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Please find listed below the services that Balmain Sports Physiotherapy provides:
In discussion with the client, each of our practitioners will complete
a thorough history related to your injury, perform an appropriate
physical examination and then determine a specific treatment plan to
achieve your required goals. Fees for these services are available upon request with our administration staff.
PHYSIOTHERAPY
With several APA Sports Physiotherapists on staff you will benefit from state of the art management of your sports injuries. This includes a thorough initial assessment, accurate diagnosis, an individualised rehabilitation program (utilising our on-site gymnasium) and a graduated 'return to sport' exercise program, to enable an efficient and successful return to your sporting demands. In order to achieve this, physiotherapy services may include the appropriate provision of:
- soft tissue mobilisation (massage)
- dry needling
- joint mobilisation / manipulation
- muscle stretching
- muscle strengthening / conditioning, including core stability & swiss ball exercises
- proprioceptive / balance exercises
- biomechanical assessment & correction of movement
- sports strapping & bracing
- graduated & progressive 'return to sport' rehabilitation programs
- ergonomic assessment & posture correction
A referral from your general practitioner is not required to see one of our physiotherapists.
Additional Physiotherapy Services:
The practice's Physiotherapists are:
Cycling Set-Up and Fitting
This unique service combines the knowledge and skill of physiotherapists and bicycle fitting specialists working together to ensure the most comfortable and biomechanically correct fit of each individual to their specific bicycle. Once correctly set-up, it will enhance your cycling performance (ie, power and efficiency) and reduce the risk of cycling-related injuries.
The bike fitting service offered below is aimed at all levels of athlete, from the beginner to the proferssional, with specific variations applied for both the road cyclist and the triathlete, as their mechanical demands and body positions are different when cycling.
If you have a history of cycling related injuries or you are taking your cycling seriously, then the comprehensive 'bike fit' and physiotherapy review is suggested. Please bring the following to the bike fit:
- bicycle
- cycling shoes (including orthoses if applicable)
- cycling shorts and jersey
1. Basic ‘Bike Fit’ (Cycling Video Analysis and Musculoskeletal Screening)
A brief musculoskeletal screening is performed to assess any individual issues that need to be accommodated in the bike fit, such as asymmetries in body alignment and inadequate flexibility. A variety of static measures of both the bike and the athlete are recorded, so as to optimize the ‘fit’ between the athlete and their bike.
A cycling video analysis is conducted to observe the current ‘fit’ of you and your bicycle in a variety of cycling positions. The fitting process is then conducted by combining the results of the screening, video analysis, bike geometry and the biomechanical findings (joint angles in various cycling positions) to provide your optimal riding position. Any additional bike parts will have an added cost.
and performance.
2. Comprehensive ‘Bike Fit’ & Physiotherapy Review
A comprehensive musculoskeletal screening involves the screening as per above but additionally assesses a person’s physical capabilities including their individual static posture, anatomical body alignment, dynamic joint mobility, flexibility and measures of lumbo-pelvic ‘core / trunk’ strength. A complete injury history is taken and this is correlated to their current bicycle set-up and the results of their individual physical screening. A series of specific corrective exercises is then provided to the athlete targeting their identified issues, such as inadequate flexibility and / or poor strength of the trunk / pelvis / legs.
Musculoskeletal Athlete Screenings
At Balmain Sports Physiotherapy we offer a wide variety of musculoskeletal screening assessments and programs for individual athletes and sporting teams. The aim of these screenings is to identify potential sources for injuries before they become a problem, teach techniques to ensure these identified problems are managed correctly and insure optimal physical performance and enjoyment for your chosen sport. Please contact our administration staff for more information or to make an appointment.
Cervical Pillow Assessments
A Cervical Pillow Assessment determines the best way to support your neck while you are sleeping , allowing you to sleep more comfortably and improve your function throughout the day. Following an examination of your body type, neck range of movement and joint mobility / stiffness, our physiotherapists will make recommendations regarding the referred pillow types for you, based on an extensive understanding of neck anatomy / pathology, sleeping postures and the very latest scientific evidence available, so as to provide optimal support for your neck while you are sleeping. We keep a selective range of reasonably priced cervical support pillows, allowing you to choose the one that feels the most comfortable for you. please note that there is no direct treatment involved.
Home Visit Physiotherapy
If you are unable to attend our practice rooms, then we also offer a mobile service for aged care and acute neural or fracture management physiotherapy in the convenience of your own home setting. Home visits offer families the undivided attention of a health professional away from a busy ward or clinic in the security and privacy of their own home. this provides the opportunity for less hurried discussions about practical issues the client or family may wish to discuss regarding their ongoing management. Please contact our administration staff for more information or to organise a convenient appointment time.
Personal Strength and Conditioning Programs
With extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics of
movement and injuries, physiotherapists are experts in exercise
prescription. We can create a customized strength and conditioning
program specific to your goals and lifestyle, either to maximize your
recovery from injury, for future injury prevention or to improve your
general fitness and posture.
Group / Class Services
1. Get Fit 2 Ski
Is a six week program of ski-specific exercises designed to improve
your fitness, strength, coordination, balance and reaction time. This
will allow you to maximize your ski fitness and prevent avoidable ski
injuries in your upcoming ski season. The program commences in June
each year and requires you to register with our administration staff
as places are limited due to space and safety requirements.
2. Hydrotherapy
Is a physiotherapy based exercise program in water, designed to use the
properties of water (buoyancy, warmth and resistance) to relieve pain,
decrease joint stiffness, strengthen muscles and improve your
cardiovascular fitness. Hydrotherapy can assist people with arthritic
(and other inflammatory conditions), painful joints, joint
replacement, back / neck pain and general musculoskeletal
injuries. See one of our
physiotherapists to get an individually tailored exercise program for
you.
Workshops and Education
We offer a wide range of health and fitness seminars including:
- Safe Manual Handling
- Smart Workstations
- Importance of Posture
- Exercise in the Workplace
- Principals of Safe Lifting
- Managing Low Back Pain
- Benefits of Exercise
- Exercise and Kids
- Optimise Your Athletic Performance
- Young Mums: Preventing Injuries
Each seminar can be modified for groups of any size, with
interactions, demonstrations and active audience participation
encouraged. Seminars are individually tailored for sporting clubs,
corporate employers, student groups, community centres and schools.
Fees for seminars are available upon request with our administration
staff.
ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEONS
Balmain Sports Physiotherapy has a team of three orthopaedic surgeons with extensive experience and a special interest in sports injuries. Each of the surgeons provide a comprehensive orthopaedic service for all conditions within their speciality (ie, shoulder, wrist, knee and ankle), to develop a treatment plan that is tailored for each individual athlete's needs. This will often involve liaising with our sports physicians and physiotherapists in managing the injury and the rehabilitation if surgery is required.
The practice's Orthopaedic Surgeons are:
A referral from your general practitioner is required to see one of our orthopaedic surgeons, and often it is more efficient and appropriate to see a sports physician here at our practice first to arrange this.
Dr Jonathan Mulford
Dr Jonathan Mulford is an orthopaedic surgeon who specialises predominantly in knee surgery, managing all aspects of the knee pathology, including sports injuries and degenerative disease.
Obtaining his Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2005, he then travelled extensively throughout North America and Europe to gain further expertise and training with recognised world leaders in the field of knee surgery.
He has a strong interest in clinical research, with several publications in peer-reviewed journals and an award for a Diploma in Clinical Trials from the University of London in 2008.
Jonathan is actively involved in teaching through his appointment at Prince of Wales Public Hospital and has participated in the Orthopaedic Outreach program to the Solomon Islands.
His primary aim is the delivery of an efficient, high quality orthopaedic service to his patients, referring doctors and associated allied health professionals.
Knee Services Offered include:
- Arthroscopic (key hole) surgery
- Ligament reconstructions (anterior cruciate / posterior cruciate)
- Joint Replacement (unicompartmental, patellofemoral and total knee)
- Management of all Arthritis conditions
Wrist Services Offered include:
- Arthroscopic (key hole) surgery techniques
- Fixation of Wrist Fractures (i.e. distal radius, scaphoid)
- Ligament reconstructions (anterior cruciate / posterior cruciate)
- Management of ganglions, carpal tunnel, trigger finger, Skier’s thumb and arthritis of the hand
Website:
- For further information on Jonathan, please visit www.myorthopod.com.au
Dr David Lunz
Dr
David Lunz is an orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in all aspects of adult foot and ankle disorders.
David trained in
orthopaedic surgery in Sydney where he obtained his Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (2001), followed by a 12 month fellowship under Professor Thomas O. Clanton at the renowned Texas Medical
Centre in Houston.
David is a current member of the Sydney Orthopaedic Specialists and is also a Visiting Medical Officer at the Prince of Wales Hospital.
Ankle and Foot Services Offered include:
- Arthroscopic (key hole) surgery
- Fixation of Ankle and Foot Fractures (i.e. fibula, tibia, lisfranc)
- Joint Integrity (spurs, bunion, corrective srugery)
- Ligament reconstructions (lateral / medial)
- Achilles Tendon Reconstructions / Repairs
- Management of ganglions / neuroma's, Hammer / Mallet / Claw toes and arthritis of the foot.
Website:
- For further information on David, please visit www.sydneyorthopaedics.com
Dr John Trantalis
Dr John Trantalis is an orthopaedic surgeon who specialises in shoulder and elbow surgery, managing traumatic and chronic shoulder and elbow disorders.
Trained in New South Wales with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and the Australian Orthopaedic Association,, John completed his Fellowship at the University of Calgary, Canada and The Prince of Wales hospital. Gaining further training at the Mayo Clinic and Sloane Kettering Centre (New York), John has a strong interest in clinical research with several publications in peer-reviewed journals and is currently completing a Diploma in Public Health.
John is actively involved in teaching through his appointment at
Concord Public Hospital and is an active member in the Orthopaedic
Outreach program. His primary aim is the
delivery of an efficient, high quality orthopaedic service to his
patients, referring doctors and associated allied health professionals.
Shoulder and Elbow Services Offered include:
- Arthroscopic (key hole) or Open Surgery techniques
- Fixation of shoulder, clavicle and elbow fractures
- Joint Integrity (acromial spurs, loose bodies)
- Shoulder Reconstructions (Bankart, SLAP tears) for instability
- Rotator Cuff and Biceps muscle repairs
- Lateral Epicondylitis
- Management of all Arthritis conditions and / or joint replacements
Website:
- For further information on John, please visit www.shoulderandelbow.com.au
SPORTS PHYSICIANS
Sports physicians specialize in the treatment and management of sporting injuries, from the recereational to the elite athlete, by combining their musculoskeletal and medical knowledge with the pathophysiology of injuries, to provide optimal long term care to the athlete.
This will often involve liaising with the referring doctor / physiotherapist and the organisation of high quality investigations, to provide a comprehensive evaluation to enable an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.
The practice's Sports Physicians are:
A referral from your general practitioner or physiotherapist is not required to see one of our sports physicians.
Dr Scott Burne
Commencing his professional career for the Australian Defence Force, Scott was a Medical Officer for the Sydney Olympic Games (2000). After completing his Masters of Sports Medicine (2001), Scott became a Fellow of the Australian College of Sports Physicians (2002), and continues to be actively involved in education by being a Visiting Fellow of the UNSW Sports Medicine Program, an internationally renowned post-graduate course for doctors.
Scott has travelled to two Olympic Games (Athens 2004; Beijing 2008) completing the dual role of working for the Australian team and the Australian Women's Basketball Team. He currently assists in coverage for the Wests Tigers NRL team, as well as previously working with the Balmain Rugby League Team, NSW Rugby Union (State Juniors, Sydney
Grade and Colts), Australian Rugby League (Canberra Raiders, Wests
Tigers), NSW State Cricket and the National Athletics program.
In addition to consulting at Balmain Sports Physiotherapy, he also consults at Sydney Sports Medicine Centre and St.Vincents Sports Medicine. and is
currently a Visiting Fellow of the UNSW Sports Medicine Programs, an
internationally renowned post-graduate course for doctors.
Services Offered include:
- All bone, joint, muscle and tendon related injuries
- Adolescent / growth related conditions (Pars defects, Osgood Schlatter's, Sever's Disease)
- Non-Operative Management of all Arthritis conditions
- Medical issues related to sport (exercise induced asthma, excessive fatigue, return to sport after illnesses, hydration / nutritional)
Website:
- www.stvincentssportsmed.com.au
PODIATRY
Podiatry are dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of lower limb biomechanical-related injuries in both the sporting and general population.
A referral from your general practitioner or physiotherapist is not required to see one of our podiatrists.
Podiatry Services Offered include:
The practice's Podiatrists are:
Sports Podiatry
Using the latest in biomechanical computer software, our podiatrists assess the alignment and function of your musculoskeletal system during gait (walking, running) and a series of functional exercises to identify the biomechanical factors involved and related to your injury.
These may include:
- Over or under pronation of the foot
- Pelvic Instability
- Excessive movement on a bone or soft tissue structure leading to increased stress
- One limb longer or shorter
With the repetitive nature of exercise and sport on the lower limb structures (bone, muscle, tendon, ligament), small inefficiencies or errors in your alignment and movement can lead to the development of overuse (ie shin splints, muscle tendonitis) injuries, which if left untreated can develop into stress fractures to the relevant bones involved.
In order to prevent your injury becoming more serious and debilitating, early intervention strategies are devised to stabilise and correct the biomechanical factors involved which may include:
- Muscle stretching
- Muscle strengthening exercises
- Customised and lightweight flexible orthotics
- Footwear advice (work, casual, running, sporting boots)
- Ankle strapping / foot padding and strapping ssive movement on a bone or soft tissue structure leading to increased stress
- One limb longer or shorter
General Podiatry
When walking the foot absorbs approximately 2 ½ times your body weight with each step. Naturally, the skin on the sole of your foot thickens and develops a hard protective layer on areas that are required to absorb the highest pressures. When the hard skin (callous) becomes too thick it can crack or create a burning pain under the foot. If the pressure becomes more localized and / or rubbing of the skin is also involved, a painful corn may develop. Treatment involves debriding (ie. remove the hardened upper layers of skin) the callouses / corns in a gentle and pain-free method, in order to allow the softer skin underneath to mature. Appropriate footwear advice would also be given to minimize the risk of re-occurrence.
Attention is often not paid to toenails unless they become bruised, thickened or ingrown, in which case they can be very painful, even at night in bed! Early intervention is imperative to manage the ingrown toenails effectively and avoid infection. There are many non-invasive treatment options avaiIable for ingrown toenails, however if they become an ongoing problem, nail surgery (performed under a local anesthetic) may be appropriate.
Please be advised that if you have diabetes, it is particularly important to have any corns / callouses and ingrown toenails treated regularly (every 6-8 weeks) by a podiatrist to avoid possible complications.
Other common foot conditions we successfully treat and manage are warts (verrucae), tinea (athlete’s foot) and blisters.
PILATES
At Balmain Sports Physiotherapy we provide 'studio-based pilates'
...which ensures individualised sessions and quality instruction from a physiotherapist or qualified pilates Instructor using specialised equipment and exercises. A thorough assessment is undertaken prior to commencing pilates, to ensure a specific program can be developed to meet your needs.
Studio Pilates Services Offered include:
All pilates sessions with our physiotherapists are claimable through
your Private Health Insurance if you have appropriate physiotherapy
cover.
The practice's Pilates Physiotherapists are:
Private (1 instructor to 1 client)
Are a great way for beginners to be introduced to the techniques involved in pilates, ensuring you learn and understand the correct principles involved. When your instructor is happy with your progress, semi-private and mat classes will be recommended. Each session is 60 minutes in duration.
Semi-Private (1 instructor to Max 3 clients)
With a maximum of 3 clients to ensure you continue to receive individual attention, these sessions are for those with a good pilates skill level. Your instructor will modify your programs regularly to provide challenging and interesting sessions that are tailored to maximise your results
Mat Classes (1 instructor to Max 8 clients)
Mat Classes focus on a whole body pilates workout, utilising Matwork exercises and small apparatus equipment,
such as swiss balls, theraband, free weights, magic-circles, and foam
rollers.The class is restricted to a maximum of 8 clients to ensure high quality tuition by the instructor.
Pre and Post-Natal Pilates
Under review.
Pilates FAQs:
What Can Pilates Help?
- Posture-related conditions
- Rehabilitation of peripheral or spinal conditions
- Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
- Transition from 'hands-on' Treatment to Return to Work / Sport
- Athletes
- Dancers
- Seniors Exercise
- Balance and Fall Prevention
- Pregnancy (Pre and Post Natal)
- Workers Compensation Rehabilitation
Pee-Lah-tees Background
The creator of Pilates, German born Joseph Pilates, suffered from various illnesses as a child, hence he developed his own specific exercises using springs on hospital beds to overcome his own physical weaknesses. The modern form of Pilates commenced in the dance community as it allowed them an alternative to land based training. Further popularity was achieved via rehabilitating injured professional athletes, but in recent times the wider population as seen its extensive benefits for health and fitness.
Core Stability - What is it and How Does it Relate to Pilates?
Pilates is widely recognised for its profound effect on improving core stability. Specific exercises focus on developing the endurance and strength of the core muscles, necessary for pain-free, efficient movement and maximal performance for all, from the office worker to the elite athlete.
Did you know that pain, injury or poor posture can cause the core stabilising muscles to switch off? These muscles do not switch on again by themselves - we must consciously turn them back on again. The latest scientific evidence reveals you are less likely to have a recurrence of back pain if rehabilitation involves exercises that activate and strengthen the deep stabilising muscles.
Pilates Improves the Way You Move
Pilates focuses on correcting muscle imbalances and improving faulty movement patterns. This is achieved through a series of precise exercises, often utilising specialist equipment (reformers, trapeze, barrels etc).
You could have strong global muscles but still have weak stabilising muscles. This imbalance can lead to chronically tight muscles, recurrence of injuries, poor postures and decreased peak performance. Pilates can address an underlying cause of pain, recurring injury or weakness by looking at the biomechanics of the body as a whole, rather than looking only locally at the joint involved.
Pilates Improves Muscle Strength, Flexibility and Toning
Spring loaded machines and specifically designed equipment supports your bodyweight and allows the body to relax. Specific exercises are then taught to provide either resistance (ie, muscle strength), or assist you into a greater muscle / fascial stretch (ie, muscle mobility and flexibility).
Pilates has also gained wide popularity amongst celebrities and models in their quest to keep on “looking good”. The secret lies in the whole body toning and conditioning that Pilates offers!
MASSAGE THERAPY
Massage therapy is beneficial to assist in the recovery of an existing soft tissue injury or as preventative treatment, allowing the muscles to rest, relax, revive and recover from the daily demands we place on them during our sport and activities of daily living.The benefits of massage include:
- Relieves sore muscles and aching joints
- Promotes joint health and improves joint range of motion
- Accelerates the healing process and helps breakdown / remove scar tissue
- Increases energy levels
- Improves circulation of the blood and lymphatic systems
- Reduces chronic pain and headaches
- Improves posture
- Promotes general well-being by alleviating stress / tension / anxiety / depression / insomnia
- Improves immune and digestive function
- Relaxes the nervous system
Massage Therapy Services Offered include:
Personalised Gift Vouchers are available for friends or loved
ones and are a great way to say 'Happy Birthday' or 'Thank-You'. To
purchase a Certificate, please contact our administration staff at your
convenience.
A referral is not required to see one of our massage therapists and sessions with our massage therapists are accredited and claimable through
your Private Health Insurance if you have appropriate
cover.
The practice's Massage Therapists are:
Remedial Massage
Benefits: Remedial Massage is used for the rehabilitation of soft tissue injuries, musculoskeletal imbalances, neuromuscular holding patterns (caused by poor postural and work habits), and maintenance of chronic pain.
Remedial massage uses specific techniques including Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) and advanced stretching to return your soft tissues structures to their normal resting lengths.
Remedial massage can assist in ensuring the body is able to function at its optimum level, free of what can be quite debilitating muscular pain caused by your 'day-to-day' activities.
Sports Massage
Benefit: Sports massage can work for anyone who is active, from the recreational athlete to the elite athlete. By targeting one’s most troublesome body parts, sports massage helps to improve performance, increase range and quality of movement, and prevent injury.
Sports massage can be used effectively to treat conditions such as tendonitis, strains, sprains, and muscle / fascial adhesions. Sports massage can also be used in conjunction with training schedules and conditioning programs to enhance performance, aid in recovery from competition and reduce the risk of injuries occurring.
Deep Tissue Massage
Benefits: Deep Tissue Massage is a massage technique that focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue. It aims to release the chronic patterns of tension in the body through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the contracted areas, either following or going across the fibres of the muscles, tendons and fascia.
The process of the Deep Tissue Massage aims to restructure the muscular system by re-positioning muscles, tendons and ligaments that may have become bunched and shortened. By realigning the body, habitual patterns of tension and stress accumulated by today’s lifestyle may be released. In addition to improved posture, other benefits include pain relief, increased energy and an improved sense of relaxation and well-being.
Pregnancy Massage
Benefits: Pregnancy Massage uses a combination of Swedish and Remedial Massage techniques to assist with the tensions and pains experienced during pregnancy.
There are many physical benefits to Pregnancy Massage in addition to the nurturing and emotional support provided by the practitioner. Massage reduces peripheral swelling, soothes the nervous system, helps to prevent insomnia, muscle cramps, and back / neck pain.
At Balmain Sports Physiotherapy we use the Belly Pillow, which is the ultimate pregnancy pillow, as it allows a pregnant woman to lie on her front, ease pressure on her back and lets her have a massage throughout her whole pregnancy! Massage can also be performed lying on her side with special pillows and bolsters.
Regular massage throughout the pregnancy is also said to shorten labour time and the return to optimal fitness after birth.
Swedish Massage
Benefits: Swedish massage can relieve fatigue, reduce tension, calm the nervous system and promote relaxation to give you a sense of renewed energy.
It can help maintain muscles in an optimum state of nutrition, flexibility and vitality whilst relieving muscle tightness and stiffness that may restrict full movement. Techniques used are flowing and rhythmic, and the pressure is suited to your individual preference or needs.
DIETITIAN
Improving your individual health and well-being for the demands of daily
life and exercise, is dependent on optimal nutritional advice. A
healthy diet has to be one that is enjoyable, practical, realistic and
sustainable in the long term. Our Accredited Practicing Dietitians are able to provide
practical nutrition advice and education about healthy living and / or a healthy lifestyle, according to your individual
requirements and goals.
The practice's Dietitian is:
A referral from your general practitioner is not required to
see our dietitian.
Caitlin Reid
Accredited Practicing Dietitian and Accredited Exercise Physiologist, Caitlin Reid, is the founder and author of Health & the City®. With a keen interest in getting the most out of life, Caitlin knows how hard it is to juggle career goals, family and friends, a relationship and personal development, all while trying to make health a priority in life. Forget about being too busy - Caitlin almost effortlessly entwines health into the lifestyle of any hectic urbanite.
Caitlin Reid is the author of Health & the City, a healthy lifestyle book that aims to help the hectic Australian urbanite navigate their way healthily through this fast-paced urban existence. In short, concise and easy to absorb chapters, it is full of health facts and practical tips, from salt to sandwiches, caffeine to cornflakes, gender differences to gin and tonics and peanuts to portion control. At the end of each chapter it has the crucial element for behavioural change: The Challenge.
This motivational book is the only health / nutrition book on the market dedicated specifically to city-dwellers and their busy lives. For just $22.95, Health & the City really will inspire you to Eat it. Work it. Live it. Purchasing a book can be done at our practice or directly via Caitlin’s website below.
In addition to consulting at Balmain Sports Physiotherapy, Caitlin is the Club Dietitian at the South Sydney Rabbitohs Club, and continues an active role in education by regularly lecturing at The Australian College of Physical Education and the Sports Dietitians Australia’s Nutrition for Exercise and Sport programs.
Dietitian Services Offered include:
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Sports / Team Nutrition
- Managing You Weight / Weight Loss
- Improving Your Energy Levels
- Lifestyle Management
- Boosting Your General Health and Well-Being
- Corporate Health
- Special Dietary Requirements for Celiac Disease, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Optimising your Sporting Performance
Website:
- For further information on Caitlin, please visit www.healthandthecity.com.au
NATUROPATH
Balmain Sports Physiotherapy recognizes naturopaths are holistic practitioners that have a critical role in ensuring an individual's optimal health and function. Naturopaths view disease and illness as a response to an unhealthy, stressful or unsatisfactory lifestyle.
Using scientific techniques and an expertise in naturopathy, herbal medicine, homeopathy and nutritional sciences, naturopaths identify your symptoms and discover why you are susceptible to a specific condition or illness.
Following a thorough consultation (including a complete medical history, genetic predisposition, your daily life events and how this affects your overall health), an individualized health plan to address the factors causing the illness is prescribed. This will eliminate your symptoms and the true cause of the condition / illness, ensuring you experience true and long lasting changes in your health.
The practice's Naturopath is:
A referral from your general practitioner is not required to
see our naturopath.
Emma Sutherland
Having obtained a Bachelor of Health Science, Emma underwent post-graduate training in Herbal Medicine, Nutrition, Homoeopathy, Women’s Health and is also a certified HypnoBirthing instructor.
Emma specialises in detox diets and has pioneered a program that is proving extremely effective in alleviating infertility and miscarriage, by using an innovative combination of organic food, herbal medicine and online resources.
In addition to private consulting at Balmain Sports Physiotherapy, Emma conducts seminars to the Golden Door Health Retreat and large corporate entities (Ernst & Young, Australian Tax Office), has featured on the Kerri-Anne Show and various publications specialising in infertility, miscarriage, detox diets and her expanding organic tea range.
Currently, Emma is writing an innovative book on Female Health, collaborating with one of Sydney’s leading home economists.
Naturopath Services Offered include:
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Female Health eg, infertility, IVF support, menopause, menstrual irregularities
- Preconception, Prenatal and Postnatal Care
- Hypnobirthing Classes
- Natural Children's Health
- Detoxification
- Weight Loss and Management
- Stress Management
- Boosting Your Immunity (ie, allergies, constant infections)
- Digestive Issues (ie, bloating, food intolerances, irregular bowels)
Website:
- For further information on Emma, please visit www.healthequalsvitality.com.au
SPORTS PSYCHOLOGIST
Sport psychology is the study of psychological and mental factors that influence, and are influenced by, participation in sport, exercise and physical activity, and the application of this knowledge to everyday settings.
Sport psychologists are interested in how participation in sport, exercise, and physical activity may enhance personal development and wellbeing throughout the life span. They work with individual athletes, sports teams, organisations and in private practices.
The practice's Sports Psychologist is:
A referral from your general practitioner is not required to
see our sports psychologist.
Paul Penna
Paul is a recognized and fully Registered Sports Psychologist with specialized tertiary training in sport psychology and over 15 years of experience competing, coaching and working with many of Australia's top sports people and teams.
He commenced working at the New South Wales Institute of Sport (NSWIS) in 2001, becoming a Senior Sports Psychologist during 2006 / 07. He was principally
focused on assisting athletes and programs obtain their peak performance, whether that was at a State, National, Commonwealth Games,
World Championships or Olympics / Paralympics.
Paul is the current Sports Psychologist for the Australian Swimming Team, but his vast sports experience in the past has included Olympic Games (Beijing, 2008), Commonwealth Games (Melbourne, 2006) and the World Championships (2004, 2005, 2007).
Paul has since developed a successful business, Focus Performance
Psychology, that caters with all athletes, from the recreational to the elite level.
Sports Psychology Services Offered include:
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Performance Enhancement and Mental Skills (ie, goal setting, imagery, confidence)
- Injury Rehabilitation, Recovery and Restoration
- Anxiety Management and Relaxation
- Concentration and Mental Preparation
- Stress and Time Management
- Team Building and Leadership
- Communication Skills
- Travel Skills
- Debriefing and Program Evaluation
- Video Analysis of Sporting Emotions and Performances
Website:
- For further information on Paul, please visit www.performancepsychology.com.au
SPEECH THERAPY
Is your child having reading or speech difficulties? Are they underachieving at school? Struggling with essays and exams?
Speak & Write Speech Pathology Rozelle was established to help children and adolescents with speech, reading, writing and comprehension difficulties. Our programs are tailored to the student’s individual needs (ie, delay or disorder) and are developed using research-based therapy techniques and educational principles.
An initial assessment is required prior to commencement of therapy to ensure we understand your child’s needs, and can therefore suggest the best method of treatment in collaboration with your family.
The practice's Speech Therapist is:
A referral from your general practitioner is not required to
see our speech therapist.
Alex McKinlay
Is a Certified and Practicing Speech Pathologist (CPSP) who specialises in helping children and adolescents with speech, higher level language and literacy difficulties, through a balance of both clinical experience and as a researcher for The University of Sydney.
Alex is the founding member of Speak and Write, which consists of a team of Speech Pathologists and academic support staff in private practice and as part of Learning Support teams in schools in the Greater Sydney area.
Alex is registered with Speech Pathology Australia’s Professional Self Regulation programme
Speech Therapy Services Offered include:
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Individual Therapy can be done in-school, clinic or home
- Speech Assessment
- Language Processing strategies
- Reading Comprehension strategies
- Consultancy Services to Teaching Professionals
- Teacher and Parent Seminars
- Writing and Editing skills
- Exam Preparation Techniques
- Time Management Techniques
Phone:
- For all appointments, please call Alex on p: 1800 788 726
Website:
- For further information on Alex, please visit www.speakandwrite.com.au
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