Modern Medicine

Modern Medicine Modern Medicine has clinics in Ballarat, Alfredton, and Launceston.

Our expert team of myotherapists, podiatrists, exercise physiologists, psychologists, and dietitians work together to support your health - from prevention to ongoing care.

17/08/2026

Strength For Life is here.

We have launched our new group strength class at Modern Medicine, guided by our Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists to keep you strong, active, and independent.

Before starting, every participant completes an initial assessment. Using our AXIT technology, we scientifically measure your strength with real data so every exercise is tailored safely to your body.

Whether you are looking to build functional strength, manage conditions like osteoporosis or arthritis, or rebuild confidence after an injury, this class is designed for you.

Classes run Mondays at 9:00 AM and Thursdays at 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM (45 minutes per session). Contact our reception team to book your initial assessment today.

Strength For Life is here.We've just launched a new group strength class at Modern Medicine, led by our Physiotherapist ...
06/08/2026

Strength For Life is here.

We've just launched a new group strength class at Modern Medicine, led by our Physiotherapist and designed to help you stay strong, active and independent for everyday life.

Classes run Mondays at 9am and Thursdays at 9am and 10am, 45 minutes a session.

It's a good fit if you're looking to build strength safely, managing osteoporosis, arthritis or a chronic condition, recovering from injury, or simply wanting better balance and more confidence in your day to day life.

To celebrate the launch we're offering a special introductory discount for new participants. Contact our reception team to book your initial assessment and find if the right class for you.

Meet Kat, the newest Exercise Physiologist at Modern Medicine. 👋Kat specialises in delivering evidence based exercise in...
05/08/2026

Meet Kat, the newest Exercise Physiologist at Modern Medicine. 👋

Kat specialises in delivering evidence based exercise interventions in both land based and hydrotherapy environments. Her clinical expertise spans post-operative recovery, musculoskeletal injuries, neurological conditions, chronic pain, cardiovascular rehab, and falls prevention.

Kat strongly believes that movement is essential across the entire lifespan, serving as a powerful tool for longevity rather than just a remedy for injury. Combining high energy with a deeply collaborative approach, she thrives on building strong relationships and helping clients achieve meaningful lifestyle goals.

04/08/2026

At Modern Medicine, we take the time to get to the bottom of the problem - not just treat the symptoms.

A patient recently came to us with ongoing foot pain, along with several other concerns. During their assessment, Hugh quickly identified that their shoes were too small and that the padding on their orthotics needed to be carefully adjusted to improve the fit and overall comfort.

While this simple adjustment provided immediate relief, the assessment also identified other issues that will be addressed through a personalised treatment plan in future appointments.

Sometimes, the smallest changes can make a big difference and a thorough assessment is the first step towards lasting results.

Meet Hugh, our senior podiatrist.Podiatry for Hugh, is a combination of solid manual skill and years of applied knowledg...
20/07/2026

Meet Hugh, our senior podiatrist.

Podiatry for Hugh, is a combination of solid manual skill and years of applied knowledge and experience.

Helping people move and function better is what keeps him motivated after this long in the profession.

He's also glad to work alongside a team just as invested in their craft, one that keeps learning and building on what they know.

17/07/2026

If you get headaches, your neck might be the reason.

We see this often. It usually starts with stiff joints in the neck, brought on by posture and everyday habits. When those joints stop moving properly, the muscles and fascia around them tighten up, and that tension can run from the base of the skull all the way down to the mid back.

Treatment focuses on restoring natural movement in the neck through dry needling, cupping and joint mobilisation, then getting you actively moving again.

If headaches are a regular thing for you, it's worth coming in and getting it looked at.

A tight knot in the shoulder doesn't usually stay a shoulder problem.It's common in people who sit most of the day and t...
16/07/2026

A tight knot in the shoulder doesn't usually stay a shoulder problem.

It's common in people who sit most of the day and train once or twice a week, doing the "right things" on paper. The knot itself isn't painful enough to stop training around it, so it gets ignored. Over time, the body starts compensating: the neck stiffens, tension creeps into the upper back, headaches become more frequent.

That's the pattern with a lot of these presentations. A tight muscle restricts movement in the area around it, other muscles pick up the slack, and the compensation eventually becomes its own source of pain, separate from where the problem actually started.

Myotherapy focuses on identifying the muscle or trigger point actually driving the pattern. Treatment can include dry needling to release the knot directly, cupping to help bring blood flow back into the surrounding muscle, or shockwave therapy - now available at our myotherapy clinic for stubborn tissue that hasn't responded to other approaches.

15/07/2026

Ever heard of EMDR?

It's a structured psychological therapy, most often used to help process trauma. Instead of talking through the experience in detail, it uses guided eye movements while briefly focusing on the memory - helping the brain reprocess it so it carries less emotional weight.

It's one of the more researched approaches for trauma related difficulties.

Steve is one of our psychologists here at Modern Medicine. Alongside EMDR, he's skilled in a range of therapeutic modalities including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Schema Therapy and enjoys working collaboratively with clients to support meaningful change.

With a team of professionals across physiotherapy, podiatry, exercise physiology, psychology and dietetics, most health ...
14/07/2026

With a team of professionals across physiotherapy, podiatry, exercise physiology, psychology and dietetics, most health concerns can be looked after in house, all coordinated under the one clinic.

An injury might need physio. A niggling foot problem might need podiatry. Getting stronger after time off might need exercise physiology. Some of it isn't physical at all, that's where our psychologists come in.

The hard part is usually knowing where to start.

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9 Gillies Street South
Ballarat, VIC
3350

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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