Clinical Rehab / Pilates classes

Clinical rehab (Clinical pilates)
- Clinical rehabilitation is a unique form of exercise incorporating the Pilates method, strength & conditioning principles and Physiotherapy expertise.
- We offer one on one services as well as group sessions with a maximum of four participants. All sessions are guided and supervised by a Physiotherapist.
- Exercises will utilise a combination of the equipment we have in our clinics, from the Pilates reformer and trapeze table to simple gym equipment.
- Clinical Rehabilitation programs are individually tailored depending on your needs, goals and current level of function and cater to a wide range of presentations, from post-operative rehabilitation to sport specific strength & conditioning.
- Clinical rehabilitation provides a safe environment to exercise after injury and will progress as you regain your strength and confidence.
- Private health insurance rebate available.

Clinical exercise classes (Floor pilates)
- Clinical Exercise Classes is a group exercise session led by a Physiotherapist & Clinical Pilates instructor that is completed on a yoga mat. It utilises equipment such as the Pilates circle, resistance bands and weighted items.
- Clinical Exercise Classes are performed in a controlled and precise manner that target the muscles of the pelvis, trunk, abdomen, scapula and neck. The main fitness goals include improved flexibility, postural awareness and control, increased muscle tone, reduced injury risk, as well as being a great way to recover from pregnancy and injury.
- The exercises have a series of levels so Clinical Exercise Classes can accommodate the complete novice to the advanced participant within the same session.
- Clinical Exercise Classes provide a safe exercise environment in a group setting.

Water exercise (Hydrotherapy)
- Hydrotherapy is water based exercise has been around for centuries dating back to the ancient Greeks. Today it is run by our Physiotherapists to aid in the rehabilitation and management of injuries and pain.
- Hydrotherapy uses the buoyancy properties of water and the therapeutic effects of beat to provide a comfortable yet challenging environment to exercise in.
- Hydrotherapy has been shown to provide benefit in reducing pain and improve function and independence, improve joint mobility, strength and balance.
- Hydrotherapy has assist anyone with any musculoskeletal injury. It’s is helpful for post surgical rehab, fractures, joint replacements, rheumatic conditions, chronic back pain. It can be particularly helpful when multiple injuries have occurred such as rehab following motor vehicle accidents or workplace injuries and improve general fitness.
- Our Physiotherapists will tailor and progress your hydrotherapy exercise program to your needs and goals.

Online Pilates Class
- Our online pilates classes allow us to continue to work with you to help you meet your health and wellness needs and to keep your body moving during these challenging times.
- Our online classes are run by Physiotherapists with extensive experience in clinical rehabilitation and pilates, to suit people of all skill levels of pilates experience.
- Classes are 45 minutes in duration and have a maximum of 8 participants to ensure we can tailor exercises to meet everyone’s needs.
- All classes are run via zoom and can be done from your comfort of your home.
- Equipment required includes a mat, chair, stick (broomstick or umbrella). Optional are theraband, spikey ball and roller.
Appointments are available through the following locations.
- Altona North
- 03 9088 8485
- Altona Meadows
- 03 9360 9744
- Ascot Vale
- 03 9372 8155
- Hoppers Crossing
- 03 9369 4999
- Point Cook
- 03 93953499
- Port Melbourne
- 03 9645 2183
- Taylors Lakes
- 03 9390 8488
- Werribee
- 03 8780 9184
- Williamstown
- 03 9989 2444
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Injury information
Symmetry Physio has put together information about the most common injuries, what causes them, and how to prevent them.
