Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
General Clinic FAQs
Where is Belmont Physiotherapy Centre located?
Belmont Physiotherapy Centre is located at 1/155 High Street, Belmont VIC 3216, servicing Geelong and surrounding suburbs. Our clinic is located in the alleyway connecting the rear Aldi carpark through to Community Care Chemist on High Street.
What services does Belmont Physiotherapy Centre offer?
Belmont Physiotherapy Centre offers a wide range of allied health and rehabilitation services, including Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, Podiatry, Psychology, Dietetics, Continence Nursing, Myotherapy, Remedial Massage, Group Training, Personal Training, and gym-based rehabilitation services.
Do I need a referral to book an appointment?
No referral is required for private patients booking any of our allied health services. You are welcome to book directly with our team online or over the phone.
Can I book appointments online?
Yes! Our online booking system is simple, convenient, and available 24/7, allowing you to book appointments at any time.
Does Belmont Physiotherapy Centre accept new patients?
Yes — we are currently accepting new patients across all of our allied health services.
What areas do you service outside of Belmont?
We proudly service Belmont, Geelong, and surrounding suburbs across the Greater Geelong region.
Is parking available at the clinic?
Yes. There is ample parking available behind the Aldi carpark, on High Street, and across the road near Coles Belmont.
Is the clinic wheelchair accessible?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre is wheelchair accessible. Our clinic is located on the first floor, with elevator access available for patients unable to use the stairs. We also have accessible bathroom facilities both downstairs and on the first floor.
What are your clinic opening hours?
Our clinic opening hours are:
Monday: 8am – 6pm
Tuesday: 8am – 6pm
Wednesday: 8am – 6pm
Thursday: 8am – 6pm
Friday: 8am – 5pm
Saturday: 8am – 12pm
Sunday: Closed
Performance Hub Gym Members: 5am – 10pm, 7 days per week.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes. We offer telehealth appointments for several services, including Psychology, Dietetics, and Continence Nursing.
Does Belmont Physiotherapy Centre have a rehabilitation gym?
Yes! Our fully equipped rehabilitation gym, the Performance Hub, allows our practitioners to deliver gym-based rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, injury rehabilitation, return-to-sport programs, and personalised exercise programs all under one roof.
Can I use private health insurance at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre?
Yes. If your private health insurance policy includes cover for any of our services, we can process your rebate on the spot using HICAPS, with the rebate automatically deducted from your appointment fee. We are also happy to provide quotes prior to your appointment if you provide your physical private health insurance card.
Do you accept Medicare Care Plans?
Yes. We accept Medicare Care Plans for all eligible services, including Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, Podiatry, Dietetics, and Psychology.
Please note that, excluding Exercise Physiology, Belmont Physiotherapy Centre is not a bulk-billing clinic, and there is generally an out-of-pocket gap of approximately $25 per session after the Medicare rebate has been processed.
Do you treat NDIS participants?
Absolutely. We have extensive experience supporting both self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants across a range of allied health services.
Do you offer WorkCover and TAC appointments?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre is registered with both WorkCover and TAC and provides treatment for approved workplace and transport accident injuries.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Aside from your preferred payment method, you generally do not need to bring anything unless requested by our team prior to your appointment. If you have relevant scans, referral letters, GP documentation, or other medical information, you are welcome to bring these along or email them through beforehand.
How do I know which service is right for me?
If you are unsure which allied health service best suits your needs, we recommend reading through the relevant service pages on our website or contacting our friendly reception team, who can help guide you in the right direction.
Can I see multiple allied health professionals at the same clinic?
Yes! One of the major benefits of Belmont Physiotherapy Centre is our collaborative, multidisciplinary approach. Our practitioners regularly work together to provide comprehensive care, with multiple allied health services available under the one roof.
What makes Belmont Physiotherapy Centre different from other physio clinics in Geelong?
Belmont Physiotherapy Centre combines experienced practitioners, multidisciplinary allied health services, and a fully equipped rehabilitation gym all within the one location. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, personalised care at an affordable price, helping patients across Geelong access comprehensive treatment without the premium price tag.
Do you provide treatment for both acute injuries and chronic conditions?
Yes. We treat a wide range of acute injuries, chronic conditions, sports injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation cases, workplace injuries, and long-term pain conditions.
What age groups do you treat?
Our practitioners provide care for a wide range of age groups, including children, teenagers, adults, older adults, athletes, etc…
Do you offer same-day appointments?
Where availability allows, we do our best to accommodate same-day appointments across a range of services.
How can I contact Belmont Physiotherapy Centre?
You can contact Belmont Physiotherapy Centre by calling (03) 5243 0919, emailing reception@belmontphysio.com.au, or booking online through our website.
Is Belmont Physiotherapy Centre suitable for sports injury rehabilitation?
Absolutely. Our experienced practitioners regularly treat sporting injuries and provide gym-based rehabilitation, return-to-sport programs, strength and conditioning, and injury prevention programs for athletes of all levels.
Do you provide personalised treatment plans?
Yes. All treatment plans are tailored to the individual, with our practitioners focusing on your goals, lifestyle, injury history, and long-term outcomes to deliver personalised care.
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Physiotherapy FAQs
What conditions can physiotherapy help with?
Physiotherapy can assist with a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries, including back pain, neck pain, sports injuries, joint pain, post-surgical rehabilitation, workplace injuries, arthritis, headaches, tendon injuries, muscle strains, and chronic pain conditions.
Can physiotherapy help with back pain?
Yes. Physiotherapy is highly effective for many types of back pain, including acute injuries, chronic back pain, disc injuries, sciatica, postural pain, and gym or work-related injuries. Our physiotherapists focus on reducing pain, improving movement, and addressing the underlying cause of your symptoms.
Can physiotherapy help with neck pain and headaches?
Yes. Physiotherapy can help relieve neck pain, stiffness, posture-related discomfort, and certain types of headaches, including tension headaches and cervicogenic headaches originating from the neck.
Do you treat sports injuries at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre?
Absolutely. Our physiotherapists regularly treat sporting injuries for athletes and active individuals across Geelong, including football, netball, running, gym, swimming, and cycling injuries.
What sports injuries do your physiotherapists commonly treat?
We commonly treat ankle sprains, ACL injuries, muscle strains, shoulder injuries, tendon pain, knee injuries, shin splints, hamstring injuries, lower back pain, and return-to-sport rehabilitation cases.
Can physiotherapy help knee pain?
Yes. Physiotherapy can help manage knee pain caused by sporting injuries, arthritis, tendon issues, cartilage injuries, overuse injuries, post-surgical recovery, and general wear and tear.
Can physiotherapy help shoulder pain?
Yes. Our physiotherapists regularly treat shoulder pain caused by rotator cuff injuries, bursitis, instability, gym injuries, tendon pain, and postural issues.
Can physiotherapy help hip pain?
Yes. Physiotherapy may help improve hip pain associated with arthritis, tendon injuries, bursitis, muscle weakness, lower back referral, sporting injuries, and reduced mobility.
Can physiotherapy help sciatica?
Yes. Physiotherapy can assist with sciatica by addressing contributing factors such as disc irritation, nerve sensitivity, muscle tightness, reduced mobility, and poor movement patterns.
Can physiotherapy help arthritis and joint pain?
Yes. Physiotherapy can help manage arthritis and joint pain by improving mobility, strength, flexibility, balance, and overall function while helping reduce pain and stiffness.
Can physiotherapy help chronic pain?
Yes. Physiotherapy can play an important role in managing chronic pain through movement, strength-based rehabilitation, education, pain management strategies, and gradual return to activity.
Do I need a referral to see a physiotherapist?
No referral is required to see a physiotherapist as a private patient at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre.
What happens during my first physiotherapy appointment?
Your first physiotherapy appointment typically involves discussing your symptoms, medical history, goals, and lifestyle, followed by a physical assessment and treatment plan tailored to your individual needs.
How long are physiotherapy appointments?
Standard physiotherapy appointments at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre are 30 minutes in duration. In some cases, longer 60-minute appointments may also be available depending on your treatment needs and practitioner recommendation.
How many physiotherapy sessions will I need?
The number of sessions required depends on your injury, goals, lifestyle, and how long symptoms have been present. Your physiotherapist will discuss a personalised treatment plan with you during your appointment.
Do I need scans or imaging before seeing a physiotherapist?
In most cases, no. Physiotherapists are trained to assess and diagnose many musculoskeletal conditions without requiring scans or imaging initially.
Can physiotherapists refer for scans or imaging?
Yes. Physiotherapists may recommend or communicate with your GP regarding further imaging such as X-rays, ultrasounds, or MRIs where clinically appropriate.
Do you offer post-surgery rehabilitation?
Yes. We provide post-operative rehabilitation programs following surgeries such as ACL reconstruction, joint replacements, shoulder surgery, spinal surgery, and other orthopaedic procedures.
Do you provide gym-based rehabilitation?
Yes. Our fully equipped rehabilitation gym allows our physiotherapists and exercise physiologists to deliver tailored gym-based rehabilitation and strength programs.
Do you offer return-to-sport rehabilitation programs?
Yes. We provide personalised return-to-sport rehabilitation programs designed to safely progress athletes back to training and competition following injury.
Can physiotherapy help prevent injuries?
Yes. Physiotherapy can help reduce injury risk by improving strength, flexibility, movement patterns, mobility, balance, and overall physical function.
Do you treat workplace injuries and WorkCover patients?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre is registered with WorkCover and provides physiotherapy treatment for approved workplace injuries.
Do you treat TAC patients after motor vehicle accidents?
Yes. We provide physiotherapy treatment and rehabilitation for approved TAC patients following transport accidents and motor vehicle injuries.
Can I use Medicare for physiotherapy?
Eligible patients may access physiotherapy under a Medicare Care Plan provided by their GP. Medicare rebates can help reduce the out-of-pocket cost of treatment.
Can I claim physiotherapy through private health insurance?
Yes. If your private health insurance includes physiotherapy cover, we can process your rebate instantly using HICAPS.
Do your physiotherapists create personalised treatment plans?
Absolutely. All physiotherapy treatment plans are tailored to the individual, taking into account your goals, injury history, lifestyle, and activity levels.
What treatment techniques do your physiotherapists use?
Treatment may include hands-on therapy, exercise rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, dry needling, education, mobility work, pain management strategies, and personalised exercise prescription.
Do you offer hands-on physiotherapy treatment?
Yes. Our physiotherapists may use a range of hands-on techniques including soft tissue therapy, joint mobilisation, stretching, massage, and manual therapy where appropriate.
Do your physiotherapists prescribe exercises and rehabilitation programs?
Yes. Exercise prescription and rehabilitation programs are a core part of physiotherapy treatment at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre.
Is physiotherapy suitable for older adults?
Absolutely. Physiotherapy can help older adults improve mobility, strength, balance, confidence, and independence while reducing falls risk and managing chronic conditions.
Do you treat children and teenagers?
Yes. Our physiotherapists treat children and teenagers for a variety of sporting injuries, growing pains, posture concerns, and musculoskeletal conditions.
What should I wear to my physiotherapy appointment?
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing that allows easy movement and access to the area being assessed or treated.
Do you offer same-day physiotherapy appointments?
Where availability allows, we do our best to accommodate same-day physiotherapy appointments.
What makes Belmont Physiotherapy Centre different from other physiotherapy clinics in Geelong?
Belmont Physiotherapy Centre combines experienced physiotherapists, multidisciplinary allied health services, and a fully equipped rehabilitation gym under one roof, allowing us to provide comprehensive, personalised care for patients across Geelong.
Do you have a rehabilitation gym for physiotherapy patients?
Yes. Our Performance Hub rehabilitation gym is available for physiotherapy rehabilitation, strength programs, return-to-sport training, and supervised exercise rehabilitation.
Can physiotherapy help me return to the gym safely after injury?
Yes. Our physiotherapists can guide you through a gradual return-to-gym program designed to rebuild strength, confidence, mobility, and function safely after injury.
Can physiotherapy help with running injuries?
Yes. We commonly treat running-related injuries including shin splints, tendon pain, knee pain, calf injuries, Achilles injuries, and hip pain.
Can physiotherapy help football and netball injuries?
Absolutely. Our physiotherapists regularly manage football and netball injuries, including ACL injuries, ankle sprains, shoulder injuries, muscle strains, and return-to-sport rehabilitation.
Do your physiotherapists work with local Geelong athletes and sporting clubs?
Yes. Several of our physiotherapists have experience working with local Geelong sporting clubs and athletes across a variety of sports.
Is physiotherapy covered under NDIS?
Yes. Physiotherapy services may be available for eligible self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants.
Can physiotherapy help improve strength and mobility?
Yes. Physiotherapy can help improve strength, mobility, flexibility, balance, and overall physical function through targeted rehabilitation and exercise programs.
Can physiotherapy help with balance and falls prevention?
Yes. Physiotherapy can help improve balance, strength, mobility, and confidence, helping reduce falls risk in older adults and those with mobility concerns.
Can physiotherapy help desk-related neck and back pain?
Yes. Physiotherapy can assist with posture-related neck pain, headaches, upper back tension, lower back pain, and workplace-related musculoskeletal discomfort.
Do you provide dry needling as part of physiotherapy treatment?
Yes. Several of our physiotherapists offer dry needling as part of treatment where clinically appropriate.
Can physiotherapy help dizziness or vertigo?
Certain physiotherapists may assist with dizziness and vertigo conditions through assessment, vestibular rehabilitation, and balance-focused treatment approaches.
What areas around Geelong do your physiotherapists service?
We proudly provide physiotherapy services for patients across Belmont, Geelong, Highton, Grovedale, Waurn Ponds, Newtown, South Geelong, and surrounding suburbs.
Do you offer weekend physiotherapy appointments?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre offers Saturday physiotherapy appointments from 8am to 12pm, allowing greater flexibility for patients unable to attend during the week.
Medicare & Care Plan FAQs
What is a Medicare Care Plan?
A Medicare Care Plan, also known as an Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) referral or Chronic Disease Management Plan, is a referral completed by your GP that may provide Medicare rebates for eligible allied health services, including physiotherapy, podiatry, exercise physiology, psychology, and dietetics.
Can I use a Medicare Care Plan at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre accepts Medicare Care Plans for eligible allied health services.
Which services at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre accept Medicare Care Plans?
Eligible services include Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, Podiatry, Psychology, and Dietetics.
Do I need a referral from my GP to use a Medicare Care Plan?
Yes. You will need a valid Medicare Care Plan referral from your GP prior to your appointment.
How many Medicare-funded sessions do I receive each year?
Most Medicare Care Plans provide access to up to 5 rebated allied health sessions per calendar year. These sessions may be shared across multiple allied health providers and services.
How much is the Medicare rebate for physiotherapy?
The current Medicare rebate for physiotherapy appointments under a valid Medicare Care Plan is $61.80 per session.
Do you bulk bill Medicare Care Plan appointments?
Belmont Physiotherapy Centre bulk bills Exercise Physiology appointments under Medicare Care Plans. However, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Psychology, and Dietetics appointments are not bulk billed.
Is there an out-of-pocket gap fee after the Medicare rebate?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre is not a bulk-billing clinic for Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Psychology, or Dietetics appointments under Medicare Care Plans.
Patients are required to pay the full appointment fee upfront, after which Medicare reimburses the applicable rebate into your bank account. After the rebate, there is generally an out-of-pocket gap of approximately $25 for Physiotherapy, Podiatry, and Dietetics appointments, and approximately $110 for Psychology appointments.
Exercise Physiology Medicare Care Plan appointments are bulk billed.
Can I use Medicare for physiotherapy in Geelong?
Yes. Eligible patients can access Medicare rebates for physiotherapy appointments at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre under a valid Medicare Care Plan referral from their GP.
Can I use Medicare for psychology appointments?
Yes. Medicare rebates may be available for psychology appointments under both Medicare Care Plans and Mental Health Care Plans, depending on your eligibility and referral type.
Can I use Medicare for exercise physiology?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre offers bulk-billed Exercise Physiology appointments under eligible Medicare Care Plans.
Can I use Medicare for podiatry?
Yes. Eligible patients may access Medicare rebates for podiatry appointments under a valid Medicare Care Plan referral from their GP.
Can I use Medicare for dietetics appointments?
Yes. Eligible patients may access Medicare rebates for dietetics appointments under a valid Medicare Care Plan referral from their GP.
How do Medicare rebates work at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre?
Patients are required to pay the full appointment fee at the time of their consultation. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre then processes your Medicare rebate on the spot, with Medicare transferring the rebate directly into your bank account. The remaining amount after the rebate is your out-of-pocket gap fee.
Can you process Medicare rebates on the spot?
Yes. Our reception team can process Medicare rebates on your behalf at the time of payment.
What should I bring to my Medicare Care Plan appointment?
If your GP has already sent your referral directly to us, you generally do not need to bring anything additional. If not, please bring a copy of your Medicare Care Plan referral and provide it to reception upon arrival.
Can I combine Medicare and private health insurance?
No. Medicare and private health insurance cannot be claimed simultaneously for the same appointment.
Do Medicare Care Plans cover telehealth appointments?
Yes. Eligible telehealth appointments may be covered under Medicare Care Plans depending on the service and referral type.
What is the difference between bulk billing and Medicare rebates?
Bulk billing means the clinic accepts the Medicare rebate as full payment, leaving no out-of-pocket expense for the patient. Medicare rebates, on the other hand, involve the patient paying the appointment fee upfront before Medicare reimburses part of the cost back into their bank account.
Can pensioners use Medicare Care Plans?
Yes. Pensioners may be eligible to access allied health services under a Medicare Care Plan referral from their GP.
Can children access Medicare-funded allied health services?
Yes. Eligible children may access Medicare-funded allied health services depending on their referral and eligibility criteria. For younger children, rebates are often processed back to the parent or guardian responsible for payment.
What happens once I have used all of my Medicare sessions?
Once all Medicare-funded sessions have been used, future appointments will generally continue as private appointments unless you are eligible for another referral type or funding arrangement.
Can I claim additional physiotherapy sessions through Medicare?
Standard Medicare Care Plans are generally limited to 5 allied health sessions per calendar year shared across all eligible services. Additional sessions are typically not available unless approved under a different Medicare program or referral pathway.
How do I get a Medicare Care Plan from my GP?
You will need to book an appointment with your GP to discuss your eligibility for a Medicare Care Plan. Your GP will determine whether you meet the criteria and can provide the appropriate referral documentation.
Can I use my Medicare Care Plan across multiple allied health services?
Yes. Medicare Care Plan sessions can be shared across eligible allied health services, including Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, Podiatry, Dietetics, and Psychology.
Does Belmont Physiotherapy Centre accept Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) referrals?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre accepts Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) referrals from GPs.
Can NDIS participants also use Medicare rebates?
Yes. In some cases, NDIS participants may also be eligible to access Medicare rebates depending on their funding arrangements and eligibility criteria.
Are Medicare rebates available for chronic pain treatment?
Yes. Medicare rebates may be available for eligible patients managing chronic pain and long-term health conditions under a valid Medicare Care Plan referral.
Are Medicare Care Plans available for long-term health conditions?
Yes. Medicare Care Plans are designed to support patients living with chronic or long-term health conditions requiring ongoing management and allied health support.
Can Medicare help reduce the cost of physiotherapy appointments?
Yes. Medicare rebates can help reduce the out-of-pocket cost of physiotherapy appointments for eligible patients under a valid Medicare Care Plan referral.
WorkCover / TAC FAQs
WorkCover & TAC FAQs
Do you accept WorkCover patients at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre accepts approved WorkCover patients across a range of allied health services, including Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, Podiatry, Psychology, Myotherapy, and Remedial Massage.
Do you accept TAC patients?
Yes. We provide treatment and rehabilitation services for approved TAC patients following transport accident and motor vehicle injuries across multiple allied health services.
What is WorkCover physiotherapy?
WorkCover physiotherapy involves physiotherapy treatment and rehabilitation for injuries sustained in the workplace. Treatment focuses on reducing pain, restoring movement and strength, and assisting patients in safely returning to work.
What is TAC physiotherapy?
TAC physiotherapy provides treatment and rehabilitation for injuries sustained in motor vehicle and transport accidents. Treatment may include pain management, mobility work, rehabilitation exercises, and return-to-function programs.
Which allied health services can WorkCover and TAC patients access at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre?
Depending on your claim approval and referral, WorkCover and TAC patients may be able to access Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, Podiatry, Psychology, Myotherapy, and Remedial Massage services at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre.
Do I need a referral for WorkCover physiotherapy?
You do not generally require a GP referral to begin physiotherapy treatment under WorkCover, however you will need an active WorkCover claim number and approval from your insurer.
Do I need a referral for TAC physiotherapy?
A GP referral is not always required for TAC physiotherapy, however you will generally need an approved TAC claim number before commencing treatment.
Do you bill WorkCover and TAC directly?
Yes. Whether your treatment is being funded directly through WorkCover or TAC, or via a third-party provider, Belmont Physiotherapy Centre will handle the invoicing process on behalf of the patient wherever possible.
Is there an out-of-pocket cost for WorkCover appointments?
Where treatment has been approved by WorkCover, there is no out-of-pocket expense for appointments at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre.
Is there an out-of-pocket cost for TAC physiotherapy appointments?
Approved TAC physiotherapy appointments at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre are fully covered directly through TAC.
What do I need to bring to my first WorkCover appointment?
Please bring your WorkCover claim number, employer details, any relevant medical certificates, and any referral or imaging information you may have.
What do I need to bring to my first TAC appointment?
Please bring your TAC claim number, any relevant medical documentation, scans, referrals, or information relating to your accident or injury.
Can I start physiotherapy before my WorkCover claim is approved?
In some cases, physiotherapy treatment may commence prior to formal approval, however patients may be responsible for appointment costs if the claim is later declined.
Can I start physiotherapy before my TAC claim is approved?
Depending on your circumstances, treatment may begin before formal TAC approval, however patients may be responsible for costs if their TAC claim is not approved.
How many physiotherapy sessions does WorkCover cover?
The number of physiotherapy sessions approved under WorkCover varies depending on your injury, recovery progress, and insurer approval.
How many physiotherapy sessions does TAC cover?
TAC coverage varies depending on your injury, treatment needs, and claim approval. Your practitioner and TAC case manager will help guide your rehabilitation plan.
Do you provide WorkCover rehabilitation programs?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre provides personalised rehabilitation programs for WorkCover patients, including exercise rehabilitation, strength programs, mobility work, and return-to-work planning.
Do you provide TAC rehabilitation programs?
Yes. We provide rehabilitation programs for TAC patients focused on restoring movement, strength, function, and confidence following transport accident injuries.
Can physiotherapy help me return to work after an injury?
Absolutely. Physiotherapy can assist with pain management, mobility, strength, physical conditioning, and graded rehabilitation to support a safe and sustainable return to work.
Can physiotherapy help me return to driving after a TAC injury?
Yes. Physiotherapy may help improve strength, mobility, movement confidence, and physical function following motor vehicle accident injuries, assisting with return-to-driving goals where appropriate.
Do you provide gym-based rehabilitation for WorkCover and TAC patients?
Yes. Our fully equipped rehabilitation gym allows us to provide gym-based rehabilitation and exercise programs for both WorkCover and TAC patients.
Can WorkCover patients access exercise rehabilitation programs?
Yes. Exercise rehabilitation is commonly incorporated into WorkCover treatment plans to help improve strength, mobility, conditioning, and return-to-work outcomes.
Do you treat workplace back and neck injuries?
Yes. Our practitioners regularly treat workplace-related back pain, neck pain, shoulder injuries, lifting injuries, posture-related conditions, and repetitive strain injuries.
Do you treat motor vehicle accident injuries?
Yes. We commonly treat injuries sustained in motor vehicle accidents, including whiplash, neck pain, back pain, joint injuries, muscle strains, headaches, and mobility issues.
Can I use WorkCover for physiotherapy in Geelong?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre provides WorkCover physiotherapy and allied health services for eligible patients across Belmont, Geelong, and surrounding suburbs.
Can I use TAC for physiotherapy in Geelong?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre provides TAC physiotherapy and allied health rehabilitation services for approved TAC patients across Geelong and surrounding areas.
Do your practitioners communicate with GPs, employers, and case managers?
Yes. Where appropriate, our practitioners regularly communicate with GPs, insurers, employers, and case managers to support coordinated rehabilitation and return-to-work outcomes.
Can physiotherapy help with chronic workplace injuries?
Yes. Physiotherapy can assist with the management of chronic workplace injuries through rehabilitation, strength programs, mobility work, education, and long-term pain management strategies.
Do you provide personalised rehabilitation plans for WorkCover and TAC patients?
Absolutely. All rehabilitation programs are tailored to the individual, taking into account your injury, work demands, goals, lifestyle, and recovery progress.
Do you treat psychological injuries under WorkCover or TAC?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre offers psychology services, which are available for eligible patients under approved WorkCover or TAC claims.
How do I make a WorkCover claim?
WorkCover claims are generally initiated through your employer and GP. Your GP can provide a Certificate of Capacity, and your employer will submit the claim to their insurer for assessment.
How do I make a TAC claim?
TAC claims can be lodged directly with TAC following a transport accident. Once approved, you may be eligible for physiotherapy and allied health treatment.
What happens if my WorkCover or TAC claim is rejected?
If your claim is rejected, you may still continue treatment privately. Our reception team can also help guide you through billing options and next steps where possible.
Do you offer same-day WorkCover or TAC appointments?
Where availability allows, we do our best to accommodate same-day appointments for WorkCover and TAC patients across several allied health services.
What makes Belmont Physiotherapy Centre suitable for WorkCover and TAC rehabilitation in Geelong?
Belmont Physiotherapy Centre combines experienced practitioners, multidisciplinary allied health services, and a fully equipped rehabilitation gym to provide comprehensive injury management and rehabilitation for WorkCover and TAC patients across Geelong.
NDIS FAQs
Do you accept NDIS participants at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre proudly supports NDIS participants across a range of allied health services, including Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, Podiatry, Psychology, Dietetics, and Continence Care.
Do you accept both self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants?
Yes. We currently accept both self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants.
Do you charge a gap fee for NDIS appointments?
No. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre does not charge out-of-pocket gap fees for approved NDIS services.
Which NDIS services are available at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre?
NDIS participants may be able to access Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, Podiatry, Psychology, Dietetics, Continence Care, Myotherapy, and Remedial Massage services, depending on their plan and funding.
Can I access physiotherapy through the NDIS?
Yes. Physiotherapy services may be available for eligible NDIS participants to assist with mobility, strength, pain management, rehabilitation, balance, falls prevention, and improving overall physical function.
Can I access podiatry through the NDIS?
Yes. NDIS participants may be able to access podiatry services for foot pain, footwear advice, mobility concerns, nail care, balance issues, and general foot health management.
Can I access psychology services through the NDIS?
Yes. Eligible NDIS participants may be able to access psychology services to support emotional wellbeing, mental health, behavioural support, coping strategies, and overall quality of life.
Can I access continence care through the NDIS?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre offers continence nursing services for eligible NDIS participants, including continence assessments, bladder and bowel management support, toileting support, and continence aid guidance.
Can I access exercise physiology through the NDIS?
Yes. Exercise Physiology services may be available for eligible NDIS participants to assist with strength, mobility, balance, chronic condition management, rehabilitation, and improving physical capacity.
Can I access dietetics through the NDIS?
Yes. Eligible NDIS participants may be able to access dietetics services for nutritional support, meal planning, chronic health conditions, gastrointestinal concerns, and overall wellbeing.
Do you provide NDIS-funded rehabilitation programs?
Yes. We provide personalised rehabilitation and exercise programs tailored to each participant’s goals, abilities, and support needs.
Can NDIS participants access your rehabilitation gym?
Yes. Eligible participants may access our fully equipped rehabilitation gym as part of their Physiotherapy or Exercise Physiology treatment plan.
Do your practitioners work together to support NDIS participants?
Absolutely. Our multidisciplinary team regularly collaborates to provide coordinated and comprehensive care for NDIS participants across multiple allied health services.
Do you provide personalised treatment plans for NDIS participants?
Yes. All treatment plans are tailored to the individual and designed around each participant’s goals, lifestyle, support needs, and functional capacity.
Can NDIS participants see multiple allied health professionals at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre?
Yes. Many NDIS participants access multiple allied health services at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre, allowing for collaborative care under one roof.
Do you treat children and adults under the NDIS?
Yes. Our practitioners provide services for both children and adults under the NDIS depending on the service required.
Can NDIS participants access telehealth appointments?
Yes. Telehealth appointments may be available for selected services depending on the participant’s needs and eligibility.
Do you communicate with support coordinators and carers?
Yes. Where appropriate, our team can communicate with support coordinators, plan managers, carers, families, and other healthcare providers to support coordinated care.
What should I bring to my first NDIS appointment?
Please bring any relevant NDIS information, referral documentation, reports, or goals that may help guide your treatment plan and support needs.
How do I book an NDIS appointment at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre?
You can contact our reception team directly to discuss your NDIS funding, goals, and the most appropriate allied health services for your needs.
What makes Belmont Physiotherapy Centre suitable for NDIS participants in Geelong?
Belmont Physiotherapy Centre combines experienced practitioners, multidisciplinary allied health services, and a fully equipped rehabilitation gym to provide comprehensive, personalised care for NDIS participants across Geelong and surrounding suburbs.
Performance Hub / Rehab Gym FAQs
What is the Performance Hub?
The Performance Hub is Belmont Physiotherapy Centre’s fully equipped rehabilitation and performance gym. It has been designed to support injury rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, return-to-sport training, general fitness, and healthy ageing for people of all ages and abilities.
What makes the Performance Hub different from a regular gym?
Unlike a traditional gym, the Performance Hub combines a modern gym environment with access to Physiotherapists, Exercise Physiologists, Personal Trainers, and other allied health professionals. This allows members to receive professional guidance, personalised exercise programs, and rehabilitation support all under one roof.
Who can use the Performance Hub?
Everyone is welcome. Our members include rehabilitation clients, teenagers, older adults, recreational exercisers, NDIS participants, and elite athletes.
Do I need to be a Belmont Physiotherapy Centre patient to use the gym?
No. The Performance Hub is open to the general public and can be accessed independently of any allied health service.
Can I access the Performance Hub without seeing a physiotherapist?
Yes. You do not need to see a physiotherapist before joining the gym. However, many members choose to complete an initial gym assessment to receive a personalised exercise program and guidance on using the equipment safely and effectively.
What are the opening hours of the Performance Hub?
Performance Hub members have access from 5:00am to 10:00pm, 7 days per week.
How do members access the gym?
Members can access the gym using a secure smartphone app. Upon arrival, members simply use the app to unlock the main door.
Is the gym staffed at all times?
No. The gym is staffed during Belmont Physiotherapy Centre clinic hours. Outside of these hours, approved members can continue to access the gym independently using the member access app.
Is the Performance Hub suitable for beginners?
Absolutely. Whether you’re completely new to exercise or returning after time away from the gym, our team can help you build confidence and develop a program suited to your goals and experience level.
Can older adults use the Performance Hub?
Yes. Many of our members are older adults looking to improve strength, mobility, balance, bone health, and overall wellbeing.
Can NDIS participants access the Performance Hub?
Yes. NDIS participants may access the gym as part of Physiotherapy or Exercise Physiology treatment, depending on their goals and funding arrangements.
Can WorkCover and TAC patients use the Performance Hub?
Yes. Many WorkCover and TAC rehabilitation programs include supervised exercise and gym-based rehabilitation within the Performance Hub.
Do you offer gym-based rehabilitation programs?
Yes. Our Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists regularly deliver gym-based rehabilitation programs designed to help patients recover from injury, surgery, chronic pain, and other physical conditions.
What is gym-based rehabilitation?
Gym-based rehabilitation involves using targeted exercise and strength training to improve recovery, restore function, reduce pain, and help individuals return to work, sport, and everyday activities.
Can physiotherapists prescribe gym programs?
Yes. Our physiotherapists can create personalised gym programs designed to support injury recovery, rehabilitation, strength development, and injury prevention.
Can exercise physiologists prescribe gym programs?
Yes. Our Exercise Physiologists specialise in exercise prescription and can design tailored programs for rehabilitation, chronic disease management, fitness, strength, mobility, and performance.
Can I complete my physiotherapy rehabilitation in the gym?
Absolutely. Many physiotherapy patients progress from treatment rooms into the gym environment to continue their rehabilitation and build strength, confidence, and function.
Can I transition from injury rehabilitation to general fitness training?
Yes. One of the major benefits of the Performance Hub is the ability to seamlessly progress from injury rehabilitation into long-term health, fitness, and strength goals.
Do you offer return-to-sport rehabilitation programs?
Yes. Our team regularly assists athletes returning to football, netball, running, swimming, cycling, and many other sports following injury.
Can the Performance Hub help me recover from surgery?
Yes. We provide post-operative rehabilitation programs for a range of surgeries, including ACL reconstruction, joint replacements, shoulder surgery, spinal surgery, and other orthopaedic procedures.
Can the Performance Hub help with chronic pain?
Yes. Exercise is one of the most effective tools for managing many chronic pain conditions. Our team can develop safe and progressive exercise programs tailored to your needs.
Can the Performance Hub help improve strength and mobility?
Absolutely. Many members join the gym specifically to improve strength, mobility, flexibility, balance, and overall physical function.
Do you provide strength and conditioning programs?
Yes. We offer strength and conditioning programs for athletes, recreational exercisers, and individuals looking to improve performance, reduce injury risk, and achieve their fitness goals.
Can you help me return to the gym after an injury?
Yes. Our Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists can guide you through a safe return-to-gym program following injury or surgery.
Can you help me return to running after an injury?
Yes. We regularly assist runners recovering from injuries through structured rehabilitation and graded return-to-running programs.
Can you help me return to football, netball, or other sports?
Absolutely. Our team has extensive experience helping athletes safely return to sport following injury.
Do you provide personalised exercise programs?
Yes. Every exercise program is tailored to the individual’s goals, fitness level, injury history, and current abilities.
Are exercise programs tailored to individual goals?
Yes. Whether your goal is rehabilitation, weight loss, strength, athletic performance, improved mobility, or general health, your program can be tailored specifically to your needs.
What equipment is available in the Performance Hub?
The Performance Hub features a wide range of strength and conditioning equipment, including free weights, squat racks, cable machines, resistance equipment, cardio machines, treadmill, exercise bikes, rowing machines, and a dedicated turf running track with sled training capabilities.
Do you offer one-on-one training sessions?
Yes. One-on-one sessions are available with both Exercise Physiologists and Personal Trainers.
Do you offer small group training?
Yes. We offer a range of supervised group gym sessions as part of our gym timetable.
Can I use the gym if I have arthritis or chronic health conditions?
Yes. Many members use the gym to help manage arthritis, osteoporosis, diabetes, cardiovascular conditions, chronic pain, and other long-term health conditions.
Is the Performance Hub suitable for weight loss and general fitness goals?
Absolutely. While many members initially join for rehabilitation, the gym is equally suitable for weight loss, strength development, fitness improvement, and general health goals.
Do you offer casual gym visits?
Yes. Casual gym visits are available during staffed clinic hours for $10 per session.
Do you offer supervised gym classes?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre offers physiotherapist-supervised gym classes for $10 per session. Patients with eligible private health insurance cover may also be able to claim a rebate for these classes.
Do you offer memberships?
Yes. We offer flexible gym memberships with no lock-in contracts.
Do you offer an initial gym assessment?
Yes. We offer a discounted 30-minute gym assessment with a Physiotherapist or Exercise Physiologist for $70. During this session, we’ll discuss your goals, help you become familiar with the equipment, and develop a personalised exercise program. Private health insurance rebates may also be available.
Can I claim gym-based rehabilitation through Medicare, NDIS, WorkCover, or TAC?
Depending on your funding arrangement and eligibility, gym-based rehabilitation may be available through Medicare, NDIS, WorkCover, TAC, or private health insurance when delivered as part of an approved allied health treatment plan.
What should I bring to my first gym-based rehabilitation session?
We recommend bringing comfortable exercise clothing, supportive footwear, a water bottle, and any relevant medical information that may assist your practitioner.
What makes the Performance Hub different from other gyms in Geelong?
The Performance Hub combines a modern gym environment with experienced Physiotherapists, Exercise Physiologists, Personal Trainers, allied health support, rehabilitation expertise, and flexible membership options. Whether you’re recovering from injury, training for sport, managing a chronic condition, or simply looking to improve your health, you’ll have access to professional support every step of the way.
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Psychology FAQs
What does a psychologist do?
A psychologist helps people understand and manage their thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and mental wellbeing. Psychology can help individuals develop practical strategies to navigate life’s challenges, improve resilience, strengthen relationships, and support overall mental health.
What mental health concerns can a psychologist help with?
Our psychologist supports individuals experiencing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, autism, relationship difficulties, personality disorders, phobias, emotional regulation challenges, and general mental wellbeing concerns.
Can a psychologist help with anxiety?
Yes. Psychology can help individuals better understand anxiety, identify triggers, develop coping strategies, and build confidence in managing symptoms.
Can a psychologist help with depression?
Yes. Psychological therapy can help individuals manage depression by developing practical skills, improving emotional wellbeing, and supporting positive behavioural change.
Can a psychologist help with stress and burnout?
Absolutely. Psychology can help individuals manage work stress, life pressures, burnout, and overwhelm through evidence-based strategies that promote resilience and balance.
Can a psychologist help with grief and loss?
Yes. Psychology can provide support during periods of grief, loss, and major life transitions, helping individuals process emotions and adapt to change.
Can a psychologist help with self-esteem and confidence?
Yes. Many people seek psychological support to improve self-confidence, develop healthier thought patterns, and build a stronger sense of self-worth.
Can a psychologist help with relationship difficulties?
Yes. Psychology can help individuals navigate relationship challenges, improve communication skills, manage conflict, and build healthier relationships.
Can a psychologist help with emotional regulation?
Yes. Our psychologist utilises evidence-based approaches such as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help individuals better understand and regulate emotions.
Can a psychologist help with trauma?
Yes. Psychology can assist individuals in understanding, processing, and recovering from the impacts of traumatic experiences in a safe and supportive environment.
Can a psychologist help with sleep problems?
Yes. Sleep difficulties are often linked to stress, anxiety, mental health concerns, and lifestyle factors. Psychological strategies may help improve sleep quality and establish healthier sleep habits.
Can a psychologist help with chronic pain?
Yes. Psychological support can be an important part of managing chronic pain by addressing the relationship between physical and mental health, developing coping strategies, and improving overall quality of life.
Can a psychologist help with work-related stress?
Absolutely. Psychology can help individuals manage workplace stress, burnout, career challenges, workplace conflict, and work-life balance concerns.
Can a psychologist help with ADHD?
Yes. Our psychologist works with individuals living with ADHD, helping them develop strategies for organisation, focus, emotional regulation, goal setting, and day-to-day functioning.
Can a psychologist help with autism?
Yes. Our psychologist has experience supporting individuals with autism and can assist with emotional wellbeing, coping strategies, social challenges, life transitions, and personal development.
Can a psychologist help with sport performance and mindset?
Yes. Psychological strategies can help improve confidence, motivation, resilience, focus, and performance both in sport and everyday life.
Do I need a referral to see a psychologist?
No. Private patients do not require a referral to book a psychology appointment.
Can I get Medicare rebates for psychology appointments?
Yes. Eligible patients may be able to access Medicare rebates through a Mental Health Care Plan or Medicare Care Plan. The current Medicare rebate for eligible psychology appointments is approximately $98.95 per session.
What is a Mental Health Care Plan?
A Mental Health Care Plan is a referral completed by your GP that may provide Medicare rebates for psychology services. Your GP can determine your eligibility and discuss whether a Mental Health Care Plan is appropriate for your circumstances.
Do you accept Mental Health Care Plans?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre accepts Mental Health Care Plans.
Do you accept NDIS participants for psychology?
Yes. We welcome both self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants for psychology services.
Do you accept WorkCover psychology referrals?
Yes. Psychology services may be available for eligible WorkCover patients with approved claims.
Do you accept TAC psychology referrals?
Yes. Psychology services may be available for eligible TAC patients with approved claims.
Do you offer telehealth psychology appointments?
Yes. Telehealth psychology appointments are available, allowing clients to access support from the comfort of their own home.
What happens during my first psychology appointment?
Your first appointment is focused on understanding your concerns, goals, experiences, and circumstances. Together, you and your psychologist will discuss what has brought you to therapy and begin developing a plan tailored to your needs.
How long are psychology appointments?
Standard psychology appointments at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre are 60 minutes in duration.
Is everything I discuss with my psychologist confidential?
Absolutely. Confidentiality is a fundamental part of psychological care. Information shared during appointments remains private, except in limited circumstances where disclosure is required by law or necessary to ensure safety.
Can children see a psychologist?
Yes. Our psychologist works with individuals across the lifespan, including children.
Can teenagers see a psychologist?
Yes. Psychology can provide valuable support for teenagers experiencing anxiety, stress, emotional difficulties, school-related challenges, relationship concerns, and other mental health issues.
Can older adults see a psychologist?
Absolutely. Psychology can support older adults with life transitions, grief, mental health concerns, chronic health conditions, and overall wellbeing.
Can I see a psychologist if I have never received mental health support before?
Yes. Many people attend psychology for the first time seeking support, guidance, or personal growth. No prior experience with therapy is required.
How do I know if I should see a psychologist?
If your thoughts, emotions, stress levels, relationships, or mental wellbeing are impacting your quality of life, psychology may be beneficial. You do not need to be experiencing a crisis to benefit from psychological support.
How many psychology sessions will I need?
The number of sessions varies depending on your goals, circumstances, and individual needs. Some people benefit from short-term support, while others engage in therapy over a longer period.
Do your psychologists provide personalised treatment plans?
Yes. Every treatment plan is tailored to the individual and designed around their goals, values, circumstances, and areas of concern.
What therapy approaches does your psychologist use?
Our psychologist integrates a range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Can I see a psychologist and other allied health professionals at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre offers a multidisciplinary approach, allowing clients to access psychology alongside services such as Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, Dietetics, Podiatry, and Continence Care where appropriate.
What makes Belmont Physiotherapy Centre’s psychology service different?
Our psychology service focuses on evidence-based care, personalised treatment, and whole-person wellbeing. As part of a multidisciplinary allied health clinic, clients also benefit from integrated care and the unique understanding that physical and mental health are closely connected.
How do I book a psychology appointment?
You can book a psychology appointment online through our website or by contacting Belmont Physiotherapy Centre directly.
Podiatry FAQs
What does a podiatrist do?
A podiatrist is a healthcare professional who specialises in the assessment, treatment, management, and prevention of foot, ankle, and lower limb conditions.
What conditions can a podiatrist help with?
Our podiatrist can assist with foot pain, heel pain, plantar fasciitis, sports injuries, ingrown toenails, corns, calluses, fungal nails, diabetic foot care, balance concerns, children’s foot conditions, and general foot health.
Can a podiatrist help with foot pain?
Yes. Podiatrists are experts in diagnosing and treating foot pain caused by injuries, overuse, biomechanical issues, arthritis, footwear problems, and many other conditions.
Can a podiatrist help with heel pain?
Absolutely. Heel pain is one of the most common conditions treated by podiatrists and can often be effectively managed through targeted treatment and rehabilitation.
Can a podiatrist help with plantar fasciitis?
Yes. Podiatry treatment for plantar fasciitis may include exercise prescription, footwear advice, orthotics, hands-on treatment, and strategies to reduce strain on the plantar fascia.
Can a podiatrist help with arch pain?
Yes. Arch pain may result from overuse, biomechanical issues, tendon injuries, footwear problems, or underlying conditions. Our podiatrist can assess the cause and develop an appropriate treatment plan.
Can a podiatrist help with ankle pain?
Yes. Podiatrists can assess and manage many causes of ankle pain, including sports injuries, tendon conditions, instability, arthritis, and biomechanical concerns.
Can a podiatrist help with knee pain?
In some cases, yes. Foot posture, biomechanics, footwear, and lower limb alignment can contribute to knee pain. A podiatry assessment may help identify these contributing factors.
Can a podiatrist help with shin splints?
Yes. Podiatrists commonly assess and treat shin splints, particularly in runners and active individuals.
Can a podiatrist help with sports injuries?
Absolutely. Our podiatrist regularly works with active individuals and athletes to assess, treat, and help prevent sporting injuries affecting the feet and lower limbs.
Do you treat running injuries?
Yes. We regularly treat runners experiencing conditions such as shin splints, Achilles pain, plantar fasciitis, stress-related injuries, and running-related foot and ankle pain.
Can a podiatrist help with ingrown toenails?
Yes. Ingrown toenails are a common condition treated by podiatrists. Treatment may include conservative management, nail care, surgery, and advice to help prevent recurrence.
Can a podiatrist help with fungal nails?
Yes. Our podiatrist can assess fungal nail infections and discuss appropriate treatment and management options.
Can a podiatrist help with corns and calluses?
Yes. Podiatrists can safely treat corns and calluses while also identifying and addressing the underlying cause to help prevent them from returning.
Do you provide diabetic foot care?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre offers diabetic foot assessments and ongoing diabetic foot care to help monitor foot health and reduce the risk of complications.
Can a podiatrist help improve balance and reduce falls risk?
Yes. Foot pain, footwear issues, reduced sensation, and lower limb weakness can all affect balance. Podiatry treatment may help improve stability and reduce falls risk.
Do you treat children?
Yes. Our podiatrist works with children of all ages and can assess a wide range of childhood foot, ankle, and lower limb concerns.
Can a podiatrist help children’s foot and walking concerns?
Yes. We commonly assess concerns such as flat feet, toe walking, growing pains, gait abnormalities, sports injuries, and lower limb development.
Do you treat older adults?
Absolutely. Many older adults see a podiatrist for foot pain, balance concerns, nail care, diabetic foot care, footwear advice, and general foot health management.
Do you provide custom orthotics?
Yes. Our podiatrist provides custom orthotics designed to support foot function, reduce pain, improve biomechanics, and assist with a variety of foot and lower limb conditions.
Can a podiatrist assess my footwear?
Yes. Footwear can have a significant impact on comfort, performance, injury risk, and foot health. Our podiatrist can assess your current footwear and provide recommendations where appropriate.
Can a podiatrist help with work-related foot pain?
Yes. Long periods of standing, walking, lifting, or repetitive movements can contribute to foot and lower limb pain. Podiatry treatment may help reduce symptoms and improve comfort at work.
Can a podiatrist help with standing-related foot pain?
Absolutely. Many foot conditions are aggravated by prolonged standing. Our podiatrist can identify contributing factors and develop strategies to help reduce discomfort.
Can I claim podiatry through Medicare?
Yes. Eligible patients may be able to access Medicare rebates for podiatry appointments under a valid Medicare Care Plan referral from their GP.
Can I claim podiatry through private health insurance?
Yes. If your private health insurance policy includes podiatry cover, rebates can generally be processed instantly through HICAPS at the time of your appointment.
Do you accept NDIS participants for podiatry?
Yes. We welcome both self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants for podiatry services.
Do you accept WorkCover patients for podiatry?
Yes. Eligible WorkCover patients may be able to access podiatry services under their approved claim.
Do you accept TAC patients for podiatry?
Yes. Eligible TAC patients may be able to access podiatry services under their approved claim.
What happens during my first podiatry appointment?
Your first appointment typically involves discussing your symptoms, medical history, goals, footwear, and activity levels, followed by a thorough assessment and treatment plan tailored to your needs.
How long are podiatry appointments?
Most podiatry appointments at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre are between 20 and 30 minutes in duration.
Do I need a referral to see a podiatrist?
No. Private patients do not require a referral to see a podiatrist.
Do you provide personalised treatment plans?
Yes. Every treatment plan is tailored to the individual and based on your symptoms, goals, lifestyle, and assessment findings.
Can I see a podiatrist and physiotherapist at the same clinic?
Absolutely. Our multidisciplinary team regularly works together to provide comprehensive care, allowing patients to access podiatry, physiotherapy, exercise physiology, and other allied health services under one roof.
What makes Belmont Physiotherapy Centre’s podiatry service different?
Our podiatry service combines evidence-based treatment, custom orthotics, diabetic foot care, sports injury management, Swift wart treatment, and access to a broader multidisciplinary allied health team. This allows us to provide comprehensive care tailored to each patient’s needs.
How do I book a podiatry appointment?
You can book a podiatry appointment online through our website or by contacting us directly.
Exercise Physiology FAQs
What is an Exercise Physiologist?
An Exercise Physiologist is a university-qualified allied health professional who specialises in using exercise as medicine to help people manage injuries, chronic health conditions, disabilities, and improve overall health and wellbeing.
What is the difference between a Physiotherapist and an Exercise Physiologist?
Physiotherapists often focus on assessing, diagnosing, and treating injuries and pain, while Exercise Physiologists specialise in exercise-based rehabilitation and long-term management of injuries and health conditions. Many patients benefit from seeing both professionals as part of their treatment journey.
What conditions can an Exercise Physiologist help with?
Exercise Physiology can assist with chronic pain, arthritis, diabetes, osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, neurological conditions, obesity, sports injuries, workplace injuries, rehabilitation following surgery, and general health and fitness goals.
Can Exercise Physiology help with chronic pain?
Yes. Exercise is one of the most effective tools for managing many chronic pain conditions. Exercise Physiologists develop safe and personalised programs designed to improve function, strength, mobility, and quality of life.
Can Exercise Physiology help with arthritis?
Absolutely. Exercise Physiology can help improve joint strength, mobility, balance, and physical function while reducing pain and stiffness associated with arthritis.
Can Exercise Physiology help with osteoporosis?
Yes. Strength and weight-bearing exercise can play an important role in maintaining bone health and reducing the risk of falls and fractures.
Can Exercise Physiology help with diabetes?
Yes. Exercise is an important part of diabetes management and can assist with blood glucose control, cardiovascular health, weight management, and overall wellbeing.
Can Exercise Physiology help with weight loss?
Yes. Exercise Physiologists can create personalised exercise programs that support sustainable weight management while improving overall health and fitness.
Can Exercise Physiology help with heart disease?
Yes. Exercise Physiologists commonly work with individuals living with cardiovascular conditions and can provide safe, evidence-based exercise programs tailored to individual needs.
Can Exercise Physiology help with neurological conditions?
Yes. Exercise Physiology may assist individuals living with neurological conditions by improving strength, mobility, balance, function, and confidence.
Can Exercise Physiology help with balance and falls prevention?
Yes. Improving balance, strength, mobility, and confidence is a common focus of Exercise Physiology programs, particularly for older adults.
Can Exercise Physiology help after surgery?
Absolutely. Exercise Physiologists can assist with rehabilitation following a wide range of surgeries, helping patients regain strength, mobility, function, and confidence.
Can Exercise Physiology help with sports injuries?
Yes. Exercise Physiologists regularly assist with injury rehabilitation, return-to-sport programs, injury prevention, and performance improvement.
Can Exercise Physiology help me return to the gym after injury?
Yes. Exercise Physiologists can develop safe, progressive exercise programs to help you confidently return to gym training following injury or surgery.
Do you offer gym-based rehabilitation?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre’s fully equipped Performance Hub allows Exercise Physiologists to deliver personalised gym-based rehabilitation programs in a supportive environment.
Can Exercise Physiologists prescribe exercise programs?
Yes. Personalised exercise prescription is a core part of Exercise Physiology treatment.
Do you provide strength and conditioning programs?
Yes. Exercise Physiology can assist with strength development, athletic performance, injury prevention, and long-term physical conditioning.
Can Exercise Physiology help improve mobility and flexibility?
Yes. Exercise programs can be tailored to improve mobility, flexibility, movement quality, and overall physical function.
Can Exercise Physiology help older adults stay active?
Absolutely. Exercise Physiology can help older adults maintain strength, independence, balance, confidence, and overall quality of life.
Do you treat NDIS participants?
Yes. We welcome both self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants for Exercise Physiology services.
Can Exercise Physiology help people living with disabilities?
Yes. Exercise Physiologists can create individualised exercise programs that support functional goals, participation, independence, and overall wellbeing.
Can Exercise Physiology help with NDIS goals?
Yes. Exercise Physiology can play an important role in helping NDIS participants work towards goals relating to strength, mobility, independence, community participation, physical function, balance, fitness, and overall quality of life. Programs are tailored to each participant’s individual goals and support needs.
Can I access Exercise Physiology through Medicare?
Yes. Eligible patients may be able to access Exercise Physiology services under a Medicare Care Plan referral from their GP.
Do you bulk bill Medicare Exercise Physiology appointments?
Yes. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre can bulk bill eligible Exercise Physiology appointments under Medicare Care Plans.
Can I claim Exercise Physiology through private health insurance?
Yes. If your private health insurance policy includes Exercise Physiology cover, rebates can generally be processed instantly through HICAPS.
Do you accept WorkCover and TAC patients?
Yes. Exercise Physiology services may be available for eligible WorkCover and TAC patients as part of their rehabilitation and recovery.
What happens during my first Exercise Physiology appointment?
Your first appointment typically involves discussing your health history, goals, current activity levels, injuries or conditions, and completing an assessment to help develop a personalised exercise program.
How long are Exercise Physiology appointments?
Initial Exercise Physiology appointments are typically 60 minutes in duration, allowing time for a comprehensive assessment, discussion of your goals, and development of a personalised exercise program. Follow-up review appointments are generally 30 minutes and focus on progressing your program, monitoring outcomes, and supporting your ongoing rehabilitation or health goals.
Do I need a referral to see an Exercise Physiologist?
No. Private patients do not require a referral to see an Exercise Physiologist.
Do you provide personalised exercise programs?
Absolutely. Every exercise program is tailored to the individual’s goals, health conditions, fitness level, and lifestyle.
Can I see an Exercise Physiologist and Physiotherapist at the same clinic?
Yes. Our Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists regularly work together to provide comprehensive rehabilitation and injury management.
What makes Belmont Physiotherapy Centre’s Exercise Physiology service different?
Belmont Physiotherapy Centre combines experienced Exercise Physiologists, a fully equipped rehabilitation gym, and a multidisciplinary allied health team. This allows us to provide comprehensive exercise-based care for injury rehabilitation, chronic disease management, disability support, and long-term health outcomes.
How do I book an Exercise Physiology appointment?
You can book an Exercise Physiology appointment online through our website or by contacting Belmont Physiotherapy Centre directly.
Dietetics FAQs
What does a dietitian do?
A dietitian is a qualified allied health professional who provides evidence-based nutrition advice to help individuals improve their health, manage medical conditions, optimise performance, and achieve their nutrition goals.
What is the difference between a dietitian and a nutritionist?
All Accredited Practising Dietitians are nutrition experts, however not all nutritionists are qualified dietitians. Dietitians are university-trained healthcare professionals who can provide medical nutrition therapy and work with a wide range of health conditions.
What conditions can a dietitian help with?
Our dietitian can assist with weight management, diabetes, digestive disorders, IBS, food intolerances, coeliac disease, heart health, sports nutrition, healthy eating, gut health, chronic disease management, and general wellbeing.
Can a dietitian help with weight loss?
Yes. Our dietitian can help you develop realistic, sustainable eating habits that support long-term weight management without restrictive dieting.
Can a dietitian help with weight gain?
Absolutely. Whether your goal is healthy weight gain, improving nutritional intake, or increasing muscle mass, a dietitian can develop a personalised plan to help you achieve your goals.
Can a dietitian help with healthy eating?
Yes. Dietitians can provide practical nutrition advice tailored to your lifestyle, preferences, goals, and health needs.
Can a dietitian help with meal planning?
Yes. Personalised meal planning can help simplify healthy eating, improve nutrition, and support a range of health and performance goals.
Can a dietitian help with diabetes?
Yes. Dietitians play an important role in diabetes management by helping individuals understand how food affects blood glucose levels and developing practical nutrition strategies.
Can a dietitian help with high cholesterol?
Yes. Dietary changes can have a significant impact on cholesterol levels. Our dietitian can provide personalised recommendations to support heart health and reduce cardiovascular risk factors.
Can a dietitian help with high blood pressure?
Yes. Nutrition is an important part of blood pressure management, and dietary changes may help support healthier blood pressure levels.
Can a dietitian help with digestive issues?
Absolutely. Dietitians commonly work with individuals experiencing digestive symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhoea, reflux, and other gastrointestinal concerns.
Can a dietitian help with IBS?
Yes. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common conditions managed by dietitians. Dietary strategies can often play a significant role in improving symptoms and quality of life.
What is the Low FODMAP Diet?
The Low FODMAP Diet is an evidence-based dietary approach designed to help identify foods that may trigger digestive symptoms in people with IBS and other gastrointestinal conditions.
Do you offer Low FODMAP dietary support?
Yes. One of our dietitians, Lyndal Bayles, is Monash FODMAP Accredited and can provide personalised support through the Low FODMAP process, helping you identify triggers while maintaining a balanced and nutritious diet.
Can a dietitian help with food intolerances?
Yes. Dietitians can help identify potential food triggers, manage food intolerances, and ensure nutritional needs continue to be met when dietary restrictions are required.
Can a dietitian help with coeliac disease?
Yes. Dietitians play an important role in helping individuals manage coeliac disease through education, gluten-free dietary planning, and long-term nutritional support.
Can a dietitian help with gut health?
Yes. Dietitians can provide evidence-based advice to support gut health, digestive function, and overall wellbeing.
Can a dietitian help with sports nutrition?
Yes. Sports nutrition advice can help athletes and active individuals optimise performance, recovery, hydration, and training outcomes.
Can a dietitian help improve athletic performance?
Absolutely. Nutrition plays a key role in performance, recovery, endurance, strength development, and overall athletic success.
Can a dietitian help build muscle?
Yes. Our dietitian can develop nutrition strategies to support muscle growth, strength development, training performance, and recovery.
Can a dietitian help with energy levels and fatigue?
Yes. Nutrition can influence energy levels, recovery, sleep quality, and overall wellbeing. A dietitian can help identify nutritional factors that may be contributing to fatigue.
Can a dietitian help older adults?
Absolutely. Dietitians can support healthy ageing, bone health, chronic disease management, weight maintenance, and nutritional wellbeing in older adults.
Can a dietitian help children and teenagers?
Yes. Our dietitian works with people across the lifespan, including babies, children, teenagers, adults, and older adults.
Do you offer dietetics services through telehealth?
Yes. Telehealth appointments are available, allowing patients to access dietetic services from the comfort of their own home.
Do you provide personalised nutrition plans?
Yes. Every nutrition plan is tailored to the individual’s goals, lifestyle, medical history, food preferences, and health needs.
Can I see a dietitian under Medicare?
Yes. Eligible patients may be able to access dietetic services under a Medicare Care Plan referral from their GP.
Can I claim dietetics through private health insurance?
Yes. If your private health insurance policy includes dietetics cover, rebates can generally be processed instantly through HICAPS.
Do you accept NDIS participants for dietetics?
Yes. We welcome both self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants for dietetic services.
What happens during my first dietetics appointment?
Your first appointment typically involves discussing your health history, dietary habits, goals, medical conditions, lifestyle, and any concerns you may have. Your dietitian will then develop a personalised plan tailored to your needs.
How long are dietetics appointments?
Initial dietetics appointments are typically 60 minutes in duration, while review appointments are generally 30 minutes.
Do I need a referral to see a dietitian?
No. Private patients do not require a referral to see a dietitian.
Can I see a dietitian and other allied health professionals at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre?
Absolutely. Our multidisciplinary team regularly works together to support patients across a range of health concerns, allowing you to access coordinated care under one roof.
What makes Belmont Physiotherapy Centre’s dietetics service different?
Our dietetics service combines evidence-based nutrition advice, personalised care, and access to a multidisciplinary allied health team. With two experienced dietitians, we are able to support a wide range of nutrition and health goals, including weight management, chronic disease management, sports nutrition, digestive health, and healthy ageing. We also offer access to a Monash FODMAP Accredited dietitian, providing specialised expertise in IBS management and gastrointestinal health.
How do I book a dietetics appointment?
You can book a dietetics appointment online through our website or by contacting Belmont Physiotherapy Centre directly.
Continence Nursing FAQs
Continence Nursing FAQs
What is a Continence Nurse?
A Continence Nurse is a healthcare professional with specialised training in assessing and managing bladder, bowel, and continence concerns. They provide education, support, treatment recommendations, and practical strategies to improve quality of life.
What conditions can a Continence Nurse help with?
A Continence Nurse can assist with bladder leakage, urinary incontinence, bowel incontinence, urgency, frequency, constipation, toilet training concerns, toileting difficulties, pelvic floor concerns, and continence product advice.
What is continence care?
Continence care focuses on assessing, managing, and supporting individuals experiencing bladder or bowel concerns. The goal is to improve confidence, independence, comfort, and quality of life.
Can a Continence Nurse help with bladder leakage?
Yes. Bladder leakage is one of the most common reasons people seek continence support. A Continence Nurse can help identify contributing factors and provide strategies to improve bladder control.
Can a Continence Nurse help with urinary incontinence?
Yes. Continence Nurses regularly support people experiencing urinary incontinence, including stress incontinence, urge incontinence, and mixed incontinence.
Can a Continence Nurse help with bowel incontinence?
Yes. Continence Nurses can assess bowel-related concerns and provide education, management strategies, and referrals where appropriate.
Can a Continence Nurse help with constipation?
Yes. Continence Nurses can provide advice and support regarding bowel health, constipation management, toileting habits, and bowel routines.
Can a Continence Nurse help with overactive bladder symptoms?
Yes. Symptoms such as urgency, frequent urination, and overactive bladder concerns may be improved through assessment, education, and management strategies.
Can a Continence Nurse help with pelvic floor concerns?
Yes. Continence Nurses can assess continence-related pelvic floor concerns and work alongside other healthcare providers where appropriate.
Can a Continence Nurse help after surgery?
Yes. Continence support may be beneficial following certain surgeries, particularly where bladder, bowel, pelvic floor, or mobility concerns are present.
Can a Continence Nurse help older adults?
Absolutely. Continence concerns are common among older adults, and support can help improve comfort, independence, confidence, and quality of life.
Can a Continence Nurse help NDIS participants?
Yes. We welcome both self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants for continence nursing services.
Can a Continence Nurse provide continence assessments for NDIS participants?
Yes. Continence assessments may help identify support needs, management strategies, equipment requirements, and recommendations relevant to NDIS goals and funding.
Can a Continence Nurse help with continence aids and products?
Yes. Our Continence Nurses can provide guidance on continence products, aids, equipment, and management options that may best suit your needs.
Can a Continence Nurse assist with NDIS continence funding?
Yes. Continence assessments and recommendations may assist participants in understanding their continence-related support needs and equipment requirements.
Do you provide continence care for children?
Yes. We provide support for children experiencing toileting difficulties, continence concerns, bowel and bladder issues, and toilet training challenges.
Can a Continence Nurse help with toilet training?
Yes. Continence Nurses can provide guidance and support for families navigating toilet training and toileting challenges.
Can a Continence Nurse help with toilet refusal or toilet avoidance?
Yes. Continence Nurses can help identify contributing factors and provide practical strategies to support children experiencing toilet refusal or avoidance.
Can a Continence Nurse help with bedwetting?
Yes. Continence Nurses can provide advice, assessment, and management strategies for children experiencing bedwetting and related continence concerns.
Can a Continence Nurse help with bowel and bladder concerns in children?
Yes. We support children experiencing a range of bowel and bladder concerns, including constipation, soiling, daytime accidents, bedwetting, and toilet training difficulties.
Do you offer telehealth continence appointments?
Yes. Telehealth appointments are available for many continence nursing consultations.
Do I need a referral to see a Continence Nurse?
No. Private patients do not require a referral to book a continence nursing appointment.
What happens during my first continence appointment?
Your first appointment typically involves discussing your concerns, medical history, lifestyle, goals, bladder and bowel habits, and any previous treatments. Your Continence Nurse will then develop an individualised management plan.
How long are continence nursing appointments?
Continence nursing appointments are typically 60 minutes in duration. This allows time for a comprehensive assessment, discussion of your concerns and goals, education, and the development of a personalised continence management plan.
Do you currently have a waitlist for continence nursing appointments?
No. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre currently has immediate appointment availability for continence nursing services, with no waitlist for new patients.
Are continence nursing appointments confidential?
Absolutely. Continence concerns can feel sensitive and personal, which is why all continence nursing appointments are conducted in a private, respectful, and confidential environment. Our nurses are committed to providing compassionate care and helping patients feel comfortable discussing their concerns.
Do you provide personalised continence management plans?
Absolutely. Every continence management plan is tailored to the individual’s symptoms, goals, lifestyle, and support needs.
Can I see a Continence Nurse and other allied health professionals at Belmont Physiotherapy Centre?
Yes. Our multidisciplinary team allows patients to access coordinated care across Physiotherapy, Dietetics, Psychology, Exercise Physiology, and other allied health services where appropriate.
What makes Belmont Physiotherapy Centre’s continence nursing service different?
Our continence nursing service provides compassionate, confidential, and practical support for both adults and children experiencing bladder and bowel concerns. We offer continence assessments, toileting support, continence aid guidance, toilet training assistance, and NDIS continence services.
As part of a multidisciplinary allied health clinic, patients have access to coordinated care with Physiotherapy, Dietetics, Psychology, Exercise Physiology, and other allied health professionals under one roof. We also currently have immediate appointment availability with no waitlist, allowing patients to access support when they need it most.
How do I book a continence nursing appointment?
You can book a continence nursing appointment online through our website or by contacting Belmont Physiotherapy Centre directly.
Do you currently have a waitlist for continence nursing appointments?
No. Belmont Physiotherapy Centre currently has immediate appointment availability for continence nursing services, with no waitlist for new patients.