No. You can book directly with our Hawthorn physiotherapy team without a referral from your GP. A referral is only required if you are accessing Medicare rebates through an Enhanced Primary Care plan, which your GP arranges. For private health insurance, WorkCover, DVA and TAC, no referral is needed to book.

Physiotherapy is a registered health profession that involves the assessment, diagnosis and management of a broad range of musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiorespiratory conditions. At our Hawthorn clinic, our physiotherapists most commonly see clients with back and neck pain, sporting injuries, tendinopathies, joint conditions, pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation needs, and pregnancy-related musculoskeletal concerns.

This varies considerably depending on the nature of your presentation, your health history, your goals, and how you respond to treatment. Your physiotherapist will discuss a realistic timeframe with you at your initial appointment. Simple acute injuries may resolve across a small number of sessions, while longer-standing or complex conditions often require a more sustained treatment program.

Physiotherapists are trained to assess and manage chronic and persistent pain. Chronic pain is complex and often involves a range of contributing factors beyond the physical. Your physiotherapist will take a comprehensive approach that considers your full experience and develops a management plan that addresses both physical function and the broader context of your pain.

Physiotherapy can be appropriate for managing various musculoskeletal changes that occur during pregnancy, including pelvic girdle pain, low back pain, and hip discomfort. Our Hawthorn team includes practitioners with an interest in pregnancy-related conditions. Please let us know when booking so we can match you with the most appropriate physiotherapist for your needs.CDM), however this must be in place and initiated by a GP before treatment commences.

You may be eligible for a Medicare rebate for physiotherapy services under an Enhanced Primary Care (Chronic Disease Management) plan. This plan must be put in place by your GP before your appointment commences. Medicare rebates under this program are not available for standard appointments without a plan in place.

Your initial appointment is 45-60 minutes and is used to complete a full assessment, begin treatment, and establish your management plan. Follow-up appointments are typically 30 minutes and are focused on reviewing your progress, progressing your treatment, and refining your program over time.

Please bring any relevant imaging (X-rays, MRI or ultrasound reports), referral letters if applicable, your private health insurance card, and any relevant paperwork such as a WorkCover or TAC claim number. Wear or bring comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows access to the area being assessed.

Yes. Our physiotherapy team works with people across all age groups. If you are booking for a child or adolescent, please note this when booking so we can allocate appropriate time and ensure the right practitioner is available.

We are located at 300 Burwood Road Hawthorn — a short walk from Glenferrie train station (Lilydale and Belgrave lines). There is free car parking directly in front of the clinic and across the road, with spaces ranging from one to two hours.

Good question, there are many practitioners out there with different clinical interests and training. We often get asked what the differences are between osteopaths, physiotherapists and exercise physiologists- the short answer is we try and match the right practitioner to you and your needs. We can help triage your condition to make sure you with the right practitioner to meet your goals