Motion Health

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Physiotherapy & Exercise Physiology in Toorak

Motion Health is committed to delivering clinical excellence and quality care through a trusted team of professionals. Our expertise spans physiotherapy, massage, exercise physiology, and clinical pilates, with a focus on rehabilitation, health, and sports performance. We prioritise individualised treatment plans, combining hands-on therapy and evidence-based exercise programs to address musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries, and chronic pain. With a team of university-qualified physiotherapists and exercise physiologists, we offer advanced musculoskeletal assessment and treatment techniques, including dry needling, manipulative therapy, and postural re-education.

Our state-of-the-art facility in Toorak features private treatment rooms and a fully equipped exercise studio with reformers, strength-training equipment, and more. We serve clients across Toorak, South Yarra, Prahran, Malvern, and Armadale, empowering individuals to move well, live well, and achieve their personal health goals. Our values of commitment, quality, integrity, and results-driven care underpin every interaction, ensuring patients receive consistent, professional support tailored to their unique needs.

Services

Physiotherapy Exercise Physiology Clinical Pilates Sports Injury Treatment Dry Needling Postural Re-education Pregnancy Physiotherapy Chronic Pain Management Home Exercise Programs Strength & Conditioning

Highlights and features

We offer tailored rehabilitation programs combining physiotherapy and clinical pilates.
Our team includes university-qualified physiotherapists with postgraduate specialisations.
We utilise advanced equipment including Pilates reformers and strength-training tools.
We provide evidence-based treatments for sports injuries and chronic pain management.
Our clinic serves Toorak, South Yarra, Prahran, Malvern, and surrounding areas.

What people say

Highly qualified staff Improved core strength Life-changing results Professional and enjoyable experience Great service

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Services

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy at Motion Health addresses musculoskeletal injuries, chronic pain, and sports-related conditions through evidence-based treatments. Our physiotherapists use manual therapy, dry needling, and exercise prescription to restore mobility and reduce discomfort. Tailored rehabilitation programs target back pain, neck injuries, post-surgical recovery, and sports performance enhancement, ensuring clients regain functional independence and prevent re-injury.

Clinical Pilates

Clinical Pilates combines targeted exercises with equipment-based training to improve core strength, posture, and flexibility. Motion Health's qualified instructors design individualised programs for injury rehabilitation, chronic pain management, and athletic performance. Sessions utilise reformers and resistance tools to enhance muscle activation while prioritising safe, controlled movements for long-term musculoskeletal health.

Exercise Physiology

Exercise Physiology specialises in managing chronic conditions like diabetes, osteoporosis, and cardiovascular disease through tailored exercise programs. Motion Health's Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) create structured interventions for strength training, weight management, and post-rehabilitation recovery. These programs integrate lifestyle modifications to improve overall health outcomes and functional capacity for individuals with complex medical needs.

Sports Injury Treatment

Motion Health's sports injury treatment focuses on rapid recovery and performance optimisation for athletes. Combining physiotherapy, strength conditioning, and biomechanical analysis, our team addresses ligament tears, muscle strains, and joint injuries. Evidence-based protocols ensure safe return-to-play timelines while minimising re-injury risks through sport-specific rehabilitation strategies.

Dry Needling

Dry needling targets muscular pain and dysfunction by inserting fine needles into trigger points to release tension. Motion Health's physiotherapists use this technique to alleviate conditions like headaches, tendonitis, and chronic muscle tightness. The treatment enhances blood flow, reduces inflammation, and restores normal muscle function as part of a comprehensive rehabilitation plan.

People

Richie Butler

Physiotherapist

Richie graduated from La Trobe University with a Masters of Physiotherapy Practice in 2015. He has a passion for musculoskeletal physiotherapy, treating low back pain and post-surgical rehabilitation. Richie also works part-time at the Essendon Football Club and has completed advanced training in clinical Pilates and dry needling.

Catherine MacRae

Physiotherapist

Cath holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physiotherapy with 21 years of clinical experience. She specialises in treating tendinopathies, running injuries, and shoulder pain. An avid pole vaulter, she combines her athletic background with expertise in biomechanics to deliver patient-centred care.

James Barjasic

Physiotherapist

James graduated from La Trobe University in 2012 with a Masters of Physiotherapy Practice. He focuses on sports injuries, particularly AFL football and basketball-related conditions. James integrates manual therapy and strength training to empower clients to achieve their physical goals through evidence-based rehabilitation.

Geoff Greenwood

Physiotherapist

Geoff has a Masters of Science and specialises in spinal conditions and sports injuries. With expertise in treating older athletes, he combines manipulative therapy and rehabilitation to address neck/back pain, headaches, and peripheral joint injuries, ensuring tailored care for active individuals across all ages.

Adrian Pranata

Physiotherapist

Adrian holds a PhD in spinal biomechanics and specialises in persistent pain disorders. As part of Swinburne University's teaching faculty, he integrates research into clinical practice, using technology and manual therapy to manage chronic spinal pain, headaches, and temporomandibular disorders.

Questions

What services does Motion Health offer?

We provide physiotherapy, exercise physiology, clinical pilates, sports injury treatment, dry needling, and chronic pain management.

Do I need a referral for physiotherapy?

No referral is required, though we accept Medicare, DVA, TAC, and WorkCover patients with valid referrals from GPs.

What areas do you service?

We serve Toorak, South Yarra, Prahran, Malvern, Armadale, and surrounding Melbourne suburbs.

Are your physiotherapists qualified?

All our physiotherapists are university-qualified and registered, with postgraduate training in advanced musculoskeletal assessment and treatment.

What should I wear to a session?

Wear comfortable clothing that allows movement, such as activewear, to facilitate assessment and exercise performance.

Can I claim private health rebates?

Yes, most private health insurance plans cover physiotherapy and exercise physiology services, depending on your policy terms.

Reviews (4)

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Lisa Giusti Gestri

Aug 24, 2021 Report

It's a beautiful centre and from the professional and friendly front desk staff to the physios and instructors, Motion Health provides 5-star service and care.
Particularly, Catherine has always been an absolute delight and help: I happily recommend her as a wonderful woman and an excellent physio!

Nikki Rose Cresswell

Sep 19, 2019 Report

Absolutely amazing Physiotherapy and Pilates studio. Highly experienced Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists that tailor each class or session to each individuals needs. Very experienced in tailoring exercises for those who have injuries. Fabulous Pilates classes. Lovely clientele. Excellent service. Cant recommend this practice highly enough.

Katherine King

Aug 31, 2019 Report

I've been attending Pilates at Motion Health for nearly two years. During that time I have grown enormously in strength, physical resilience and aerobic fitness. My outlook on life has markedly improved and I have been able to increase my activity into other areas including walking, body pump and yoga. I'm pleased that I can go up stairs two at a time, lift my suitcases easily when I travel, hold my shoulders back and stand up tall, all without back or hip pain. Working with Emma and Joel has been quite life changing. They are both university qualified exercise physiologists, individually focused

Jayne Pitard

Aug 28, 2019 Report

Love attending Pilates at Motion Health. Highly qualified and experienced staff that make it easy with great equipment. I feel fantastic after my sessions.