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Smells like Christmas Spirit

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 22:38:00 GMT

Knock, knock! Who’s there? Snow. Snow who? Snow time to waste. It’s almost Christmas!

The team at Action Physio are taking a small break between Christmas and the New Year.23 Dec 2023 - 01 Jan 2024

We open again on Tuesday the 2 Jan 2024 at 7:00 AM

If you would like to book an appointment, please use our online booking services .

As the saying goes, “Gratitude is like gravy—put it on everything!” And that is why we extend our personal thanks to you—for showing up, for trusting us with your health, for your smiling faces, and your referrals. All of this keeps our business alive and makes our line of work a pleasure each day.

We wish you all the best this holiday season and look forward to an amazing 2024!

Are you our new team Member?

Sun, 23 Jul 2023 23:23:00 GMT

We're searching for a Casual Receptionist for our Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Clinic

About the role

Action Physiotherapy is looking for a casual receptionist with a friendly & caring attitude, and a strong work ethic; A proactive and reliable individual to support our staff and our community.

Duties and responsibilities to include:

Greet clients, manage walk-in's and be the primary contact for first time patents
Managing appointments
Processing payments
Answering phones and recalling patients
General administrative support to the business
Overall Studio presentation, tidy and prepare areas for staff

We are looking to fill a role on:

Monday and Thursday 3pm – 630pm
Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 3pm – 6pm

Skills and experience

What we need from you:

Motivated, positive and works well within a team environment.
Passionate about the health industry or willingness to learn about the different services we offer.
Previous experience working in a medical or allied health reception or administrative role (preferred but not essential)
Strong communication skills oral and written (able to relate to a wide population, children, elderly, parents etc)
Strong organisation skills, self-direction and attention to detail.
Excellent problem-solving skills with strong initiative to work without direct supervision.
Create and review processes to increase efficiency in the running of the clinic.
Previous experience using Cliniko (preferred but not essential)
Ability to be flexible at short notice to cover leave and illness is desirable.

If this role sounds perfect for you, please email your cover letter and resume to Regina - regina@actionphysio.org

Post Treatment Care

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 03:53:00 GMT

What should you be doing after you've been discharged by your Physiotherapist?

Question time: Do you brush your teeth only once every 4 months after seeing your dentist?

Gosh, I hope not.So why do so many people stop looking after their bodies after they see their Physio?

The role of your physiotherapist is to:

Relieve your pain, especially in the acute stages.
Help you restore movement & function.
Give you the tools to maintain improved physical conditioning.

Here are some suggestions on how to maintain your progress:

Drink plenty of water

Staying hydrated can help reduce muscle fatigue and reduce the risk of injury. Water is what helps thin the blood and move nutrients and oxygen through the body. That's why it's crucial to drink a lot of water after an injury or surgery, so that these cell-repairing nutrients can be easily brought to the recovering area.

Follow any advice we have given you

The Physio's professional advice is generally given to expediate the recovery time frames and to avoid exacerbation of your injury.

Eg.

Use hot/cold packs where required.
Follow-up with your GP or surgeon
Continuing wearing a brace.

Can't remember what they said, ask them to write it down again for you.

Rest and recovery

It's such an important step to allow your body to adequately rest at night time.As we sleep, muscles and tissues rejuvenate and repair. This is possible due to increased blood flow in our bodies. This increased blood flow brings along oxygen and nutrients that help recover and repair muscles and regenerate cells.

Do your homework & stay active

Exercise & stretching is a fundamental part of your rehab. Statistically, patients who adhere to their at home exercise program are more likely to achieve their goals and maintain strength and physical function. By continuing your program you reduce the risk of re-injury or unnecessary flare-ups.

Be strict with yourself and set aside time to GET IT DONE ;)

If you need your exercise program updated, follow-up with your Physio. One session a month is way better than seeing your physio multiple times a week for an injury.

Take note of unusual pain

Let us know if your pain and/or discomfort returns. We will endeavour to advise you over the phone or request that you return for continued treatment. Don't put it off, don't be a "tough guy"... call us. We're here to help.

Your physical health, like your teeth are a good long term investment. Let's make sure we maintain them.

Please don't hesitate to contact us

02 4940 8300

admin@actionphysio.org

Workcover & Medicare Referrals

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 04:04:00 GMT

Workcover & Medicare Referrals

You can now book your Workcover and Medicare Physiotherapy appointments online!

Workcover

If you have been involved in a work related accident which has resulted in an injury, our physiotherapists can assess, diagnose and treat any workers compensation claim.

The team at Action Physiotherapy is here to help you through your Insurance claim, from acute pain management right through to strength re-training.

So we can get started on treating your injury ASAP, we need the following from you:
- GP referral
- Workcover Medical Certificate
- Relevant details of your insurer (Claim number, case manager, contact details, etc).

We will invoice the insurer directly. Allowing you to focus on your recovery.

Medicare

A Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan or as it's formerly called the Enhanced Primary Care Program (EPC) is a program aimed at patients suffering from chronic pain and other various acute conditions.

A CDM or EPC referral allows you to have up to 5 allied health services within the calendar year and is valid for a 12-month period. If you think you may be eligible for this program please discuss this option with your GP at your next visit. If approved by your GP, please bring along all of your documents to your appointment so we can get started.

Is the appointment free?

While we would love to help you out with free treatment, unfortunately we cannot bulk bill Medicare for Physiotherapy at our clinic, so there will always be a gap payment.

How does the Medicare rebate process work?

At our clinic, the first step is to pay the full fee upfront; But don’t worry, if you have an EFTPOS card that is connected to either a savings or cheque account we can process the $55.10 rebate back into your account from Medicare. It usually arrives in your account within 48hrs.

You can take the invoice to Medicare and they will process the rebate for you.

Remember to bring your Medicare card and any other paperwork relevant to your appointment.

Click to open a CDM fact sheet from Medicare

If you have any questions about either type of appointment,

please call our team in Cooks Hill - 02 4940 8300

Are you our next team member?

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 05:12:00 GMT

Are you our next team member?

Action Physiotherapy is looking for a casual receptionist with a caring attitude and a strong work ethic; A proactive and reliable individual to support our staff and our community.

About the business

If you have been involved in a work related accident which has resulted in an injury, our physiotherapists can assess , diagnose and treat any workers compensation claim .

The team at Action Physiotherapy is here to help you through your Insurance claim, from acute pain management right through to strength re-training .

Medicare

The clinic is a modern multi-disciplinary health space nestled in the Darby Street Health Hub in Cooks Hill, Newcastle. Action Physiotherapy services include Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology and the getback exercise program.

We have a loyal and varied client base treating a variety of presentations from back pain, to post operative rehab, sports injuries, and general aches & pains.

We're looking to fill a role on Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri 3pm – 6pm and Thursdays 9am – 6pm.

What you will do:

Greet clients, manage walk-in's and be the primary contact for first time patents.
Assist in managing staff schedules, contacting clients, and daily schedule administration.
Contacting patients including online enquiries.
Data entry and scanning documents.
Process payments, invoicing, providing receipts, daily settlement processing and reconciliation,
Using our practice management software (Cliniko).
Process Medicare, HICAPs claims, and managing work cover claims.
Manage stock, monitor supply, arrange orders as needed.
Assist with marketing when needed; prepare blogs, newsletters, social media posts, adjust internal signs.
Be prepared to clean and assist with the upkeep/cleaning of equipment. Bins emptied and taken out, and bathrooms maintained at a high standard.
Overall keep the clinic tidy and prepare areas for staff.

Skills and experience

What we need from you:

Motivated, positive and works well within a team environment.
Passionate about the health industry or willingness to learn about the different services we offer.
Previous experience working in a medical or allied health reception or administrative role (preferred but not essential)
Strong communication skills oral and written (able to relate to a wide population, children, elderly, parents etc)
Strong organisation skills, self-direction and attention to detail.
Excellent problem-solving skills with strong initiative to work without direct supervision.
Create and review processes to increase efficiency in the running of the clinic.
Previous experience using Cliniko (preferred but not essential)

Send cover letter and CV to regina@actionphysio.org

6 Helpful Tips to Avoid & Alleviate Back Pain

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 05:33:00 GMT

6 Helpful Tips to Avoid & Alleviate Back Pain

Lockdown Neck & Back Pain

Lockdown hey... While it's nice to be on the other side of it, it's important we do what we can to look after ourselves and avoid unwanted injuries and pain. One of our biggest complaints at the moment is BACK PAIN. Either we're spending more time in front of a screen & less time moving OR we're returning to sport and going too hard too fast.

We've put together 6 Helpful Tips to help you avoid and alleviate any back/neck pain you may encounter - Yes, there are no miracle cures! Every little step counts.

1. Home Office Setup

Poor ergonomic setup is probably the biggest culprit for neck & back pain at the moment.
No fancy equipment is needed here! Just knowledge!

Desk & Chair

Hip/ Knee/ Ankle 90 degree
If your chair doesn't have lumbar support, we suggest either using a small pillow, rolled-up towel or purchasing one of our Obus Lowback Support Cushions .
The lumbar support should fit right into the natural curve of your spine, typically at the small of your back directly above your belt line.

Keyboard and Mouse

Keyboard positioned directly in front of you (letter B should be right in front of you) - roughly 60 to 100mm from the edge of the desk
Wrists maintained in a neutral position – elbows should be at 90 degrees, forearms parallel to the floor
Keyboard legs are down (legs up causes excessive wrist extension)
Mouse positioned directly next to the keyboard – wrist should be neutral & elbows by your side when performing mouse movements

Monitors

Monitor positioned directly in front of you and the keyboard - Approximately one arm's length away from you
Eye level falls within the top 1/3 of monitor screen when looking straight ahead
If using 2 monitors have screens at the same level, and sit directly in front of the middle of the screens – avoid twisting your head and torso to view screens

BIG NEDDY NO-NOs

If you are still working from home, try to avoid working from the sofa or bed. A lot of neck pain can be attributed to people sitting on the sofa looking down at their laptop.

2. Don't just sit there

Move more, sit less.

If you're working from home, set and alarm to remind yourself to go for a short stroll to the kitchen to get a glass of water.
Every 20 to 30 minutes stand, stretch and move around for a minute or two to promote circulation and relax muscles.
Walk around when talking on the phone.
Sit/Stand desk users - Alternate every 30 mins.

Test Yourself - Calculate the time (in hours) you spend sitting each day. https://www.movemoresitless.org.au/sitting-calculator/

3. Exercise

We all know that we should aim for at least 30 minutes of physical activity every day... Right? Exercise can make us feel better – more energy, a better mood, feel more relaxed and sleep better.

People with desk jobs are typically at greater risk of developing health issues related to excessive sedentary time.Too much inactivity can weaken the muscles over time, which is bad news for anyone who has to sit at a desk for over eight hours a day. Doing some desk exercises, no matter how minimal, allows you to engage in dynamic movements that keep your muscles in use throughout the day.

Pick several stretches each half hour which will take about a minute, holding each stretch gently for about 5 seconds.

They could include:

squeezing your shoulder blades together
shoulder rolls
touching your toes
extending backwards
stretching the forearms and neck gently
calf raises.

If you need assistance with some personalised exercises, give us a buzz and we can book you in to see one of Action Physio's team members.

4. Apply heat/ice

When something hurts, what will make it feel better: ice or heat?

While ice is usually preferred for headaches, moist heat or a heat wrap can relax neck spasms that contribute to headaches.

How to safely apply ice and heat

You can apply ice and heat in lots of ways. Experts generally recommend up to 20 minutes on and 20 minutes off:

Ice packs: Frozen peas or corn, ice cubes in a baggie or frozen gel pack. You can ice beyond 48 hours, until swelling, tenderness or inflammation are gone.
Ice massage: Freeze water in a Dixie cup, peel back the top, and massage the tender area until it’s numb. (Best for targeted icing after injury or for areas too awkward for ice packs, like the elbow or heel).
Cold masks: Place a cold mask, available at chemists, over your eyes or lay a towel soaked in cold water over your forehead and temples.
Moist heat: Enjoy a bath, shower or spa using warm, not hot, water 32 to 37 degress C.
Heating pads, great for lower back pain: To avoid burns, remove heating pads if the area becomes uncomfortably warm.

5. Beware the post lockdown return to sport

I know you're so very keen and eager to get back into sport or daily exercise... but we need to minimise risk of injury as we return to sport and exercise.

Your body needs to adapt slowly to increased work loads after being off for so long. Make sure you increase your intensity and duration of exercise/sport gradually.

Instead of pulling out the boots and going straight into your first game, make sure to plan out an exercise regime that you can start 6-8 weeks before.

6. Seek help

"I thought it would get better" - We hear this line so often.

It is important to understand that your pain levels do not need to be excruciating. Lower level pains such as frequent nagging pains and dull headaches are a very common reason to see a physio. Don’t let these nagging problems drag on for months or years, when there is something you can do about it today – see your physio.

We Are Open

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 05:42:00 GMT

We Are Open

As long as it's safe to do so, Action Physiotherapy will be available to support and serve our community.

With the stay-at-home restrictions put in place to help prevent the spread of Covid-19, many of our patients were concerned about whether they are able to attend their appointment during this time. The answer is yes, you can still see your Physiotherapist and other necessary healthcare professionals .

If you have any Covid-19 symptoms or have been exposed to someone with Covid-19 in the last 14 days, please GET TESTED & reschedule your appointment.

We want you to know that the health and safety of our patients, employees, and community remains our priority. We continue to be socially distant where possible & adhere to regular and extensive cleaning measures, but we need you to do your part:

Wear a mask
On your arrival, sign in via our QR code.
Use hand sanitiser before and after your appointment.
Please use EFTPOS instead of cash.

And don’t forget, if you’re “ stuck ” at home and can’t get in, we can look after you via Telehealth , with all the same health fund rebates available to you. Through Telehealth we can:

Understand the history of your injury and make a specific diagnosis to guide treatment;
Assess how your condition is progressing over time;
Check on your exercise quality and form via video;
Assess how your program is working and whether we can progress or change it;
Advise you on any required pain relief techniques;
Teach self-release techniques;
Build functional training programs for you taking into consideration the need to adapt and keep your exercise and movement going;
Check on your work set-up and ergonomics at home;
And more.

The staff at Action Physiotherapy thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all your support and understanding during this time! We look forward to welcoming our existing & new patients into the clinic and are practicing smiling with our eyes and eyebrows as we wear our masks.

Remember #movementismedicine not only for your physical but mental health. If you are struggling please reach out, our team is here to help and is more than happy to discuss your needs.

Stay safe Newcastle.

From all the Team at Action Physiotherapy

Christmas, the New Year and You!

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 05:48:00 GMT

Christmas, the New Year and You!

Christmas is so close you can smell the Eggnog.

The Action team is taking a much-needed break and closing the clinic between Christmas and the New Year. We're excited to be spending time with our families after such a crazy year.

Leading up to Christmas our opening times remain the same, however, we will be closing up early on the 24th of December.

Appointments are still available and if you have any concerns regarding your injury we encourage you to come and see us prior to the Christmas break. This is also a good opportunity to use up any remaining health fund or Medicare EPC rebate before Jan 1st when they will reset.

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact us - 02 4940 8300

At this time every year, we see a spike in certain injuries. Here are some tips and pointers to consider:

Do your homework - Injuries don't take holidays.

If you have a prescribed routine of exercises, stretches, icing, etc to manage a particular condition, make sure you continue with this over the holiday period. Every January we see an increase in people presenting to physiotherapy with injury “flare-ups” due to taking a holiday from their injury management routine.

Some things should be left to the kids

Every year we hear some impressive (& sometimes disastrous) injury stories of adults mucking around with kids toys. So, if you are going to be tempted to play with your child’s new Christmas present, make sure that it can tolerate your weight & perhaps think about the last time you did something like that (e.g. riding a skateboard for the first time in 20+ years often results in broken arms!).

Get at least 30 mins Exercise a day

The Christmas period can be a wonderful time of fun, family, food, drink & relaxation. See if you can find some time to get some exercise in. You may even have more time than normal to go for a walk, a bike ride or a swim down at the beach. Exercise is a great way to keep the body moving well.

Boozey Shenanigans

Alcohol can be a major factor of many injuries over holiday periods. With alcohol consumption comes impaired judgement, reduced steadiness, in-coordination & reduced inhibitions. This combination is perfect for all manor of injuries. So without trying to sound like the Christmas Grinch, perhaps think about what activities you do and take care if you choose to drink this Christmas.

Have fun, be safe and enjoy!

Get to know the Action Physio team

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 05:58:00 GMT

Get to know the Action Physio team

Meet our new Physiotherapist, Mauro!

Tell us about yourself...

I like to keep myself physically busy with road cycling and mountain biking. I believe in keeping a healthy body and mind with all forms of exercise from gym, functional training and recreational sporting activities. When I’m not being physically active the remainder of my time is spent with my family and friends eating out or hiking or exploring the outdoors. A hobby I enjoy is roasting my own coffee or experimenting with cooking up different meals.

What made you want to become a Physiotherapist?

I had an interest in the functioning and mechanics of the human body. I was looking for a profession where I could be physically active and educate people with the benefits of exercise. Taking this into account it lead me down the path of physiotherapy which allowed me to improve my knowledge of the human body improve my physical capabilities and help others achieve their goals by overcoming their injuries or improving their knowledge.

How long did it take you to study and where?

4 year honour degree at The University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa. One Year Post graduate course with an interest in Orthopaedic Manipulative Physiotherapy Variety of Courses with an interest in Musculoskeletal injuries predominantly in spinal injuries.

What is your favourite part of the Job?

Helping patients with their injuries and to achieve their goals. Enjoy rehabilitating and helping patients improve their exercises.

Hardest part of the Job?

Breaking down misconceived belief ideas about their injuries/pathology and creating a new belief system especially with chronic pain patients.

What is your favourite meal/food and place to eat in Newcastle?

I enjoy all types of food and always happy to try something new creating new experiences. Nagisa, Bella Italia, Coal and Cedar

Breastfeeding and Physiotherapy

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 06:08:00 GMT

Breastfeeding and Physiotherapy

Mastitis and Blocked Ducts - How Physio can help!

Firstly, CONGRATULATIONS on the arrival of your little one.

Navigating through those first few weeks can be tricky, even more so if you're having a hard time breastfeeding. Breastfeeding is a learned skill - It can be such an amazing and joyful experience, but for some women it can be painful, debilitating and stressful.
If you have any questions or difficulties breastfeeding please head over to the Australian Breastfeeding Association , contact your local Child and Family Health Nurse or book an appointment with your Doctor. You are not alone!

How can Physiotherapy help Mothers who are breastfeeding?

I wish I was here to tell you we can help with the sore nipples, unfortunately that comes with the territory. BUT, there are a few common inflammatory conditions that physiotherapy can assist with recovery.

Common inflammatory conditions of lactating breasts

Engorgement

Breast engorgement occurs when the milk comes in between two to four days after the baby is born. The breast can be hard and swollen which may restrict the flow of milk by compressing the ducts. This can make it difficult for the baby to attach and feed well.

What you can do to relieve the discomfort of engorged breasts:

Continuing breastfeeding on the effected side. Feeding on demand when the baby cues can help the milk flow. Change sides each time you begin a new feed.

Hand expressing small amount of milk before the feeds can relieve the fullness in breasts. If this is uncomfortable then you can also stimulate some milk to flow by placing heat packs before the feeds for few minutes or having a hot shower.

Cold packs can be used after the feeds as this helps to reduce the swelling.

Blocked ducts and Mastitis

Mastitis is usually the result of a blocked milk duct that hasn't cleared. Some of the milk banked up behind the blocked duct can be forced into nearby breast tissue, causing the tissue to become inflamed. The inflammation is called mastitis. Infection may or may not be present.

If you think you have mastitis, see your doctor.

Signs and symptoms

Flu like symptoms - Possibly beginning with shivers and aches
Very sore red and swollen breasts
Hot breasts
Shiny skin possibly with red streaks
It is common for the ill feeling to come on very quickly.

Treatment for blocked ducts and mastitis

Your breast milk is safe for your baby even if you have mastitis, so continue to breastfeed or express from the affected breast.
Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
Rest as much as possible.
Physiotherapy treatment consisting of Therapeutic Ultrasound, and effleurage or draining massage to clear the ducts.
Seek medical help

If addressed early enough this may clear the duct and prevent infection.
A blocked duct can become mastitis within hours. If you can’t clear a blockage yourself, seek help! If antibiotics are prescribed by your doctor, take as directed.

How does therapeutic ultrasound work?

Therapeutic ultrasound is used to reduce pain and inflammation as well as increase circulation. The ultrasound machine delivers sound waves to the body that heat and provide a micro-massage to the breast tissue. This unclogs the ducts and fosters breast drainage and the gradual reduction of signs and symptoms.

It’s important to bring your baby with you for treatment if possible as the baby helps clear the blockage once the ultrasound and massage have loosened it.

We're Moving - Important Update

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 06:19:00 GMT

We're Moving - Important Update

Move to Cooks Hill Delayed

Unfortunately, we received the news today that the new clinic will not be ready for handover next week.

While this is disappointing, it is what it is and we'll make the most of another week at Hamilton South.

Updated Dates

Thursday 18th June - Hamilton South clinic OPEN

Friday 19th June - Hamilton South clinic OPEN

Monday 22nd June - Hamilton South clinic OPEN

Tuesday 23rd June - Hamilton South clinic OPEN

Wednesday 24th June - Final day of business at Hamilton South

Thursday 25th June - CLOSED for moving

Friday 26th June - CLOSED for moving

Monday 29th June - New Cooks Hill clinic OPEN from 7am

If you need to book or reschedule an appointment, please don't hesitate to contact us - 02

4940 8300

Parking

We've had a lot of enquiries regarding parking.

Action Physiotherapy has 6 designated car spaces on level 1.

You can enter the carpark via Tooke Street, go up one level and our car spaces are at the end of the second row.

Street parking is also available and there are stairs and a lift from the ground floor lobby.

Sending our thanks and love to all of you that have sent through your well wishes. It means a lot to have our community be so supportive.

Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

We're Moving

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 06:29:00 GMT

We're Moving

Action Physiotherapy is relocating to Cooks Hill!

Action Physiotherapy has been offered an amazing opportunity to move to a Healthcare Hub, sharing this newly renovated space with other health professionals; collaborating and sharing common goals, providing high-quality services to Newcastle and the Hunter.

New Address: Suite 27 - Level 1, 235 Darby Street Cooks Hill

A one-stop Healthcare hub, sharing space with the following:

Cooks Hill Family Practice
Hunter Imaging
Genesis Gym (Howzat)
Douglas Hanly Moir Pathology
Immunology North
Vintage Cellars ;)

...Just to name a few

It has same level, designated parking available as well as on-street parking. A lift is also available from the ground floor.

We will close the Hamilton South clinic on Wednesday, June 17th 2020 at 5 pm to begin the moving process.

We will re-open at our new location on Monday, June 22nd 2020 at 7 am .

If any of these dates change we will notify you straight away. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

We look forward to working with all our fantastic patients in our brand new clinic.

Covid-19 Update

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 06:33:00 GMT

Covid-19 Update

Your health and safety during this pandemic

WE ARE OPEN - Appointments at the clinic are still available and we encourage all patients to continue their care, if you’re able to.

We are taking extra precautions to keep you and the Action team safe:

All patients are to wash their hands-on arrival.
All door handles, beds and high traffic areas are cleaned regularly.
If you have recently travelled overseas, are experiencing flu like symptoms or feeling generally unwell, please call us to postpone your appointment.
We are spacing patients out to adhere to the distancing rules. Please make sure you are on time for your appointments. If you're early, please wait in your car until your appointment time. If you're running late, call us. We can reschedule you, most likely for the same day.
Towels are always one use per patient and washing is done daily.

If you have a new injury or require "pre-hab" (pre-surgical rehabilitation) because your surgery has been postponed, please don't hesitate to call us and we can discuss your options. There are a lot of people in the Newcastle and the Hunter Region that have had their surgery cancelled or postponed to free up beds and health facilities. We understand this can be frustrating. This time is valuable and it can be utilised to prepare the body for surgery and facilitate a better outcome after the surgical intervention.

Are you one of our Getback patients? Are you a long term Action patient with a chronic injury? The AMA (Australian Medical Association) urges people to continue their care.

https://ama.com.au/media/ama-urges-people-continue-visiting-their-doctor-usual-care

“People need to continue seeing their doctor, in person or via telehealth, for existing conditions and for regular health maintenance,” Dr Bartone said. It is also important to continue seeing your Musculoskeletal team. Delaying diagnosis and/or treatment can jeopardise recovery and put a strain on your mental health. Please do not put up with pain.

We are taking the next step to ensure your treatment and recovery continues during this pandemic. If you’re unable to attend an appointment at the clinic we have set up Telehealth facilities.You can read about our Telehealth services on our website, here - https://www.actionphysio.net.au/telehealth

Telehealth is a wonderful tool, enabling health care workers to treat patients while maintaining social distance.

Telehealth appointments with Regina and Nathan are available.

To keep up to date with all Coronavirus information please go to - www.health.gov.au

Telehealth Consultations

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 06:37:00 GMT

Telehealth Consultations

Coming Soon!

The team at Action Physio are working hard behind the scenes to get Telehealth appointments up & running and available for you!

These sessions can be performed in the comfort of your home or office and are suitable for patients that are:

Less mobile
Travelling
In isolation due to covid-19 or
Just needing a quick conversation to check in

Our goal is to continue your treatment during this uncertain time.Currently we are still able to offer face to face appointments; but with changes and restrictions being announced daily, we want to remain available for our patients and community.

You health and wellbeing is important to us!

Newcastle we're here for you!

Bupa and NIB

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 06:41:00 GMT

Bupa and NIB

Action Physiotherapy is a preferred provider

Are you a Bupa or NIB customer?

Action Physiotherapy is a preferred provider for both Health Insurance funds.

What does that even mean?

For NIB - We are part of the First Choice Network, which is a community of trusted health professionals designed to give you peace of mind and help keep your out of pocket expenses low. This includes Suncorp, Apia, AAMI and TAL health insurance customers.
https://www.nib.com.au/find-a-provider/

For Bupa - We are part of the Members First Physiotherapy Network. Designed to give Bupa patients peace of mind by providing:

Certainty of known out-of-pocket expenses for the specified physiotherapy service.
Increased benefits for specified physiotherapy service and your extras covers

https://www.bupa.com.au/health-insurance/why-choose-bupa/get-more-back-on-extras

We have on the spot claiming facilities, submitting claims electronically through our HICAPS machine.
So remember to bring your health Insurance card when coming to an appointment.

If you have any questions about YOUR level of health care, we recommend speaking to your Health Fund directly.
Even though we are a preferred provider for these two Health Insurance funds, we still ACCEPT all other funds :)

Trading over the Holidays

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 06:43:00 GMT

Trading over the Holidays

Action Physiotherapy is OPEN between Christmas and New Year

We know that injuries and pain don't take holidays, so Regina will be opening the clinic over the holiday period.
You can either book online or call us on 02 4940 8300 .

Get to know the Action Physio Team

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 06:49:00 GMT

Get to know the Action Physio team

Physio Assistant and Massage Wizzkid - Kelly

Kelly

Tell us a little about yourself...
Spent the last 21 years as an Aeronautical Life Support Fitter in the RAAF. Grew up in North West NSW but I currently live in Salamander Bay. I began studying massage in 2014 and studied fitness and Bowen Therapy as complimentary treatments.

What made you want to become a Massage Therapist? How did you know it was the right career for you?
Working in a stressful environment and having the experience of being injured , I started receiving regular massages to look after myself. I realised the importance of self care and that ignited my interest in helping others.

How long did it take you to study and where did you study?
Feb 14 - Sep 15 Massage Therapy (Cert IV) - Australian College of Massage

Oct 15 - Sept 17 Massage Therapy (Diploma) - Evolve College

Mar 14 - Sept 15 Fitness (Cert IV) - MMISS

And I'm currently studying Bowen Therapy.

What's your favourite part of the job?
Seeing people recover from their pain/injuries and leave with a smile.

What's the hardest part of the job?
Being limited in helping people through acute pain periods.

What's your favourite meal/food to eat in Newcastle?
Love Thai food.

Murray's Brewery out @ Bob's Farm

We're Finalists!

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 06:53:00 GMT

We're Finalists!

Action Physiotherapy are finalists in the 2019 Hunter Business Awards

The team at Action Physio would like to thank everybody that voted for us over the past few months. We were notified last week that we were 1 of the 13 finalists in the Health Improvement Services category in 2019's Local Business Awards in the Hunter Region.

Action Physiotherapy was established in 1994 by Regina and has changed and evolved through out the years, but the one constant is our awesome patients.Thank you to all our patients, clients, friends and family for your ongoing patronage and support.

The awards night is on the 9th of October. Keep your fingers crossed for us!

To check out the other finalists in all the Hunter's categories, click the link - https://thebusinessawards.com.au/program/15/Hunter

Private health insurance reforms

Thu, 27 Jun 2019 07:00:00 GMT

Private health insurance reforms

Did you know there were changes to the way that natural therapies are covered by private health insurance from 1 April 2019?

Even though we're now heading into July, you may have missed that in October 2017, the Australian Government announced changes to private health insurance, in an effort to make it more affordable and easier to compare.

One of the key changes was the removal of 16 natural therapies from complying health insurance extras/combined policies.

From 1 April 2019 the following natural therapies will be excluded from the definition of private health insurance general treatment and will no longer receive the private health insurance rebate as part of a general treatment policy: Alexander technique, aromatherapy, Bowen therapy, Buteyko, Feldenkrais, Western herbalism, homeopathy, iridology, kinesiology, naturopathy, Pilates, reflexology, Rolfing, shiatsu, tai chi, and yoga.

Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Hypnotherapy, and Remedial Massageare still covered and there are no changes to Physiotherapy or Exercise physiology.

For more information, head to: https://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/private-health-insurance-reforms-fact...
Or check with your private health fund.

Join the Action Physio Team

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 07:06:00 GMT

Join the Action Physio Team

We're seeking a Physiotherapist with a passion for all things musculoskeletal

We're seeking a full-time (or P/T) physiotherapist for our musculoskeletal clinic in Hamilton South.A progressive clinic that has been part of the local community for over 25 years and offers treatments in Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology.We are seeking someone with an attentive and caring attitude, who can provide therapeutic interventions for all age groups with musculoskeletal health needs.

Duties:

Conduct clinical assessment and treatment plans using evidence based practice for patients - with a heavy emphasis on Manual Therapy skills
Work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Requirements:

A degree in Physiotherapy
Full registration with APHRA
A special interest in back and neck pain is desirable
A Myofascial and Manual therapy focus
Indemnity insurance
Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with patients, co-workers and other health professionals
Possibly availability to work Saturdays

What's on offer:

Negotiable salary + superannuation + sick/annual leave and holiday pay
Excellent career development with opportunity to take part in further research in conjunction with Victoria University
Work collaboratively with our exercise physiologists in our state of the art Getback- Pathway to Spinal Health clinic
Good work/life balance with highly flexible clinic working hours

If you believe you can provide the high quality, personalised service we are looking for, please apply with a cover letter and CV outlining your suitability for the role.

larard@westnet.com.au

61 Stewart Ave, Hamilton South 2303

Get to know the Action Physio Team

Sun, 27 Jan 2019 07:09:00 GMT

Get to know the Action Physio team

Our Exercise Physiologist - Nathan

Nathan

Tell us a little about yourself...
I am an ex-IT Systems Engineer and now a Full-time Accredited Exercise Physiologist.I am quite active, I love the outdoors and hiking in nature and I have lived overseas having travelled extensively to all continents.

What made you want to become a Exercise Physiologist? How did you know it was the right career for you?
I always had an interest in human movement since high school but found myself in an IT starting out. Later in life, I decided to change careers and get out from behind a computer screen and get up from a desk (for my own health) by focussing on helping people feel better by improving their lives through exercise. My job allows me to combine my technology skills with my exercise physiology knowledge.

How long did it take you to study and where did you study?
4 year full-time Exercise Physiology degree at Sydney University.

What's your favourite part of the job?
Receiving gratitude from people that have had a positive experience from their treatment and having changed their life for the better.

What's the hardest part of the job?
Not being able to completely “fix” a small number of patients by resolving their pain.

What's your favourite meal/food to eat in Newcastle?
A good quality steak is hard to beat. I don’t have a favourite place to eat, instead I like to try the diversity of different places for variety.

2018 Health Fund - Use it or lose it

Wed, 19 Dec 2018 07:12:00 GMT

2018 Health Fund - Use it or lose it

With the New Year fast approaching, most Private Health Insurance benefits are about to expire.

What does this mean?
Most major health funds within Australia have a benefit year commencing on the 1st of January through until the 31st December. What does this mean for you? Well, if you haven’t used all of your Physiotherapy benefits before the end of the year, they may expire.

Appointments are still available this week. Don't let your benefit go to waste.

You can call us - 02 4940 8300
OR
Book online - https://action-physiotherapy.cliniko.com/bookings#service

Make the most of your 2018 benefits and get a head start on your 2019 wellbeing.

Get to know the Action Physio Team

Thu, 02 Aug 2018 07:19:00 GMT

Get to know the Action Physio team

Starting with our newest addition - Daisy

Daisy

Tell us a little about yourself...
Part time Massage therapist, part time Barista.
Addicted to coffee and Chocolate. Live @ at the beach in Summer.
Love my job, also LOVE the weekends :)

What made you want to become a Physio Assistant/Massage Therapist? How did you know it was the right career for you?
After completing my certificate 3 and 4 in fitness, I wanted to learn more about the human body. Two weeks into the massage course I was already learning more.

How long did it take you to study and where did you study?
12 months - TAFE Tighes Hill

What's your favourite part of the job?
Seeing results and making a difference to every patient's well-being.

What's the hardest part of the job?
Remembering names.

What's your favourite meal/food to eat in Newcastle?
Vegetarian big brekkie @ One Penny Black in town.

At a wedding in India.

HICAPS-Go

Tue, 10 Jul 2018 07:25:00 GMT

HICAPS-Go

All from your phone!

We're now connected to HICAPS-Go!

This neat little app allows you to find us, book online and find out your out-of-pocket costs before your appointment*
Available for download on Google Play and the Apple App store, this handy app will save you time. You can also pay and claim in an instant, all from your phone! So if you forget your cards, NO WORRIES!

*Only available for members of participating health funds:

Participating Health Funds and their brands offering HICAPS Go- Medibank Private
- AHM Health Insurance
- HIF
- St.LukesHealth
- Phoenix Health Fund
- NIB
- Health.com.au
- Defence Health
- GMHBA
- Frank Health Insurance
- Health Care Insurance
- Peoplecare

https://www.hicaps.com.au/go/home/hicaps-go-patients

We're on Facebook!

Wed, 20 Jun 2018 07:25:00 GMT

We're on Facebook!

We'd love to see you there.

Action Physiotherapy has dived into the depths of social media and finally opened a Facebook page. While we're still in fledgling stage we would love to see you over there and appreciate you sharing the page with your friends and family.

Facebook is a social media giant and we want to make sure that we're across every platform, making ourselves available to all our patients no matter what outlet you use.

We aim to keep our Facebook page light hearted with memes and other funnies, while also keeping you informed about everything to do with physiotherapy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tue, 19 Jun 2018 07:28:00 GMT

Frequently Asked Questions

New to physiotherapy? Maybe some of the answers to your questions are here.

Do I need a doctor’s referral?

You do not need a doctor’s referral to attend physiotherapy treatment, though your doctor may choose to give you one to help provide us with information that’s useful for your care.

You do need a doctor’s referral if you’ll be claiming your treatment costs from:

WorkCover, Comcare and other self-insurers
Motor vehicle accident covered by Third Party Insurance (CTP)
Enhanced Primary Care Program (EPC); a Medicare subsidised programme
Veterans Affairs

Does private health insurance cover physiotherapy?

If you have ancillary or extras cover in your policy, you’ll need to check with your fund with regards to the level of cover. We have the HICAPS system to allow for Health Fund claims at the practice.

Does Medicare cover physiotherapy treatment?

With the introduction of the Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) scheme, your doctor may now refer for up to five Allied Health services per year.

The scheduled Medicare fee is charged and this can be claimed back through the HICAPS system on site.

What can I expect from my first consultation?

At your initial consultation, your physiotherapist will conduct a detailed assessment to determine the diagnosis and possible causes of your injury. We’ll then explain the diagnosis to you, along with details about the treatment required, expected recovery time and ongoing self-management strategies to prevent reoccurrence of the problem.

What do I bring to my appointment?

Please bring any referral letters and relevant test results, along with any scans and X-rays.

What are the financial arrangements for payment?

Fees for private patients are due at the time of treatment. HICAPS and EFTPOS facilities are available for automatic claiming through your private health fund. WorkCover, 3rd Party MVA insurance and Veterans Affair patients’ accounts will be sent directly to the appropriate body.

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Smells like Christmas Spirit

Knock, knock! Who’s there? Snow. Snow who? Snow time to waste. It’s almost Christmas!

Are you our new team Member?

We're searching for a Casual Receptionist for our Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Clinic

Post Treatment Care

What should you be doing after you've been discharged by your Physiotherapist?

Workcover & Medicare Referrals

Workcover & Medicare Referrals

You can now book your Workcover and Medicare Physiotherapy appointments online!

Workcover

Medicare

Is the appointment free?

How does the Medicare rebate process work?

If you have any questions about either type of appointment,

please call our team in Cooks Hill - 02 4940 8300

Are you our next team member?

Are you our next team member?

Action Physiotherapy is looking for a casual receptionist with a caring attitude and a strong work ethic; A proactive and reliable individual to support our staff and our community.

About the business

Medicare

We're looking to fill a role on Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri 3pm – 6pm and Thursdays 9am – 6pm.

What you will do:

Skills and experience

What we need from you:

Send cover letter and CV to regina@actionphysio.org

6 Helpful Tips to Avoid & Alleviate Back Pain

6 Helpful Tips to Avoid & Alleviate Back Pain

Lockdown Neck & Back Pain

1. Home Office Setup

Poor ergonomic setup is probably the biggest culprit for neck & back pain at the moment. No fancy equipment is needed here! Just knowledge!

Desk & Chair

2. Don't just sit there

3. Exercise

4. Apply heat/ice

5. Beware the post lockdown return to sport

6. Seek help

We Are Open

We Are Open

As long as it's safe to do so, Action Physiotherapy will be available to support and serve our community.

Christmas, the New Year and You!

Christmas, the New Year and You!

Get to know the Action Physio team

Get to know the Action Physio team

Meet our new Physiotherapist, Mauro!

Breastfeeding and Physiotherapy

Breastfeeding and Physiotherapy

Mastitis and Blocked Ducts - How Physio can help!

We're Moving - Important Update

We're Moving - Important Update

Move to Cooks Hill Delayed

We're Moving

We're Moving

Action Physiotherapy is relocating to Cooks Hill!

Covid-19 Update

Covid-19 Update

Your health and safety during this pandemic

Telehealth Consultations

Telehealth Consultations

Coming Soon!

Bupa and NIB

Bupa and NIB

Action Physiotherapy is a preferred provider

Trading over the Holidays

Trading over the Holidays

Action Physiotherapy is OPEN between Christmas and New Year

Get to know the Action Physio Team

Get to know the Action Physio team

Physio Assistant and Massage Wizzkid - Kelly

We're Finalists!

We're Finalists!

Action Physiotherapy are finalists in the 2019 Hunter Business Awards

Private health insurance reforms

Private health insurance reforms

Did you know there were changes to the way that natural therapies are covered by private health insurance from 1 April 2019?

Join the Action Physio Team

Join the Action Physio Team

We're seeking a Physiotherapist with a passion for all things musculoskeletal

Get to know the Action Physio Team

Get to know the Action Physio team

Poor ergonomic setup is probably the biggest culprit for neck & back pain at the moment.
No fancy equipment is needed here! Just knowledge!