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Bounce Health Blackburn

  • Monday:

    8:00AM – 8:00PM

  • Tuesday:

    7:30AM – 8:00PM

  • Wednesday:

    7:30AM – 8:00PM

  • Thursday:

    7:30AM – 8:00PM

  • Friday:

    7:30AM – 7:00PM

  • Saturday:

    7:30AM – 2:00PM

Blackburn storefront

Bounce Health is now a part of the PhysioChoice family.

Same great people. Same great location. Now with an even wider network.

Services

Our Full Service Approach To Treatment

We offer a wide range of consumer physiotherapy solutions. With access to top-of-the-range staff and equipment, you can rest assured that we can assist you with any injury – no matter the size!

Team

The Friendly Faces Dedicated To Helping You.

At Bounce Health, we are committed to ensuring our clients receive the best possible treatment for their injuries. With a perfect blend of talent and experience, our team of practitioners will confidently assist you on your journey.

  • Makayla Cotsomitis

    Makayla Cotsomitis

    Physiotherapist

    Makayla is a dedicated physiotherapist who holds a Doctor of Physiotherapy from Monash University, complemented by a Bachelor of Science with a double major in Physiology and Immunology. With a passion for movement and wellbeing, Makayla works with individuals across all stages of life — from everyday people striving to stay active, to amateur and elite-level athletes aiming to return to peak performance. She is a strong advocate for setting personalised, evidence-based goals that guide each patient’s rehabilitation journey, empowering them to return to the activities they love with confidence. Makayla’s clinical approach is strengthened by her hands-on experience as a sports trainer in the Victorian Amateur Football Association, where she managed on-field injuries and developed a deep understanding of the demands of sport. Having grown up actively involved in athletics, netball, and soccer, she brings a personal appreciation for the physical and mental benefits of returning to sport. Outside of the clinic, Makayla enjoys maintaining an active lifestyle through regular gym training, travelling, exploring new cuisines, and spending quality time with friends and family.

  • Rebecca Gleeson

    Rebecca Gleeson

    Physiotherapist

    Bec graduated from The University of Sydney with a Master's of Physiotherapy. Her interest and passion for physiotherapy stemmed from her background in sport as an accredited gymnastics coach and as a gymnast herself, as well as her experience playing netball. She has experience working with patients in inpatient and outpatient settings, treating postoperative orthopedic conditions and acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries. Bec’s clinical interests are broad, including treating pre- and post-operative patients to help reach their functional goals. She also has a special interest in sports injury management and prevention, utilising strength and conditioning combined with manual therapy and education to provide a holistic approach to therapy.

  • Sara Santostefano

    Sara Santostefano

    Physiotherapist

    Sara is a passionate physiotherapist who graduated from the University of Melbourne with a Doctor of Physiotherapy. In addition, she completed a Bachelor of Science at the University of Melbourne, majoring in Pharmacology. Sara enjoys treating all sporting injuries, in particular lower-limb injuries, and prioritises goal-based care to get people of all ages and skill levels back to doing what they love. This includes a mixture of hands-on therapy and functional rehabilitation. Sara has gained experience working across many different sports, most notably as the current physiotherapist for FC Bulleen Lions in the Victorian Premier League. She is passionate about getting you back to playing sport, and as a former soccer player herself, she particularly enjoys and has experience with soccer-related injuries.

  • Josh Wilson

    Josh Wilson

    Physiotherapist

    Josh is a physiotherapist passionate about helping people return to optimal health and performance through high-quality patient care. He completed his studies at La Trobe University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Applied Science and a Master's in Physiotherapy Practice. Josh has a keen interest in working with athletes from all sports, helping them recover from a range of injuries so they can return to playing at their highest level. Utilising hands-on treatment and evidence-based rehabilitation, Josh focuses on safely and efficiently getting athletes back to peak performance so they recover stronger and achieve positive long-term outcomes. Whilst he has a strong passion for working with athletes, Josh also enjoys working with people of all ages and backgrounds to recover from various injuries and improve their overall well-being. He places significant emphasis on ensuring people receive the support they need to return to their optimal level of health and prevent future issues. Josh also has experience working in the sporting setting, having worked with Oakleigh AFC for the last 4 years, spending the previous 2 years as the Head Physiotherapist and Sports Trainer. Working in this setting has provided Josh with extensive experience treating a wide range of sports-related injuries, from acute to complex long-term injuries, enabling him to ensure athletes receive the highest level of care.

  • Rosie Moore

    Rosie Moore

    Physiotherapist

    Since graduating with Honours from the University of Melbourne in 2008, Rosie has worked in private practice both in Melbourne and Scotland. Her passion for physiotherapy developed as a teenager, when enthusiastic training and competition in athletics led to frequent visits to the physio. Rosie’s clinical interests are broad, but she particularly enjoys problem-solving complex cases and optimising movement patterns for ongoing recovery. Rosie is trained in clinical Pilates and dry needling, plus regularly attends professional development workshops. Rosie has worked with amateur and district AFL clubs in Melbourne, as well as a diverse range of sports teams in Scotland, treating athletes from beginners to professionals. Rosie is currently completing the Postgraduate Certificate in Sports Physiotherapy and will be providing services to the Nunawading Men’s SEABL team for the 2017 season.

  • Dr. Zee Arain

    Dr. Zee Arain

    Sports Doctor

    MBBS – Monash University MPHTM – James Cook University, FRACGP – Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. Dr Zee Arain is a General Practitioner with over 20 years of experience across emergency medicine, general practice, medical education, concussion research, nutrition, weight management, and musculoskeletal care. He has a special interest in sports and musculoskeletal medicine and has worked extensively with elite athletes and professional teams. Dr Arain served as head doctor for the Melbourne Football Club in the AFL from 2012 to 2020, as well as assistant doctor at the Melbourne Storm NRL team. He has also supported the Malaysian track cycling team and continues to consult for Waverley Gymnastics Club and Basketball Victoria. He has received training in interventional pain techniques from both local and international experts and performs procedures at Monash House Private Hospital. His holistic approach to care focuses on helping patients manage pain and regain independence.

  • Dr. Dirk Van Bavel

    Dr. Dirk Van Bavel

    Visiting Orthopaedic Surgeon

    Dr. Dirk van Bavel is a Melbourne orthopaedic hip and knee surgeon.

  • Nigel Hartnett

    Nigel Hartnett

    Visiting Orthopaedic Surgeon

    Nigel obtained his Fellowship in Orthopaedic Surgery from the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2010. He received sub-specialty training in Knee Surgery under the mentorship of John Bartlett, whose rooms he now shares, along with knee fellowships under the mentorship of Julian Feller, Hayden Morris, and Tim Whitehead. Nigel specialises in all areas of Knee Surgery, with particular interests in knee reconstruction (ACL, PCL, and multi-ligament surgery), joint preservation, knee replacement, and complex revision knee replacement. He sees patients of all ages with knee problems. His research interests include joint preservation and newer technologies in knee joint replacement. Nigel has a strong and focused commitment towards teaching and is happy to participate in education sessions or provide advice on any knee or Orthopaedic condition.

  • Molli Unusu

    Molli Unusu

    Exercise Physiologist

    With a strong passion for guiding individuals towards sustainable health improvements, Molli specialises in exercise prescription for various populations, including children and adolescents. After 2 years in paediatrics, across various private hospitals and practice experience, Molli developed a passion for managing chronic health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, general deconditioning, and a wide range of childhood and neurological conditions. Molli has experience working with individuals of all ages, helping them achieve their goals through in 1:1 and group settings. Molli also enjoys working with other members of the allied health team, including physiotherapists, dietitians and psychologists. Molli has worked very closely with patients on the NDIS scheme and is experienced in working with a range of patients with neurological disorders.

  • Megan Davis

    Megan Davis

    Sports Psychologist

    Megan Davis is a psychologist with a master's in sports and injury and pain management. With over 20 years of experience, Megan has worked extensively with athletes and coaches from a wide range of sports, including performance enhancement and athlete life skills. Megan is experienced in psychological aspects of managing injury and pain, particularly ongoing or persistent pain, including work or road-trauma related injuries. Megan was awarded a Graduate Diploma in Child and Adolescent Psychology at The University of Melbourne, and a Master's in Applied Psychology (Sport) at Monash University. Megan has worked with the Australian Swim Team as a team manager on National Event camps and with the Australian Youth Team as a psychologist. Her work with athletes includes performance enhancement skills, athlete life skills training, family counselling, and the special needs of female athletes. As an athlete, Megan represented Australia in swimming.

  • Melanie Cousin

    Melanie Cousin

    Myotherapist

    Melanie is a very experienced Myotherapist who graduated from RMIT with an Advanced Diploma of Remedial Massage and Myotherapy in 2007. She joined the Bounce team at their Waverley Gymnastics clinic at the end of 2008 and then furthered her hours by consulting at Blackburn at the beginning of 2010. Melanie has been working in private practice, where she enjoys treating people from diverse backgrounds. She is passionate about educating people on the importance of prevention, restoring and listening to your body to achieve and maintain optimal health. Melanie can treat using many modalities, including deep tissue and soft tissue massage and manipulation, Myofascial Dry needling, cupping, Myofascial release and stretching, Trigger point therapy, thermal therapy and cryotherapy, TENS, corrective exercises, MET, and assistance with posture and body mechanics. As well as Melanie’s clinical work she has also had an extensive career thus far with a vast variety of sporting groups, some of which include triathletes, runners, divers, elite level football and soccer, world FINA swimming championships, dancers from the Australian Ballet and various other companies, Gymnastics Victoria and has also assisted at events such as OXFAM and other charity events. Melanie also has experience treating a wide range of clients with occupational, acute, and chronic problems. Melanie has always been passionate about sport, fitness and health. She has competed at the State level in swimming and running and continues to be very involved in Callisthenics, with over 25 years of experience in dance. Through Melanie’s passion for dancing, she has worked with the Victorian Elite Gymnastics programs, both Victorian and Australian, for the past 9 years, travelling with elite athletes on occasion, which she loves and hopes to continue for many years to come.

Gary S.
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Having experienced minimal improvement in past years from physiotherapy. I was most impressed by the outcome after five manipulation and remedial massage sessions by PhysioChoice, which resulted in a full recovery within weeks. Highly recommended.

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Injuries

Conditions We Treat At Blackburn.

From arthritic conditions and joint pain, to headaches and post-operative rehabilitation. Call us today on (03) 9069 2053 to better understand how we can assist you on your road to recovery!
^Treatment will differ client-to-client. Please call your local practice for more information.

  • Back and neck pain is one of the most common complaints at our practice. Sitting at a computer can often cause neck pain with accompanying headaches, shoulder tightness, back pain and buttock or leg pain. We can help treat these problems.

  • We can treat pain and stiffness in the chest, thoracic spine and rib areas. We can also advise in relaxed breathing exercises.

  • Our experienced Physiotherapists have a range of sub-specialities, which include chronic pain management. We understand the complex nature of chronic pain and the need for a multidisciplinary, biopsychosocial approach. Treatment is tailored and includes education regarding your condition, hands-on therapy, and graded progression of return to functional activities.

  • Our physiotherapists are trained to perform specialised manoeuvres to assist with dizziness and vertigo. If it is appropriate, you will be given an exercise program that you can do at home. These exercises are individually tailored to your balance symptoms and effectively reduce dizzy symptoms.

  • Growing pains are caused when bones grow quickly, and the soft tissues struggle to keep up. Children and teenagers usually respond very quickly to treatment. If they continue to complain about persistent pain, medical assessment may be necessary.

  • Headaches and migraines are often triggered by neck pain or stiffness. Our physiotherapists can offer relief through treatment, along with strategies to help minimise the headaches. Combining treatment with a customised physiotherapy exercise program or dry-needling can also be helpful.

  • Most joint strains respond well to physiotherapy, enabling faster returns to sports, work, and normal daily activities. We commonly treat sprained ankles, sore knees, painful shoulders, tennis elbow, sprained wrists and fingers, SIJ problems, hip joint, groin pain and jaw pain.

  • Whether the cause is a sudden tear, a strain, or a muscle imbalance issue, physiotherapy can help by promoting efficient healing, assisting strong scar tissue formation, or strengthening and stretching affected muscles.

  • Many people will experience osteoarthritis as they age, but the severity can vary from morning stiffness and occasional painful episodes to debilitating pain. Physiotherapy can offer immense improvement and, in many cases, complete and long-lasting relief from pain. Strengthening the muscles is paramount to aging joints to keep them moving in an ideal alignment to reduce pain and improve function.

  • Overuse injuries generally respond well to physiotherapy, but the key is to get treatment early rather than put up with the pain. Problems such as RSI, tennis elbow and Achilles tendinopathy (a tendon injury) can heal quickly with a specific exercise prog

  • Pain in the body is often the result of poor posture. We can assist you or your children in improving the body's posture by showing you how to stretch tight muscles, strengthen weak muscles and improve endurance in these muscles. We are experts in core stability, utilising the deep muscles in your torso and neck to help hold you in a good posture.

  • Our physiotherapists are experienced in treating all types of sporting injuries. We treat problems including patellofemoral pain, hip and groin problems, bursitis and associated tendinopathy, tennis elbow, wrist and ankle sprains, and plantar fasciitis.

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Location

Where To Find Us

195 Whitehorse Rd, Blackburn VIC 3130.
Bounce Health Blackburn is a leader in sports medicine, physiotherapy & sports science—expert multidisciplinary care for everyone, from local residents to Olympic athletes.