Allied Health Services in Ballan
Allied health professionals are qualified experts who specialise in preventing, diagnosing, and treating a variety of conditions and illnesses.
We support people managing chronic conditions, recovering from injury or surgery, and those seeking to improve their overall health and wellbeing.
We offer the following services, facilities and activities. Click on the link to learn more.
Opening Hours
Allied health services are open to public between 8:30AM to 4:30PM which includes Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Exercise Physiology, Social Worker Mental health and Dietician.
Dietetics and Nutrition
Our Chronic Disease Nurse assists doctors and their patients with their care planning. This is a service for people with chronic conditions, such as:
- Diabetes
- Cancer
- Asthma
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Heart disease
- Stroke
- Lung conditions
- Early arthritis.
Care planning is a great opportunity to discuss your health – areas that are going well and areas that can be improved – as well as to undertake basic health screening tests.
This process is about setting health goals you want to achieve and developing strategies together to help you improve your health. It is also a good opportunity to assess how the Allied Health Team can support you. For example, with physiotherapy, exercise physiology, dietetics, occupational therapy, social work and podiatry.
Our dietitian provides individualised and practical dietary advice to help individuals of all ages manage their health condition and achieve optimum quality of life. Dietitians can also provide general dietary advice regarding weight loss (or gain) and to prevent long-term health conditions.
Bookings
Appointments are available on Mondays and Tuesdays and can be arranged via the Allied Health reception at 166 Inglis Street, Ballan. To make an appointment to see one of our qualified dietitians, please call reception on 03 5366 7878.
Physiotherapy
Our team of experienced physiotherapists assist in the prevention, treatment and management of movement disorders arising from various conditions and diseases. Physiotherapists also specialise in a number of areas, such as sport injuries, chronic pain, post-operative rehabilitation and sleep disorders.
A 12-week hydrotherapy program is delivered by a qualified physiotherapist. This program involves a tailored water-based exercise program under the supervision of a physiotherapist.
If you are managing a chronic condition or disability, require rehabilitation or simply need support to lead a healthier life, please contact us on 03 5366 7878.
Please note that are a mixed-billing service.
Please arrive 10 minutes early for your first appointment and bring any referrals, forms or relevant paperwork with you.
Wear comfortable clothing that allows your physiotherapist to assess and treat you appropriately.
Bring a water bottle and a current list of medications you are taking.
Exercise Physiology
Our Exercise Physiologists design safe, personalised exercise programs to help you recover from injury, manage chronic conditions, and improve strength, balance and overall wellbeing.
They can:
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Assess your fitness, health, and movement
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Create tailored exercise programs
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Support rehabilitation and chronic condition management
Before you come:
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We are a mixed-billing service
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Arrive 10 minutes early
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Bring any referrals or paperwork
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Wear comfortable clothing for assessment
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Bring a water bottle and a list of medications
Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapists can visit individuals in their homes to assess and promote independence and participation in activities for daily living. Our OTs can recommend and prescribe aids, equipment or home modifications, such as grab rails, ramps, scooters and other devices that may assist you to continue to live safely and independently in your home. Our OTs can also provide individuals with strategies to reduce falls and conserve energy.
Who is eligible?
Must be over 65 years of age or living at home with a disability.
Bookings
Appointments are available Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 4.30pm. Occupational therapists are able to visit you in your home. To make an appointment, call the Allied Health reception on 03 5366 7878.
Podiatry
Podiatrists specialise in the prevention, treatment and care of all lower limb conditions and gait pathologies, including painful nail, skin and joint problems.
Podiatrists play a role in the assessment and treatment of the diabetic foot and provide education and advice regarding the prevention of diabetic foot problems. It is recommended that people with diabetes have an annual foot health check with a podiatrist.
We also assess and provide some of the treatments available for children with foot problems, such as toe walking and in-toeing, and for children with foot pain.
At Ballan Health and Care Services, we facilitate optimal foot health to improve mobility, independence and general health and wellbeing.
Bookings
Appointments are available Monday to Thursday from 9am to 4pm at 164 Inglis Street, Ballan. Please note, we do not offer a home visiting service for podiatry.
If you are a new client or have not seen us for over 12 months and wish to make an appointment, please contact 03 5366 7878.
Social Work
Don’t know who to turn to for help or support?
Our experienced social worker is available to support you with:
Bookings
Appointments with the social worker are available Monday to Friday.
Your sessions with the social worker are confidential.
Please call 03 5366 7878 to book your initial needs assessment with a social worker.