SPORTS & SPINAL HERVEY BAY

dietitian services

Hervey Bay

9/13 Medical PlUrraween QLD 4655

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Bayside Physiotherapy team have joined the Sports & Spinal family to continue to provide the Highest Quality Patient Care.
We are located on the beautiful Fraser Coast in Urraween,
conveniently located near  Kawungan, Scarness, Pialba, Dundowran, Torquay, Urangan, Eli Waters, Point Vernon, Wondunna and Nikenbah.

Accredited Practising Dietitians (APD’s) are experts in food and nutrition. Qualification requires a minimum four-year tertiary degree and certification by Dietitians Australia. Dietitians use evidence-based research and their thorough understanding of human metabolism to help clients navigate their nutrition needs.

With the endless supply of online nutrition information, it can be challenging to determine which diet is best for you. Dietitians offer individualised advice and can help translate the latest evidence into practical steps to guide you in the right direction toward better health.

Bayside Physiotherapy/ Hervey Bay Sports & Spinal is NDIS registered and accepts Medicare rebates and HICAPS health fund claims. EFTPOS and credit card facilities are also available for payment. 

HOW WE CAN HELP

 Introduction & Goal Setting
The first session is designed to learn more about you, your lifestyle, and what you want to achieve. Our dietitians will work with you to set clear, measurable goals to help determine the best possible treatment plan to get results.

Education
Our dietitians will give you the knowledge and understanding to take charge of your health. They can explain the link between dietary patterns and health outcomes and allow you the confidence to make changes now and in the future.

Plan
At the end of the consult, you will receive specific dietary strategies to help get you started toward your goal. Recommended time frames for reviews vary between fortnightly and monthly consults. A minimum of 2-3 review consults are often required to ensure you receive the opportunity to explore any challenges and adjust the plan as needed. Our dietitians strive to ensure you feel supported and confident throughout your journey.

Are you stuck in the ‘dieting cycle’? Are you constantly switching between phases of weight gain, weight loss, and simply getting nowhere?
Our dietitians take the time to understand your situation – your goals, lifestyle, social and medical history to tailor advice to suit you. Our dietitians can help you to develop the knowledge and skills to improve your relationship with food, achieve a balanced lifestyle and empower you with the confidence to be your best, healthiest self.

Dietitians can provide education on the role of nutrition in managing diabetes and blood glucose levels. We take a holistic approach, taking into consideration different medications, physical activity, and lifestyle choices to provide you with the best treatment plan for your situation.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) refers to a collection of symptoms including diarrhoea and/or constipation as well as accompanying symptoms such as bloating and abdominal pain. The cause of IBS is not really known, but a number of factors appear to worsen symptoms. These can include some of the foods we eat, stress or an infection.

Whether you have a diagnosed food allergy or suspected food intolerance such as IBS, you may need to reduce or eliminate certain foods from your diet. Food intolerances can be particularly debilitating as the exact cause is often unclear and can often lead to overly restricted diets in fear of experiencing a flare-up. If you suspect you may have a food intolerance, a dietitian will conduct a detailed assessment of your medical history, diet and lifestyle to determine the likely cause of your symptoms. You will then be provided with the knowledge and personalised resources to confidently manage your health independently.

Diet plays a big role in managing IBS as we can modify the diet to identify any “trigger” foods that may make IBS symptoms worse. This process is called the FODMAP diet. Our dietitians have a particular interest in the FODMAP diet and would love to help you to minimise your IBS symptoms to limit the impact they are having on your life! We also ensure that you are eating a healthy variety of foods and not missing out on any important nutrients.

The presence of 3 or more metabolic risk factors increases your risk of developing heart disease, diabetes and stroke. Risk factors include high cholesterol, low HDL cholesterol, high triglycerides, high blood glucose and high blood pressure. While certain conditions are inherited, diet and lifestyle plays are major role in the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease.

Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis, Diverticulitis are characterised by intermittent flare-ups of abdominal pain, bloating, gas and diarrhoea. Over time, this can result in nutrient deficiencies as inflammation can block the absorption of essential nutrients in the intestine. While the cause of these conditions is still not well understood, dietitians can provide the latest evidence-based strategies to manage your flare-ups and support you in maintaining a healthy balanced diet.

Whether you’re looking to reduce your meat intake or go completely vegan, dietitians can help you navigate the expanding world of meat and dairy alternatives to ensure you are receiving the necessary nutrients on a plant-based diet.

If you or someone you love is experiencing an eating disorder, you can understand just how isolating and overwhelming it can be to live with this condition as it impacts many areas of a person’s life. Eating disorders are a complex mental illness but with the right treatment and support, full recovery is possible. Our dietitians can support you no matter what stage you are on your journey, whether you’re looking to learn more about your condition, explore your food fears and anxieties or are ready to set actionable goals toward regular eating.
Disordered eating on any level can often go unnoticed and be accepted as a normal part of today’s ‘diet culture’. There’s a common misconception that to have an eating disorder, you have to be extremely underweight, which is absolutely not true. Disordered eating can be present regardless of body shape, size, age or gender. If you ever experience a loss of control around food, engage in secretive or binge eating or struggle with poor body image, a dietitian can help you understand how these behaviours develop and work with you to build your confidence and improve your relationship with food.

Bariatric surgery is an effective tool to promote weight loss by reducing the size of your stomach capacity. It is essential that you receive the support of an experienced bariatric dietitian during your pre and post-surgery journey to ensure you are able to meet nutrient requirements. Our dietitians understand the different challenges you may face along the way and can help you to develop sustainable healthy eating habits long term.

Sports Dietitians provide individualised advice for athletes with various training intensities. Whether you’re looking to change body composition, run your first 10km or compete at a high-level sport, proper nutrition is an essential part of optimal performance. Sports Dietitians can provide advice on pre and post comp nutrition and recovery, hydration, supplementation and develop personalised meal plans.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Upon making your initial appointment, you will receive an email including a 3x day food diary. This will be helpful information for your dietitian if completed ahead of time, along with any recent blood test results or relevant medical procedures. If applicable, our admin team may require your private healthcare card or GP referral.

This will vary depending on your goals and the level of support you would like. A minimum of 2-3x review consults are recommended to cover the necessary education and tailoring of treatment plans. Certain conditions, such as IBS management and body composition goals, often require longer-term support.

Initial consults are 45 minutes to 1 hour; review consults are 30 minutes.

A meal plan is like receiving the answers to a test; it may be helpful in the short-term but doesn’t teach you how to maintain healthy eating behaviours for life. Personalised meal plans may be combined with nutrition education to help you understand the ‘why’ behind recommended food choices.

You can select a telehealth appointment on the online booking or request telehealth with our admin team. You will receive an email with instruction and link to video call. Our dietitian will provide a consult summary and any additional information via email.

You’re welcome to contact your dietitian via email with any questions.

Depending on your cover, you may be eligible for a rebate.

In Australia, nutritionists aren’t regulated and may have limited qualifications. Dietitians require a minimum of 4 years of tertiary study at an Australian university and are credentialed by the governing body Dietitian’s Australia. Dietitians must continue training and education throughout their careers to maintain APD status.

services & FACILITIES

  • On-Site Parking (5 spaces)
  • Street Parking
  • Gym & Pilates Equipment
  • NDIS Registered
  • Medicare Rebates
  • HICAPS Health Fund Claims

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This was our first conference held in collaboration with Travis Schultz & Partners and what a success it was! The day was filled with collaborative discussions between over 200 delegates who were all active participants in the day.

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Thank you again to our incredible conference supporters Sunshine Neurosurgery, Alpha Sport, Balance Orthopaedics, Orthopaedics Queensland, Sunshine Coast Orthopaedic Group, Resolve Pain and Pain Rehab.

And thank you to our presenters, panel members and delegates for your contribution and incredible insight throughout the day.

Bring on the 2025 Conference💪

The Annual Behind The Clinic Door - 2024 Conference 🎉

Held at Noosa Peppers, Our 2024 Annual Conference was one to remember.

This was our first conference held in collaboration with Travis Schultz & Partners and what a success it was! The day was filled with collaborative discussions between over 200 delegates who were all active participants in the day.

We welcomed General Practitioners, lawyers, Allied Health Practitioners including physiotherapists, podiatrists, occupational therapists and exercise physiologists and Medical Specialists including Orthopaedic Specialists, Psychologists, Neurologists, Rheumatologists, Sport and Exercise Physicians, Neuropsychologist and Pain Specialists.

Thank you again to our incredible conference supporters Sunshine Neurosurgery, Alpha Sport, Balance Orthopaedics, Orthopaedics Queensland, Sunshine Coast Orthopaedic Group, Resolve Pain and Pain Rehab.

And thank you to our presenters, panel members and delegates for your contribution and incredible insight throughout the day.

Bring on the 2025 Conference💪
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Wanting to learn more? Head to our bio to gain access to a heap of helpful resources provided by Jean Hailes. Or get in touch with our dedicated Women's Health team.

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The campaign is centred around empowering women to use their voice and enable all women to have the choice to engage in their health and wellbeing in a way that suits them.

Wanting to learn more? Head to our bio to gain access to a heap of helpful resources provided by Jean Hailes. Or get in touch with our dedicated Women`s Health team.
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Thank you to everyone involved for your dedication and hard work, it truely represented an amazing weekend of content, networking and collaboration. 

A HUGE thank you to Dr Rob Park, Conference Sponsors, Panellists, Delegates and of course  @travis_schultz_partners for all your contributions to our inaugural conference in collaboration with TSP.

We are already looking forward to next year! 💙

#behindtheclinicdoorconference #multidisciplinary

Behind The Clinic Door all wrapped up! 🎉

Thank you to everyone involved for your dedication and hard work, it truely represented an amazing weekend of content, networking and collaboration.

A HUGE thank you to Dr Rob Park, Conference Sponsors, Panellists, Delegates and of course @travis_schultz_partners for all your contributions to our inaugural conference in collaboration with TSP.

We are already looking forward to next year! 💙

#behindtheclinicdoorconference #multidisciplinary
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Prevent injuries: Physiotherapists teach techniques to work safely and avoid common injuries.

Early intervention: Addressing pain early helps prevent chronic issues and long-term complications.

Enhance quality of life: By managing pain effectively, physiotherapy enables tradies to maintain their productivity and enjoy their daily activities.

Adapt with age: Physiotherapists help tradies adjust their work habits as their bodies age, reducing the risk of injury and prolonging their careers.

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Our team are dedicated to providing you with holistic care that is specific to your health goals and needs. 

Book with our team today 👉 Head to our bio!

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Our team are dedicated to providing you with holistic care that is specific to your health goals and needs.

Book with our team today 👉 Head to our bio!
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👨‍🔧 76% reported pain significantly impacts their quality of life.
👨‍🔧 42% described their pain as severe, with some suffering for months or even years.
👨‍🔧 24% fear they will need to retire early due to stress on their bodies.
👨‍🔧 87% medicate or self-medicate to manage their pain, with 30% resorting to drugs or alcohol.

The Sports & Spinal team can help! Our team of dedicated allied health professionals can help tradies with their health and wellness. Whether it's through physio, exercise physiology or massage - our team is here for you. 

Book with our team today 👉 Head to our bio

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It might be a strange question but it`s definitely an important one, and here`s why.

👨‍🔧 Over 90% of tradies experienced work-related injuries or pain in the past year, with 90% of these injuries caused or worsened by work.
👨‍🔧 76% reported pain significantly impacts their quality of life.
👨‍🔧 42% described their pain as severe, with some suffering for months or even years.
👨‍🔧 24% fear they will need to retire early due to stress on their bodies.
👨‍🔧 87% medicate or self-medicate to manage their pain, with 30% resorting to drugs or alcohol.

The Sports & Spinal team can help! Our team of dedicated allied health professionals can help tradies with their health and wellness. Whether it`s through physio, exercise physiology or massage - our team is here for you.

Book with our team today 👉 Head to our bio
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Looking to find out more? Get in touch with our team today!

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The Sports & Spinal team can assist with Stroke recovery through education and rehabilitation. Our multidisciplinary team can are trained to help with your Stroke recovery, and they employ a holistic approach towards your individual needs.

Looking to find out more? Get in touch with our team today!
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