Patient Information
We look forward to working with you at Kin Physio.
Here are all the details you need about fees, our different appointment types, commonly asked questions etc so you feel comfortable and ready to start pelvic health physio.
Appointment Types
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For appointments related to pelvic floor conditions & birth preparation (includes pelvic floor assessment).
Allow up to 60 minutes.
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For appointments related to pelvic floor conditions including pre and post-prostatectomy, pelvic pain, Peyronie’s disease.
Allow up to 60 minutes.
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For any muscle aches and pains that arise during pregnancy and postpartum, including pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain and DeQuervain’s tenosynovitis.
This appointment does not include a pelvic floor assessment. If you are after birth preparation please book an initial pelvic floor.
Allow up to 45 minutes.
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For initial appointments related to management of mastitis and blocked ducts.
Allow up to 45 minutes.
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For returning clients after birth.
Please allow up to 60 minutes.
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For follow up appointments to the above.
Please allow up to 45 minutes.
Fees
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Initial Pelvic Floor: $220
Initial Male Pelvic Floor :$220
Initial Pregnancy Musculoskeletal: $180
Initial Mastitis $149
Postpartum Assessment: $220
Standard Review: $149
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Initial Pelvic Floor: $235
Postpartum Assessment: $235
Initial Mastitis: $165
Standard Review: $165
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Please let us know as soon as possible if you are unable to attend your appointment. We would also ask that you contact us by 3pm the day prior. We may apply a cancellation fee of 50% if you provide us with less notice for cancellation or change of appointment.
Please note that home visits are only available to our pregnant and postnatal clients.
What to expect at your initial appointment
Your physiotherapist will take a detailed history. Depending on the nature of your concern this will likely involve questions about your bladder, bowels, sexual function, medical history etc.
Please know that there is no such thing as too much information, feel free to share whatever is bothering you!
A vaginal or rectal assessment may be offered to provide feedback about your pelvic floor.
If you come to see us for pelvic pain and are worried about an internal assessment we don’t have to do an internal assessment. We have been able to make plenty of progress with our clients starting this way. We may offer an internal in the future but it will always be your choice.
After your initial appointment expect a detailed email regarding any education and treatment plan.
FAQ
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Below are the suburbs that we service. If your suburb is not listed please contact us to see if you can be reviewed. A call out fee may be involved if your suburb is not listed.
Anglesea
Armstrong Creek
Barwon Heads
Belmont
Bellbrae
Bell Park
Bells Beach
Bell Post Hill
Charlemont
East Geelong
Freshwater Creek
Drumcondra
Fyansford
Highton
Herne Hill
Geelong
Geelong West
Grovedale
Jan Juc
Leopold
Marshall
Manifold Heights
Mount Duneed
North Geelong
Newtown
Ocean Grove
South Geelong
Rippleside
Thomson
Torquay
Wandana Heights
Waurn Ponds
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No. In Australia physiotherapists are first line practitioners which means a referral isn’t required.
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Of course. The purpose of Kin Physiotherapy is to make life easier for you!
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Your physiotherapist will provide all necessary equipment for your session. However, due to current infection control measures we would ask that you provide a towel if an internal assessment is required.
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Yes, we have a mobile HICAPS machine which means we can process the majority of private health insurance providers on the spot. What rebate you are eligible for will depend on your level of cover.
Please note there are some health funds that do not allow for mobile claiming. In which case we would ask you to pay in full and claim back through your insurance.
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A postnatal check is usually suggested at the six to eight week mark as a vaginal assessment is not likely be offered prior to this time. If you do however have any aches, pains or other issues before the six week mark please do not hesitate to contact us.
If you are beyond the six week time frame it is never too late to book in for a check!
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We understand that surgery is sometimes needed for symptom relief. As physiotherapists we can provide you with exercises to ensure your pelvic floor is as strong as possible prior to surgery. This is the same as any other muscle group in the body.
Working alongside your urogynaecologist/gynaecologist/colorectal surgeon we can also provide you with education and advice to make you feel more comfortable following surgery and guide return to activity.
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We sure do!
You can purchase an in home or in clinic postnatal check for a new mum.
If you feel like being the most thoughtful person ever, contact us on info@kinphysio.com.au to organise this for a loved one.
