The Functional Physio in South Yarra, Victoria | Physical therapist

The Functional Physio

Locality: South Yarra, Victoria

Address: Level 1, 56 Claremont Street 3141 South Yarra, VIC, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 Physio is going online: how to book in. Stage 4 restrictions in Victoria is looking a little different for physiotherapy. Physiotherapy is going to be online/telehealth for the remainder of Stage 4. * Call SYSSM or contact me directly to book in... * The consultation will be online. Screening and/or consultation * This consult will allow me to determine whether we can continue online or whether we need to meet face to face to continue treatment. * Next steps of treatment will be provided in the session * If youre a current client of mine and unsure which consultation is for you, please get in touch with me via email or phone and we will discuss. * If you are need of critical care we are here to help. We can start or continue your treatment plan with diagnosis, exercise prescription, injury management. Clinic number 98262122 Email: link in bio #physiotherapy #physio #stage4victoria #strength #online #onlineconsultations #fitness #rehabilitation #strong #education #health #wellness #adaptation #lockdown #run #runningphysio #running

25.01.2022 CHILDS pose... find space in your spine, relaxation to the muscles and breath. To finish off our week of #wfh stretches and strength exercises I wanted to finish on the #childspose position. Such a great way to find space in your spine and opening up through the upper back muscles after the week of sitting at your desk.... Try this stretch tonight and practice on your breath as you enter the week ahead. Explore this position and what your body is telling you. #stretch #workingfromhome #office #desk #posture #physio #physiotherapy #physioathome #exercise #health #breathe #mindfulness #relax #focus #tips #strong #wellness

25.01.2022 Sundays are for running... The best thing about a Sunday morning is that run day feels. Before I head out the door I’ll choose a couple of my fave exercises to warm up my muscles and activate my brain. Running is a skill and coordination is required. Technique needs to be considered and thought about when running. These are the exercises I picked for today. Double leg bridge and single leg bridge. Followed by a couple of stretches and I was primed for my run. #run #melbournerunners #running #runningphysio #runningmotivation #tips #runner #strength #priming #activation #physiotherapy @melbourne.runners #instagood #exercise #fitness

25.01.2022 This photo was taken on a special day, over looking Lake Taupo, New Zealand, my home. My sisters and I got up to watch this beautiful sunrise in a place that is so dear to our hearts. As lockdown continues in Victoria (where I am) and all over Australia and the world, there are many people just like me and you who cant get home to their loved ones and will spend months and maybe over a year waiting. Be kind to each other ,be patient, be human. #lockdown #lockdown2020 #isolation #kind #human #sunrise #newzealand #missinghome #mindfulness #health #wellbeing

25.01.2022 Lockdown stage 4 in Victoria has forced us all to rethink what we can do for exercise. So with a bit of Kiwi ingenuity and my iPad (you can see on my car) I did a @lesmillsondemand #lesmillsbodyattack workout in my car park. This was a 55minute workout. It was safe and I didnt even leave my house or see anyone. Exercise makes me feel energised and refreshed to kick start my day. It is important we look after our physical and mental heath at this crucial time! I loved i...t @lesmills. #lesmillsondemand #lesmills #exercise #stage4vic #stayhome #physio #strength #fitness #strong #aerobics #nz #kiwi #wellness #wellbeing #physiotherapy #southyarraphysio

24.01.2022 World Physiotherapy Day is tomorrow and in 2020, we are acknowledging all of our APA members who work tirelessly to contribute to the health of Australians. As ...your peak body, representing the interests of Australian physiotherapists for over 110 years, we appreciate your support and commitment to the APA, the profession and the health of your patients. Here at the APA, we are privileged to be serving so many dedicated members. Thank you. Celebrating being an APA member for 5, 10, 20, 30, 40, or 50+ years? Find your name here: https://australian.physio/thank-you

24.01.2022 PHYSIO VIA TELEHEALTH.... online appointments avaliable! Thank you to my client who allowed me to share this photo of our physiotherapy appointment online! Many people have reservations about the value or effectiveness around online Telehealth. ... There is so much information that can be gathered and education and guidance from me to gain. We can go through movements and rehabilitation exercises. It is what I am trained to do and skilled to provide you with. I have had wonderful outcomes with online physiotherapy over the past few months and its opened up a new opportunity to access health care no matter where you are. #physio #physioonline #telehealth #openmind #physiotherapist #rehabilitation #strength #education #guidance #skillset #injury #management #southyarraphysio #strong #tips #fit

23.01.2022 What strength training are you doing? Here I chat about the 3 main exercises I advise runners to incorporate into their strength program. Stay tuned for videos of these exercises. #physio #physiotherapy #strength #athlete #strong #warmup #gym #fitness #workout #running #run ... #physiothatruns #melbourneinstarunners #tips #onlineconsultation #physiotherapist #southyarraphysio #lululemonausnz #physio #running #strength #exercise #wellness See more

22.01.2022 AT HOME FOAM ROLLER... #physiohack Dont have a foam roller at home? Try this instead. Rolling pin from your kitchen, rolled up in a towel. Achieves the same result! ... Check out my post from yesterday on some ideas for spinal mobility on your foam roller at home. You can apply the same exercises and principles. OR As I have done in this video spend some time at each segment of your upper back, 1-2 minutes and feel the space created in your spine. Keep an eye out for more working from home mobility and stretching ideas. Or check out my profile for those I have already put up. #spine #spinemobility #health #tips #exercise #workingfromhome #officeexercises #desklife #physiotherapy #physio #southyarraphysio #fitness #stretch

22.01.2022 Working from home stretch/strength series continues... Strength for the upper back to support sitting at a desk BAND PULL APARTS ... Sitting at a desk all day? At home exercise or warm up activation exercise before your workout. ... Try this band pull apart: first squeeze your shoulder blades together before pulling on the band with straight arms. Start with a light band and build up on resistance. Try 2 x 12 to begin every second day. Check out my website for more exercises to do at home www.thefunctionalphysio.com.au Contact me if you have further questions. Link in my Bio.

22.01.2022 BOOK IN YOUR ONLINE RUNNING ASSESSMENT .... Beginner runners and novice runners ... are you working through an injury? Are you a regular runner and would like to work on biomechanics?... **NEW online consultation: video analysis and discussion of your running technique. A running assessment online is an easy and simple way to work through injury and gain some tips to help improve performance and get you through this current #iso times. How you say? Film your running and send it through to me before our video consult. This gives me time to review the footage and then work through an appropriate management plan with while we chat virtually. For more information please get in contact with me, follow the link in my bio to my webpage or email. #running #run #runningphysio #runclub #physiotherapy #biomechanics #runninginiso #stage4lockdown #physiotherapist #health #wellness #mentalhealth #body #strong #onlineconsultation See more

21.01.2022 Do you have ? Do you live in Australia ? La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre is offering a % for people w...ith knee cap pain Look the image below to check if you are eligible, then access the link and complete the form. After completing the form, one of our physios will get in touch https://redcap.latrobe.edu.au/redcap/surveys/?s=FANP43PFYK If you have any question, do not hesitate in contact Dr Marcella Pazzinatto: [email protected] Chief investigator: Dr Christian Barton ([email protected]) HEC number: 19478

21.01.2022 MOVING.... what are you doing to move your body today? So much of our life has become sedentary. Especially since lockdown has forced a lot of us to work from home. Get outside for a walk/run/ride and just move. #l... Hopefully we can be back to travel and adventure very soon. Throw back to a big walk on the #caldera #santorini #physio #move #travel #live #fitness #instafit #physiotherapy #physiotherapist #travelphysio #online #onlinephysiotherapy #strong #walk #exercise

21.01.2022 ONLINE (telehealth) consultations BENEFITS: *Diagnosis of injury or symptoms/current situation *Objective assessment through the screen *Management of symptoms ... *Treatment options to self direct *Management plan of injury or symptoms *Short and long term goals *Home based rehabilitation exercises Practically We would schedule you an appointment time just like normal. However, this appointment would take place online, in the comfort of your home through your chosen device. What do I need? Just you and information on what you would like help with. #online #physiotherapy #recovery #health #fitness #physio #wegotthis #recovery #telehealth #run #running #physiotherapy #southyarraphysio #injury #diagnosis #southyarraphysio #fitness #health #wellness See more

20.01.2022 Good read for all the runners out there

20.01.2022 BOOK IN YOUR RUNNING ASSESSMENT ONLINE... Victorians have gone into stage 4 lockdown. I have seen so many runners hit the streets Whether you a beginner or novice runner, or a runner working through injury there is a lot of value with an online assessment. ... HOW TO BOOK: Simply book an online consultation with me. Prior to your appointment video yourself running and send through to me. Online Consultation: *Video analysis and discussion of running technique. *Exercises to support your running and fit your lifestyle. *Education on shoes. For more information please contact me or follow the link in my bio. https://www.thefunctionalphysio.com.au/run-with-kylie #runwithkylie #running #physiothatruns #runningphysio #run #physiotherapy #physio #fitness #runinisolation #isolationrunning #fitness #health #wellbeing #mindfullness #technique #biomechanics #runsmarter #cadence #strength #strong #runningassessment #gait #analysis #southyarraphysio #lululemonausnz #athlete @melbourneinstarunners

20.01.2022 RUNNING STRENGTH TIPS #3 3. Single leg squat from a bench Running strength guidelines: third strength exercise goal. ... Single leg squat is a great exercise to do 2-3 x weekly. *Only if double leg squat is comfortable. * Then move on to single leg, focusing on trying to get to x5 first. *When this goal is reached then focus on trying to reach and maintain with 2-3 x12 each week. *Non running days or every second day. Or making sure on a easy run day. Please get in touch if you have any questions. **Remember this is a guideline and it it important to consult with your clinician as to where you are at in the strength endurance cycle. Ensuring you start at the appropriate strength stage for you. There are regressions if this exercise that can help get you to this stage. #run #runningmotivation #runningshoes #runningstrength #physio #physiotherapy #physiotherapist #southyarraphysio #physiothatruns #runningclub @melbourneinstarunners @therunclub3121 #fit #tips #fitness #healthylifestyle #wellness #melbournerunners

17.01.2022 THE CALF RAISE for runners. There are many runners out there and especially in the current time in Melbourne. One key exercise to add to your list (if not already doing so) are Double leg calf raises. See if you can get to x20reps. If you can start by doing this 3 x weekly every second day on the alternate days to running. It is important to build this strength and capacity slowly. As you build an endurance we can break this down further and progress to single leg. Stay tuned for updates and progressions. #calfraise #running #run #running #strength #runningmotivation #physio #runningphysio #physiotherapy #onlinephysio #southyarraphysio #fitness #wellness #mentalhealth #heath #exercise #lockdown

16.01.2022 Strength and mobility for the upper back after sitting at a desk? Working from home stretch/strength series continues PUSH UP PLUS (4point kneeling) ... Squeeze your shoulder blades together and then push them apart. Keep arms straight. Ensure core is engaged and back neutral/straight line as in the video. ... Try this x10 daily. Sitting at a desk all day. At home exercise or warm up activation exercise before your workout. Check out my website for more exercises to do at home www.thefunctionalphysio.com.au Contact me if you have further questions. Link in my Bio. #physio #physiotherapy #strength #athlete #strong #warmup #gym #fitness #workout #posturecorrection #officeexercise #shoulder #athomegym #isolation #physiotherapist #southyarraphysio #lululemonausnz

15.01.2022 WORKING FROM HOME STRETCHES!! Sitting at home 8+ hours per day giving you a tight and stiff back? Tight hips? So many of us are at home in suboptimal desk setup. ... Try this stretching routine and incorporate into your day. I would encourage desk workers to get up on the hour and do something to mobilise and stretch. This video is speed up. Try to spend 30secs to a 1min in each position. #stretch #mobilitydrills #mobilityexercises #desksetup #athomegym #office #physiotherapist #physio #education #southyarraphysio #tips #exercise #fitness #lululemonausnz #wellness #motivation #health

14.01.2022 Do you have knee cap pain .... read below

13.01.2022 RUNNING STRENGTH TIPS #1 1. Single leg calf raise Following on from yesterdays post where I spoke about running guidelines. Here is the first strength exercise goal. ... Single leg calf raise is a great exercise to do 3 x weekly. *Only if double leg calf raise x25 are easy. * Then move on to single leg, focusing on trying to get to x25 first. *When this goal is reached then maintain with 3 x12 each week. *Non running days or every second day. Or making sure on a easy run day. Please get in touch if you have any questions. **Remember this is a guideline and it it important to consult with your clinician as to where you are at in the strength endurance cycle. Ensuring you start at the appropriate strength stage for you. #run #runningmotivation #runningshoes #runningstrength #physio #physiotherapy #physiotherapist #southyarraphysio #physiothatruns #runningclub @melbourneinstarunners @therunclub3121 #fit #tips #fitness #healthylifestyle #wellness

13.01.2022 ONLINE BOOKINGS... they are LIVE and available to book at our online portal. Or you can call the clinic 98262122 and the lovely girls will book you in. Face to face consultations will be decided on a case by case basis. What does the consult look like? ... The appointment would take place online, in the comfort of your own home. What do I need? Yourself, a computer or device. As a physiotherapist I am skilled in asking appropriate questions to assess and diagnose your current situation. Once I establish a diagnosis, I can education and advise you of what you can do during the coming days to manage your symptoms. From here we will establish a treatment plan. Want to know more? please check out my website or contact me directly. Link in my bio. #onlinephysiotherapy #physiotherapy #online #physio #physiogoals #health #fitness #healthonline #stage4restrictions #southyarraphysio #education #managementplan #rehablitation #stayhome #onlineassessment #telehealth #health #wellness See more

12.01.2022 Upper back MOBILITY using a foam roller... check out this routine to find space in your spine. Tight from sitting at your desk all day? Try this mobility exercise using the foam roller. 5mins a day to begin. ... Dont have a foam roller? Check out my previous post using a rolling pin in a towel! #foamroller #mobility #wfh #workingfromhome #physio #stretch #officework #muscle #movbilitytraining #spinalhealth #health #tips #southyarraphysio #physiotherapy #run #runningphysio #strength #posturecorrection

12.01.2022 WORKING FROM HOME STRETCH SERIES... Chest opener! Following on from recent posts around mobilisation of the spine using the #foamroller here is a great stretch for the front of the chest. The front of the body gets tight from a upper back rounded position at the desk all day. Opening up using the foam roller and the addition of this stretch will help to release muscle tension. ... Give this a go twice daily and hold for 30sec-1min. Each side. Use a door frame at home. #cheststretch #wfh #workingfromhome #pecstretch #doorway #physio #physiotherapy #southyarraphysio #tips #physiohacks #fitness #health #wellness #strength #mobility #instafit

11.01.2022 Stay safe out there Melbourne #lockdown #stage4 #physio #mentalhealth #staysafe #health #wellness #wellbeing #6weeks #wegotthis

10.01.2022 REASONS TO RUN With our current routine effected by COVID-19, there is more reasons to get outside. I see more runners and walkers out there! It is fantastic. Running can improve physical as well as mental health and well-being. Improves heart health and general fitness. ... Running is a form of exercise that is easily accessible. Here are some reasons why running is so great 1. 20-30 minute run (or walk) can improve mood 2. Improve sleep and focus 3. Evidence to support improved knee health (despite some beliefs) 4. Improve cardiovascular health 5. Makes changes to the brain and reduces stress 6. Natural form of endorphins release to improve mental well being. If you would like further information about how to get into running or a running assessment to ensure good biomechanics please get in touch with me. Link in my bio. #running #runningphysio #run #physiotherapy #physio #strength #mood #mentalhealth #wellbeing #kneehealth #heart #heatlh #mood #fitness #rheumatoidarthritis #physiotherapist #injury #runninginjury #instarunner #runner #marathon #runningclub See more

10.01.2022 THIS... just this #pondering #thinking #isolation #lockdown2020 #mentalhealth #crisis #learning #growth #mindful #breath #physiotherapy #holistichealth #holistichealing #health #wellbeing

10.01.2022 Stage 4 update and restrictions. Thank you for your patience while I have been updated with all the changes across allied health. Stage 4 restrictions in Victoria is looking a little different for physiotherapy. Physiotherapy is an essential allied health care provider and we can remain open for face to face consults. However it is not business as usual. We need to be proactive in reducing community movement as much as possible. Physiotherapy is going to be online/teleheal...th. This is exciting because we can start or continue your treatment plan with diagnosis, exercise prescription, injury management. Face to face appointments will be restricted to those who are essential. Where it is deemed necessary and critical for your care, face to face consults will go ahead with all of the precautionary safety measures in place. This will be decided on a case by case basis and an online screening prior to the appointment. I am here to help you and will do my best in any way I can. If you have an upcoming appointment be between now and September 13th I will be in contact with you. Otherwise please contact reception 98262122 or email me. Thank you for your understanding and support over a challenging time. I am here to help you in any way I can. Please reach out if you need. Stay safe. #physio #stage4restrictions #physiotherapy #southyarraphysio #lockdown #health #wellbeing #strength #healthylifestyle

09.01.2022 Happy world physiotherapy day!

08.01.2022 Want to know more about how an online running assessment works? Here I explain the benefits of what we can discuss and how it works online. Contact me to book in or if you wish to know further information! Website in the bio and contact information. ... #physio #physiotherapy #strength #athlete #strong #warmup #gym #fitness #workout #running #run #physiothatruns #melbourneinstarunners #tips #onlineconsultation #physiotherapist #southyarraphysio #lululemonausnz

07.01.2022 STRETCHING Saturday .... After a big week working from home ensure you reward your body with some mobilisation and stretching. Get outside for a walk/bike or run. Good for the mind and body. Stay safe. #thesweatlife #stayhome #physio #physiotherapy #health #fitness #walk #run #mentalhealth #running #runningphysio #crossfitphysio #crossfitgirls #lululemonausnz #stretching #virtualphysio #healthylifestyle #runningphysio #melbourneinstarunners #lululemon

07.01.2022 TIGHT HIPS? Sitting at your desk all day? Try this TFL muscle release with a trigger point ball. I suggested to a couple of clients today during my online consultations to do this daily. Counteract the tight muscles at the front of the hips after sitting all day. ... Also a great release for runners and walkers! Check out this video and incorporate it into your day. Take a break away from the desk. #tfl #muscle #release #triggerpointtherapy #physio #stretch #mobilityexercises #physiotherapy #southyarraphysio #fitness #wellness #deskbreak #work #run #running #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #runningphysio

06.01.2022 RUNNERS TOES and FEET... How strong are your feet? And toes? YES this is a video of my feet performing what I call toe-yoga or Toe disassociation. ... We run on our feet and we rely on our toes to guide us through our run. But how often are you paying attention to them? And how often are isolating foot strength exercises? When I am consulting with a runner I ask them to draw awareness to their feet when they run. This exercise can be performed anytime throughout the day. *Start with 1 minute and build. This is a much a brain exercise as it is a strength exercise. Do this 3 x daily. Stay tuned for the next progression. Please check with your clinician If this is right for you! #toes #feet #runnersfeet #footstrength #toeyoga #run #running #runningmotivation #tips #runningtips #physio #physiotherapy #runningphysio #strength #education #fit #strong #melbournerunners #therunclub

06.01.2022 Today is World Physiotherapy Day! Being a physiotherapist is a privilege. Being that one person that can help change or impact someones life is a value I hold high. The trust that is given to me I appreciate and knowledge I have gained through my career is priceless. ... Thank you to all my physio colleagues who I work along side. Especially those working frontline in this pandemic. Your work is not going unnoticed. #physiotherapy #worldphysiotherapyday2020 #physio #trust #knowledge #guidance #education #telehealth #online #sport #strongwomen #kiwi #southyarraphysio

05.01.2022 RUNNING STRENGTH TIPS #2 1. Single leg bridge Running strength guidelines: second strength exercise goal. ... Single leg bridge is a great exercise to do 3 x weekly. *Only if double leg bridge x20 is comfortable. * Then move on to single leg, focusing on trying to get to x15 first. *When this goal is reached then maintain with 3 x15 each week. *Non running days or every second day. Or making sure on a easy run day. Please get in touch if you have any questions. **Remember this is a guideline and it it important to consult with your clinician as to where you are at in the strength endurance cycle. Ensuring you start at the appropriate strength stage for you. #run #runningmotivation #runningshoes #runningstrength #physio #physiotherapy #physiotherapist #southyarraphysio #physiothatruns #runningclub @melbourneinstarunners @therunclub3121 #fit #tips #fitness #healthylifestyle #wellness

04.01.2022 Thank you to our front line physiotherapist workers and all front line workers....

03.01.2022 Single leg RDL (aka drinking bird). This is a great exercise to add into your strength program. I use this exercise to build strength and support stability and balance around the pelvis, core, and feet. It is a great exercise I use often for runners and I would add in towards mid to end stage rehabilitation. ... You can use a kettlebell, dumbbell, or something you have in your home such as a water bottle. It is important you consult with your physiotherapist or clinician to ensure this is right for you. It is important that you keep a long strong flat back, and level pelvis. #RDL #deadlift #kettlebell #glutstrength #running #runningstrength #pelvis #run #strong #education #rehabilitation #runningclub #physio #physiotherapy #lululemonausnz #runningphysio #physiothatruns #health #fitness #isolation #trainingathome See more

03.01.2022 Thanks Lululemon Melbourne

02.01.2022 20kg WEIGHT VEST... when @heid1ho asked me to do weighted push ups a few weeks back I could just do 1 with 14kg, but struggled to push myself back up. We have been working my push up game consistently in the last few weeks of lockdown and I can now do 3 with 20kg #habits and #consistency ... #pushup #physio #physiotherapy #lockdownlife #lockdown2020 #southyarraphysio #strong #strength #exercise #tips#strongwomen #instafitness #basementtraining

02.01.2022 GLUT MED ACTIVATION! Such an important muscle for hip stability. This muscle works really hard in runners. And all athletes. Pre run or any workout, for glut med activation try these 3 exercises. (Obviously speed up for this video). 1. Clam hold 1 min with band 2. Eccentric clams 1min ... 3. Bridging with band 4. Variation of clam with alternative knee (no band) x12 Give this a go! For more ideas check out my website, link in the bio. #run #strength #fitness #glut #glutexercises #peach #activation #physio #physiotherapist #sport #sportphysio #southyarraphysio #running #runningphysio #instafit #gym #health #wellbeing #athlete See more

02.01.2022 FOAM ROLLER BACK MOBILITY.... try this sequence to help restore some movement in your spine. Open up and stretch the front door of your chest. This is great after a long week of sitting at your desk.... This video has been speed up. Try 10 reps of each position. Breath and relax. #spine #spinemobility #restore #reset #stretch #mobilitydrills #foamroller #physio #homeworkout #workingfromhome #wfh #healthylifestyle #health #wellness #physiotherapy #lululemonausnz

01.01.2022 Wonderful news... 1:1 face-to-face allied health services are able to resume from tomorrow, Monday 19th Oct. What does this mean? ... You no longer need to have your condition pre-screened Routine appointments are now permitted. Online bookings are avaliable - OR Call the clinic to make an appointment Thank you for all your patience through this time, can’t wait to see everyone #physio #physiotherapy #sport #science #healthcare #lockdown #melbourne #instagood #strong #fitness