Physioworks Health Group Camberwell

  Sports Physiotherapy Management of Ankle Injuries Injuries to the ankle (predominantly sprains) are especially prevalent in weight-bearing sports and activities, accounting for 10-30 per cent of all sports injuries. Even uncomplicated ankle sprain can have residual problems including pain, tenderness, swelling, mechanical and functional instability, and risk of recurring injury. The APA sports physiotherapist in our practice treat a variety of athletes and can help your patients with ankle injuries to regain strength, mobility, balance and coordination. Physiotherapists carry out research-based clinical tests to reliably identify which part of [...] Read more »

Our Physioworks Health Group Camberwell team of physiotherapists may be spotted out and about in our local area. Here’s what they have been up to recently: David Francis (Co Director) has followed in the path of Nathan Buckley to the coaching of his sons local footy team, the Ashburton Redbacks. “Giving back to the local community, is part of our philosophy here at Physioworks Health Group.” David is also full steam ahead with the Collingwood Football Club and looking forward to another busy year as Head Physiotherapist for the Club. [...] Read more »

Physioworks Health Group Principals David Francis (right of photo) and Andrew Dalwood (left of photo) ventured up north to attend the Specialist Physiotherapists graduation last month at the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) Conference held in Brisbane. The conference is always exciting and a great learning opportunity for new and old physiotherapists alike. There was an expected audience of over 2,000 members supported by an exhibition trade of over 100 booths! Andrew and David packed their bags and trekked up to Brisbane with their supportive (and lovely) wives for the conference. [...] Read more »

The Department of Physiotherapy at The University of Melbourne has been running a clinical trial since March 2010 that is looking at two different treatment methods for people with osteoarthritis of the hip. Our clinic has had the opportunity to be a part of this trial with Andrew Dalwood being one of the treating therapists. We are pleased to announce that the trial has now reached the half-way mark with sixty-four people passing the screening process and becoming participants. Forty-seven of those participants have finished all of their physiotherapy visits [...] Read more »