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Your Trusted Physiotherapy & Pilates Clinic in Black Rock
At Total Balance Physio, we provide expert physiotherapy and rehabilitation treatment to help patients recover from sports and posture-related injuries. Our holistic approach to total body health goes beyond basic treatments to prevent injuries and support optimal physical wellbeing. Our team of professionally trained physiotherapists delivers tailored care in a friendly, supportive environment, utilising advanced techniques such as Clinical Pilates, GLA:D programs, and real-time ultrasound assessments. With over 20 years of combined experience, we prioritise individualised treatment plans that address specific needs, including women's health, running assessments, and golf performance screening.We are committed to community engagement, offering services to schools, sporting teams, and local businesses while maintaining strong partnerships with healthcare professionals. Our clinic's extended hours, including evenings and weekends, ensure accessibility for all clients seeking quality physiotherapy services in Bayside.
Services
Physiotherapy
Clinical Pilates
GLA:D Program
Myotherapy/Massage
Women's Health
Running Assessments
Better Bones
TPI Golf Screening
Real Time Ultrasound
Dry Needling
Highlights and features
- We offer physiotherapy services led by TPI-certified professionals for golf performance improvement
- Our clinic provides GLA:D Australia programs with proven outcomes for osteoarthritis management
- We utilise real-time ultrasound technology for precise deep core muscle assessment
- Our team includes physiotherapists with postgraduate training in pelvic health and continence
- We offer flexible hours including evenings and weekends for client convenience
What people say
Experienced physiotherapists
Effective pain management
Personalised treatment plans
Welcoming environment
Successful GLA:D program
Services
Physiotherapy
Our physiotherapists utilise advanced techniques for sports injuries, post-surgery rehabilitation, and chronic conditions. We specialise in spinal/posture issues, osteoporosis management, and women's health. Treatment includes mobilisation, dry needling, and tailored exercise routines. Our team provides home visits and community outreach programs for enhanced accessibility.
Clinical Pilates
Small-group clinical pilates classes focus on core stability, posture correction, and injury prevention. Led by qualified physiotherapists, sessions use reformer beds and mat equipment. Initial one-on-one assessments ensure individualised programs with real-time ultrasound assessments for pelvic floor evaluation.
GLA:D Program
This evidence-based program for hip/knee osteoarthritis includes education sessions, twice-weekly exercise classes, and progress tracking. Led by certified physiotherapist Jessica Mosely, it reduces pain by 23-31% and medication use by 46-50% according to clinical research. Medicare and private health rebates apply.
Women's Health
Specialised treatment for pelvic/back pain, incontinence, and postnatal recovery. Services include SRC shorts fitting, mastitis treatment, and DRAM separation management. We collaborate with pelvic health specialist Vanessa for internal examinations and advanced care planning.
Running Assessments
Comprehensive running assessments include gait analysis, strength testing, and injury prevention strategies. Suitable for all runners from recreational joggers to elite athletes, the service provides detailed reports with gait retraining recommendations and customised strength programs.
People
Milly Gunther
Director | Physiotherapist | Clinical Pilates Instructor
With extensive experience in physiotherapy and pilates instruction, Milly leads our team in delivering comprehensive rehabilitation programs. Her expertise spans musculoskeletal conditions and postural rehabilitation.
Krystal Evans
Physiotherapist | Clinical Pilates Instructor | TPI Certified
TPI Level 2 certified physiotherapist specialising in golf performance screening and injury prevention. Combines biomechanical analysis with targeted exercise programs for optimal swing mechanics.
Jessica Mosley
Physiotherapist | Clinical Pilates Instructor | McKenzie Therapist
Certified GLA:D program provider with expertise in osteoarthritis management. Specialises in evidence-based exercise programs for joint pain and mobility improvement.
Samara Prosser
Physiotherapist | Clinical Pilates Instructor
Leader of our Better Bones program, focusing on strength training for osteopenia and fall prevention. Combines physiotherapy expertise with tailored exercise prescription for senior clients.
Vanessa
Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
Specialist in pelvic floor physiotherapy with over 10 years' experience. Provides advanced care for continence issues and postnatal recovery, collaborating with our women's health team.
Questions
What physiotherapy services do you offer?
We treat sports injuries, posture issues, osteoarthritis, women's health conditions, and provide running assessments and golf performance screening using advanced techniques.
Do you accept private health insurance?
Yes, our services are claimable through private health insurance with appropriate coverage for physiotherapy treatments.
Are your physiotherapists qualified?
All our physiotherapists are university-qualified with specialisations in areas like pelvic health, golf biomechanics, and osteoarthritis management.
What are your clinic hours?
We're open Monday 9am-7:30pm, Tuesday 9am-7:30pm, Wednesday 7am-7:30pm, Thursday 9am-6pm, Friday 8am-2pm, and Saturday 8am-1pm.
Do you offer home visits?
Yes, we provide home visit services for patients requiring physiotherapy treatment in their own environment.
What is the GLA:D program?
GLA:D is an evidence-based exercise and education program for hip/knee osteoarthritis that reduces pain by 23-31% and medication use by 46-50%.
Reviews (6)
Blair Richardson
Dec 05, 2019
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I have been to a few different physios over the years. This one is the one I go back to. Highly skilled and very good at getting you back up and moving. Highly recommend.
Oren Ben-Harim
May 28, 2019
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Hannah is absolutely wonderful! She is highlyprofessional and sharp, she succeeded to solve my knee and back problems with a lot of different exercises.
Hannah has great communicationskills. After she took my history, I was sure I communicated all the relevantinformation. She givesvery clear instructions that I can follow easily. I can run again! I highly recommend Hannah!
Hannah has great communicationskills. After she took my history, I was sure I communicated all the relevantinformation. She givesvery clear instructions that I can follow easily. I can run again! I highly recommend Hannah!
Rita Hahn
May 27, 2019
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Very friendly, knowledgeable and professional staff. My back problems have improved greatly since starting their pilates classes. The individually tailored sessions I have had, have been great.
Mark Tverdolov
Jul 18, 2017
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I would gladly recommend Total balance physiotherpy to anyone in need of treatment. I found them to be extremely helpful and knowledgeable. As a patient they always listened to what I had to say so they could deliver the best treatment possible. I have been there three times now, 3 separate injuries and they have been life savers. Once for an arm issue. Shoulder and back. Everyone here, from Milly the therapists right down to the front desk are a great group of individuals who truly care about the people they are helping. They where always very accommodating with appointments. They always do the
Tom Parker
Nov 30, 2016
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The experienced and caring people of Total Balance have enabled me to relieve pain and regain my strength and fitness. It is the best physiotherapy practice I have had the pleasure of attending.
Wayne Vest
Sep 28, 2016
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The best care from completely professional and knowledgeable staff. Perfect service. I had multiple computing issues accumulated over years of injury - Total Balance got to the root causes quickly and treated efficiently, such that I reached a point of self management in comfortable time.
