Services
Vestibular Rehab
Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) is an exercise-based treatment program designed to promote vestibular adaptation and substitution.
The goals of VRT are to:
- enhance gaze stability
- enhance postural stability
- improve vertigo
- improve activities of daily living
Neurological Rehab
Neurological Rehabilitation is an element of rehabilitation focused on optimising movement and function of individual joints , muscles and the body as a whole. It deals with impairment of the central, peripheral and autonomic nervous systems and all effector tissue. This includes the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves and muscles.
Many conditions occur suddenly such as
- Stroke
- Spinal cord injury
- Concussion
- Traumatic brain injury
- Guillian-Barre Syndrome
- Post excision of brain tumour
While some become progressively worse over time
- Multiple Scierosis
- Motor Neuron Disease
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Parkinson’s Disease
- Charcot-Marie Tooth Disease
- Brain Tumour
- Cerebellar Disease
How can we help?
Each neurological condition presents with a unique combination of symptoms which allow and prevent a vast range of functional abilities. We work with you by discussing your goals, what you want to get out of physiotherapy then provide you with exercises, tasks, advice and assist in equipment presctiption to help you reach your full potential.
Many people under the age of 65 can also access these supports through the NDIS.
Click here to complete the referral form.
If you have any other queries, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Pre-operative
If you are awaiting surgery, most surgeon’s advise you see a physiotherapist prior. This is to get your body into the most ideal condition to speed up recovery post-op.
Pre-operative assessments help you to learn exercises that you will perform after surgery, optimise strength and range of motion and discuss your needs post-op including post-op physio and equipment.
How can we help?
Each neurological condition presents with a unique combination of symptoms which allow and prevent a vast range of functional abilities. We work with you by discussing your goals, what you want to get out of physiotherapy then provide you with exercises, tasks, advice and assist in equipment presctiption to help you reach your full potential. Many people under the age of 65 can also access these supports through the NDIS. Click here to complete the referral form. If you have any other queries, don’t hesitate to get in touch.Post-operative
Compass Rehab pyhsio’s work with many surgeon’s in many specialities to help patients fully recover and get back to their desired level of mobility and function.
Common surgeries requiring physiotherapy include:
Orthopaedic
- Knee/hip replacements
- Ligament/mensical repair/ reconstruction
- Tendon repairs
- Roator cuff repairs
- Shoulder replacement
- Spinal surgeries
Cancer
- Radical prostactetomy
- Mastectomy
GLA:D
GLA:D program for hip and knee arthritis – What is it?
The GLA:D® program (Good Life with Arthritis: Denmark) is an education and exercise program developed by researchers in Denmark for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis (OA) symptoms. OA is the most common lifestyle condition affecting individuals 65 year of age and older, but can also affect those as young as 30. Current national and international clinical guidelines recommend patient education, exercise and weight loss as first line treatment for osteoarthritis. In Australia however, treatment usually focuses on surgery and the GLA:D Australia program offers a better and safer alternative.Background of the GLA:D program
Research from the GLA:D® Denmark found that patient reported symptoms reduced by 32% after partaking in the program. Other favourable outcomes included less pain, reduced use of pain killers, and less sick leave or absenteeism. GLA:D® participants also reported high levels of satisfaction with the program and increased their levels of physical activity 12 months after starting the program. Similar results have also occurred via the GLA:D Canada Program. This program is unique in that the education and exercises provided can be applied to everyday activities. By strengthening and correcting daily movement patterns, participants will train their bodies to move efficiently, prevent symptom progression and reduce their pain.What does GLA:D involve?
The GLA:D program is an eight week intervention and includes education and exercise, based on the latest evidence in osteoarthritis research. The program is supervised by a certified GLA:D physiotherapist, with the aim to help patients manage their OA symptoms. GLA:D® Australia training consists of:- An initial appointment with a GLA:D certified physiotherapist explaining the program and collecting data on baseline functional ability
- Two education sessions where you will learn about OA, how the GLA:D intervention improves joint stability and can reduce symptoms, and ongoing management following the program
- Group neuromuscular training sessions which occur twice a week for six weeks to improve muscle control of the joint.
GLA:D® Australia is being unveiled in private and public hospitals and physiotherapy clinics.
Can I participate in GLA:D Australia ?
GLA:D® Australia is a program for all individuals who experience any hip and/or knee osteoarthritis symptoms, regardless of severity or x-ray reports. You may participate in the GLA:D® Australia program if you have a hip or knee joint problem that resulted in visiting a health care provider. You may not be eligible to participate in the GLA:D® Australia program if you have- Other sources of knee pain including; tumor, inflammatory joint disease, result of hip fracture, soft tissue or connective tissue problems
- Inflammatory conditions that are more pronounced than osteoarthritis problems (for example chronic generalized pain or fibromyalgia)
- are not able to understand english If you have queries in regards to the eligibility criteria please feel free to contact us.
GLA:D
GLA:D program for hip and knee arthritis – What is it?
The GLA:D® program (Good Life with Arthritis: Denmark) is an education and exercise program developed by researchers in Denmark for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis (OA) symptoms. OA is the most common lifestyle condition affecting individuals 65 year of age and older, but can also affect those as young as 30. Current national and international clinical guidelines recommend patient education, exercise and weight loss as first line treatment for osteoarthritis. In Australia however, treatment usually focuses on surgery and the GLA:D Australia program offers a better and safer alternative. Background of the GLA:D program
Research from the GLA:D® Denmark found that patient reported symptoms reduced by 32% after partaking in the program. Other favourable outcomes included less pain, reduced use of pain killers, and less sick leave or absenteeism. GLA:D® participants also reported high levels of satisfaction with the program and increased their levels of physical activity 12 months after starting the program. Similar results have also occurred via the GLA:D Canada Program. This program is unique in that the education and exercises provided can be applied to everyday activities. By strengthening and correcting daily movement patterns, participants will train their bodies to move efficiently, prevent symptom progression and reduce their pain. What does GLA:D involve?
The GLA:D program is an eight week intervention and includes education and exercise, based on the latest evidence in osteoarthritis research. The program is supervised by a certified GLA:D physiotherapist, with the aim to help patients manage their OA symptoms. GLA:D® Australia training consists of:- An initial appointment with a GLA:D certified physiotherapist explaining the program and collecting data on baseline functional ability
- Two education sessions where you will learn about OA, how the GLA:D intervention improves joint stability and can reduce symptoms, and ongoing management following the program
- Group neuromuscular training sessions which occur twice a week for six weeks to improve muscle control of the joint.
GLA:D® Australia is being unveiled in private and public hospitals and physiotherapy clinics.
Can I participate in GLA:D Australia ?
GLA:D® Australia is a program for all individuals who experience any hip and/or knee osteoarthritis symptoms, regardless of severity or x-ray reports. You may participate in the GLA:D® Australia program if you have a hip or knee joint problem that resulted in visiting a health care provider. You may not be eligible to participate in the GLA:D® Australia program if you have- Other sources of knee pain including; tumor, inflammatory joint disease, result of hip fracture, soft tissue or connective tissue problems
- Inflammatory conditions that are more pronounced than osteoarthritis problems (for example chronic generalized pain or fibromyalgia)
- are not able to understand english If you have queries in regards to the eligibility criteria please feel free to contact us.