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Whether you suffer from back pain, sports injury, headaches or any other type of musculoskeletal pai Do you want to feel better fast with results that last?

We are committed to providing rapid solutions to your current and future health needs. Our highly successful treatment strategies will help you achieve the best possible outcome so you can regain pain free healthy living. We will help you feel better, move better and age better. Your benefits:
•Comprehensive examination and diagnosis
•Treament of the cause not just the symptoms
•Rehabilitation to stop relapses
•Get you back on track fast
•Outstanding service
•Exceptional Results
•For TAC patients, the TAC excess is waived, when you see one of our occupational physiotherapists. Whether you suffer from back pain, sports injury, headaches or any other type of musculoskeletal pain or injury, we look forward to caring for you and your family.

12/10/2026

We’ve added a NEW Clinical Pilates class to our existing Saturday morning schedule! 💚

Due to popular demand, we’re expanding our Saturday Pilates schedule to make room for more of you to join us!

So whether you’re new to Pilates or a regular attendee, we’d love to see you there!

💚 Contact us to secure your place!

04/10/2026

The warmer days are slowly making their way back, except for maybe these past few days 😅 but it is a great time of year to get moving again! ☀️

If you’ve been a little less active over winter, here are a few tips to help you ease back in:

🌱 Build up gradually: Slowly increase your activity rather than jumping straight back into your previous routine.
💪 Keep up your strength: Regular strengthening can help prepare your muscles and joints for increased activity.
🏃 Mix up your movement: Try a variety of activities such as walking, running, cycling, Pilates, gym or sport.
😴 Make time for recovery: Give your body time to rest and recover between harder or more active days.
💚 Find what you enjoy: Choose activities you actually enjoy to make staying active easier and more sustainable.

Start small, stay consistent and keep moving this spring! 🌸

14/09/2026

MYTH MONDAY: If it hurts, stop immediately!

FACT:
Not necessarily! Some mild discomfort during exercise or rehabilitation can be normal and doesn’t always mean you’re causing damage.

As a general guide, pain up to around 3/10 may be acceptable during certain exercises, provided it remains manageable and settles back to your usual level afterwards.

It’s also important to consider how your symptoms respond during exercise, later that day and the following day. Sharp, increasing or persistent pain may be a sign that the exercise needs to be modified.

Rehab isn’t always about avoiding pain completely, but rather gradually building strength, confidence and tolerance to movement. 💪

If you’re unsure what’s appropriate for you, speak with your physiotherapist for personalised advice.

08/09/2026

In honour of World Physio Day, here are some of the wonderful physios of our clinic!

We wish all our patients and fellow physiotherapists a very happy World Physio Day 💪☺️

09/08/2026

We present to you the latest adventures of our director Michael! This time, he’s taken on the outback 🏜️

PS: Michael’s daughter, Zoe, has ventured into making her own music! Swipe to the end and scan the Spotify QR code for a taste 🎤🎶

26/07/2026

Have your joints been feeling stiffer or more painful in the colder months? You’re not imagining it.
While cold weather doesn’t cause arthritis, it can increase joint stiffness and make existing symptoms feel worse.
Here are a few simple ways to stay comfortable this winter:
 🟢 Keep warm with layers and heat packs 🟢 Stay active with gentle, regular movement 🟢 Stretch daily to reduce stiffness 🟢 Avoid sitting for long periods 🟢 Warm up before exercise

Small changes can make a big difference in keeping you moving this winter.

28/06/2026

⚽ WORLD CUP INJURY SPOTLIGHT: HAMSTRING STRAINS ⚽

Brazilian star Raphinha recently sustained a hamstring injury during the tournament, highlighting just how common these injuries can be in soccer.

Hamstring strains often occur during high-speed sprinting, sudden acceleration, or kicking, when the muscles at the back of the thigh are placed under enormous stress.

🔍 Common symptoms include:
• Sudden pain or a “pulling” sensation at the back of the thigh
• Tenderness or bruising
• Difficulty sprinting, kicking, or changing direction

⚠️ Returning to sport too soon can increase the risk of re-injury, which is why proper rehabilitation is essential.

Rehabilitation may include:
✅ Gradual strengthening exercises
✅ Running and sprint progression
✅ Plyometric and agility training
✅ Sport-specific drills before returning to play

Whether you’re competing on the world stage or playing local sport on the weekend, the right rehabilitation can help you recover safely and perform at your best.

14/06/2026

Tomorrow marks the start of Men’s Health Week.

It’s an opportunity to highlight the importance of men’s physical health, mental health, and emotional wellbeing, and to encourage conversations about the health challenges faced by men in our communities.

Good health isn’t just about avoiding injury. It’s about staying active, sleeping well, looking after your mental wellbeing, and maintaining strong connections with the people around you.

As Men’s Health Week begins, challenge yourself to: ✓ Move a little more ✓ Sleep a little better ✓ Check in on a mate ✓ Prioritise your health

Small steps can make a big difference. 💚

31/05/2026

While cortisone injections can be very effective for reducing pain and inflammation, they are not a stand-alone fix for most injuries. In many cases, the injection helps calm symptoms temporarily, but it does not address the underlying reason the pain developed in the first place.

Factors such as muscle weakness, reduced mobility, joint stiffness, training errors, or excessive load often still need to be addressed. If these contributing factors are ignored, symptoms can return once the effects of the injection wear off.

Cortisone injections can play a crucial role in treatment and may be helpful in certain situations, especially when pain is limiting movement or rehabilitation. However, the best long-term outcomes usually come from combining symptom management with a structured individualised rehabilitation plan!

Pain relief is important, but lasting recovery comes from addressing the cause, not just the symptoms.

16/05/2026

We’re excited to announce NEW Clinical Pilates classes at the clinic ✨

Due to high demand, we have now opened an additional Tuesday 8:15 AM class, with our new Saturday 8:15 AM class commencing June 13th!

Class Times:
▫️ Tuesday: 8:15 AM – 9 AM (now open)
▫️ Saturday: 8:15 AM – 9 AM (starting June 13)

To book or enquire, contact us via email or call us on 03 9434 3088

Address

126 Watsonia Road
Melbourne, VIC
3087

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 7pm
Tuesday	8am - 7pm
Wednesday	8am - 7pm
Thursday	8am - 7pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+61394343088

Website

http://www.watsoniaphysiotherapy.com.au/

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