Seddon Physiotherapy in Yarraville, Victoria | Physical therapist

Seddon Physiotherapy

Locality: Yarraville, Victoria

Phone: +61 466 180 746

Address: 130C Gamon st 3013 Yarraville, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.seddonphysio.com/

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21.05.2022 Red flags: Categories: o Category 1 Requires urgent and immediate medical attention: Failure to act may result in permanent disability, neurological deficit or death Neurological changes suggestive of spinal cord or cauda equina involvement... Loss of bowel or bladder function, perianal anaesthesia/paresthesia Gait disturbances, bilateral anaesthesia/paraesthesia in arms/legs Headache from CVA or meningitis Pulsatile abdominal mass Visual changes o Category 2 Medical referral and further investigation probably necessary dependent on context and other findings: Associated fever History of cancer Generally unwell IV drug user Unexplained weight loss (which is significant, i.e. >1-2kg) Significant night pain (bad enough to wake patient up from deep sleep and requires patient to get up and move around) Progressive neurological deficit o Category 3 May require medical referral and further investigation: Non-resolving radiculopathy Unexplained referred pain Symptoms not resolving as expected See more

11.05.2022 Red flags, serious pathology and non-mechanical spinal pain Red flags: Indicate serious spinal pathology Require further referral ... Red flags 1: o Age < 20 or > 55 o Non-mechanical spinal pain o Thoracic pain (as 50% of neoplasms metastasise to the thoracic spine) o Past history of cancer, steroids, HIV o Unwell, weight loss o Widespread neurology o Structural deformity Red flags 2: o Trauma o Night sweats, recent surgery o Venipuncture, catheterisation o Exposure to infections (i.e. occupational, hobby or travel exposure) o Cancer: History, weight loss, night pain o Prolonged morning stiffness o Systemic illness See more

07.05.2022 Treatment of PFPS using the McConnell approach: Taping Muscle retraining Soft tissue stretching Correction of lower limb biomechanics ... Taping: Aim: o Correct patella malalignment o Reduce pain (by shortening painful medial structures) o Stimulate contraction of VMO and change VMO timing VMO retraining: Isolate the VMO muscle o Try supination to activate VMO o Add isometric adduction o Use EMG Dosage = Skills, 5-10 static holds, 3-6 times per day Strength by progressing load (i.e. NWB, PWB to FWB): o In sitting doing an isometric contraction o In standing, hold a ball between legs o In standing, ER legs o Lunges o Squats with EMG o Stride stand o Step downs o Wall squats Mobilising soft tissues: Stretches: o ITB: o Other muscles as appropriate, for example: Hip external rotators: Passive joint mobilising (to restore medial glide), done in supine or in the Ober’s position Massage: o Frictions o Soft tissue release techniques Correct biomechanics: Over-pronation of the foot: o Structural Use orthotics o If functional, it may be due to: Leg length inequality Use orthotics, Ankle joint stiffness Mobilise, stretch or use orthotics 1st MTP joint dysfunction Mobilise or use orthotics Supination weakness Strengthen or use orthotics Correct technique and improve control of postural muscles: o Abdominal stabilisation o Strengthening of hip abduction and/or external rotation o Single limb stance control Address training factors: o Specificity of training: o Neuromuscular skill versus hypertrophy o Control loads Hydrotherapy, treadmill suspension, Pilates

27.04.2022 Treatment principles for PFPS: Multifactorial treatment (as it’s a multifactorial problem) Careful assessment is required The PFJ needs to be treated as part of a kinematic chain (i.e. look at the joints above and below) Address training factors... Consider behavioural aspects (i.e. compliance, fear-avoidance, hypochondria, anxiety) Conservative treatment is successful in ~90% of cases Treatment of PFPS using the McConnell approach: Taping Muscle retraining Soft tissue stretching Correction of lower limb biomechanics

21.04.2022 Clinical features of PFJ syndrome: Increased q-angle (i.e. valgus knee posture) Pronation Low-tone Wider hips... Hip IR Weak glutes and hip external rotators Chondromalacia Patella: Softening and fibrillation of articular cartilage (but doesn’t correlate to PFJ crepitus on palpation) Diagnosed via surgery Patella Subluxation: Brief episodes of giving way Results in: o Anterior knee pain o Increased Q angle o Ligamentous laxity o Increased lateral patella glide (>50%) o Femoral condylar or patella dysplasia

13.04.2022 Assessment of PFPS: Subjective: o Locate pain distribution on bony chart o Ask about locking, giving way and crepitus o Current history:... Onset is usually insidious Ask about any changes in current activity o Past history: Previous episodes Trauma/surgery (to the knee and the lower limb in general) o Functional activities including running, stairs, squatting, prolonged sitting o Patient specific functional scale o Questionnaires Objective: o Observation: General posture Lower limb posture Foot posture Patella posture (should be midway between femoral condyles with 20 knee flexion, and the medial and lateral borders should be the same height) Muscle wasting Leg length Too many toes sign o Palpation: Areas of tenderness Swelling: - Joint effusion (sweep test) - Bursal swelling (soft tissue bulge at top of knee) Muscling contraction and timing of VMO Patella tracking with isometric quads Patella displacement With the patient’s knee flexed to 90, divide the patella into quadrants and: - Displace it medially and note how many quadrants it moves and also if there’s any lateral tilt or not - Displace it laterally and measure how many quadrants it moves and assess the quality of the end feel - Assess up and down movement - Add compression Muscle tone of calf, quads and hamis o Muscle length: Calf Quads PKB Hamstrings SLR, popliteal angle TFL Ober’s test medial glide patella Gluteus medius and piriformis Thomas test o Functional tests: Look for: - QOM - Biomechanical problems - Stability of trunk-pelvis-femur-foot If there’s pain of testing, quantify with VAS Activities Gait, squats, step-ups/downs, running, hopping See more

25.01.2022 Construction update for the new practice. Plenty of progress after first week of hard work by my builder. 3 weeks til opening on 2nd of March.

24.01.2022 Physiotherapy sessions are completely safe to attend as recommended by the World Health Organisation. Seddon Physiotherapy sanitises and disinfects all surfaces throughout the day to keep our environment free of germs. We take hygiene very seriously all the time. Hand sanitiser is available at front desk so you can disinfect your hands before and after sessions. Hand soap available in bathroom. ... So please feel at ease when you attend your Physio appointment and if you have any concerns please ask us.

23.01.2022 2 Days until Seddon Physio opens. Please Call 0466 180 746 to make an appointment. Reception area finished. ... Please like and share Seddon Physio.

21.01.2022 Get your aches and pains sorted from the long weekend at Seddon Physio. Whether it be a sporting injury or back pain from too much work in the garden, here at Seddon Physio we will getting you moving freely again. Call 0466 180 746 for an appointment ... We are open today and the rest of the week

21.01.2022 Shoulder Shrugs This exercise focuses on strengthening upper traps, which is important in elevating the shoulder and arm

21.01.2022 Front Awning sign has been installed. Dont forget Physio services are still here to support all your physical needs.. please make an appointment by calling 0466 180 746. Seddon Physio has always taken extra care with hygiene measures and will continue too. Rest assured its perfectly safe to attend Physio appointments.

19.01.2022 It was a beautiful weekend to get outside and move your body How did you move this weekend.. #seddonphysio #physiotherapy #movement #strength #fitness #running #walking #wellness #wellbeing

19.01.2022 Squats: Glute and Quad Strengthening #seddonphysio #physiotherapy #squats #glutes #quads #strength #exercises #recovery #wellness #wellbeing

17.01.2022 Seddon Physio will be opening in March 2020

17.01.2022 Are you working from home? and Are you finding yourself less active and sitting too much? Do you have neck and back pain? Physiotherapy can help reduce your pain, provide strategies to improve posture and ergonomics for your home office / desk set up. ... Get you pain sorted at Seddon Physio. Call 0466 180 746 to book an appointment Or go to Seddonphysio.com to book online. Please like and share this page.

16.01.2022 Department of Health update: Stage 4 restrictions are now in place Care and health care:... You can leave home to receive health care or attend medical appointments. If you need to see a doctor or health care professional, you should do so. Do not put off getting medical care. Your doctor or health care professional can provide advice on how to stay safe. Physio is still an essential service. If you live more than 5km from Seddon Physio I will provide you with a medical certificate.

16.01.2022 Scapula Retraction This exercise helps to improve posture by activating the upper back muscles; traps and rhomboids #seddonphysio #physio #physiotherapy #shoulder #upperback #traps #rhomboids #strength

13.01.2022 Foam Roller Tip: Upper Back 1. Lie on the foam roller at shoulder blade level 2. Gently roll up and down on the foam roller Result: Loosen the muscles around the upper back to relieve pain caused by poor posture... #seddonphysio #physio #physiotherapy #foamroller #upperback #muscles #health #wellness #wellbeing #pain

13.01.2022 Squats Strengthen glutes and quads to assist with functional movement in everyday life. Technique:... 1. Stand with feet shoulder width apart 2. Feet face forward 3. Bend at hips and knees 4. Keep knees tracking over toes 5. Make sure you maintain neutral spine #seddonphysio #physiotherapy #squats #quads #glutes #muscles #strength #exercise #fitness #wellness #wellbeing #function #functionalmovement

12.01.2022 7 days until Seddon Physio opens. Open Monday 2nd of March. Stock and equipment has arrived today. ... Please call 0466 180 746 to make an appointment. Please like and share this page.

12.01.2022 Been running to beat the boredom recently? Great work but don’t let painful shin splints stop your progress! Talk to your physio for treatment and exercise that... will keep you running long after lockdown ends. Call to chat about your options, whether that be a telehealth appointment or in-clinic consultation. Either way, you can be assured that your health is their top priority. Go to www.choose.physio/running

11.01.2022 6 days until Seddon Physio opens. We open on Monday 2nd of March. Physio table has arrived. ... Please call 0466 180 746 to make an appointment. Please like and share this page.

11.01.2022 Seddon Physio opens tomorrow at 9am. Please call 0466 180 746 to make an appointment. Seddon Physio can help you with all you aches, pains and injuries. ... Please like and share.

11.01.2022 Foam Roller Tip: Quadriceps 1. Lie on the foam roller and support your body weight with your arms 2. Roll from your hip to your knee and back again Result: Reduce any tension in the quadriceps... #seddonphysio #physiotherapy #quads #quadriceps #foamroll #exercise #muscles #tension #recovery #wellness #wellbeing

10.01.2022 Glute Stretch: Relieve tightness and increase flexibility and range of motion #seddonphysio #physiotherapy #glutes #stretch #flexibility #recovery #injury #wellness #wellbeing

10.01.2022 Seddon Physio is open this week. Appointments available tomorrow and Friday afternoons. Call 0466 180 746 to make an appointment. ... Please like and share.

08.01.2022 Seddon Physiotherapy is pleased to welcome Peony Fernandes, a Physiotherapist with over 25 years of experience in Womens, Mens and Pelvic Health. Peony has commenced practice at 130C Gamon Street and is available by appointment on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday mornings. Telehealth appointments are also available. Peonys special interests are in:... o Antenatal and Postnatal physiotherapy o Continence management o Bladder and bowel health o Breastfeeding conditions o Pelvic Pain o Pre and Post Pelvic surgery. GP Team Care Plans are welcome and private health rebates are available. Enquiries and appointments: 0419 341 299

07.01.2022 Physiotherapy is considered an essential service. We will be open this week.

07.01.2022 We Are Open Monday - Friday See our website or call to make an appointment #seddonphysio #physiotherapy #injury #recovery #wellness #wellbeing

06.01.2022 4 Days until Seddon Physio opens. Monday 2nd of March. Please call 0466 180 746 to book an appointment. ... Please like and share this page.

06.01.2022 Today marks the start of National Pain Week. Pain is a normal human experience. Its purpose is one of protection. However, often when pain becomes chronic, it i...s not a signal of ongoing tissue damage requiring protection. Pain Physiotherapist Dr Tania Gardner APAM, with contributions from Tim Austin APAM NSW Pain Group Chair, Melanie Galbraith APAM WA group Chair, Michelle Wilson APAM, Peter Roberts APAM, FACP, Lois Tonkin APAM and Honoured APA Member and National Pain Group Chair Dianne Wilson discuss five facts for pain prevention. Read the full article in the July edition of InMotion at https://bit.ly/2X0zgnn This #infographic is proudly brought to you by the Physiotherapy Research Foundation (PRF) supporting research translation. #NPW2020 #choosephysio #PRF #painprevention #physiotherapy

06.01.2022 Carpal Tunnel syndrome can limit everyday activities and can be very painful to live with. Do treatments exist that can alleviate pain and the need for potentia...l surgery? Occupational Therapist Karina Lewis et al, conducted a research study on patients with CTS who are waitlisted for surgery, to identify if there is a therapist-led care pathway that reduces the need for surgery and improve patient outcomes. Read the full article from the Journal of Physiotherapy at https://bit.ly/38I4MuT This #infographic is proudly brought to you by the Physiotherapy Research Foundation (PRF) supporting research translation. #choosephysio #PRF #carpaltunnel #physiotherapy #journalofphysiotherapy

05.01.2022 Sitting down for long periods of time while in quarantine, and your knees are creaking more than usual? Your physio can help bring some flexibility back into yo...ur joints and give you exercises to keep them strong. Call to chat about your options, whether that be a telehealth appointment or in-clinic consultation. Either way, you can be assured that your health is their top priority. Go to www.choose.physio/sore-knee

04.01.2022 The APA has received the following advice from the Federal Minister for Health, The Hon Greg Hunt: The Australian Minister for Health has today confirmed that A...LL allied health businesses can continue working and are encouraged to do so. In addition he has indicated that they are now developing full allied health telehealth options within the week for allied health along with all other health and medical services. This will be part of a staged plan. Face to face services for many remain vital so where possible, we encourage you to continue. I thank you for your courage, dedication and care, the Minister said. The APA continues to monitor this changing situation closely and will provide you with advice and guidance as it becomes available.

03.01.2022 Been running to beat the boredom recently? Great work but dont let painful shin splints stop your progress! Talk to your physio for treatment and exercise that... will keep you running long after lockdown ends. Call to chat about your options, whether that be a telehealth appointment or in-clinic consultation. Either way, you can be assured that your health is their top priority. Go to www.choose.physio/running

03.01.2022 We Are Open Today Until 7pm See our website for our trading hours #seddonphysio #physio #physiotherapy #wellness #wellbeing #health #strength

03.01.2022 Working from home for extended periods can cause persistent and annoying niggles. Depending on the issue, your local physio can help sort it out. Call to chat ...about your options, whether that be a telehealth appointment or in-clinic consultation. Either way, you can be assured that your health is their top priority. Go to www.choose.physio/shoulder-pain See more

02.01.2022 2 weeks until Seddon Physio opens on March 2nd! New rooms are being painted. This week will see furniture and equipment arrive. Taking appointments for March. Please call on 0466 180 746 to book.

01.01.2022 Tip: Foam Roller for Shoulder/Scapula 1. Lie on your side at shoulder blade level 2. Roll up and down on the foam roller Result: Release muscles around the shoulder/scapula... #seddonphysio #phyiotherapy #foamroller #shoulder #scapula #strength #recovery #wellness #wellbeing