West Kimberley Physiotherapy in Derby, Western Australia | Physical therapist

West Kimberley Physiotherapy

Locality: Derby, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9191 2122

Address: 43 Loch Street 6728 Derby, WA, Australia

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25.01.2022 Due to the Private Health Insurance reforms, pilates sessions are now to be referred to as ‘physiotherapy exercise treatment’. Clients will continue to remain eligible for physiotherapy rebates for attending these sessions.

24.01.2022 Bob didnt want to have knee surgery, so he called a physical therapist instead. In many cases you can avoid surgery when you see a physical therapist first.

24.01.2022 Christmas trading: Clinic closed 18 Dec - 1 Jan. Reduced opening hours 2 - 26 Jan, appointments available Tue, Wed & Fri. Regular opening hours from 28 Jan. ... Have a very Merry Christmas and happy holidays!!

24.01.2022 Telehealth appointments are now available. Physiotherapists are trained manual therapists, but we also excel at assessment, clinical reasoning, offering advice on self management strategies and exercise prescription. Whilst we cannot offer our usual full repertoire of treatment techniques without face to face contact, we can draw on our professional skills to help patients over telehealth (video link up) for many presentations. ... This transition has been sudden and not particularly easy, with software integration, webinars and consultation with colleagues in the industry to rapidly upskill. In the circumstances we face over the next few months, it has been a decision to offer this service to our existing and new clients so that we can look after the health of our community as best possible. Important information: Set up is really easy with a link sent by email and just requires a PC, tablet or even smart phone to join in at your scheduled appointment time. A private space is required for a consultation with wifi or mobile data connection - remember you may need to expose affected body parts, and you may need to perform assessment activities or exercises. WA workers compensation clients with approved claims are covered for telehealth physiotherapy appointments. Private Health Insurers will offer rebate for telehealth physio appointments after 14 April. There may be requirements for different health funds so please check first. Payment for your appointment must be made in full and lodged with private health insurer for your rebate. Cost: $75 ($80 for first/initial appointment). Expect appointments to take 30-45 minutes for a followup appointment, up to 60 minutes for an initial appointment. Payment is required prior to your consultation. This can be done online at the time of booking if doing an online booking; over the phone; or when you first dial in to your appointment. Our practice management software provider is working hard to get online payments up and going for if not booked online. At this stage with public holidays, my 3 children at home and an unknown demand, appointment availability is irregular, but our phone is manned M-F 8.30-5.00 by reception who have diary access, and online bookings via the link on our FB page will show when there is appointment times. Please email [email protected] to contact me directly with any questions. Lisa Russ Principal Physiotherapist

24.01.2022 Clinical pilates timetable: Mon: 12.00, 4.00 Wed: 4.30. Thu: 12.00, 4.00, 5.00. Low impact full body workout to improve strength, function and muscle tone. Includes mat work, small equipment, reformer and 1/2 trapeze (as pictured). ... Maximum 3 clients per time slot, $55 per session. Private health rebates apply. Casual or repeated bookings welcomed. New patients with pre-existing injuries/complaints are encouraged to schedule a 1:1 appointment prior to commencing pilates. Individually tailored programs for specific injuries, pain or conditions. Email Lisa at [email protected] with enquiries.

24.01.2022 Ive had a nice long working holiday in Perth, and hear Ive missed a bit of rain? Looking forward to getting back to Derby town next week. Pilates sessions will be back on from 13th Feb. Timetable: Monday 12, 4. Wed 4.30. Thu 4, 5. ... Maximum 3 people, cost $55. Private health physio rebate applies. Please book through our offsite reception on 91912122 (please specify for pilates) or email me on [email protected] with questions! Lisa See more

23.01.2022 WA has done a great job in controlling coronavirus, and with no cases in the Kimberley and our borders remaining closed, West Kimberley Physiotherapy is reopening for face to face appointments commencing Monday 4th. This includes 1:1 exercise therapy (including pilates), or 2 patients simultaneously, only if they are from the same household. Telehealth with video link ups between practitioner and patients has been embraced by the government, private health insurers, physioth...erapists and patients and has a great place for clients that require rehab, exercise therapy or injury specific advice. This service will continue and is encouraged for anyone who wishes to maintain distancing. Our efforts to maintain the highest possible standards of infection control include: - Additional short breaks between patient appointments to enable adequate cleaning and minimise patient waiting time. - We will not use any bed linen to enable adequate cleaning, if you wish to bring your own clean towel for comfort, that is acceptable. Single use pillow covers will be used when required. - Hand sanitiser is provided and requested to be used as soon as you enter the clinic. - Your physiotherapist will be implementing regular hand washing or sanitising before and after any direct contact with you. They also have gloves available to use at their discretion or your request. - No cash payments will be accepted. - No children (unless they are the patient) will be permitted to enter the clinic with a parent who is receiving treatment. Please do not attend for an appointment if you have any signs of respiratory illness such as fever, cough, runny nose or shortness of breath. Any concerns or queries can be directed to [email protected], and our reception staff can take any bookings or messages 8.30 - 5.00, Monday to Friday on 9191 2122.

20.01.2022 Due to the Private Health Insurance reforms, pilates sessions are now to be referred to as physiotherapy exercise treatment. Clients will continue to remain eligible for physiotherapy rebates for attending these sessions.

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19.01.2022 Latest research suggesting hamstring and calf stretching before bed can help reduce those annoying night leg cramps.

19.01.2022 West Kimberley Physio is starting to wind down for Christmas with limited appointments available until Monday 23rd December before staff are taking some holidays. We say a sad farewell to Mireille who is leaving town with her family. Lisa will be back with limited appointments from the week of 21 Jan with Ronald back on board early Feb. ... Have a safe and happy Christmas everyone!

18.01.2022 By the end of this week, all calls to the clinic will be attended to by a receptionist off site who can make bookings and answer queries 5 days a week 8am-7pm (How good is technology!!) This should be a smooth transition, but online bookings and friendly pop-ins are still welcome.

18.01.2022 Telehealth physiotherapy appointments will be covered by Workcover WA (approved workers compensation) and for those on a Medicare Chronic Disease Management Plan. Private Health Funds are in the process of rolling them out. It may be worthwhile a quick phone call to your private Health Fund to check their current status. This week patients will be contacted as we endeavour to set up for this process as quickly as possible.

17.01.2022 Doctor Gary Couanis - Specialist Sport & Exercise Physician will be available for appointments in Broome during July and August. appointments online at www.pert...hsportsmedicine.com.au #Broome

17.01.2022 Antony Lo, APAM, sheds light on that CrossFit HQ video recently shared with our community. Antonys detailed article covers pelvic floor dysfunction, and what is normal and what is not. He also advises the things that wont help, and those that will. #pelvichealth #crossfit

16.01.2022 And physio balls are not just for physio-ing.

16.01.2022 Not sure if you are taping correctly, and if you actually need to be taping? Book in for a consultation for advice on your requirements, or just pop in to purchase your taping needs. Fixomull, rigid sports tape, coloured kinesio tapes and tattooed dynamic tapes all available.

16.01.2022 An earlier (and very sudden) finish to work than anticipated for me. This little champ Hugo Jett was born 4th November. All is very well! Lisa

15.01.2022 And surgery + physio (exercise therapy) is also better than just surgery.

14.01.2022 Forget waiting, book online! Appointments are available online up to 4 hours in advance, no GP referrals required. Click on the link at top of the facebook page.

12.01.2022 Wishing everyone a safe and happy Christmas. The clinic will be closed until 7th jan, with pilates recommencing the week of 11th Jan. Thank you for your support over 2015!

11.01.2022 Clinical pilates 5 week program, low level matwork only. Commencing 10th March - 7th April, every Thursday 4pm. Suitable for beginners, low back pain sufferers, new mums. Feel free to have a chat if you would like to know more (9191 2122). Great for improving balance and function, and getting started on your way to better core strength. Cost $225, physiotherapy private health care rebates apply. Maximum 5 participants.

11.01.2022 Bookings available for massage. You dont need to be injured to see a physio! Our standard physiotherapy fees and private health insurance rebates apply. Please call 9191 2122 for further details or to book in.

10.01.2022 West Kimberley Physio staff will be enjoying a Christmas break from 24 Dec - 4th Jan. Have a lovely festive season everyone!

10.01.2022 CLINICAL PILATES treatments. Mat and small equipment sessions. Great for those wanting low impact core exercise, low back/neck pain sufferers, new mums, or fit and healthy people wanting to stay that way! Standard physiotherapy rebates apply for private health insurance. Bookings are essential.

09.01.2022 Limited appointments are available over the Christmas and January period until Feb 7th, but no scheduled pilates sessions due to staff leave. Our only period of closure is between Christmas and New Years. Merry Christmas to all our lovely patients and thank you for your support this year.

08.01.2022 Mother and daughter pilates treatment! Not the first (or second) time a patient has brought along their visiting mum for a session!

08.01.2022 Teaming up with newly implemented telehealth facilities to have a fun co-consultation and second opinion on a patient from my good friend and mentor, Brett Slocombe from Cottesloe Sports Physiotherapy. Bretts a multiple Olympic and World Championships physio for the Australian Swimming and Kayaking teams, and is a bit of a physio guru. Feedback was all positive from our client on how well the telehealth link up worked. It doesnt have to be all hands on to make a difference!

05.01.2022 A sad farewell and big thank you to Vandana Thavare who tomorrow heads off to Alice Springs to further her career. I knew she would be perfect in the aged care physio role and providing support at the clinic, and shes done a tremendous job! Best wishes Van.

05.01.2022 Clinical pilates will be ceasing for new clients until further notice. I am taking leave at the end of this week, and will return after a period of maternity leave. Extra clinical cover in my absence is being provided by Ronald Grimes who is available for appointments every week day commencing Tuesday 26 Sep. Thanks, Lisa

05.01.2022 My favourite sports medicine poster of all time

03.01.2022 Exercise exercise exercise for health!

02.01.2022 Pilates reformers and half trap table to make the pilates experience so much more challenging and fun!!

02.01.2022 GPs are now being advised to recommend physio to patients as an alternative to codeine, which became prescription only on 1st Feb. Got pain? See your physio. No referrals required unless workers compensation insurance claim.

01.01.2022 Looking for feedback on how people would feel about ways we can reduce our environmental footprint within the clinic and not feel that quality standards are compromised: Eliminate single use face sheets? And just clean between with a cloth and natural based cleaning spray? Or face towels for each patient (which then means extra washing)? Verbal informed consent documented on electronic notes, and give away with scanning and shredding paper? ... Recycling those pesky little plastic guide tubes from needles is certainly going to happen! Any other ideas welcome.