Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy is the use of water for therapy, exercise and rehabilitation. Hydrotherapy has been well proven to assist in recovery from surgery or injury, and often provides a means of relieving aches and pains through movement. At West Tamar Physiotherapy we utilise the buoyancy, warmth, resistance and compressive qualities of water to treat a range of conditions including:

• Musculoskeletal injuries
• Neurological conditions such as stroke and multiple sclerosis
• Osteoarthritis
• Post operative rehabilitation (e.g. total hip or knee replacements)
• Spinal injuries

 

Hydrotherapy sessions are as follows:

• Launceston Aquatic Centre every Tuesday at 4:00 – 5:00pm.
• Gravelly Beach Swim Centre every Tuesday and Thursday at 11:00am – 12:00pm

 

Aquafit

Aquafit classes are for anyone who is looking to improve their overall health and well-being. These group sessions are run by an Allied Health Assistant who is able to easily modify exercise to suit your ability. The class incorporates resistance, aerobic and balance components to help you build strength and fitness. We utilise a variety of different equipment including foam dumbbells, noodles, and kickboards. We recommend booking in to see one of our physiotherapists prior to joining our aquafit classes to ensure the exercise and environment is safe and suitable for you.

If you choose to attend our Aquafit classes, you can expect the following:

• Group, paired and individual exercise
• Fun, social and inclusive environment
• Consistent support to help you improve your fitness

 

Aquafit classes occur once a week as follows:

• Monday at 11:00am – 12:00pm

Gravelly Beach Swim Centre

363 Gravelly Beach Rd, Gravelly Beach TAS 7276

 

Autism Swim

Autism Swim is the only certifying body specific to Autism and aquatics worldwide. At West Tamar Physiotherapy, we are proud to have Autism Swim Approved Instructors. Autism Swim and West Tamar Physiotherapy work closely to deliver the best possible outcomes for our swimmers. Our staff receive training, resources, and support in order to understand the differing needs of our participants which helps us to teach them effectively.

The team at Autism Swim assist us in targeting three key areas:

• Water Therapy: Ensuring our swimmers are comfortable and happy to be in and around the water.
• Water Safety: Water safety is imperative for every learner, however even more so for our swimmers who have a decreased ability to perceive risk and danger.
• Learn to Swim: Adapting and modifying our teaching techniques to ensure we cater for all different learning styles and abilities. We work toward individual goals, rather than trying to fit learners into pre-determined ‘levels’

 

Autism Swim sessions are currently run as one-on-one sessions depending on instructor availability.

Please contact our office if you are interested in Autism Swim sessions.

 

 

 

GymFIT (Exeter)

GYM FIT is an exercise group for those aged over 50. It is a circuit-based class with exercises for improving strength, mobility and balance, as well as heart and bone health.

The circuit involves 2 minutes at each station performing exercises that focus on improving strength and endurance in the arms, legs, and core. We also include balance exercises in the circuit, and often finish with a group challenge that makes the brain work hard too!

This group is currently run by one of our physiotherapists and exercises can therefore be adapted to suit your abilities.

GYM Fit sessions are run once a week as follows:

• Thursday at 9:30am – 10:30am

Exeter Showground – please contact our office for more details.

 

Gym Group (Launceston)

West Tamar Physiotherapy utilise the gym space at My Gym in South Launceston twice a week. The aim of this group is to introduce/ re-introduce people of all abilities to a gym setting. This may include people with a disability or simply people recovering from injury who need close support and advice in a gym setting.

This group is supported by a physiotherapist and one or two allied health assistants to ensure exercises are completed in a safe and effective manner. The gym group provides a fun, happy and welcoming environment in which to exercise.

Gym Group sessions are run twice a week as follows:

• Monday at 1:00pm – 2:00pm
• Wednesday at 10:30am – 12pm

My Gym
66-68 Melbourne Street
South Launceston