Shockwave Therapy
Flex has been working hard to finally bring MLS Laser Therapy to our clients. This advanced technology uses specific wavelengths of light energy to target the source of pain at the cellular level. It facilitates healing to reduce pain, inflammation, oedema and produces an analgesic effect- all in a non-invasive manner.
What to expect from MLS Laser treatment
The MLS Laser combines two wavelengths that allow it to spread deeply into the tissues of the body to induce pain relief and anti-inflammatory action.
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Most sessions will take 10-15 minutes from start to finish, depending on the area affected and the reason for treatment. Our physiotherapist will set you up in the most efficient and comfortable position before programming the robotic head to complete its treatment.
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As treatment is happening at a cellular level, there should be no sensation on the skin although some clients have reported a warming sensation.
How many sessions are needed?
Our physiotherapists will utilise laser therapy as a rehabilitation tool within their individualised treatment plan to give you the best results. The typical course of treatment takes between 6 to 12 sessions but it could be less or more depending on your concern. It is imperative that you finish the course prescribed to you as improvements will be noticeable after every session.
What kind of conditions does laser therapy help with?
We’ve been getting amazing responses from our clients for all sorts of conditions. Below is a small look at the conditions that we’ve treated:
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Bursitis
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Sprains and strains
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Tendonitis
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Hip or knee pain
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Neck pain
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Fibromyalgia
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Back pain
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Muscle tears
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Lymphedema
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Arthritis
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Joint pin
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Sciatica
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My GP gave me a Chronic Disease Management (CDM), formerly known as Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) Plan. Can I use this at your clinic?Flex Allied Health accepts CDM/EPCs, however a gap charge will incur depending on the therapy provided. We can utilise the 5 sessions per calendar year (1st of January to 31st of December). The 5 sessions provided by Medicare can be used among different Allied Health Practitioners so it is important that you keep track of how many sessions you’ve used with this plan. It is your responsibility to know how many sessions you’ve already used in the year. If Medicare informs us or you that you have used the maximum number of services within the year, then you are responsible for paying this cost out of pocket. If you have any further questions, you may refer to Medicare for more information, or ask your GP.
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I am unable to come out to the clinic, do you provide mobile services?Though we encourage appointments at the clinic due to cost of travel, resources and environment- we understand that there are circumstances where you are unable to travel. Our therapists are able to travel to you if you are within our catchment area which is approximately a 30-minute travel radius from our clinic. If you’d like to know more, please give us a call to discuss this with our administration team.
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What Private Health Insurance companies do you take?Private Health Insurance: Physiotherapists: ACA Health AHM AAMI Apia Australian Unity Budget Direct Health BUPA CBHS CBHS Corporate Health CUA Health Defence Health Emergency Services Health Frank Health Insurance GMHBA Health HBF HCF Health.com.au HIF Latrobe Medibank Navy Health NIB OneMediFund Peoplecare Phoenix Health Police Health QANTAS Assure Queensland Country RT Health Suncorp Teachers Health Fund TUH Uni Health Westfund Health Podiatrists: ACA Health AHM AAMI Apia Australian Unity Budget Direct Health BUPA CBHS CBHS Corporate Health CUA Health Defence Health Emergency Services Health Frank Health Insurance GMHBA Health HBF HCF Health.com.au HIF Latrobe Medibank Navy Health NIB OneMediFund Peoplecare Phoenix Health Police Health QANTA Assure Queensland Country Rt Health Suncorp Teachers Health Fund TUH Uni Health Westfund Health Psychologists: ACA Health AHM AAMI Apia Australian Unity Budget Direct Health BUPA CBHS CBHS Corproate Health CUA Health Defence Health Frank Health Insurance GMHBA Health HBF Health.com.au HIF Latrobe Medibank Navy Health NIB OneMediFund Peoplecare Phoenix Health Qantas Assure Queensland Country Rt Health Teachers Health Fund TUH Speech Pathologists: ACA Health AHM AAMI Apia Australian Unity Budget Direct Health BUPA CBHS CBHS Corporate Health CUA Health Defence Health Emergency Services Health GMHBA Health HBF HCF Health.com.au HIF Latrobe Medibank Navy Health NIB OneMediFund Peoplecare Phoenix Health Police Health QANTAS Assure Queensland Country Rt Health Suncorp Teachers Health Fund TUH Uni Health Westfund