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.
With an emphasis on core conditioning, breathing and body awareness, our Core, Strength & Mobility classes are a safe and highly effective way to stretch, strengthen and streamline your body without building bulk or stressing your joints.
Core, Strength & Mobility classes utilise various exercises that incorporate balance, power, strength and stability.
This can be done either using the Pilates equipment (reformer, trapeze table, exercise ball etc.) in a CSM Studio class or the form of a Mat Class, utilising bodyweight and minimal equipment. From here, we build and progress your program as appropriate with continued advice and education throughout, so you left feeling a better version of YOU.
Our Core, Strength & Mobility classes are a fitness regime for life, performed on a mat or with specialised equipment. The perfect complement to cardiovascular exercise, sport, rehab and life, these classes will leave you looking toned, feeling revitalised and moving with ease.
Both Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists run our classes with Clinical Pilates Experience. Clinical Pilates refers to one-on-one Pilates that are often used for injury rehabilitation and used in conjunction with physiotherapy. Sports & Spinal offers both and can cater to your exact needs.
All patients are required to have an initial assessment with a Physiotherapist before beginning any of our classes. This is to familiarise patients with any equipment, positions, exercises and identify any injuries/restrictions that we may need to be aware of prior to a patient attending a class.
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.
services & FACILITIES
- On-Site Parking (5 spaces)
- Street Parking
- Gym & Pilates Equipment
- NDIS Registered
- Medicare Rebates
- HICAPS Health Fund Claims
OUR TEAM
Clare Farrands
Physiotherapist
Coen Watts
General Physiotherapist
Vidal Corte-Real
Physiotherapist
Dylan Prescott
Exercise Physiologist
Brooke Clark
Physiotherapist
Jamie Lineburg
Physiotherapist
Karis Moffatt
Physiotherapist With An Interest In Women’s Health
Carolyn Owen
Remedial Massage Therapist
Jennifer Aviles
Physiotherapist
Jacob Walmsley
Physiotherapist
Mark Cassidy
APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist
Clare Farrands
Physiotherapist
Clare has a BSc in Sport and Exercise Science as well as a BSc in Physiotherapy and has over 12 years of experience, working in Private Practice and in a Hospital setting. She has just moved back to Hervey Bay with her husband to raise her young family and enjoy the beautiful Fraser Coast. You may recognise Clare as she was at the clinic a few years ago. She has a keen interest and has furthered her knowledge in Pilates, women’s health, vestibular dysfunction and fall prevention.
Coen Watts
General Physiotherapist
Coen completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy at James Cook University. He has had clinical experience in both a hospital and community setting. Coen strives to use individualised exercise therapy and education to support others to reach their goals.
Coen has a particular interest in physiotherapy’s musculoskeletal and neurological fields, which he is eager to continue building to deliver the best care. This interest was developed through his work as a sports trainer for local sporting teams and his own sporting involvement.
Coen enjoys fishing, going to the beach, playing soccer, and spending time with friends and family outside of work.
Coen is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Vidal Corte-Real
Physiotherapist
Vidal graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy with First Class Honours from Griffith University in Brisbane. Raised in Brisbane, Vidal jumped at the opportunity for a change of scenery and moved to the Fraser Coast and to join the Sports and Spinal team in Hervey Bay. Vidal has a passion for tailoring exercise programs that allow his clients to achieve to their individual goals.
Vidal has a keen interest in sporting injuries and worked closely with many local sporting clubs alongside his studies. Vidal has also developed an interest in the field of major injury recovery. His paper exploring this topic is being published later this year, and he has been invited to present his work at the Australian Physiotherapy Conference.
In his spare time, Vidal enjoys exploring the great outdoors, visiting family and friends, and supporting the Denver Nuggets in the NBA.
Vidal is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Dylan Prescott
Exercise Physiologist
Dylan graduated with a Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology from the University of the Sunshine Coast and was excited to return to his hometown of the Fraser Coast to further his career. With experience working as an athletic development coach with a Level 1 ASCA Strength and Conditioning qualification, Dylan has a keen interest in sports rehabilitation and musculoskeletal injuries and is passionate about providing a high level of patient-centred care through using exercise as medicine.
On his days off, Dylan enjoys playing a wide variety of sports, as well as camping and four-wheel driving with his family and friends.
Dylan is available for Exercise Physiology appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Brooke Clark
Physiotherapist
Brooke graduated from the University of Otago in New Zealand with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy with First Class Honours. Her research project explored sports-related concussions within Rugby in NZ, and she has an interest in sports physiotherapy. She has recently moved across the ditch and is excited to live on the coast in a sunnier climate.
Brooke is passionate about helping people to regain function so they are able to enjoy active lifestyles. Growing up in a very active family, Brooke knows the importance of reaching those fitness goals and not letting injuries be a barrier to movement.
Brooke has many interests outside of the clinic, including surf lifesaving, dance, netball, running, walking, and spending time at the beach.
Brooke is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Jamie Lineburg
Physiotherapist
After growing up in Hervey Bay, Jamie spent several years living on the Sunshine Coast before pursuing a career in Physiotherapy. Jamie graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) from Central Queensland University and was excited to move back to his hometown to join the Sports and Spinal team. Jamie has an interest in Sports Physiotherapy and plans to complete postgraduate studies in this area.
Outside of work, Jamie enjoys heading out in his boat fishing, spending time with family and friends, and taking his golden retriever for walks on the beach.
Jamie is available for appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Karis Moffatt
Physiotherapist With An Interest In Women’s Health
Karis graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from James Cook University, Townsville at the end of 2020. Karis initially grew up in Cairns before starting her next journey on the Fraser Coast to see what it has to offer. Karis has developed a special interest in Women’s Health Physiotherapy, however, shares an equal interest in a musculoskeletal caseload.
Karis has a passion for all aspects of Women’s Health, however, plans to continue her postgraduate studies in antenatal and postnatal conditions, urinary incontinence and prolapse symptoms.
Karis has a positive and enthusiastic approach to working collaboratively with the client to optimise outcomes and achieve rehabilitation goals.
In her spare time, Karis enjoys hanging out with friends, spending her days at the beach and finding new places to eat and drink
Karis is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Bayside/ Hervey Bay clinic.
Carolyn Owen
Remedial Massage Therapist
Carolyn is one of our Remedial Massage Therapists. If you need remedial, sports or a relaxing massage, Carolyn is the person to see. She is experienced in all forms of massage and takes a holistic approach to health. She is a strong believer in the healing power of touch. A keen learner who keeps up to date, she is also learning to become a Yoga teacher.
Carolyn is available for Remedial Massage appointments at our Hervey Bay location.
Jennifer Aviles
Physiotherapist
Jennifer graduated from the University of Manitoba in Canada with a Bachelor of Kinesiology. She migrated to Australia to complete her Masters of Physiotherapy Studies in 2017. Jenn is dedicated to optimising the quality of life in every patient and has a passion for neurological and pediatric patients.
During her time off, Jenn enjoys playing recreational AFL and netball, as well as going in being outdoors and travelling.
Jennifer is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Jacob Walmsley
Physiotherapist
Jacob has degrees in both Exercise Science and Physiotherapy. Jacob, an avid learner and a people person, will leave no stone unturned in achieving the best results for his clients.
Jacob has an interest in pain management and vestibular rehabilitation. On top of his hands-on treatments, Jacob is excellent at designing rehab programs for clients to do at home, in the gym or in the pool to ensure a full recovery.
Jacob is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Mark Cassidy
APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist
Mark is a Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist. He is a member of Sports Medicine Australia and a member of the Australian College of Physiotherapists. He has extensive experience working with athletes at an elite and everyday level. He has worked as a physiotherapist at the Sydney Olympic Games and Melbourne and Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. He has a passion for rugby and, in the past, has been a physio for NSW Country, Queensland Country, Australian Women’s team and currently Australian Stockmen.
Mark has a passion for helping people with complex and difficult to diagnose conditions, particularly the shoulder, lower back and persistent pain. He gets to know his clients and works with them to get them back to having fun at the sports and activities they enjoy.
Mark is involved in the local Fraser Coast Community. He contributes to sports such as Surf Life Saving and Rugby as a volunteer. He is regularly involved with charities such as the Dunga Derby, Rally for a Cause and Fraser Coast Mates, helping make the Fraser Coast a great place to live.
Mark is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
WHAT PEOPLE THINK OF US
National NAIDOC Week 🟡⚫🔴 Dry July, Are You In? 🍺 As part of the #ShowUsYourLeave movement, the Sports & Spinal Group is proud to announce that we have introduced an Employer Funded Parental Leave for our Sports & Spinal staff which officially launches today! Global MND Awareness Day 🧠 $245,000 raised for SunnyKids! 💙 World Continence Week 💗 World Continence Week 💗 World Continence Week 💗 Men's Health Week ♂️ Men's Health Week 2022 Men's Health Week 2022 ♂️ It’s getting a little chilly around here ❄️ What Matters To You Day? 💙 Account Update! 📣 Saturday marked National Cheese Day! 🧀 Do you know what MS is? How does it affect the human body? Can it be treated? Let us explain 👇 No other stage of life stresses the pelvic floor more than pregnancy and childbirth. Even caesarian births affect the pelvic floor as it still stretches and bears the weight of the pregnant uterus for nine months. World MS Day 🤍 Exercise Right Week 🏃♂️ Exercise Right Week 🏃♂️
Celebrations are held across to celebrate and recognize the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth.
You can support and get to know your local Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities through activities and events held across the country.
Dry July is a fundraiser that encourages you to go alcohol-free in July to raise funds for people affected by cancer.
The funds you raise as part of your Dry July will provide invaluable services for cancer patients, their families and carers – whether it’s a lift to a life-saving appointment, guidance from a specialist nurse, connection to an informative voice, access to therapy programs or a bed close to treatment.
Having a month off alcohol also has great health benefits, such as sleeping better, having more energy and of course, no hangovers! So, you're not only helping others, you're helping yourself. It's a win-win!
Use the link in our bio to learn how you can be dry this July 👍
This has been an important project that we as a company hold close to our hearts. Sports & Spinal employs over 300 staff and understand the importance of starting a family. As such, it made sense for us to implement a scheme that supports our staff during important events in their life.
We wanted to empower our team for when or if they decided to start a family and we believe that the Paid Parental Leave Scheme, will do just that.
We are incredibly proud and humbled to have made such a milestone over our 30-year tenure which we believe is just the start of many more employee initiatives to come.
#showusyourleave #employerfundedparentalleave #lovewhereyouwork #sportsandspinal #totalrehabsolutions
Last week marked MND day. MND or Motor Neuron Disease causes messages from the motor neurones to gradually stop reaching the muscles. This leads the muscles to weaken, stiffen and waste. MND can affect how you walk, talk, eat, drink and breathe. Some people also experience changes in their thinking and behaviour.
There is no cure for MND but regular treatment can help to retain function and quality of life and provide comfort.
Our allied health team can assist with MND and can help patients live fuller lives through a range of our services including Physiotherapy, OT, Dietetics and Exercise Physiology 🏃♂️
To learn more get in touch with your local team today.
The annual Wine Makers lunch held last month had a record-breaking $245,000 raised for SunnyKids!
The money raised will enable the not-for-profit organisation to expand its crucial social programs such as SunnyKids in School and Mentoring Through Sports.
Well done to our team members and local Doctors who attended the event. It was such an amazing achievement 🙌
🚻 Over 5 million Australians – 1 in 4 people aged 15 years or over – experience bladder or bowel control problems. This number is predicted to grow to 6.5 million by 2030.
🚻 80% of people with urinary incontinence are women.
🚻1 in 3 women who ever had a baby wet themselves.
🚻 Strong pelvic floor muscles are necessary for bladder and bowel control and good sexual function.
🚻 Pelvic floor muscle exercises have been shown to prevent and treat incontinence at any age.
🚻 Less than 2 out of 10 women (7.66%) do their pelvic floor exercises daily.
🚻 70% of incontinent people do not seek help.
🚻 Bladder and bowel control problems are not a natural part of ageing or having a baby.
🚻 Incontinence can have a long-term physical and emotional impact; affecting self-esteem, motivation and independence.
If you need help with your bladder or pelvic health get in touch with your local Sports & Spinal today and let us help you 🙌
WHAT IS INCONTINENCE?
Incontinence describes any accidental or involuntary loss of:
👉 Urine (wee) from the bladder – known as urinary incontinence
👉 Faeces (poo) or flatus (wind) from the bowel – known as faecal incontinence.
👉Incontinence can range in severity from a small leak to complete loss of bladder or bowel control.
Though Incontinence can impact a person's life quite dramatically, there are treatments and solutions to help manage it.
Our Women's health team is one of those solutions! Our team can help both MEN and women with their pelvic health.
To find out more head to our bio
World Continence Week (WCW) is a health campaign run by the World Federation For Incontinence and Pelvic Problems (WFIPP) to raise awareness of incontinence related issues.
This year it takes place from the 21 – to the 27 of June and during the week the WFIPP highlights the impact urinary incontinence can have on our lives and encourages those living with it to seek help so they no longer have to suffer in silence.
Our Women's Health team are highly trained to assist women with continence. Get in touch with your local Sports & Spinal and see how we can help today 🙌
Did you know that we have a range of services that can help you with your health? The Sports & Spinal team are here to assist you in getting back on track with your health, whether it be recovery, getting fitter or sorting out your diet-our team can do it all.
Get in touch with your local Sports & Spinal and let us help you today👍
There are five key barriers that prevent men from seeking support and information for their health. It's important that we break these barriers down and encourage men that their health is not worth hiding behind!
Understanding the five barriers 👇
1. Hoping it's not an issue?
You might be experiencing denial
2. Taking too long to do something about your health?
This is known as delayed information seeking
3. Worried that asking for help is perceived as being weak?
This is called the social construct of masculinity and it can be a barrier to us looking after our health
4. Have trouble talking about your health?
Feeling nervous or embarrassed about starting a conversation can be a barrier to getting the support you need.
5. Not sure what information to trust?
Figuring out what health information you can trust can be a barrier to taking action on our health.
Need some help? Head to healthymale.com to learn more👍
Good health is essential for a good life. But there are barriers that get in the way of keeping our body and mind in good nick and sometimes we need help to break them down.
It's important to understand what's stopping you so you can take proactive steps to overcome it.
See our recent blog on the five factors that prevent men from seeking support for their health and how to overcome them.
Link in bio 🙌
So why not make a hearty and nutritious Minestrone soup for your next dinner? Adding a soup mix like this one is a great way to boost the fibre and plant protein content of your meals! 🌿🌱
Here’s the recipe:
🍲 1 cup Italian Soup Mix
🍲 3 cups water
🍲 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
🍲 ½ brown onion, sliced
🍲 1 tsp crushed garlic
🍲 1 carrot, diced
🍲 1 small potato, diced
🍲 ½ zucchini, diced
🍲 100g frozen spinach
🍲 1 tbsp tomato paste
🍲 1 stock cube
🍲 ½ tsp oregano
🍲 Pinch of basil
🍲 Pinch of parmesan
1. Prepare the soup mix as per packet instructions.
In a medium saucepan add the olive oil, garlic and onion. Once translucent, add the potato, carrot, tomato paste, stock and water. Cook for 10 minutes.
2. Add the spinach and zucchini and season with oregano. Cook for another 10-15 minutes.
3. Once ready to serve, dish into bowls and top with parmesan cheese and basil and Voilà!!
The best part about minestrone is that you can use almost any veggies you have that are looking a little sad in the crisper!
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What matters to you day encourages meaningful conversations between patients, caregivers, families and their health care providers.
WMTYD is a great way and reason to advance person and family-centeredd care, which is something we are all about here at SSP.
What matters to Sports & Spinal is that we inspire, engage & empower everyone on their journey of health & well-being. This is something that underpins everything we do 🙌
#whatmatterstoyouday2022 #WMTYD2022 #sportsandspinal
Our Springfield team have created a new Instagram account @sportsspinalspringfield
Be sure to check them out and chuck them a follow for awesome health content 🙌🏻
The Springfield team celebrated in style for this year's Biggest Morning Tea. 1 in 2 Australians are diagnosed with cancer before the age of 85 and the BMT wants to change that.
Morning teas across the country will help raise vital funds to bring us closer to a cancer-free future.
We all love a little bit (or a lot!) of cheese in our diets but sometimes cheese can come with the stigma that it's not good for us. To help clear that myth up, Sports & Spinal Dietitian Caitlin has weighed in on what she thinks about cheese in our diets 👇
Cheese Pros:
🧀 Good source of protein and calcium
🧀 Lots of different types that can be used for different things
🧀 Hard cheeses are low in lactose so are still suitable for people with lactose intolerance
Things to be mindful of:
🧀 Can be more energy-dense, so you may like to choose lite options depending on your nutrition goals
🧀 Need to be mindful of food safety when including them in sandwiches/salads/other dishes
🧀 Need to keep cold with an ice brick in a cool bag when at school or work if you don't have access to a fridge
If you need help with their cheese intake or diet get in touch with your local Sports & Spinal team today!
🧠 Multiple sclerosis (MS) is one of the most common diseases of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). Today, 2.8 million people around the world have MS.
🧠 MS is an inflammatory demyelinating condition. It is caused by damage to myelin – a fatty material that insulates nerves. In MS, the loss of myelin affects the way nerves conduct electrical impulses to and from the brain. Symptoms can include blurred vision, weak limbs, tingling sensations, unsteadiness, memory problems, and fatigue.
🧠 Most people with MS are diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 40. MS is two to three times more common in women than in men. There is no drug that can cure MS, but treatments are available which can modify the course of the disease.
The Sports & Spinal team can help those with MS. Get in touch with our team today to learn more
#ms #worldMSday #sportsandspinal #wearehereforyou
Maintaining pelvic floor strength and function throughout your pregnancy and postnatally is essential.
Our Women's Health team can assist with all your pre-natal needs whether it be
💗 Pregnancy massage
💗 Pregnancy Exercise Classes
💗 Pelvic Pain
We're also here to help during the post-natal stages too! Get in touch with your nearest clinic to find out more
World MS Day is officially marked on May 30. It brings the global MS community together to share stories, raise awareness and campaign with everyone affected by multiple sclerosis (MS).
The Sports & Spinal Team are qualified to help people with MS through a range of therapies whether it is Physio, EP, Dietetics, Podiatry or Remedial Massage #wearehereforyou
Get in touch with the Sports & Spinal Team today and see how we can help 💚
#worldMSday #MS #sportsandspinal #msconnections
Exercise is vital for women across all stages of life.
Not only is being active important for your physical and mental health, but it can also play a crucial role when dealing with a range of women’s health conditions.
Our women's health and exercise physiology team can assist with exercise prescription and education. Needing some help?
Contact our team today 💻
How does exercise help with mental health?
There is ample evidence that suggests exercise is an effective treatment method for people suffering from acute and chronic mental illness.
Exercise can make a big difference in mood and needs to be a fundamental part of mental health treatment. Even one workout a week is known to have great benefits.
Exercise can also counteract the side effects of some medications such as reducing the risk of falling by strengthening muscles and helping control body weight and blood pressure.
If you need help with getting more exercise into your life contact your nearest SSP exercise physiologist 💪
