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Spring is here and it’s a great time to boost your outdoor activity.

Currently HCF are offering a fully reimbursed GLA:D program to their members who meet the eligible criteria. The program will be funded as a Chronic Disease Management Program (CDMP) and no amounts will be deducted from a member’s extra’s limits. This means there is no out-of-pocket cost and you keep all your physiotherapy extra’s limits. This will support early intervention to reduce knee and hip osteoarthritis symptoms and help prevent the need for joint replacement surgery. Who is eligible? You must have private health insurance with HCF and: have held HCF hospital cover for at least 12 months; have hospital cover which includes joint replacement surgery for at least 2 months; have premiums up to date; meet the clinical eligibility criteria. What are the clinical eligibility criteria? be 18 years or over have a diagnosis of symptomatic hip or knee osteoarthritis that is likely to require joint replacement surgery in the upcoming few years (as assessed by a physiotherapist, GP or orthopaedic surgeon) not have had a total or partial hip or knee joint replacement surgery; not have participated in the GLA:D program in the previous 2 years; not have participated in the Osteoarthritis Health Weight For Life program in the previous 2 years. What does the GLA:D program involve? The program consists of an initial consult, 12 supervised 1-hour exercise sessions over 6 weeks, 2 education sessions, and a final consult after completion of the exercise program. For further details on the GLA:D program CLICK HERE. How do I start the HCF fully reimbursed GLA:D program? You will need to call HCF to see whether you are eligible under your policy. Once HCF approves your eligibility you will need to book an Assessment consult Item no. 500. (If you have already been assessed by your doctor or specialist to say that you are eligible then you may present this to HCF and may skip this step.) If you physio believes you meet clinical eligibility they will call HCF on your behalf to discuss. Once HCF approves the program you wil then be able to book your initial GLA:D assessment. What to expect during the program? Once your eligibility is confirmed with HCF, you will complete your initial assessment with one of our GLA:D trained physiotherapists and will be registered with GLA:D Australia. GLA:D Australia, will also contact you to fill out survey information to help indicate your progress in the program and aid in this ongoing research. You will complete 12 physio-supervised 60 minute exercise sessions over 6 weeks, x2 education sessions and a follow up assessment to also review your progress and then advice on what to do next. Claiming your rebate from HCF As this HCF program is in a pilot stage, this service cannot be claimed on the spot through HICAPS. This means you will be required to pay upfront for each of the sessions. You will be provided with an invoice including GLA:D specific item codes that you can then claim through the HCF app, online or post. The total amount will be reimbursed by HCF. Can I still do GLA:D if I don’t meet the criteria? Yes. Anyone is still eligible to participate or complete the GLA:D program. If you have private health insurance with physiotherapy extras cover you will be able to use this to claim for the program. It just means there is likely some out of pocket costs. You may also use your Health Management Program allowance towards the program. Are other Private Health Funds offering this? We haven’t been informed directly of other funds offering this pilot program however we do encourage you to contact your fund and ask them.

Physiotherapy has always been devoted to understanding patients’ pain and how to alleviate, manage and prevent it.  So, what’s changed?

When it comes to managing sports injuries and maintaining peak physical performance, the expertise of both sports physicians and physiotherapists is invaluable. But what exactly is a sports physician, and how do they work in tandem with physiotherapists? In this blog post we take a look at the roles of Sports Physicians and Physiotherapists and the collaboration between these two essential professionals.

The fine needles used in dry needling help release tension and reduce muscle tightness by stimulating your body's natural pain-relieving chemicals, providing effective relief.

Pilates has long been regarded for improving core strength. The benefits gained from practising pilates are numerous including improved flexibility & mobility, posture, balance, bone density and many more.   At EBR Physio our Physios combine their in-depth understanding of anatomy and physiology which is utilised in Clinical Pilates.  This may include a combination of mat, fit-ball, foam roller, Pilates reformer and trapeze exercises. Unlike a regular Pilates class where participants all do the same program, Clinical Pilates provides a more individualised approach to your treatment and goals.

Focus: Can Stress Affect My Pain? A common fear for patients when discussing pain is the idea that their symptoms are 'all in their head' or that they won't be believed either by friends, family, therapists or workplace. This fear can be worse when there appears to be no obvious cause for their pain or it has been present for a long time. What is pain? Many of the models used in the past to explain pain lead us to believe that the intensity of pain will always be proportional to the severity of an injury. The experience of pain is always real and usually distressing. However, pain is a warning system used by our nervous system to alert us to danger, not a direct indicator of damage done. This is a subtle, yet important distinction meaning that the experience of pain can be affected by many different factors and not exclusively tissue damage. How can stress impact pain? Part of the role of your nervous system is to sort through a huge amount of sensory input and interpret it in a meaningful way. When pain is considered to be a serious threat to the body, the intensity of the pain will be worse. This can happen in many situations, for example: The source of the pain is not well understood, leading to fear that the pain might be something very serious. The nervous system is in a state of hyper-arousal, such as when you are stressed or tired. The pain or injury could have a significant impact on your quality of life, career, relationships or hobbies. The injury occurred through a traumatic event such as a car accident. What does this mean for my treatment? Along with all our more traditional treatments, we also know that stress reduction strategies, mindfulness and addressing any emotional trauma associated with pain can all help to aid recovery and improve quality of life. Your physiotherapist is a great person to speak to about pain management strategies so you can get the most out of your life while dealing with long-term pain. None of the information in this newsletter is a replacement for proper medical advice. Always see a medical professional for advice on your individual injury.

Whether he’s working with his high performance sporting team or his regular patients Av is dedicated to providing treatment that helps everyone achieve their personalised goals. Av tailors programs to maximise their health, comfort and abilities.

Sometimes the cold weather and darker, shorter days have us favouring a movie on the couch over our usual exercise routine . Exercise in winter is probably the best medicine for overcoming the winter blues. A better approach may be to change up your exercise routine to accommodate the weather and how you're feeling on the day.

Getting back to being your best – Inspiring PeopleJan has been a patient of over many years and has recently completed the first GLA:D® education and exercise programme conducted at EBR Physio.    We chatted to Jan to find out how it went. Why did you decide to do the GLA:D® programme?Jan: I knew I needed […]

Following on from the previous two years 2022 has left many of us many of us feeling depleted, mentally exhausted and racing to “catch up”. This has made a huge impact in all areas of our lives… work, school and our overall wellbeing So let’s take time over the holiday period to recharge and develop a ‘self-care plan’ to enhance our health and wellbeing.   Self-care may include exercise, reading, meditation, disconnecting from technology, or talking with family and friends.

We are very excited to announce that we are now offering the GLA:D® Australia education and exercise program to our clients. This unique six-week program has been developed to help participants develop skills to better manage their hip and/or knee pain or symptoms of Osteoarthritis

Healthy Bones Action Week is aimed at encouraging Australians to think about their bones and remind them of the key steps to maintain good bone health, eating calcium-rich foods, well, exercising and getting some safe sunshine for vitamin D.  Exercise plays a vital role in maintaining bone health at all stages of life, building bone strength during childhood and adolescence, maintaining muscles and strong bones as adults and reducing bone loss as we age.

Nicole first came to EBR during the hard lockdown in Melbourne. Having suffered a stroke some time ago Nicole is no stranger to physiotherapy and rehabilitation. Nicole recently underwent ground-breaking reconstructive surgery to improve her ability to walk. When Nicole started her rehab journey at EBR she was in a boot, using a crutch and […]

Getting back to being your best – Inspiring PeopleLeonie has been a patient of ours for many years. She has been attending one on one weekly exercise sessions for the past year and has continued these all the way through lockdowns via Telehealth. Because Leonie has been such a superstar we chatted with her to […]

During COVID many of us have worked from home and except for walking and cycling, we’ve been unable to go to gym or group exercise classes. During this time I know many of you have logged on to our free online exercises each week with myself via Zoom. From the week beginning 22nd of June, […]

What is Physio Exercise? At EBR Physio we run small group physio-led exercise classes which are an effective way torehabilitate injuries, strengthen your body and stay fit. They are designed to keep you on track torecover 100% from your injury and keep you there. Once your physio has got you back to yoursport/activity/work classes will […]

Just because You’re 60+, it doesn’t mean you should be suffering from chronic pain!