What is this service?
Physiotherapists work with children to return to their normal activities (e.g. walking, running, sports) following a recent injury or surgery. Physiotherapists work with children to improve their muscle strength, improve joint movement and reduce pain.
Who is this service for?
This service is for children aged 0 – 18 years requiring physiotherapy for conditions such as plagiocephaly, torticollis or positional talipes, or to improve their ability to move after a recent injury, bone fracture, or simple surgery. Please note, referrals for children eligible to be seen by a community health centre will be re-directed, as appropriate.
How to refer to this service?
A referral from a health professional is required for these services.
You will be contacted after a referral has been received. You will be provided with information about the next steps.
Cost:
- These clinics are a free service for Medicare Patients.
- Please see https://www.nh.org.au/patients-and-visitors/patient-account-information/ for more information including for Medicare Ineligible patients.
Contact us
To enquire about your referral:
Contact Community Access Services (CAS)
Phone: 9495 3443
Fax: 8405 8616
For other enquiries:
Craigieburn Centre
274-304 Craigieburn Road, Craigieburn
Phone: 8338 3000
Northern Hospital Epping
185 Copper Street, Epping
Phone: 8405 8580
- Locations offering this service
- Northern Hospital Epping
- Craigieburn Centre
