Home Handyman Janet's Art Niche Vale Jeff Haebich - Life Member John Tresize - Life Member Judd & Sons Kebab Mates KNS Plumbing Services Kuranda Place Holiday House Lake Cafe & Deck La Kinga Boarding Kennels Lake Edge Resort Lake Mulwala Angling Club Lake Mulwala Barby Boats Lakeside at Wittsend Holiday Unit Lou's Place Holiday Unit Moira Shire Council Monichino Wines Mul-Haven Holiday Unit Mulwala Golden Inn Chinese Restaurant Mulwala Resort Murray Grange Apartment 2 Norm Wales APM JP North East Life Northern Suburbs Street Rods Pfeiffer Wines Pooley's Pest Control Poolside Cobram & Yarrawonga Rich Glen Olive Oil Yarrawonga Rutherglen Motor Inn Sandra Heaney Optometrist Satellite City Street Rod Club

16.01.2022 Breaking news. Private health insurers have announced funding for one on one physio telehealth for a range of presentations commencing Tuesday 14 April. This is the outcome we have been pushing for safe, remote delivery of care for patients.

16.01.2022 ABDOMINALS Our abdominals are comprised of 4 major muscles and make up a large proportion of what is commonly known as our ‘core’. Whether you are after that six-pack look, trying to relieve some lower back pain or improve your sporting performance then strengthening your core is critical. ... Our abdominals control movements in numerous planes of motion and there are countless progressions to a ‘core’ workout to suit every desired level of training. Check out some progressions to the ‘common plank’ you can add to your training below!

14.01.2022 Reach your fitness goals by heading into the Wangaratta Indoor Sports and Aquatic Centre for $0 Start up fee PLUS a $20 Merchandise Voucher. A little progress each day adds up to big results.

14.01.2022 HAPPY EASTER We would like to wish everyone a wonderful Easter. Please stay home and stay safe.

14.01.2022 Muscles! We’ve all got them. Part 1 of a series of different muscle group workout combos for you all. Today we’re targeting the hamstrings. 5 exercises in 5 minutes All can be done in the comfort of your home ... #KeepActiveButKeepYourDistance

14.01.2022 In terms of rehab, it’s been a lot more accelerated than the first time around. After not one, but two ACL injuries, VFLW player Ainslie Kemp has experienced... both the surgery and physiotherapy routes for treatment. Hear about her experience, and how the more conservative, surgery-free approach is working for her. #choosephysio #VFLW #ACL See more

14.01.2022 FOOTY COLOURS DAY 19.09.2019 Fight Cancer Foundation #FootyColoursDay

13.01.2022 Returning to Exercise in the Post Natal Period Your guide to when and how. Returning to exercise, including running, is often a goal for women after having a baby.... It is important to have an assessment by a Physiotherapist before getting back into higher impact activities such high intensity training and running. This is especially important if you have experienced the leaking of urine or faeces, or have a feeling of dragging, bulging or heaviness into the vagina at any time. If you are after some extra help with exercise or running after having a baby, book in to see our Physiotherapist Liz who has a special interest in Women’s Health, to see how she can help you.

13.01.2022 TELEHEALTH CONSULTS For those of you who are isolating at home and would like to know more information regarding Physiotherapy Telehealth consultations, click the link below. Whilst all our clinics are still open, we are providing Telehealth consultations for those of you who would prefer Telehealth over in-rooms consultations.... https://choose.physio/telehealth

11.01.2022 Congratulations to Merlin for coming 6th overall at the National Cross Country Event with the Victorian boys winning Gold overall and Silver in the relay - along with these achievements Merlin made new personal best times. Well Done

11.01.2022 LEST WE FORGET

10.01.2022 Boost your physical activity by running or walking the 5km Parkrun - Join in on Saturday's Park Run at Apex Park Wangaratta Wangaratta parkrun

10.01.2022 Thank you to all those who entered our End of Summer Giveaway Congratulations to our winners: Benalla: Samantha Bright Wangaratta: Ingrid Zabilowicz... Yarrawonga: Tracy Knight You can collect your pair of Archies from your nominated clinic. Enjoy your week

10.01.2022 Part.6 The SHOULDERS Our shoulder is a ball and socket like joint and is the most mobile joint in the human body. Therefore, it is heavily reliant on its surrounding musculature to keep it nice and sturdy throughout movement! Moral of the story, get those shoulders strong team ... #KeepActiveButKeepYourDistance

09.01.2022 Dust off your walking shoes, bikes and scooters - it is Walk to School Month. Let’s get moving

09.01.2022 Part.2. QUADRICEPS. Did you know quad means four. And that we have four muscles that compile together to form our quadriceps! By simply placing our feet in different angles we can bias individual muscles within that group of four depending on our fitness/injury rehab needs!... #KeepActiveButKeepYourDistance

09.01.2022 Part.3 GLUTES When you’re dealing with the biggest muscle in the human body you definitely need to pay it some regular love and attention, and as Aretha Franklin would say some R.E.S.P.E.C.T! ... Let us know how you go in the comments if you’ve had a crack

09.01.2022 As per the Prime Minister and Federal Minister for Health’s recommendations, we are classified as an essential service for the community and we are therefore remaining open if you require one-one-one consultations in the clinic. Did you know that physiotherapists can also assess, diagnose and provide appropriate exercises for your condition online? We also now offer telehealth consultations so that you can be consulted by your physiotherapist via video or phone. Please see be...low video regarding telehealth physiotherapy services. We have capped our numbers in our clinical exercise studios to ensure that we comply with current government regulations. We are strictly enforcing social distancing measures and strict safety and hygiene standards are in place. We also offer home exercise programs which you can complete independently or via supervision using telehealth. We will shortly be offering live online group exercise classes. Please contact any of our clinics to register your interest or send us a DM message via FB. We thank you for your understanding and support during this period. We are very confident that, together with our community and team, we can get through this. We are here to help in any way, so please reach out. #KeepActiveButKeepYourDistance

09.01.2022 Our Walk to School Fancy Feet Day featured in today's Wangaratta Chronicle. Thanks again to the kids from Appin Park Primary School for getting behind our fant...astic Launch activity. Hope you are enjoying your walks to and from school in the sunshine! Rural City of Wangaratta Gateway Health North East Life See more

07.01.2022 NORTH EAST LIFE STAGE 3 RESTRICTIONS OF THE COVID-19 VIRUS PANDEMIC North East Life provides Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation services that the government considers essential to the health of the community. We have been encouraged by the government to continue operating during the COVID-19 Virus Pandemic and this includes continuing to provide access to our clinical exercise studios. When attending an appointment in order to encourage social distancing and reduce the c...ontact with others we ask that you adhere to the following requests: Please come alone if possible, Please do not bring in children unless they are being seen by our physiotherapist Please have drivers or support persons wait outside. Wash your hands with hot, soapy water and use our hand sanitiser upon entering the practice. If you are experiencing cold/flu like symptoms, please do not attend the practice and notify us so we can reschedule your appointment If you have recently returned from an overseas trip or have had close contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 please do not attend the practice until your isolation period has been completed. To ensure that we comply with current Department of Health rules during the Stage 3 Restrictions, we are limiting the number of people who can simultaneously access our clinical exercise and rehabilitation studios. Please ensure that you observe the Social Distancing rule of at least 1.5 metres distance from those around you. Additionally, please wipe down all surfaces you have contacted with the disinfectant solution provided when you finish using the equipment. Booking in for sessions is very important so that we ensure that we continue to comply with current regulations. We are also limiting the number of hours that the studio will be open for at this time. If you have any questions, please ask the supervising Physiotherapist for assistance. Keep active but keep your distance. North East Life.

07.01.2022 Part.4. CALVES! Did you know our calves consist of 2 muscles each with their own purpose. The Gastrocnemius - the big outer muscle designed for power and push off.... The Soleus - our inner flatter muscle designed for endurance. The pair both taper in together to form into the Achilles tendon. Watch this video to find out how you can bias them to get the most out of your training #KeepActiveButKeepDistance

06.01.2022 As per Australian Physiotherapy Association Breaking News: Health Minister, Hon Greg Hunt, announces inclusion of bulk-billed Medicare-subsided telehealth services for primary care Today the Health Minister announced the fourth stage of a series of primary care measures including Medicare-subsided telehealth services. These measures will commence from 8am Monday 30 March.... Of relevance to physiotherapy is the inclusion of bulk-billed Medicare-subsided telehealth for chronic disease management items. Information about relevant Medicare item numbers can be found here: https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au//education-gui/33196

06.01.2022 DID YOU KNOW this week is National Diabetes Week (JULY 13-20) Around 2 million Australians are at risk of developing diabetes and 1.1 million Australians currently live with diabetes because of poor diet and lack of exercise? Diabetes is one of Australia’s fastest growing chronic conditions. It can lead to several mental and physical health complications including increased risk of heart attack, stroke, kidney disease, limb amputation, depression and blindness.... Exercise can play an important part in helping those to manage their diabetes alongside reducing the risk factors for those who are at high risk of developing it. So can injury prevention to help keep your body moving. Ensure you are preventing your possibility by: Engaging in regular physical activity (walking, Pilates, swimming) Making healthy food choices (with lots of fruit and vegetables) Quitting smoking Let’s start the conversation about how you can manage or reduce your risk speak to one of our physiotherapist today to see how we can help. Also below is the risk calculator if you or someone you know could be at risk https://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/risk-calculator

06.01.2022 STRESS: We have all experienced it, and, no doubt will experience it again. So how do we manage it? Exercise of course Exercise is scientifically proven to release endorphins in our brain, which helps to improve:... - Sleep - Stress - Cognitive Function - Energy And then there is all the other health benefits of exercise too! What type of exercise? Moderate intensity exercise is shown to optimise the mental health benefits. However, please note that exercise should be ENJOYABLE! Make a fun workout or routine and stick with it. If you need help creating a fun and beneficial exercise program, book in to see one our physio’s and see how they can help you! #KeepActiveButKeepYourDistance

06.01.2022 NEL CHRISTMAS PARTY Staff who wine and dine together, stay together Mitchelton Wines

05.01.2022 Part.5 The CORE Our core is a key stabiliser for our trunk and an important component in maintaining a healthy, mobile and strong spine. Just remember to not breath hold whilst working on the core as it can place excess pressure on pelvic floor which we don’t want! ... Happy Saturday #KeepActiveButKeepYourDistance

05.01.2022 NEW TO NORTH EAST LIFE GLA:D, or Good Life with Arthritis: Denmark is a new service now being provided by NEL. It is an education and exercise program developed by researchers in Denmark for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis symptoms.... GLA:D Australia is a program for all individuals who experience any hip and/or knee osteoarthritis symptoms, regardless of severity. We have a program starting as early as Wednesday 19th February 2020. For more information visit our website www.nelife.com.au or call 03 5722 1424

05.01.2022 END OF SUMMER GIVEAWAY North East Life Benalla, Wangaratta and Yarrawonga are giving away a pair of Archie thongs from each location. For your chance to win:... 1. Like & Share this post 2. Tag a friend and your nominated location B, W or Y Winners drawn Monday 2nd March.

04.01.2022 NEWS FLASH Online bookings now available for our Yarrawonga clinic via our website www.nelife.com.au or our Facebook Page.

04.01.2022 Honoured to be supporting this event. Make sure you get down to the Malt Shed tomorrow.

03.01.2022 Are you looking for ideas to stay physically active during COVID-19 These are simple ways to boost your physical activity from British Journal of Sports Medicine (BJSM) #KeepActiveButKeepYourDistance

03.01.2022 Yarrawonga Friends in Common Annual Cancer Awareness Breakfast tomorrow morning !! 7am - 9.30am at ClubMulwala (RSL) Who’s in? Tickets at the door.... Fabulous guest speaker but also fabulous company for breakfast. See more

03.01.2022 Has your hip or knee surgery been postponed? Here are some simple pre-surgery exercises for you to do at home in the meantime. Sit to Stand/Squats x10... Double Leg Calf Raises x10 Hip Abduction x10 each leg Double Leg Bride x10 Static Quads x10 each leg Repeat this cycle 3 times. Music: Fader by The Temper Trap

02.01.2022 Returning to sport? Have you been including sport specific training into your regime over the lockdown? If not, it’s a great idea to start adding these 4 components below into your weekly workouts to be ready to hit the ground running!... 1. External perturbations onto single or double leg lands. (Be mindful of keeping knee alignment straight and not allowing the knee to shift in or out when landing) 2. Single leg balance with ball catch and release 3. Reactive drills. (In the video Jess was calling out left or right for me to turn and catch the ball) 4. Lateral based running. Such as pivoting, dodging and bounding. #KeepActiveButKeepYourDistance Something Just Like This - The Chainsmokers

02.01.2022 The Pain Revolution Outreach Tour is coming to Wangaratta. You can join them for a free, easy to understand talk about why you have ongoing pain, and what you can do to change it at the Wangaratta Performing Arts & Convention Centre For more info visit the Pain Revolution Facebook page or head to their website https://www.painrevolution.org/events

01.01.2022 DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO CATCH THE FOX? If you do, its not too late to get your tickets and register. Online Ticket Sales end 11pm TONIGHT !!!... For information head to their facebook page Milawa Oxley Fox Run or their website https://www.foxrun.org.au/

01.01.2022 ISOLATION : this is a unique situation we find ourselves in ! Now is the perfect time to STOP & THINK - how can you continue to be the best version of yourself in isolation? Meditation is not for everyone - so here are some tips for you to cleanse the mind, re-charge the brain, activate the body and challenge yourself...... Go for a walk Go for a bike ride Spend time with your pets Deep breathing exercises Complete a puzzle Read a book Try new recipes/baking Watch a documentary TELL US - what is your favourite activity in isolation? #KeepActiveButKeepYourDistance