Allied Physiotherapy

18/08/2026

Some rehab ideas from Jem and Ben

17/08/2026

After a recent spike in women coming into the clinic with low-impact fractures, unaware of how significantly menopause affects bone mineral density - we have developed a new service lead by physiotherapist Sarah St Marie called Thrive45+.

Thrive 45+ is an 8-week, small- group physiotherapy program in Ocean Grove designed specifically for women aged 45 and over who present with or are at risk of osteopenia or osteoporosis.

As part of the program we provide initial training in proper weight lifting technique, evidence-based resistance training and impact loading, balance training, and monthly educational nights.

The goal of this preventative program is to help women build strength, gain confidence and knowledge, and take proactive control of their bone health.

Prior to starting the program, I am hosting a free community talk on bone health on August 26th. This will focus on what bone health means as we get older and what we can actually do about it.

If you, or someone dear to you, think you could benefit from attending the educational night or starting the supervised 8-week group, we would love to have you along!​

Yours in strong bones and good health!

13/08/2026

Sarah has returned from a month back in home country Canada hiking, catching up with fam, and tying the knot with now hubby Patrick! ❤️

Consulting M, T, W, F - including Clinical Exercise, Thrive45+ bone strength program for women, GLA:D.

04/08/2026

Tradies, we hear you!

02/08/2026

20/07/2026

Got an acute Injury? Needing a Sports Physio?

Meet Olivia Hewitt, Cats AFLW physiotherapist and completing her post grad to be a Titled Sports Physiotherapist is consulting Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at Allied Physiotherapy!

Straps ankles with her eyes closed ;-)

09/07/2026

Still early days for GLA:D Back, but promising early signs across Aus. Will it grow to do for chronic low back pain what the GLA:D Hip and Knee course has done for lower limb osteoarthritis?

Ben Crowe is your local Ocean Grove GLA:D Back Allied Physiotherapist for anyone wishing to explore this further.

We’re excited to share the preliminary results from the 2025 GLA:D Back Australia Annual Report 🎉

Over the past few years, GLA:D Back has continued to grow across Australia, helping more people access evidence-based care for persistent and recurrent back pain.

Some standout results:
✅245 clinicians trained across Australia
✅255 participants supported
✅39% reduction in average back pain at 3 months
✅28% reduction in pain medication use
✅74% achieved their personal goals
✅8 in 10 participants reported high satisfaction

GLA:D Back combines education, exercise, and practical self-management strategies to support people in taking control of their back pain.

A huge thank you to the clinicians, participants, and supporters helping make this program possible 💙

05/07/2026

Rolled your ankle yesterday? Here's what to do today

The first 24-48 hours matter. Follow POLICE, not just RICE:
🛡️ Protect it – avoid weight-bearing if it's sharp or feels unstable
❄️ Ice it – 15-20 min every 2-3 hours (wrap it, don't apply direct to skin)
🩹 Compress it – a light bandage helps keep swelling down
⬆️ Elevate it – above heart height when you're resting
🚶 Move it gently – small circles as tolerated; total rest can slow healing
Still can't put weight through it, or no better after 48 hours? That's when it's worth getting it properly checked — an untreated sprain can turn into ongoing instability.
📍 Book online or call us on 03 4224 7416
🔗 www.alliedphysiotherapy.com.au

02/07/2026

HCF are keeping up with the evidence and now fully covering the GLA:D knee osteoarthritis program. Which other health funds will follow? We have a new intake into this 7 week program next week, and assessment availaility today and tomorrow for anyone interested.
www.alliedphysiotherapy.com.au

25/06/2026

Book in your 1:1 Initial Consultation with one of our physios to get started!
https://allied-physiotherapy.au2.cliniko.com/bookings