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Hello, I was wondering how much it costs to see the dietitian (initial and review) and how long the appointments go for? Just that I have had a previous experience with a dietitian who didn't spend very long and I felt a bit rushed/ I felt it was over priced for what I got given - just a generic meal-plan. Thanks Natasha
Hi Natasha,
Thanks for contacting us regarding you Dietetics questions.
Terreen, our Dietitian with over 30 years experience allows 1 hour for Initial appointments at $135 and up to 1 hour for review appointments at $115. So we are confident you won't be rushed and you will get value for money.
Private Health Rebates will also apply if you have appropriate cover
Please phone 08 9438 2400 to book an appointment at your earliest convenience.
Kind Regards,
Sportreat and TotaLife Care
Dietitian
February 7, 2019 
Do you work with Team Care Arrangements?
Hi Han,
Great question and we most certainly do!
We just require the referral from the GP and appropriate paperwork. Patients can even receive treatment from multiple professionals if required. For example you can see a Physiotherapist, Dietitian and Podiatrist all under the one roof at Sportreat and TotaLife Care on the same Team Care arrangement.
Please note we do charge a small out of pocket fee for Team Care/EPC/GPMP appointments.
You can call our friendly receptionists on (08) 9438 2400 to book in your care plan.
Dietitian
August 24, 2018
Do I need a referral?
A medical referral is not required to see any of the Sportreat practitioners unless you are making a claim under Workers Compensation, Motor Vehicle Accident Insurance, Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) or Veterans Affairs. Private Health Insurance companies do not require a medical referral for physiotherapy, massage therapy, dietetics and exercise physiology. You also do not require a referral to see the Sportreat doctor under Medicare.
Dietitian
March 30, 2018
Hello I would like to book an appointment with Megan, how much is a Physiologist appointment ?
Hi Marc,
Many thanks for your inquiry.
An initial appointment (60 minutes) with Megan, our Accredited Exercise Physiologist will be $99, of which some you'll be able to claim via your private health insurer at the time of the appointment.
Phone our friendly receptionist team on 9438 2400 to book an appointment at your earliest convenience.
Yours in Health
Sportreat
Exercise Physiologist
July 14, 2020
Do you work with Team Care Arrangements?
Hi Han,
Great question and we most certainly do!
We just require the referral from the GP and appropriate paperwork. Patients can even receive treatment from multiple professionals if required. For example you can see a Physiotherapist, Dietitian and Podiatrist all under the one roof at Sportreat and TotaLife Care on the same Team Care arrangement.
Please note we do charge a small out of pocket fee for Team Care/EPC/GPMP appointments.
You can call our friendly receptionists on (08) 9438 2400 to book in your care plan.
Exercise Physiologist
August 24, 2018
Do you have group sessions? What are the times? Cost? Can the classes be claimed through private health funds if you have appropriate extras cover?
We have a number of group session available every day from Monday – Saturday.
Monday: 7-8am with Louise
Tuesday 5-6pm and 6-7pm with Matt
Wednesday: 5-6pm with Louise
Thursday: 6-7pm with Matt
Friday: 10-11am and 11-12noon with Matt
Saturday: 10:20-11:20am with Louise
Our classes are limited to 5 people to maximise your time with the Physiotherapist.
All classes are $40 (from 1st of September 2018) and can be claimed through your private health funds with appropriate cover.
It is best you have an initial assessment with either Louise or Matt before starting as they individualise each class specifically for the patients in them.
I hope this has helped and we will see you at Sportreat and TotaLife Care for a class soon 🙂
Exercise Physiologist
August 15, 2018
Do I need a referral?
A medical referral is not required to see any of the Sportreat practitioners unless you are making a claim under Workers Compensation, Motor Vehicle Accident Insurance, Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) or Veterans Affairs. Private Health Insurance companies do not require a medical referral for physiotherapy, massage therapy, dietetics and exercise physiology. You also do not require a referral to see the Sportreat doctor under Medicare.
Exercise Physiologist
March 30, 2018
Hi. My 10 year old daughter is doing a lot of little athletics and netball. She complains of sore knees often. I believe this could be due to flat feet, pigeon toes and knock knees. Do you have a physio who has more experience with this age group? I believe she might need sports taping to help her and if so I would like to know how to apply this each week. Who would you suggest we see, preferably after school hours? Thanks
Hi Donna,
Many thanks for your questions regarding your sporty 10 year old daughter. Knee pain in this age group, especially in the very active ones is not uncommon at all. Quite commonly we find it is a condition called Osgood Schlatter disease, which sounds much worse than it is.
All our Physiotherapists here are well experienced, educated and skilled to handle the problem you are most likely describing. We also have a resident Sports Podiatrist - Jason Rzepecki who would be valuable in a foot biomechanical and gait assessment. We offer appointments 7am - 7pm, so are well positioned to help after school hours.
Please feel free to book online here or phone 9438 2400 at your earliest.
Yours in Health
Sportreat.
General
November 3, 2020
Hello I would like to book an appointment with Megan, how much is a Physiologist appointment ?
Hi Marc,
Many thanks for your inquiry.
An initial appointment (60 minutes) with Megan, our Accredited Exercise Physiologist will be $99, of which some you'll be able to claim via your private health insurer at the time of the appointment.
Phone our friendly receptionist team on 9438 2400 to book an appointment at your earliest convenience.
Yours in Health
Sportreat
General
July 14, 2020
Hi there,I recently had a baby and have being suffering with a sore neck and back since. I had an Osteopath appointment a couple of weeks ago and do not feel like it had helped. Just looking for some other options.Could you let me know if costs alsoThank you, Sarah
Hi Sarah,
Many thanks for your question.
Physiotherapy is a good starting point for what you are describing and we also have a Sports Chiropractor onsite if required.
Initial appointments for Physiotherapy are $89 with private health rebates available if you have appropriate cover.
Please ring 9438 2400 or book online at your earliest convenience.
Thanks
Sportreat and TotaLife Care
General
April 2, 2019
Hi Does your practice do frequency specific microcurrent therapy?Thanks
Hi Rowena,
Our Physiotherapists are trained in the use of Interferential therapy which uses electrical current to modulate pain and accelerate the self-healing process.
However we do not specifically use FSM.
Thanks for your inquiry and if you would like to book an appointment please call 08 9438 2400 or book online here.
General
December 21, 2018
Do you work with Team Care Arrangements?
Hi Han,
Great question and we most certainly do!
We just require the referral from the GP and appropriate paperwork. Patients can even receive treatment from multiple professionals if required. For example you can see a Physiotherapist, Dietitian and Podiatrist all under the one roof at Sportreat and TotaLife Care on the same Team Care arrangement.
Please note we do charge a small out of pocket fee for Team Care/EPC/GPMP appointments.
You can call our friendly receptionists on (08) 9438 2400 to book in your care plan.
General
August 24, 2018
Do you have group sessions? What are the times? Cost? Can the classes be claimed through private health funds if you have appropriate extras cover?
We have a number of group session available every day from Monday – Saturday.
Monday: 7-8am with Louise
Tuesday 5-6pm and 6-7pm with Matt
Wednesday: 5-6pm with Louise
Thursday: 6-7pm with Matt
Friday: 10-11am and 11-12noon with Matt
Saturday: 10:20-11:20am with Louise
Our classes are limited to 5 people to maximise your time with the Physiotherapist.
All classes are $40 (from 1st of September 2018) and can be claimed through your private health funds with appropriate cover.
It is best you have an initial assessment with either Louise or Matt before starting as they individualise each class specifically for the patients in them.
I hope this has helped and we will see you at Sportreat and TotaLife Care for a class soon 🙂
General
August 15, 2018
Do I need a referral?
A medical referral is not required to see any of the Sportreat practitioners unless you are making a claim under Workers Compensation, Motor Vehicle Accident Insurance, Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) or Veterans Affairs. Private Health Insurance companies do not require a medical referral for physiotherapy, massage therapy, dietetics and exercise physiology. You also do not require a referral to see the Sportreat doctor under Medicare.
General
March 30, 2018
Can I make a claim with Medicare for my treatment?
Consultations with the Sportreat doctor/s are claimable under the Medicare system. You cannot make a claim under Medicare for services provided by any of the other Sportreat practitioners, unless you have been referred under an Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) plan by your General Practitioner.
General
March 30, 2018
Can I claim under private health insurance for my treatment?
Allied Health Services (physiotherapy, massage, dietetics, exercise physiology) are generally claimable under your Private Health Insurance but will vary depending on the nature of your policy. Please contact your particular health insurer for more details if you are unsure.
General
March 30, 2018
What happens if I need to cancel my appointment?
In the event that you need to cancel your appointment, please contact us within 24 hours of your appointment time. Sportreat will send you a reminder text message to your mobile phone on the day prior to your appointment. You are able to confirm, cancel or re-schedule your appointment at this time Sportreat reserves the right to charge a cancellation fee in the event that you do not provide 24 hours notice of a cancellation.
General
March 30, 2018
Hi. My 10 year old daughter is doing a lot of little athletics and netball. She complains of sore knees often. I believe this could be due to flat feet, pigeon toes and knock knees. Do you have a physio who has more experience with this age group? I believe she might need sports taping to help her and if so I would like to know how to apply this each week. Who would you suggest we see, preferably after school hours? Thanks
Hi Donna,
Many thanks for your questions regarding your sporty 10 year old daughter. Knee pain in this age group, especially in the very active ones is not uncommon at all. Quite commonly we find it is a condition called Osgood Schlatter disease, which sounds much worse than it is.
All our Physiotherapists here are well experienced, educated and skilled to handle the problem you are most likely describing. We also have a resident Sports Podiatrist - Jason Rzepecki who would be valuable in a foot biomechanical and gait assessment. We offer appointments 7am - 7pm, so are well positioned to help after school hours.
Please feel free to book online here or phone 9438 2400 at your earliest.
Yours in Health
Sportreat.
Physiotherapist
November 3, 2020
Hi there,I recently had a baby and have being suffering with a sore neck and back since. I had an Osteopath appointment a couple of weeks ago and do not feel like it had helped. Just looking for some other options.Could you let me know if costs alsoThank you, Sarah
Hi Sarah,
Many thanks for your question.
Physiotherapy is a good starting point for what you are describing and we also have a Sports Chiropractor onsite if required.
Initial appointments for Physiotherapy are $89 with private health rebates available if you have appropriate cover.
Please ring 9438 2400 or book online at your earliest convenience.
Thanks
Sportreat and TotaLife Care
Physiotherapist
April 2, 2019
Hi Does your practice do frequency specific microcurrent therapy?Thanks
Hi Rowena,
Our Physiotherapists are trained in the use of Interferential therapy which uses electrical current to modulate pain and accelerate the self-healing process.
However we do not specifically use FSM.
Thanks for your inquiry and if you would like to book an appointment please call 08 9438 2400 or book online here.
Physiotherapist
December 21, 2018
Is Physiotherapy covered by medicare at all? I am having issues with my Vestibular system. Thanks Todd
Hi Todd,
Thanks for your inquiry.
Rochelle is our resident Vesitbular Physiotherapist and Medicare will contribute towards your Physiotherapy treatment if you qualify and are referred by a GP under a GP management care plan.
Otherwise Private Health Rebates apply if you decide to proceed private.
If you would like to discuss further please give us a call on (08) 9438 2400 or alternatively you can book online here.
Regards the Sportreat Team
Physiotherapist
December 6, 2018
I currently have painful hip/lower back/leg when I walk a few hundred metres. My doctor sent me for x rays which i have the films for, which may assist with a diagnosis. He suggested physio could help. In September I had a radical prostatectomy so walking has been my only exercise but prior to that I ran 5 days a week and went to the gym once or twice a week. So I presume physio is the option. Can you give me your opinion on that and perhaps tell me which of your team might be suitable for me to see.
Hi,
Thanks for your question.
Physio sounds like a great option for you given your current symptoms and history.
All our Physiotherapists are well qualified to assess your condition and give you the best possible treatment available.
Please phone 08 09438 2400 or book online here for an initial appointment. Please also bring your X-Rays and Doctor's referral if you have one.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
Regards,
Sportreat and TotaLife Care
Physiotherapist
October 25, 2018
Hi please let me know the cost of your clinical Pilates sessions and if you are register with Medibank private as a provider. ThanksOksana
Hi Oksana,
We have a number of group clinical Pilates available every day from Monday – Saturday.
Monday: 7-8am with Louise
Tuesday 5-6pm and 6-7pm with Matt
Wednesday: 5-6pm with Louise
Thursday: 6-7pm with Matt
Friday: 10-11am and 11-12noon with Matt
Saturday: 10:20-11:20am with Louise
Our classes are limited to 5 people to maximise your time with the Physiotherapist.
All classes are $40 (from 1st of September 2018) and can be claimed through your private health funds including Medibank private.
It is best you have an initial assessment with either Louise or Matt before starting as they individualise each class specifically for the patients in them.
I hope this has helped and you can call (08) 9438 2400 to book your initial assessment.
Physiotherapist
August 30, 2018
Do you work with Team Care Arrangements?
Hi Han,
Great question and we most certainly do!
We just require the referral from the GP and appropriate paperwork. Patients can even receive treatment from multiple professionals if required. For example you can see a Physiotherapist, Dietitian and Podiatrist all under the one roof at Sportreat and TotaLife Care on the same Team Care arrangement.
Please note we do charge a small out of pocket fee for Team Care/EPC/GPMP appointments.
You can call our friendly receptionists on (08) 9438 2400 to book in your care plan.
Physiotherapist
August 24, 2018
I'm just enquiring how much a consultation is was I need my knee's looked at
Hi Jessica,
Senior Physiotherapy Initial consultation is $98 for 40 minutes.
Physiotherapy Initial consultation is $85 for 40 minutes.
Please note private health rebates can be claimed on the spot if applicable.
Please feel free to book via our online booking system, or alternatively call our friendly reception team on (08) 9438 2400.
Physiotherapist
August 21, 2018
Do you have group sessions? What are the times? Cost? Can the classes be claimed through private health funds if you have appropriate extras cover?
We have a number of group session available every day from Monday – Saturday.
Monday: 7-8am with Louise
Tuesday 5-6pm and 6-7pm with Matt
Wednesday: 5-6pm with Louise
Thursday: 6-7pm with Matt
Friday: 10-11am and 11-12noon with Matt
Saturday: 10:20-11:20am with Louise
Our classes are limited to 5 people to maximise your time with the Physiotherapist.
All classes are $40 (from 1st of September 2018) and can be claimed through your private health funds with appropriate cover.
It is best you have an initial assessment with either Louise or Matt before starting as they individualise each class specifically for the patients in them.
I hope this has helped and we will see you at Sportreat and TotaLife Care for a class soon 🙂
Physiotherapist
August 15, 2018
Do I need a referral?
A medical referral is not required to see any of the Sportreat practitioners unless you are making a claim under Workers Compensation, Motor Vehicle Accident Insurance, Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) or Veterans Affairs. Private Health Insurance companies do not require a medical referral for physiotherapy, massage therapy, dietetics and exercise physiology. You also do not require a referral to see the Sportreat doctor under Medicare.
Physiotherapist
March 30, 2018
Do I need a referral?
A medical referral is not required to see any of the Sportreat practitioners unless you are making a claim under Workers Compensation, Motor Vehicle Accident Insurance, Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) or Veterans Affairs. Private Health Insurance companies do not require a medical referral for physiotherapy, massage therapy, dietetics and exercise physiology. You also do not require a referral to see the Sportreat doctor under Medicare.
Podiatrist
March 30, 2018
Hi there,I am having problems with my neck caused by computer work and was wondering how I can make an appointment for a remedial massage and what your pricing structure is. Do I need an initial appointment first prior to any treatment? If you can advise.Thanks in advance.
Hi Narelle,
Remedial Massage appointments are $95 for 60 minutes.
This is your initial appointment and your therapist will assess and treat you within that time frame.
Please note private health rebates can be claimed on the spot if applicable.
You can call our friendly reception team on (08) 9438 2400 to make a booking at your earliest convenience.
Remedial Massage Therapist
August 21, 2018
Do I need a referral?
A medical referral is not required to see any of the Sportreat practitioners unless you are making a claim under Workers Compensation, Motor Vehicle Accident Insurance, Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) or Veterans Affairs. Private Health Insurance companies do not require a medical referral for physiotherapy, massage therapy, dietetics and exercise physiology. You also do not require a referral to see the Sportreat doctor under Medicare.
Remedial Massage Therapist
March 30, 2018
What are the cost associated with stem cell therapy on 1 knee with OA?
Hi Darryl,
Dr Peter Nathan utilises PRP therapy or Platelet Rich Plasma therapy and if deemed an appropriate treatment after an initial assessment the cost will be $400 with your Medicare rebate applicable at the time.
To book an appointment please phone 08 9438 2400.
Thanks for your inquiry and please check out the informative links above.
Regards
Sportreat and TotaLife Care
Sports Medicine Doctor
September 14, 2018
Do I need a referral?
A medical referral is not required to see any of the Sportreat practitioners unless you are making a claim under Workers Compensation, Motor Vehicle Accident Insurance, Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) or Veterans Affairs. Private Health Insurance companies do not require a medical referral for physiotherapy, massage therapy, dietetics and exercise physiology. You also do not require a referral to see the Sportreat doctor under Medicare.
Sports Medicine Doctor
March 30, 2018
Can I make a claim with Medicare for my treatment?
Consultations with the Sportreat doctor/s are claimable under the Medicare system. You cannot make a claim under Medicare for services provided by any of the other Sportreat practitioners, unless you have been referred under an Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) plan by your General Practitioner.
Sports Medicine Doctor
March 30, 2018
