Welcome to Hills Physiotherapy
Allied Health Services in Rowville, Emerald, and Knox
Hills Physiotherapy has been operating in Emerald for over 30 years, providing the premier physiotherapy, osteopathy, exercise physiology, pilates, remedial massage, myotherapy and associated health services to the hills. With our new locations in Emerald and Knox we’re excited to be able to offer our extensive experience to the Dandenongs and surrounds.
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More TipsBasketball Physio in Rowville and Knox: Ready for the Season?
By the Hills Physiotherapy team
Tryouts are over, new teams have started training, and Friday nights are about to be spent driving across Melbourne again. The new VJBL season is nearly here, and plenty of basketball families around Rowville, Knox and Wantirna are settling back into the routine.
We see plenty of basketballers at Hills, and we understand the demands of the game, the frustration of sitting out, and the temptation to declare yourself fit because there’s an important game this Friday.
At Hills Physiotherapy, basketball injury management brings together two things our clinicians focus on: helping people recover and helping athletes perform at a higher level.
Rehab that matches the demands of the game
An ankle might feel comfortable walking around school, but defending a quick guard, landing on someone’s foot or changing direction at speed asks a lot more of it. Rehabilitation needs to prepare you for those demands, with a plan that accounts for training, games, gym sessions and recovery.
Returning after an ACL injury
That matters even more after a significant injury like an ACL rupture. Following ACL reconstruction, time matters, but the calendar alone can’t tell us whether you’re ready. Strength, jumping and hopping performance, movement control, confidence and exposure to basketball training all help inform that decision.
No single test guarantees a safe return. Interpreting the results properly is what makes testing useful.
We use tools including the VALD DynaMo to measure strength objectively and track progress, along with the return-to-sport testing lab at OrthoSport Victoria. Those measurements show us what needs work and make rehabilitation more specific. The equipment gives us useful numbers. Clinical judgement and an understanding of basketball help us decide what to do with them.
Is surgery always needed?
Our team follows contemporary, evidence-based non-surgical injury management closely, and recent research has changed how we think about ACL ruptures. MRI studies show that some ACL injuries can heal without surgery. Early results from a specific bracing protocol have shown healing in a much higher proportion of carefully selected patients, particularly when bracing starts soon after the injury.
For some people, structured rehabilitation with the option of surgery later is a reasonable pathway. For a young athlete returning to a pivoting sport like basketball, that decision needs careful individual assessment and discussion with their treating team.
Achilles ruptures are similar. Some can be managed without surgery, but they need prompt assessment and an honest discussion of the risks on both sides. Keeping up with the evidence helps us explain the options clearly.
Jumping higher and lasting longer
Jumping is a big part of basketball, and improving jump performance is something we enjoy working on. Many of our physios have elite sport and strength and conditioning backgrounds, so we can look after both the injury and the performance side.
If your goal is your first dunk, we understand the desire. There are few better feelings in the game. We can work towards it with a progressive program that fits your current capacity and basketball schedule. Unfortunately, enthusiasm alone still won’t get your hand above the ring.
Match fitness matters too. It’s hard to make good decisions when all you can think about is how gassed you are from the last four plays.
Footwear and orthotics
We also assess footwear and consider orthotics where there’s a clear reason they may help, alongside strength work and managing training load.
Our orthotist, James Pierini, consults at our Rowville clinic. Book with James
Book in this season
Whether you’re managing an injury, returning after surgery or looking to improve your performance this season, our Rowville clinic in Wellington Village and our Knox clinic opposite Westfield Knox welcome basketball players from Wantirna and the surrounding suburbs.
Bring your basketball goals. We’ll work out what you need to build towards them.
Or call Rowville (03) 9755 6688 or Knox (03) 9753 2507
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Physiotherapy
With a wealth of experience in all sports, work injuries, and advanced pain control techniques - our Physiotherapists will diagnose your condition and work with you to address the root of the problem.
Remedial Massage
Using "hands-on" techniques to reduce pain and spasm in soft tissues and relieve stress. This is an essential part of maintaining a healthy body.
Clinical Pilates
Sophisticated exercise classes to correct abnormal movement patterns, and strengthen sore bodies. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Myotherapy
Effective treatment of painful conditions using massage, needling and other pain relieving techniques. Can have amazing health benefits.
Orthotist
Analyses movement problems and fabricates devices to support normal movement. Foot orthotics, Knee braces, custom lymphoedema garments, and fracture management.
And Many More Services
- Dry Needling
- Aquatic Therapy
- Chronic Pain Management
- Spinal Manipulation
- Sports Injuries
About Us
Physiotherapy aims at relieving joint pain and restoring normal movement for any muscle, joint or bone injury. Skilled therapists will use a range of techniques including manipulation, massage, dry needling, aquatic physiotherapy, craniosacral therapy and exercise prescription to achieve results and relieve pain.
Hills Physiotherapy has been operating at the corner of Monbulk and Main Roads for over 30 years, providing the highest quality care to the community. We are located across from Woolworths and Worrell Reserve.
Opening Hours
Emerald
- Mon - Fri
- 8am - 8pm
- Saturday
- 8am - 12:30pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Knox
- Mon
- 8:30-6pm
- Tues
- 9-5:30pm
- Wed
- 9:30-8pm
- Thurs
- 9am - 8pm
- Fri
- 9 -5pm
- Sat
- 8am -12pm
Rowville
- Mon - Fri
- 8am - 7pm
- Saturday
- 8am - 12:30pm
- Sunday
- Closed
A Word From Ben Kewish
Hills Physiotherapy is committed to offering the highest quality in Allied Health Care, with experienced therapists providing a range of complementary medical services. All of our clinicians offer focused, one-on-one service aimed at delivering results today. We work WITH you, the patient, to address the cause of your pain or dysfunction, so that you can become independent of our services and pain-free long term. After becoming the premiere Allied Health facility in the Dandenongs, we are excited to offer our services to Rowville and surrounds, and think that our range of services make Hills Physiotherapy hard to beat.
- Ben Kewish
Owner and Physiotherapist
