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Conditions We Treat
You don't need to arrive with a diagnosis, and you don't need to know which practitioner to book. Find the area closest to what you're feeling, or tell us what's going on and we'll work it out with you.
If you're not sure what's wrong
Not knowing is completely normal
Pain doesn't always stay where the problem is. A stiff hip can show up as back pain. A tight neck can show up as a headache. Some pain moves around, and some starts without any obvious event at all.
That's why you're not expected to diagnose yourself before you book. Working out what is going on is the first job of your appointment.
Pick the page closest to where it hurts, or tell us what's going on and we'll point you to the right person.
Browse by area and activity
Find the page closest to where it hurts
Sport & Activity
- ACL injury
- Ankle sprain
- Concussion
- Rib sprain
- Tendon pain
- Tennis elbow
Pain Areas
Women's Health
Complex Conditions
How we approach any condition
The same careful process, whatever brings you in
- 01
Understand you first
What your week looks like, what you've already tried and what this is stopping you doing.
- 02
Look above and below
We assess the painful area and the regions around it that share its workload.
- 03
Treat and plan together
Hands-on care is paired with something to do between visits, built around your week.
- 04
Stay through the strength phase
We keep working with you after the pain settles, while you rebuild capacity.
Who you'll see
You don't have to pick the right practitioner
We'll match you with the right person, and our practitioners talk to each other about your care.
Where to see us
Four clinics across Melbourne
Common questions
Before your first visit
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly with any of our practitioners. If you have a GP care plan, WorkCover or TAC claim, mention it when booking so the team can guide you.
What if I don't know what's wrong?
That's what the first appointment is for. Book with the practitioner you feel suits you best, or call us and describe what's going on. We'll work out a starting point together.
How much does it cost, and can I claim it?
Our services may be claimable through private health extras cover, depending on your policy, and on-site claiming is available. Check your cover with your fund, or call us for current fees.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on what's going on, how long it has been present and what you're working back towards. Your practitioner will talk you through a likely plan after your assessment and review it with you as you go.
Should I rest until my appointment?
Complete rest isn't usually needed. Keep moving in ways that feel comfortable and ease back on what clearly aggravates it. If you have severe pain, significant swelling after an injury or symptoms that worry you, see your GP or seek urgent care.
Your next step
Tell us what's going on
Book online, give us a call, or describe the problem and we'll point you to the right person.