In Stride Health Clinic

In Stride's physiotherapists treat all musculoskeletal (muscle and joint) pain and injuries. Whether it is for a sporting injury, workplace or vehicle accident, part of a chronic disease process or rehabilitation after surgery, we will work with you to create a treatment plan that suits you and your needs. Our physiotherapists are highly skilled at accurate diagnosis of your injury or pain and then ensuring that you fully rehabilitated and educated on injury prevention. We treat a wide population from elite sports people to elderly and children. Our access to the Ascot Vale Leisure Centre gym, hydrotherapy pool and our clinical pilates studio means that we can offer a range of rehabilitation options. Our physiotherapists will provide a combination of both 'hands-on' manual treatments, along with home exercise programs. We work with you to get you back to your sport or work activity as quickly and safely as possible.

Myotherapy incorporates soft tissue massage, dry needling, muscle stretching, and corrective or rehabilitative exercises. A myotherapist is a qualified practitioner trained to assess and treat muscle dysfunction and other soft tissue structures that cause pain or affect movement. Our myotherapists are registered with their association and are registered to offer health fund rebates. A referral is not required unless this is related to a Work Cover claim for which a doctor's referral is necessary.

At In Stride Health Clinic, our qualified and very experienced massage therapists provide you with high quality, professional care and individualised attention. Our massage therapists use a variety of techniques to ensure a holistic approach to assist the individual physically, mentally and spiritually. We offer Remedial Massage, Sports/ Deep Tissue Massage, Relaxation Massage and Pregnancy Massage (using a special pregnancy cushion). Treat yourself to one of our various types of massage treatments available in 60, 45 or 30minute sessions. We also have gift vouchers available. Whether it’s to treat pain, take away stress or to enhance your sporting performance, the tremendous benefits of massage to the human body include: • release tension and stress • promote relaxation • injury management • aid muscle condition and recovery • enhance sporting performance • boost for the immune system • provide pain relief for sore, tight muscles • stimulate blood flow • reduce fluid retention • improve joint mobility • assist with sleep problems

Our Clinical Pilates Studio is based at a separate studio space which is located at Shop 2/100 Union Road, Ascot Vale VIC 3032. The modern studio has been furnished with latest pilates equipment and accessories. We have a range of classes including individual sessions through to group sessions. All our clinical pilates classes are run by qualified physiotherapists. Rebates can be claimed through private health funds. Clinical Pilates refers to exercises which focus on strengthening your ‘core muscles’ which support your posture and spine. A strong core leads to more efficient movement and the prevention of injuries. It also targets all muscle groups to provide all over body strength and tone. Clinical pilates combines the traditional pilates principles with the latest scientific research to treat various presentations including: • low back pain • neck pain • sports injuries • pre/post natal • poor posture • arthritis and • muscle weakness.

In Stride Health Clinic offers Aquatic Physiotherapy, which refers to physiotherapy treatment provided in a heated pool. The heated water allows muscle relaxation and pain relief such that the physiotherapist can achieve effective joint mobilisation and rehabilitation exercises that may not be able to be performed on land. The buoyancy of the water enables an exercise program when weight bearing is otherwise prohibited (eg after surgery or painful arthritic conditions). The water can be used for both resistances in strength exercises or as assistance through floating. Conditions that can benefit from Aquatic Physiotherapy (Hydrotherapy) • Arthritic conditions • Post surgery rehabilitation (eg joint replacement, back surgery) • Fracture rehabilitation • Upper and lower limb injury management • Back pain • Disc injuries • Chronic pain conditions • Neurological presentations

Mummy Fit classes are designed for the new mum to help you get back into shape safely after your pregnancy. The classes incorporate: • Pilates based strengthening exercises targeting the body areas affected by pregnancy to help ensure a full recovery following pregnancy and safe return to exercise. • Graduated cardio – both high intensity and low intensity options are available. Some classes are pilates/strength only for those ladies who do not want to run around the park Block Prices start from $210 for ten classes. Casual classes available. Bookings required. Fit-4-2 Fit-4-2 classes are designed to provide safe exercise for pregnant ladies, with exercises focused on targeting the body areas affected by pregnancy and helping to reduce the symptoms of pregnancy. The classes incorporate: • Pilates based strengthening exercises • Low impact cardio workout • Stretches • Supportive environment with other mums-to-be

At In Stride Health Clinic, our university qualified and accredited dietitian and sports dietitian can assist you with all your diet and nutrition needs. Our dietitian works with you to develop healthy lifestyle goals and nutritional planning to suit your individual needs. A dietetics consultation will involve analysis of your current diet, lifestyle/ sporting and medical requirements with nutritional planning in accordance with the Australian Dietary Guidelines. Our dietitian will help with monitoring you to achieve your goals and the helping to maintain them.

In Stride's podiatrists are university qualified health professionals who specialise in diagnosing, treating and preventing foot or foot related problems. We can treat various people of all ages, from young children to the elderly. Our podiatrists have many years' experience and complete ongoing training and education to keep up to date on how best to care for your feet. Our podiatrists accept DVA, Medicare EPC, TAC and Work Cover clients with a doctor's referral. For all other patients, no referral is necessary. Please bring along a selection of your shoes, a list of any medications you are taking and any foot/leg x-rays you have had done. What can our Podiatrists help you with • Flat feet or high arches • Feet that roll or turn in/ out • Nail problems such as in grown or fungal toe nails • Skin conditions including corns and hard skin • Heel pain • Sore and aching feet • Foot injuries • Ankle sprains • Shin splints or knee pain • Bunions • Stress fractures and broken foot bones • Children's feet • Foot deformities • Diabetes assessments of sensation and blood flow • Wound management • Orthotics and arch supports • Footwear advice