All Physioworks Health Group clinics have re-opened following the latest COVID-19 lockdown period. All clinics reopened on Thursday 18th February, in line with the lifting of latest Victorian Government COVID-19 Stage 4 restrictions. All services, including Physiotherapy services, Massage Therapy services & Exercise Physiology consults are available, with all Physioworks clinics open on weekdays […]

  Physioworks Health Group Exercise Physiologist Megan Jepson continues her long standing commitment in health & exercise research as part of her role as a Research Assistant at Monash University. Megan’s current research involves investigating the effectiveness of Government health messaging surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic for vulnerable populations. Megan Jepson has worked on many projects […]

  Welcome. Physiotherapist Conor Daly has recently joined the Physioworks Health Group. Conor Daly will be providing physiotherapy consultations at Physioworks Cranbourne & Pakenham clinics. Conor Daly has a keen interest in exercise & evidence based practice. He is committed to promoting better community health through active lifestyle changes & appreciates rehabilitation from injury can […]

  Try these simple tips from the health professionals at Physioworks Health Group to help you be fitter, healthier & happier, physically and mentally, this year!   Follow the Physioworks Facebook page for regular health tips from our team: @phgphysioworks

  It’s important to recognise the different types of injuries that can occur during Summer – particularly when being more active or wearing less supportive footwear. Watch as Physioworks Health Group Director David Francis explains the type of summertime injuries that present regularly at the clinic across summer and why they occur. If you are […]

  New Year, New You in 2021? Can the Physioworks Health Group Exercise Physiology team assist you with that New Year’s resolution to exercise more, to get fitter & healthier in 2021? The Physioworks Health Group Exercise Physiology team can assist you & develop tailored exercise programs to help you meet your 2021 goal! The […]

  After the extended lockdown period, Physioworks Exercise Physiologist Megan Jepson hit the hiking trails recently with a group of Physioworks clients and staff. “It was great to out on the trails and really nice to get amongst the trees again!” said Megan. “This first walk back was to slowly ease all back into some […]

  In this most challenging year, the Physioworks Health Group team are back actively supporting local community sporting teams as Melbourne returns to community summer sports. Injury prevention education is now critical given the level of inactivity that most players have endured in 2020, so the Physioworks team have been providing guidance to coaches and […]

  By Sophie Grumley, Exercise Physiologist, Physioworks Health Group Parkinson’s Disease is a progressive neurological condition that currently affects over 100,000 Australians. Parkinson’s is a complex condition & symptoms can vary for each individual. Symptoms of Parkinson’s occur when the brain doesn’t produce enough dopamine; a neurotransmitter that is necessary for sending messages between nerve […]

  What a year!! It’s been a year like no other…..but now we can all look forward to Christmas. What did lockdown mean for your health & fitness? For the health of your loved ones? Did a lack of exercise lead to some comfort, but now a most unwanted lockdown girth? Physioworks Health Group can […]

  By Dylan D’Souza, Exercise Physiologist, Physioworks Health Group A core objective of the Physioworks Health Group in supporting our communities is to help all with their physical health, fitness & mental well-being. It is widely acknowledged that across Australian communities many have encountered mental health challenges & disorders at some point in life. The […]

  By Megan Jepson – Exercise Physiologist, Physioworks Health Group Health awareness & promotion is an ever increasing part of modern day live, including the promotion of the many risk factors that can contribute to our overall cancer risk. Understanding more about cancer, combined with advances in medical treatment, and increasing public awareness, means cancer […]

  Many of us have been doing home exercise or have developed “a make shift gym” at home or in open spaces during the ISO period, but it is simply not the same as a full training work out in the gym environment.  With many now returning to training & playing across numerous sports, and […]

  With the latest easing of COVID-19 restrictions in Melbourne, in-clinic Exercise Physiology group classes are able to resume again at Physioworks Health Group. 1:1 Exercise Physiology consults have been permitted since the clinics re-opened; but now Group Exercise classes are also permitted in-clinic, albeit with some restrictions: As at November 9, 2020 at all […]

  “Working at a computer can cause back, neck and shoulder pains, headache, eye strain and overuse injuries of the arms and hands”   The Victorian Government flags computer related injuries as having increasing impact on our health & well-being, especially given that many are now working remotely in highly digital jobs. Leading Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist […]

  Great News! Remedial Massage Therapy, Sports Massage and Myotherapy services are permitted to return to routine practice from Wednesday 28th October, in line with Victorian Government re-opening regulations. Physioworks Health Group Massage Therapists Karyn Wheeler, Larissa Cordiano, Phil Boland and Ashley Law are looking forward to seeing you again in-clinic and providing expert hands on care to […]

  Howzat! Now in its 9th season (9 Not Out), Physioworks Health Group Camberwell continues our community sport partnership in providing sports physiotherapy & health care services to the Camberwell Magpies Cricket Club for the 2020/21 Victorian Premier Cricket season. The Physioworks Camberwell team, headed by Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist David Francis & Massage Therapists Larissa […]

  Physioworks Health Group is pleased to announce a new community sports partnership with St Cecilia’s Netball Club. The team at Physioworks Camberwell will be providing injury prevention and injury management support to all players as they prepare for a return to sport in the Waverley District Netball Association (WDNA). With restrictions still in place, […]

  In-clinic Paediatric Physiotherapy is available again at Physioworks Health Group Camberwell. Our Paediatric Physiotherapy team are back in the clinic for face-to-face appointments, in line with Victorian Government legislation & restrictions, during the Step 2 Roadmap reopening period. With combined experience of over 40+ years in the care, treatment & management of children, the […]

  In-clinic Exercise Physiology is back at all Physioworks Health Group clinics. Our EP team are back in the clinic for face-to-face 1:1 appointments, in line with Victorian Government legislation & restrictions, during the Step 2 Roadmap reopening period. At this stage in-clinic classes are still not permitted so our Zoom classes will be continuing […]

  As we come out of Stage 4 restrictions, Physioworks Health Group can now offer more physiotherapy and allied health services to our community. As of Monday 28th September, the services that we can offer in-clinic are extending! Whilst we are not back to full service & normal operation as yet, this is the first […]

  Leading Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Andrew Dalwood (FACP) has over 25 years’ experience in Industrial Physiotherapy, consulting to large, multinational companies and Victorian Government Departments to reduce injury frequency & improve workplace injury management, As part of Physioworks Health Group Online Office & Home Ergonomic Assessments Andrew provides advice on correct desk set-up for the […]

Leading Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Andrew Dalwood (FACP) has over 25 years’ experience in Industrial Physiotherapy, consulting to large, multinational companies & Victorian Government Departments to reduce injury frequency & improve workplace injury management, As part of Physioworks Health Group Online Office & Home Ergonomic Assessments Andrew provides advice on correct desk set-up for the home […]

  As a leading Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, with over 25 years’ experience managing elite athletes in the AFL, Physioworks Health Group Director David Francis (FACP) recommends awareness in management of the calf muscle to help prevent injury when exercising. The soleus is a powerful muscle in the back part of your lower leg – the […]

  APA Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist and APA Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist Paul Kemel has been appointed Course Coordinator for the new Physiotherapy course at Federation University Australia. The new degree in physiotherapy will be delivered at the Churchill campus in Gippsland, to help address the region’s workforce needs. The four-year bachelor degree will commence in 2021 […]

  Exercise Physiology classes at Physioworks Health Group have continued during COVID19 restrictions via Physioworks Online Telehealth. Supporting and maintaining each clients’ exercise program; and motivating all to keep moving and exercising has been paramount for the Physioworks Exercise Physiology team across the restriction period. The Physioworks Exercise Physiology team – Megan Jepson, Dylan D’Souza […]

  Physioworks Health Group supports the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) in raising awareness of the health & well-being of all tradies to help prevent injury at work. As part of Tradies National Health Month, the APA present a series of injury prevention workplace health tips & advice, from stretching to good lifting technique. Whether it’s […]

    Go to Physioworks Facebook page @phgphysioworks to learn more; join & follow the challenge. As we have all struggled to find motivation at some point this year, for the next six weeks we are going to help motivate each other! During these challenging times your health & well-being is paramount. Over the next […]

  Keep fit at home with the Physioworks Health Group team. The Physioworks team want to keep you active & moving at home in these challenging times as your health & well-being, both physically & mentally, is paramount. Check out & follow us on Physioworks FACEBOOK during Stage 4 restrictions; supporting you at home with […]

  Continuity of your physiotherapy & Exercise Physiology management safely from your own home. Given the current Stage 4 restrictions & the evolving Government guidelines, Physioworks Health Group TeleHealth is available for Exercise Physiology (EP) & Physiotherapy consultations to help ensure ongoing management of your current condition. During Stage 4 restrictions all Exercise Physiology consults […]

  Time off work due to poor health, injury or illness has a huge impact on families, businesses & communities. And tradies lead the way with in work place injury. Statistics show almost 55% of serious workplace injuries involve a tradie—despite tradies only making up 30% of the workforce. August is Tradies National Health Month. […]

  As of Thursday 23rd July, Victorian Government legislation means face masks/coverings are mandatory for anyone (over 12 years of age) leaving their homes for any reason. So what does this mean for you when attending a Physioworks Health Group clinic? You must carry your face mask with you at all times when traveling to […]

  As an essential service, Physioworks Health Group clinics remain open to help you with all your physiotherapy needs during the current COVID lockdown periods. Of late, with increased working/learning from home; and especially post the first lockdown period, the Physioworks physiotherapy team have had numerous clients attending our clinics with neck, shoulder and upper […]

  “Heads up on Diabetes” as it a relentless condition that is: the leading cause of blindness in adults a leading cause of kidney failure the leading cause of preventable limb amputations increases the risk of heart attacks & stroke by up to four times Physioworks Health Group support National Diabetes Week (July 12-17, 2020) […]

  July 14, 2020. Your physiotherapy & allied health care appointments at all Physioworks Health Group clinics are deemed as an essential service by Victorian Government legislation. This means you can continue to attend the clinics, including Physioworks Pakenham, during the second Stage 3 lockdown period.   David Francis, Andrew Dalwood & the Physioworks team […]

  AVOIDING INJURY ON RETURNING TO SPORT is a challenge facing all athletes post the COVID-19 ISO period, no matter the sport or the level of competition. Physioworks Health Group Centre has long standing relationships with numerous local community clubs. Physioworks Mulgrave (Waverley Park Physiotherapy Centre) is a sponsor of the Waverley Park Hawk Junior […]

  The Physioworks Health Group Exercise Physiology team pride themselves on using evidence-based practice to assist clients in managing their conditions – from returning to sport from injury to managing ongoing back pain, from Type 2 Diabetes to exercising with Parkinson’s Disease or Cancer. During Exercise Right Week (May 25-29), our EP team have a […]

  Continuity of your physiotherapy & EP management safely from your own home. Given the current situation with COVID-19 & the evolving Government guidelines recommending limited social interaction with those outside your household, Physioworks Health Group has introduced TeleHealth for Physiotherapy & Exercise Physiology (EP) consultations as an alternative to help ensure ongoing management of […]

  Having completed a Bachelor of Commerce & Bachelor of IT at ANU, Josh Kiley worked for KPMG as a management consultant for 5 years before making a career change to study physiotherapy. This career change was bourne from Josh seeking to define a career where he feels he can have a more direct & […]

  Physiotherapist Lucas Kelly has joined at the Physioworks Health Group, consulting at the Cranbourne & Pakenham clinics. Lucas Kelly has an interest in all musculoskeletal and sporting conditions. He is passionate about helping people from all walks of life achieve their rehabilitation goals, from high level athletes wanting to perform better to community members […]

  Physiotherapist Irwin Kim, a certified Australian Strength & Conditioning Association (ASCA) Strength & Conditioning Coach, has joined the Physioworks Health Group Camberwell clinic. Irwin Kim is uniquely placed to combine his knowledge & skills in both physiotherapy and strength & conditioning fields to manage clients with a wide range of musculoskeletal & sports related […]

  Physioworks Health Group’s Paul Kemel is now an Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) titled Physiotherapist having completed a dual Masters of Sports & Exercise Physiotherapy and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at Latrobe University. Paul Kemel is now titled APA Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist and APA Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist.  Paul has extensive sports physiotherapy experience having worked as the […]

  At Physioworks Health Group our team of health care professionals are constantly educating themselves on latest methods and techniques to ensure best clinical assessment and treatment for our clients. Physioworks Health Group Soft Tissue Massage Therapist Karyn Wheeler has attended a Trauma Touch Therapy course in Colorado, USA. Trauma Touch Therapy is a bodywork […]

  It’s Summer. In the summer sun and heat ensuring a correct warm up, staying hydrated and then a managed recovery period are key messages for injury prevention and optimum performance. Across all our clinics, the Physioworks Health Group team of physiotherapists, massage therapists & exercise physiologists, are involved in educating and supporting participation in […]

  Need some healthy Christmas stocking fillers to help keep your friends and/or family active in 2020? Physioworks Health Group offer a range of health improvement products which can assist with activity, injury prevention & self-injury management Check out the improved health gift ideas for Christmas, as recommended by the Physioworks physiotherapy team, which you […]

  By Physioworks, December 2019 Summer is now here. As a timely reminder, as our level activity increases so to do summertime injuries. Physioworks Health Group Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist David Francis (FACP) explains prevalent summertime injuries. Why do they occur? And what is the key to recovery and prevention of a long term aliment? CLICK […]

  Physioworks Health Group Physiotherapist Amy Shipperd recently supported the Australian Tennis team as physiotherapist at the INAS Global Games.   The INAS Global Games is a world-class sporting competition for elite athletes with an intellectual impairment that represents the peak of sporting achievement. The INAS Global Games were held in Brisbane in October, where […]

  The Ellinbank & District Football League (EDFL) have bestowed a Certificate of Appreciation on the Physioworks Health Group for sponsorship & support of the EDFL in season 2019. Physioworks Health Group have been the long standing Physiotherapy and Allied Health Care partner of the EDFL with the key focus being education of injury prevention […]

  By Brad Fernihough, APA Sports Physiotherapist, Physioworks Camberwell. Attention all rowers. Do you have an Active Extension Pattern – (AEP) – biomechanical rowing stroke?  A functional motor control assessment at Physioworks Health Group may assist you. Motor control is critical to high end biomechanical tasks such as the rowing stroke, a combination of postural […]

  Participation in local community sport drives health and well- being across our communities. Physioworks Health Group regularly assist in educating our communities on specific aspects of health, fitness and general well-being. Recently our team were involved in the Casey Basketball Junior Cavaliers Induction Day with 420+ young basketballers (and parents) across U12-18 boys & […]

  Physioworks Health Group Exercise Physiologist Megan Jepson participated & completed the 2019 Melbourne Half Marathon, having trained & prepared numerous Physioworks clients & team members with tailored training programs for various events at the Melbourne Marathon Festival, helping them reach their event goals. Megan sums up the event: WHAT A DAY!! The Melbourne Marathon […]

  Join Exercise Physiologist Megan Jepson & others from 5-15 October 2020 as they participate in a great Kokoda Track adventure led & managed by Ian Lumb of On Track Expeditions. Everyone is welcome & encouraged to prepare for the trek with Megan, who will be on the expedition as a fellow participant. Training & […]

  At Physioworks Health Group we believe that “Everyone is an athlete… we just have different events” Are you challenging yourself to improve your health and fitness this spring? What is your event and your event goal? Many Physioworks Health Group clients (and staff) are training excitedly as we head into the annual Spring-Summer Fun […]

  AFL Finals is an exciting time of year in Melbourne, with all competing clubs looking to achieve optimum performance at the right time following a very long season. The importance of sports science in AFL team success is well-documented, given the dynamic pace at which the game is now played the need for management […]

  ‘One of the joys of being involved in elite sport is the joy of winning—but that joy doesn’t last long in that it might last to participate in the song, but as soon as that song is finished, it’s game on for the next week.’                                     – David Francis, FACP. With AFL 2019 finals series […]

  Spring has sprung. And that means it is fun run season. Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Andrew Dalwood, Director of Waverley Park Physiotherapy Centre and Co-Director of Physioworks Health Group Camberwell, discuss lessons he has learnt over the last 12 months as a novice 50 year old runner in training and on fun run event race […]

  Each year, World Physiotherapy Day (September 8) highlights an aspect of healthcare that physiotherapy is uniquely placed to address. This year, the theme is Chronic Pain. The highly experienced team of physiotherapists at Physioworks Health Group are best qualified to assist you with your Chronic Pain. Our Physiotherapy team can help you to understand […]

  Recently Physioworks Health Group Director Andrew Dalwood, along with APA titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Jonathan Dodd and Physiotherapist Paul Kemel, recently returned to University to complete new protocol training for two new Research Studies with the University on Melbourne. Physioworks Health Group are again involved in research investigating the impacts of exercise on Hip Osteoarthritis […]

  So what present have you got planned for your Dad this Father’s Day? Soap on a Rope? Again? Give your Dad a gift of health, fitness and well-being this Father’s Day Ask this question for Father’s Day:  How Fit is your Dad? As your Dad gets older he falls into an age demographic and […]

  Finals time is an exciting time of year with all looking to achieve optimum performance at the business end of a long season. Now is the time to get all those niggles and soreness checked and treated to be at your best across your finals series. The team at Physioworks Health Group are gearing […]

  Netball participation continues to grow in our local sporting communities, and Physioworks Health Group is at the forefront in providing physiotherapy and health care support to local netball clubs. As a founding Community Partner, members of the Physioworks team have been working with and supporting Casey Demons Netball, across their first season in the […]

  Statistics show almost 3 in 5 serious workplace injuries involve a tradie—despite making up only 30 per cent of the workforce—tradies’ health must be everyone’s priority. 69% of all tradies think that ongoing soreness is a “normal part of the job” so there is a tendency to ‘tough it out’ at work! Tradies themselves […]

  Get to know the Physioworks Health Group team – Meet Physiotherapist Amanda Robertson. Q. You’re a Physiotherapist but you have expertise in Hand Therapy. Can you tell us a little about what that involves? Hand Therapy as a specialised area of physiotherapy concerned with the upper limb. This ranges from fractures, both conservative and […]

  They Dove! They Swam! They got Massage! And They raised $11,977.85 for Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Up to 90 swimmers, which included 7 teams, raised $11,977.85 and swam 467kms in 24 hours for 25,600 people living with MS at the 2019 Casey MS 24 Hour Mega Swim at Casey RACE on the weekend of July […]

  Diabetes Australia believe that diabetes is “the epidemic of the 21st century….the fastest growing chronic condition in Australia…and the biggest challenge confronting Australia’s health system”. Around 1.7 million Australians have diabetes. Over 100,000 Australian have developed it in the last 12 months, That means 280 cases every day. And it is the leading cause […]

  At Physioworks Health Group our exercise physiology team practice what we preach when it comes to “get up, be active and move”  Stadium Stomp at the MCG has become an established exercise event favourite event for numerous Physioworks team members and clients, making every step count, including fundraising toward selective charities. Exercise Physiologist Dylan […]

  by Physioworks Health Group June 2019 It is a busy time for the physiotherapy and allied health care team at Physioworks Health Group with the winter sports season now in full swing. Physioworks Health Group are committed to providing sports physiotherapy and allied health care for numerous community sporting clubs and leagues, across a […]

  by Physiotherapist Jeremy Tan, Physioworks Mulgrave (WPPC) In our busy everyday life, our bodies develop numerous aches and pains. Headaches can be one of the most debilitating conditions that can affect how you function throughout your day. At Physioworks Health Group our physiotherapy team are constantly assisting clients who present with headache symptoms. There […]

  At Physioworks Health Group, our Massage Therapy team have a range of massage disciplines, techniques and skill sets. Remedial Massage Therapist Ashley Law, at Physioworks Cranbourne and Pakenham, provides myotherapy in his assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal pain and conditions. When engaging muscle with myotherapy to assist client’s to achieve their goals, Ashley may […]

  Physioworks Health Group provide physiotherapy and allied health sponsorship and support to Casey Basketball Association (CBA), including the Casey Cavaliers. A break in the Casey Cavaliers schedule has given Physioworks Physiotherapist Alex Natsioulas time to reflect on the current status of the basketball season from an injury prevention and management perspective.     Q: […]

  No matter your stage of life, everyone should exercise regularly. Regular exercise and physical activity can assist with maintaining your quality of life, reduce the risk of chronic disease and help with your mental health. At Physioworks Health Group we believe that “Everyone is an athlete we just have different event”. That event maybe […]

  With a focus across our community this week on Exercise Right Week, Physioworks Health Group are pleased to be announce a new member to the Exercise Physiology team. Exercise Physiologist Sophie Grumley has joined the allied health care team at Physioworks Health Group Camberwell. With a Bachelor of Exercise & Sports Science and Masters […]

  by Dylan D’Souza, Exercise Physiologist, Physioworks Health Group During Exercise Right Week it is opportune to think about not only the physical benefits of exercise, but also the mental benefits of exercise for your health and well-being. Many in our community have encountered mental health issues within their life at some point, whether it […]

  Exercise Right Week (May 20-26) aspires to encourage all to be healthy and active. This year there is a focus on older Australians to “Move More and Age Better” by exercising. The Physioworks Health Group Exercise Physiology (EP) team of Brooke De Hey, Megan Jepson, Dylan D’Souza and Sophie Grumley are available to assist […]

  The Physioworks Health Group place a strong focus on health and well-being education of our community. A key initiative for best reach into our communities is our wide ranging support for local sporting leagues and clubs across all age groups. In season 2019, Physioworks Heath Group is the physiotherapy and health care partner for […]

  Physioworks Heath Group Massage Therapist Philip Boland is a key support member of the Australian Federation Cup team, assisting the team into the Fed Cup final to be played against France in November 2019. Philip has been the long term Sports Massage Therapist to the Fed Cup team, including travelling with and supporting the […]

  A key focus of Physioworks Health Groups’ community partnerships is to support & assist the local leagues and their member clubs with the development of their player health care programs and practices, with a focus on player welfare, including injury prevention & management In season 2019, Physioworks Health Group are the exclusive Physiotherapy and […]

  Stiff and Sore in the Neck? You don’t have to be in pain to feel stiff and sore in the neck. In the technological driven world in which we now live, Massage Therapy team at Physioworks are seeing an increasing number of episodes at our clinics of patients with increased muscle overloading through the […]

  Exercise Physiologist Dylan D’Souza has recently joined Physioworks Health Group. Dylan D’Souza will be working with the Exercise Physiology team full time across the Physioworks Cranbourne & Pakenham clinics, including on Saturday mornings at Physioworks Cranbourne. Dylan is a fully accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP, ESSAM) with a Masters in Exercise Physiology. With a long term […]

  Physioworks Health Group Director and Collingwood Football Club Head Physiotherapist David Francis has been presented an Honorary Lifetime Membership by the Collingwood Football Club. Collingwood Life Membership was bestowed on David Francis for 24+ years’ service as head physiotherapist to the club & over 500 AFL matches preparing and supporting the Magpie players, including […]

  Football pre-season is now in full swing with the 2019 season less than 8 weeks away for most leagues. Physioworks Health Group APA Sports Physiotherapist Matthew Lynagh was in Adelaide last week as part of allied health care team completing the U18 SANFL combine testing. This was the 5th year that Matt and the […]

  APA Sports Physiotherapist Matthew Lynagh helped prepare the Victorian U18 Girls Metro team for the first ever night cricket game played at the U18 Girls National Cricket Championship. Matt continued his long standing role as the team physiotherapist for the Vic Metro team at the championships, which was held in Bendigo and Ballarat in […]

  Don’t know how to lift weights? Need to be stronger? Need to be faster? Need more power? Need to sustain performance for longer periods in your chosen sport? Clinical Strength & Conditioning (SC&C) Assessments are now available at Physioworks Health Group Pakenham to assist you to prevent injury and optimise your performance in 2019. […]

  The Victorian Netball League (VNL) is the premier netball competition in Victoria, and Physioworks Health Group will in the thick of the action as the physiotherapy, allied health care and community partner to the Casey Demons Netball Club. Casey Demons are one of 10 clubs selected to be part of the new BUPA VNL, […]

  Three of the Physioworks Health Group physiotherapy team recently spent three days at the MCG – not watching sport but in-fact learning from world renowned speakers on pain sciences and chronic back pain. Physioworks Director Andrew Dalwood, APA Sports Physiotherapist Scott Williams & Physiotherapist Jack Manson attended the Neuro Orthopaedic Institute “Explain Pain” course. […]

  Physioworks Health Group Physiotherapist Millie Berkhout, who is the current team physiotherapist for Collingwood AFLW and VFLW teams (since 2017), discusses why a high level of injuries are occurring in woman’s football.   Over the last two-three years there has been a large increase in participation in elite and community women’s football at both […]

  Optimum performance in 2019 in your chosen winter sport – AFL, AFLW, Soccer, Netball, Athletics – starts now with your pre-season program. Clinical Strength & Conditioning at Physioworks Health Group provides athletes with comprehensive coaching & guidance on strength training. Participants will receive one-on-one coaching, with an individually tailored program designed by Irwin Kim, […]

  Physioworks Health Group Exercise Physiologist Megan Jepson recently completed the Around the Bay in a Day bike ride (250km) then followed up seven days later by running the Melbourne Half Marathon (21.1km) Megan had prepared for both events with a mix of exercise and cross training (including biking, running, walking and stretching). Critical to […]

  Cricket, Tennis, Softball, Running, Biking….. With the summer sports season now upon us hydration is critical for optimum performance and well-being during exercise. Physioworks Helath Group APA Sports Physiotherapist Brad Fernihough looks at Fluid Requirements for Exercise in Heat/Humidity. Loss Of Fluid Through Sweating During strenuous exercise most of the heat produced is dissipated […]

  Around the Bay in a Day is an annual non-competitive, fully supported, recreational cycling fundraising event every October, organised by Bicycle Network Victoria around Port Philip Bay. Exercise Physiologist Megan Jepson has been supporting, assisting and supervising a team of riders, both clients and workmates, in preparation for the challenging 250 km event. Among […]

  Physioworks Health Group Director David Francis (FACP) has a long term association with the Collingwood Football Club (CFC) having worked with the AFL club in a physiotherapy and sports science capacity since 1995. Over the last two decades the importance sports science in AFL team success has been well-documented, given the dynamic pace at […]

  Local community sport relies heavily on individuals who contribute endless hours of time and support to their clubs. Frankly, many clubs would simply not function without this dedicated volunteer support. The South East Football Netball League (SEFNL) recognise these tireless, selfless individuals with the SEFNL Volunteer of the Year Award, proudly sponsored by Physioworks […]

  On the World Physiotherapy Day, Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) promote awareness of the benefits of physiotherapy in the prevention, maintenance and treatment of injuries to ensure all Australians can get the most out of their life. World Physiotherapy Day is an annual global event that Physioworks Health Group participate in. We recognise our team […]

  The team at Physioworks Health Group are gearing up for a busy “business end of the season” supporting numerous local community football leagues & teams as they head into their respective competition final series. Physioworks Health Group provide allied health care support and sponsorship to the Ellinbank & District Football League (EDFL), the South […]

  August is Tradies National Health Month which aims to raise awareness of the health and injury risks affecting those who work in trade occupations—among tradies themselves, their families, employers and the wider community. With statistics showing almost 3 in 5 serious workplace injuries involve a tradie—despite making up only 30 per cent of the […]

  Physioworks Health Group Exercise Physiologist Megan Jepson has recently had a research paper published by the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine (ACRM) in the prestigious Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Journal. Co-authored with four (4) other Australian allied health care professionals the research paper is titled “Chronic Heart Failure and Exercise Rehabilitation: A […]

National Diabetes Week (July 8-14) with the It’s About Time message aims to increase awareness of the early detection and health impacts of diabetes in our communities. Diabetes: is the leading cause of blindness in adults is a leading cause of kidney failure is the leading cause of preventable limb amputations increases the risk of […]

  by Physioworks Health Group May 2018 The winter sporting period is always a busy time for the physiotherapy and allied health care team at Physioworks Health Group. In 2018, the Physioworks Health Group team are committed to providing sports physiotherapy and allied health care for numerous professional and community sporting clubs and leagues, across […]

  Everybody should do some form of Exercise to ensure your health, fitness and your general well-being. The Exercise Physiology team at Physioworks Health Group are “motivating and moving” our clinics and our patients in promoting Exercise Right week from May 21-27. An annual campaign headed by ESSA (Exercise & Sports Science Australia) this year’s […]

  May 2018 Physioworks Health Group APA Sports Physiotherapist Matthew Lynagh recently provided his expertise to an intensive Australian Men’s Deaf Cricket team camp based at the Cricket Australia National Cricket Centre in Brisbane. The Australian Cricket Deaf team will compete in a World Cup in India in December. This is the first time that […]

by Physioworks April 2018 The physiotherapy and health care professionals at Physioworks Health Group provide their expertise working with female athletes across numerous elite sports. APA Sports Physiotherapist Matthew Lynagh was team physio for the Collingwood FC in the AFLW in 2017, and is the current Sports Physiotherapist at the Cricket Victoria Cricket Academy, managing […]

  by Physioworks April 2018 The Functional Movement Screen (FMS) assesses a person’s ability to move through seven (7) simple functional movements. It is a very easy test for a qualified physiotherapist to administer and gives a significant amount of detail in terms of movement quality, range and control of an individual. The movement screen […]

By Physioworks March 2018 Over the last 3 seasons, APA Sports Physiotherapist Matthew Lynagh has been part of a team that has screened all the U18 SANFL teams, using the FMS (Functional Movement Screen) to assess movement quality and injury risk. The screening for season 2018 was recently completed over a two day period in […]

  by Physioworks, February 2018 To ensure the widest level of health care support and convenience for the local community in the treatment of injury, Physioworks Health Group Berwick offer treatment and consultation every Sunday morning from 8am to 12pm. Located at P3 Sports and Recovery, 53-55 Enterprise Drive Berwick, the Physioworks Berwick provides a […]

By Physioworks January 2018 Physioworks Health Group Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Matthew Lynagh continues to provide his physiotherapy expertise to elite females sporting teams in 2018. In January, Matthew Lynagh was the team physiotherapist for the Victorian U15 Girls Cricket team at the 2018 U15 National Cricket Championship held in Adelaide. In developmental under age […]

by Physioworks, December 2017 Physioworks Health Group Sports Physiotherapist Matthew Lynagh recently supported the Victorian U18 Woman’s team as team physiotherapist at the National U18 Woman’s Cricket Championships in Canberra. The Championships were played over two weeks with two competitions – the first week was T20s and second week was 50 over one day cricket. […]

  by Physioworks, December 2017 What a season! Physioworks Health Group Physiotherapists Irwin Kim and Jack Manson supported the University Blues Women’s Volleyball team this season, who set a new Australian national record in the Australian Volleyball League The Women’s team competed in the finals series and won the Gold Medal/Premiership, for the 5th year […]

Physioworks Health Group Director David Francis (FACP) recently lent his sports medicine expertise in speaking at the inaugural Sports and Exercise Medicine Students’ Association (SEMSA) Conference 2017. SEMSA is a multidisciplinary health student and recent graduate organisation aiming to facilitate further education & career development in the field of sports & exercise medicine. Sharing his […]

At Physioworks Health Group, we believe that strength training plays a crucial role in an athlete development and achieving optimum performance. In terms of boosting sports specific performance and reducing injury risk, research shows that strength and conditioning training plays a vital and integral role. When administered appropriately, it is what provides an athlete with […]

by David Francis, Director Physioworks Health Group, Senior Physiotherapist at the Collingwood FC (AFL) At this time of year I really push the importance of recovery and rehabilitation for all winter contact sport participants, no matter the sport – football, netball, soccer, rugby – or the level in which the athlete is competing, be it […]

The team at Physioworks Health Group provide physiotherapy and health care support across local community footy and netball league/clubs in the South East Football Netball League (SEFNL), in the Ellinbank & District Football League (EDFL) and in the West Gippsland Football Netball Competition (WGFNC), and we extend congratulations to all clubs that participated in Grand […]

Physioworks Health Group Sports Physiotherapist Matthew Lynagh has just returned from a 3 week tour of the UK with the Australian Men’s Intellectually Disabled cricket team Matthew was in England with the team for the INAS Tri-Series against England and South Africa. The series was played over an intensive 3 weeks of matches, with a […]

At Physioworks Health Group we believe ‘we are all athletes, we just have different events’! Our Exercise Physiology team recently celebrated 10 years of exercise commitment with two long term clients, Helene Hudson & Sue McIver, who portray the very essence of our motto. Physioworks Health Group Exercise Physiologist Brooke DeHey praised the dedication and […]

Stadium STOMP 2017 After initially participating in 2016, a larger team from the Physioworks Health Group, consisting of Physioworks staff and clients, are again taking to the stairs to be part of Stadium STOMP 2017 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Stadium STOMP is Australia’s largest consecutive stair climbing challenge. Major stadiums around Australia including […]

By Brooke DeHey, Exercise Physiologist, Physioworks Health Group An important message of Exercise Right Week is to raise awareness of Exercise Physiology (EP) and the expertise that Exercise Physiologists can provide to ensure that when you do exercise that you “Exercise Right”. At Physioworks Health Group our team of four highly experienced, accredited Exercise Physiologists; […]

The start of the winter sporting period is always a busy time for allied health care professionals, and for the team at Physioworks Health Group the last eight weeks has been no exception. In 2017, the Physioworks Health Group team are providing sports physiotherapy and allied health care, including training/match day support and ongoing injury […]

Yoga, personalised and customised to your health-care issues and physical capabilities, is now available every Tuesday evening at Physioworks Health Group Pakenham. Experienced Yoga teacher, Deb Vawdrey will tailor and instruct classes at Physioworks Pakenham to best fit client individual and personal needs.  “Yoga means so much too so many. I am really passionate about […]

Physioworks Health Group are proud to continue our long term involvement in supporting junior community football by again sponsoring the Ashy Redbacks in Season 2017. Physioworks Health Group Camberwell will provide ongoing health care education to the club, is a Team Sponsor of the Under 15 Boys (Green) team and is the proud exclusive sponsor […]

Physioworks Health Group Sport Physiotherapist Matthew Lynagh has been appointed as the team physiotherapist to the Australian Cricket team with Intellectual Disabilities. Matthew has recently returned from a four day team training camp at the BUPA National Cricket Centre in Brisbane. Matthew supported the team as they underwent rigours fitness testing, net sessions and had […]

Exercise Physiologist Daniel Jeavons has a special interest in chronic disease management: Osteoporosis (OP), Osteoarthritis (OA) and Musculoskeletal injuries. Having graduated as an Exercise Physiologist from ACU in 2016, Daniel Jeavons is now consulting at Physioworks Health Group Cranbourne and Physioworks Health Group Pakenham. As a long-term and active participant in team sports, including AFL, Basketball and […]

Physioworks Health Group will continue their long-standing support as the Sports Medicine and Allied Health-Care Partner of the Ellinbank & District Football League (EDFL) for the 2017 season. Ken Moore, Manager-Secretary, EDFL, recently announced the continuation of the partnership with the Physioworks Health Group, which includes Physioworks providing support services to the EDFL Trainers Association, […]

Physioworks Health Group Director and Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Andrew Dalwood has co-authored a recently published research study on Knee Pain. The results of the research study, “Internet-Delivered Exercise and Pain-Coping Skills Training for Knee Pain”, have been published in Annals of Internal Medicine, American College of Physicians. The objective of the study, headed by the University of Melbourne, was to […]

Physioworks Health Group will be the exclusive Sports Medicine and Allied Health Care partner of the West Gippsland Football Netball Competition (WGFNC) for the 2017 season, and beyond. Jason Membrey, Senior League Operations Co-ordinator, AFL Gippsland, recently announced the three (3) year agreement with the Physioworks Health Group, which includes Physioworks providing health support services […]

Massage has been used for thousands of years for muscular aches and as part of the rehabilitation program. It is commonly used by physiotherapists; and it is a specialist service provided by the highly experienced team of Soft Tissue Therapists at Physioworks Health Group, when the aim is to reduce muscle tension and stiffness. The […]

It has been a very busy summer of multiple sports and research for Physioworks Health Group’s Matthew Lynagh. Since November, Sports Physiotherapist Matthew Lynagh has been assisting the pre-season preparation for the Collingwood AFLW team, who played last Friday night in their first of eight games in the AFLW season. In late January Matthew was […]

Physioworks Health Group understands that not all patients are gender neutral with respect to their health care providers, for personal reasons, religious beliefs and/or cultural processes. To support the delivery of service excellence across our communities, Physioworks Health Group has a number of highly-experienced female physiotherapy and allied health professionals available for consultation across our […]

In this video, Physioworks Health Group Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist David Francis explains prevalent summertime injuries, why they occur and recommends correct diagnosis as the key to recovery and prevention of a long term aliment. Watch video below.

Physioworks Health Group is pleased to announce the extension and expansion of our long standing partnership with the South East Football League (SEFNL), until the end of the 2019 season. Physioworks Health Group will now be the Sports Medicine Partner across the wider SEFNL community, including the SE Junior (SEJ), SEFNL, AFLSE Women’s League and SEFNL Netball competition. Physioworks […]

Physioworks Health Group is pleased to be a new support partner of the Casey Basketball Association (CBA) as the preferred physiotherapy & allied health-care provider. The new partnership with the CBA further extends the network of relationships and support services that the Physioworks Health Group has across a wide range of elite male and female sporting environments, and […]

The Casey Basketball Association (CBA) has announced the new sponsor arrangement with the Physioworks Health Group as the exclusive sports physiotherapy and allied health care partner for the 2017 season. Physioworks Director David Francis (FACP), said Physioworks Health Group provides expertise across a wide range of elite sporting environments (male and female); which also extends to local sporting leagues, such as […]

Members of the Physioworks Health Group team shared their physiotherapy and health care service expertise at the Melbourne Health & Fitness Expo held recently in Berwick. The Physioworks team joined with the P3 Sports and Recovery team to discuss all things health and fitness ranging from strength/conditioning, recovery and injury management to running technique, performance assessments and general exercise & well-being. […]

Physiotherapist Jack Mason recently worked at the Australian Junior Volleyball Championships on the Gold Coast providing his physiotherapy and recovery expertise to the Victorian Boys and Girls U15, U17 and U19 teams. With the largest number of teams at the Championships, 170 athletes represented Victoria across seventeen (17) Victorian teams. Each team initially played a minimum of […]

The health care team at Physioworks Health Group are consistently researching and evaluating specific areas of pain to ensure best understanding and treatment outcomes. Physioworks Exercise Physiologist Megan Jepson is currently involved in a focussed Women’s Health research project with Monash University. The Bra Study research project is looking at the effects of breast size on shoulder, […]

Spring rains are bringing the end to the football and netball seasons and many are now turning their participation to the numerous upcoming fun run events in and around Melbourne. The first of seasons major runs is the Melbourne Marathon carnival on Sunday October 17th Physioworks Health Group are offering discounted consultations for Physiotherapy, Massage […]

The gloves are off again this week at the Physioworks Health Group Cranbourne. Physioworks Health Group physiotherapists Scott Williams and Paul Kemel are the “opposing” physio’s in the 2016 South East Football Netball League (SEFNL) Grand Final on Saturday between Cranbourne Football Netball Club (Scott) and Berwick FC (Paul), in a replay of last year’s […]

Physioworks Health Group provides physiotherapy and allied health care support to community junior football and netball clubs in and around communities close to our clinics. After another fun season of enjoyment and participation some of the teams that we support experienced the opportunity to play finals and achieve premiership success in 2016. Waverley Park Physiotherapy Centre congratulate […]

As the allied health care partner of the South East Football Netball League (SEFNL), Physioworks Health Group are proud to support all clubs striving for premiership success across the 2016 SENFL finals series. Physioworks Health Group physiotherapists Scott Williams (Cranbourne Football and Netball Club) and Paul Kemel (Berwick Football Club) will be supporting their clubs across the SEFNL final series. […]

Now in our third year as the allied health care partner of the Ellinbank & District Football League (EDFL), Physioworks Health Group are proud of our ongoing support for the EDFL clubs striving for premiership success during the 2016 EDFL finals series. This year, our new clinic, Physioworks Health Group Berwick will be open on Sunday mornings from […]

Stadium STOMP 2016 We practice what we preach at Physioworks Health Group, and on a bright Sunday in late June a group of Physioworks staff and clients proved it by taking part in Stadium STOMP at the MCG. Stadium STOMP is Australia’s largest consecutive stair climbing challenge, with fundraising for charity as a great aim to help make every […]

Education in Injury Prevention and Management of parents, trainers and coaches is pivotal to our support of local community football/netball leagues and clubs to ensure the welfare of all players during the winter sports season. Across all our clinics, Physioworks Health Group have delivered a series of educational nights to ensure best training and game […]

  Physioworks Health Group Sports Physiotherapist Matthew Lynagh supported the Victorian Women Indoor Cricket as team physiotherapist at the Indoor Cricket National Championships. Held in Melbourne from June 4-11, Matt helped the Open Women’s team in winning the Indoor Cricket grand final over South Australia. Matt reports that while there were no injuries there were […]

At Physioworks Health Group our Exercise Physiology team believe that “exercise really is a medicine for many diseases affecting so many of our community” Every year our Exercise Physiology team prepare and train groups of participants for fun runs and events raising funds for Cancer Research, such as the Mother’s Day Classic. An ongoing topic […]

Sports Physiotherapist Matthew Lynagh provided his expertise in supporting the South East Football Netball League (SEFNL) Inter-league team in their 33 point win over the Murray FL in the AFL Victoria Community Championships played at Lonsdale Reserve, Mulwala last weekend.               The Championship’s bring together the inter-league teams from […]

The Physioworks Health Group Exercise Physiology team are often asked:  What is more important – Fitness v’s Fatness? KEY STATISTIC:  Being inactive has shown to be responsible for two time (2x) more deaths in Europe than being overweight ( i.e fitness/activity is more important than worrying about being ‘overweight’). As Exercise Physiologist’s dealing with chronic disease populations we regularly […]

At Physioworks Health Group our team practice what we preach when it comes to “get up, be active and move” A team, so far made up of 10 members including Physioworks staff and clients, will be participating in Stadium Stomp 2016 on June 26th and will be climbing thousands of stairs at the MCG for our chosen […]

Osteoporosis (OP) occurs when there is a loss of minerals from the bones, usually in the form of calcium, causing bones to become weakened and fragile increasing the likelihood of breaks. Osteoporosis is most common in the over 60’s age bracket, where 1 in 2 women and 1 in 3 men will have at least one osteoportic […]

Winter sports are back…the footy and netball season’s are now in full swing. Across April all of our clinics and many of our health care team are involved in supporting numerous early season activities…. at both the elite and the local community level. Physiotherapists David Francis, Ben Shipperd (AFL) and Sam Mayes (VFL), along with […]

Physioworks Health Group have long been involved in Research Studies to assist the preparation of athletes prior to their season or event Recently I went back to Adelaide to the SANFL U18 Combine where myself and health care colleagues did Functional Movement Screen (FMS) testing on all the players at the Adelaide Oval Indoor Training […]

Physioworks Health Group Sports Physiotherapist Matthew Lynagh provided his expertise to the victorious Victorian Women’s team at the 2016 U18’s National Women’s Cricket championships. Held in Canberra over a week in late January, the Victorian team won all 7 games, beating NSW in the final.  It was the first time in 12 years NSW hadn’t […]

Physiotherapist Jack Manson is now consulting full time at Physioworks Health Group Cranbourne and Pakenham clinics. Jack graduated from Monash University with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) in 2015, and has a strong focus in sports physiotherapy having previously worked as a sports trainer at local football clubs (Nar Nar Goon and Devon Meadows), and at […]

Excellence in patient health care within our clinic environment is the principal philosophy of the Physioworks Health Group. A recent best health care practice initiative is the investment in two Lifepaks AED’s at both of our Cranbourne and Pakenham clinics. The portable automated external defibrillator (AED) can save lives. It is able to treat patient’s […]

Physioworks Health Group provides physiotherapy services to a range of elite cricket clubs and State Cricket team programs. Physioworks Health Group Sports Physiotherapist Matthew Lynagh has been providing physio support to the U15 Victorian Girls Cricket team across the 2015/16 season. Prior to Christmas the team competed in the Under 15’s Girls Australian National Cricket championships held […]

Give a gift of Health, Fitness & Well-Being this Christmas with a Physioworks Gift Certificate. BONUS: Get a FREE SPIKEY Massage Ball (valued at $15) when you spend $100 or more* Keep your friends & loved ones fit and healthy for 2016. Our Gift Certificates can be used across all our services including Physio treatments, Sports […]

If done correctly, exercising while pregnant is an important for the health and well-being of both mother and baby. Physioworks Health Group Cranbourne Exercise Physiology department offers pre/post natal assessments & exercise classes; and is running a FREE information evening for Pre and Post Natal Exercise on Wednesday 2nd December 2015 at 8pm. Physioworks Health […]

MOVEmber is challenging people to make a move every day in November for men’s health. The team at Physioworks Health Group is supporting the Movember challenge of 30 moves in 30 days, encouraging our patients to take up the challenge to help improve their health and general wellbeing. Physioworks Health Group Director Andrew Dalwood said […]

Physioworks Health Group Director David Francis has been awarded the Phonse Kyne Award for outstanding service to the Collingwood Football Club. The annual award was presented to David during the E.W. Copeland Trophy Dinner at Crown Palladium held recently by the Collingwood Football Club to conclude their 2015 AFL season. David Francis, the Head Physiotherapist […]

Spring has sprung and finals fever is the air. Physioworks Health Group is supporting the final campaigns of local community football and netball leagues, and numerous local teams as they strive to complete their seasons in premiership glory. As the exclusive Sports Medicine and Allied Health sponsor of the South Eastern Football Netball League (SEFNL) […]

Nearly one in every five serious workplace-related injuries (20.6%) involves a tradie, ranking them the third most injured profession, behind labourers (30.4%) and transport workers (25.9%), according to Safe Work Australia’s Key Work Health & Safety Report 2014. Tradies rely on their musculoskeletal health to do their jobs; and regularly ignore aches, pains and body […]

Physioworks Health Group Podiatrist Ben Holland pulled the boots back on for the recent EJ Whitten Legends game. Winding back the clock, Ben significantly contributed to the Allies 24 point victory over Victoria, by giving pre-game podiatry and footwear tips to his fellow teammates. The Legends game, played this year in front of a crowd […]

Over 70% of Australian’s live with a chronic condition, such as obesity, cardiovascular disease, arthritis or diabetes? Did you know an accredited exercise physiologist can help them live a longer, happier life? Exercise Right Week is an awareness & promotional campaign by Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) issuing a call for all Australians to […]

Great day and great win by the Pakenham Football Club last Saturday over local rivals the Cranbourne Eagles in the SEFNL League. The club raised money on the day for Motor Neuron Disease Foundation (MND) with a tin rattle for gold coin donations and with a pre-game fundraising lunch. MND CEO, Rod Harris, was the […]

Physioworks Health Group Exercise Physiologist Brooke DeHey led stoic members of her Exercise Running Group in completing events at the Mother’s Day Classic in Melbourne. The eight ladies from the Physioworks Exercise Group braved cold, wet & windy conditions to complete a range of events, including 4km & 8km running & walking events at the […]

The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) has recognised and titled Matthew Lynagh as a Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist. Matthew is consulting at the Cranbourne and Pakenham clinics of Physioworks Health Group. To become tilted by the APA, Matthew studied for and completed a Masters in each discipline, needed to work full time as a physiotherapist for […]

As part of our support for local community sporting leagues and clubs the team at Physioworks Health Group has been holding numerous education sessions to ensure all clubs are well prepared to manage player injuries during the winter sport season. The education sessions, which crossed a range of club administrators and supporters including coaches, trainers […]

Physioworks Health Group continues its ongoing sponsorship of local community sporting leagues and clubs in season 2015, including providing health care service support, education and assistance. Physioworks Health Group is the exclusive Medical and Allied Health Care sponsor of the South East Football Netball League (SEFNL) and the Ellinbank and District Football League (EDFL). These […]

  Written by David Francis and Samuel Mayes. A Soleus or a Gastrocnemius strain? An injury to the calf muscle could be in one of two potential areas: the Soleus or the Gastrocnemius (see diagram). The Soleus works hard, at low to medium speed, think of it as your “locomotion”, powering your movement. A tear […]

Physioworks Health Group Director David Francis was a guest presenter at the EDFL information night on Monday 2nd March at Dusties Social Rooms at Western Park, Warragul. It was the first of three information nights for the EDFL for 2015, which are designed to keep all clubs up to date of the latest league developments […]

Physioworks Health Group Physiotherapist Matthew Lynagh has successfully passed the Function Movement System Level 1 Certification Examination, in order to administer the Functional Movement Screen™ The Functional Movement Screen is a 20 minute patient screening, conducted by certified physiotherapist, using seven (7) functional movements that can predict the risk of injury for athlete/people. Matthew studied […]

Stuart Wishart has recently commenced full time physiotherapy practice at Physioworks Health Group Cranbourne and Pakenham clinics. Stuart completed his Masters in Physiotherapy Practice at La Trobe University in 2013 and he is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association. Previously Stuart has gained experience as an aged care physiotherapist, working with senior aged patients […]

The Exercise Physiology (EP) department at Physioworks Health Group continues to expand with Megan Jepson recently joining the EP team, headed by Brooke DeHey. Megan has a Diploma of Health Science, is a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science and recently completed her Masters in Clinical Exercise Physiology. Megan Jepson core focus is the exercise […]

Increasing awareness of Men’s Health prompted by Movember is closely aligned to the ongoing core focus of Physioworks Health Group in promoting Health, Fitness and General Wellbeing across our communities. We strongly support the Movember Foundation’s global MOVE initiative encouraging all to get their body moving during Movember, by attending an active event or by […]

Over 330 senior cricketers will be donning the whites in the Australian Over 60’s National Cricket Championships starting this weekend Physioworks Health Group will be providing allied health care support to the event to be held at cricket grounds around the Dandenong region from November 8-13. The event attracts 30 teams from around Australia, playing […]

Physioworks Health Group work with numerous Melbourne secondary schools across a range of school sport programs assisting them in the health care education and development of young athletes. During the recent school holidays, Exercise Physiologists Jude Hewavasam & Brooke DeHey presented at the Loreto Mandeville Hall Aquatic swim camp to over 40 athletes and coaches […]

Physioworks Health Group is supporting the final campaigns of community football and netball leagues, and numerous local teams as they strive to achieve the ultimate success this September. After a long season, nagging injuries are common place, so the Physioworks team play a critical role in assisting with player treatment and management to ensure player […]

  So what present have you got planned for your Dad this Father’s Day? After Shave? Soap on a Rope? Bottle of Red? Pair of Sox? A Super Dad T-shirt? Again! Been there, done that? What about asking this question for Father’s Day: How Fit is your Dad? As your Dad gets older he falls […]

To coincide with Tradies National Health Month, the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) released a special report in early August “Stop Trading your Health Away” to educate and engage tradespeople on the importance of full body health and safety. Tradies rely on their musculoskeletal health to do their jobs; and regularly ignore aches, pains and body […]

Physioworks Health Group are sponsoring young, talented, local basketballer Lee Belton this season; his first season in the Big V competition. Lee is a well-known local identity in basketball circles around Casey Cardinia, having played for Pakenham Warriors as a junior for a number of years. This season, Lee has earned selection in the Pakenham Warriors […]

The squat exercise is a full body exercise that is compound and trains predominantly the muscles of the thighs, hips and buttocks. This paper will discuss research behind squat techniques, the reason for it and prescription for best athletes. The video at the end then demonstrates correct squatting technique. Squat’s are great way to develop […]

Increasing levels of sport, leisure and lifestyle activity means that children often present with a range of injuries that are becoming more common. Physioworks Health Group are continually developing specific approaches in general and sports physiotherapy tailored for the management and treatment of paediatric injuries. Numerous paediatric injuries occur around the hip; including Slipped Upper […]

The new football and netball seasons have kicked off for season 2014. Physioworks Pakenham continues its ongoing sponsorship of local community sporting leagues and clubs this season including providing health care service support, education and assistance. Physioworks Health Group is the exclusive Medical and Health Care sponsor of two local Leagues: the Casey Cardina Football […]

Physioworks Health Group are the exclusive Medical and Health Care sponsor of the Casey Cardinia Football Netball League (CCFNL) and the Ellinbank and District Football League (EDFL) in season 2014. The aim of these community partnerships is to support and assist the league and it’s member clubs with the development of their player health care […]

Sports Physiotherapist Matthew Lynagh is crossing the border to join the Physioworks Health Group. Matthew, who has been working in Adelaide, recently completed his Masters of Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy at the University of South Australia. Since completing his Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2011, Matthew has held a range of private and public clinical, hospital […]

Physioworks Exercise Physiologist Brooke DeHey presented a pre-season health and fitness seminar last week to the St.Cecilia’s Netball Club. The seminar focussed on Exercise Physiology and netball, specifically strength & fitness for netball & common injury prevention. Twenty-five (25) parents, coaches and players attended to discuss a range of issues from pre-game warm up exercises […]

We can’t help everyone BUT everyone can help someone! Physioworks Health Group receptionist Kate Membrey has inspired us all with her awesome effort in raising over $4480.00 for Peter Mac Cancer Research by recently completing the 47.8km Soleful Strutters walk around Melbourne. Over 1400 walkers took part in the event across the weekend, walking 30km […]

FOOT ORTHOSES… WHAT ARE THEY? Foot orthoses are insoles that are worn inside the shoe to help improve foot and lower limb biomechanics and dissipate impact forces during gait. Foot orthoses can be custom-made or prefabricated and are made from a variety of different materials. WILL THEY HELP MY BIOMECHANICS? Abnormal motion and instability of […]

Physioworks Health Group will be the exclusive Sports Medicine and Allied Health sponsor of the Ellinbank and District Football League (EDFL) for the next three seasons. The partnership with the EDFL includes Physioworks providing health care education to member clubs and health support services for the EDFL inter-league teams in 2014. Physioworks Director David Francis […]

  Protein is a key component for a healthy body. Consuming protein in whole foods is achievable however not always easy; therefore a good protein powder is needed when exercising. Protein can be consumed by variety of foods such as eggs, soy, nuts and fish; however the best quality protein available is Whey Protein. Whey […]

Physioworks Health Group Exercise Physiologist Brooke DeHey recently led members of her Exercise Running Group in completing events at the Susan Classic Fun Run in Melbourne.   Eight runners from the Physioworks Exercise Group completed a range of events, including the Half Marathon, 10km & 5km events at the Susan Classic, an annual summer fun […]

The multiple events at the Melbourne Marathon Festival present challenges at different levels for all, from experienced athletes to first time runners. Some of our health care and management team at Physioworks are using the challenge of the Melbourne Marathon to get fit for summer. And many of our clients are preparing for one of […]

The multiple events at the Melbourne Marathon Festival present challenges at different levels for all, from experienced athletes to first time runners. Some of our health care and management team at Physioworks are using the challenge of the Melbourne Marathon to get fit for summer. And many of our clients are preparing for one of […]

The multiple events at the Melbourne Marathon Festival present challenges at different levels for all, from experienced athletes to first time runners. Some of our health care and management team at Physioworks are using the challenge of the Melbourne Marathon to get fit for summer. And many of our clients are preparing for one of […]

Physiotherpist Jack Mest acknowledged in OA Knee clinical trials Physioworks Physiotherapist Jack Mest participated as a treatment provider in a clinical trial in a University of Melbourne NEXA study: ‘The Role of Neuromuscular Exercise for Knee Osteoarthritis (OA) The study looked at the effect of neuromuscular training as a means to improve function and reduce […]

As the footy season reaches its climax the Physioworks Health Group is supporting professional and community football teams striving to achieve Grand Final glory this weekend. Niggling injuries are common place after a long season, so the Physioworks team play a critical role in assisting with player management and support in the preparation of players […]

PCN Sports Medicine Alliance Providing our players access to the best sports medical providers Our post today is written by: Samuel Myers, Physiotherapist Key difference: A Soleus or a Gastrocnemius strain? An injury to a calf muscle could be in one of two potential areas: the Soleus or the Gastrocnemius (see diagram) A tear or […]

  Jude Hewavasam, Exercise Physiologist. It’s been a long footy and netball season, & your body needs time to rest & recover from fatigue and/or injury during the season before you get yourself back into exercise. Your off season is the perfect time to firstly rest up your body but then work on specific performance […]

Physioworks Health Group is supporting professional and community football teams striving to achieve the ultimate success. Niggling injuries are common place after a long season, so the Physioworks team play a critical role in assisting with player management and support in the preparation of players for the finals campaign. The Physioworks team are “hands on” […]

Tradies rely on their musculoskeletal health to do their jobs; and ignoring aches, pains and body stress could result in disability and debilitation in the future. The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) and Steel Blue have created Tradies National Health Month in August to educate and engage tradespeople on the importance of full body health and […]

Physioworks Health Group is pleased to offer all athletes preparing for the Melbourne Marathon 10% of all treatments in the lead up to the event. Our mantra is that “Everyone is an athlete…we just have different events” and the Melbourne Marathon Festival presents a range of events and challenges for the all, from the most […]

  Ankle injuries are very common on the sporting field. Most ankle injuries will occur to the lateral aspect on the ankle joint, causing disruption to the ligaments that support the joint (see diagrams below). In Football and Netball, the typical mechanism of an ankle sprain is standing or landing on a turned-in foot. The […]

Physioworks Health Care Group has further strengthened our team of health professionals with Physiotherapist Paul Kemel recently joining the group. Paul graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Monash University2012) and he has enhanced his experience working as a physiotherapist in several private practice clinics and aged care facilities around Melbourne. Paul has a strong interest […]

With the Ashes battle in England fast approaching the nations sporting focus will soon turn to cricket.  While the Australian team focus on reclaiming the urn in UK, the domestic cricket teams are hard at work preparing for the 2013/14 Australian summer. Physioworks Physiotherapist Nick Adcock has been appointed as Head Physiotherapist of the Victorian […]

Physioworks Pakenham continues its ongoing sponsorship of local community sporting clubs in season 2013 by supporting the Rythdale-Officer-Cardinia (“ROC”) Football Club with health care service support, education and assistance. Physioworks Pakenham provides excellence in General, Sports and Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and has a specific aim to assist the playing squad of each club – and […]

Physioworks Pakenham continues its ongoing sponsorship of local community sporting clubs in season 2013 by supporting the Pakenham Football Club with health care service support, education and assistance. Physioworks Pakenham provides excellence in General, Sports and Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and has a specific aim to assist the playing squad of each club – and their […]

Physioworks Health Group will be the exclusive Sports Medicine and Allied Health sponsor of the Casey Cardinia Football Netball League for the 2013 season, and beyond. Jeff Jones, Managing Director of the PCN Sports Alliance, recently announced the 3 year agreement with Physioworks Health Group, which includes Physioworks providing health support services for the Casey […]

    Physioworks Director David Francis recently received a Special Services Award from the Collingwood Football Club. David, who has been the Head Physiotherapist at Collingwood FC for 17 seasons, was recognised by the club for his “outstanding contribution’’ to the club’s Sport Science and Medicine program. Colingwood President Eddie McGuire presented the award to […]

Busy Summer for Physiotherapist Ben Shipperd Summer is a busy time for all with Christmas, school holidays, summer BBQ’s, summer sport and beachgoing. For Physioworks Health Group Physiotherapist, Ben Shipperd, it was a busy summer providing health services for the Collingwood Football Club and Cricket Victoria. Ben, who works at PHG Cranbourne and PHG Pakenham […]

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PHG Cranbourne is supporting professional and community football teams striving to achieve the ultimate success. As the football season in most leagues head toward Grand Finals in the coming weeks, the PHG Cranbourne team are hands on in providing health services to local and professional teams in their quest to secure those elusive premierships. At […]

Your backbone is made up of three main regions: the cervical backbone, also generally known as the neck; the thoracic backbone or “mid-back” and the back backbone or “lower back”, which holds a lot of your weight and is susceptible to stress or damage. You can secure your backbone and keep it balanced by concentrating […]

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