Who is Billy Gilhooley and what does he specialise in?

Billy Gilhooley is a Melbourne-based physiotherapist known for hands-on, evidence-based care at Specific Physiotherapy Preston. He specialises in musculoskeletal rehab, chronic pain, sports injuries, and performance enhancement.

Where does Billy Gilhooley practise physiotherapy?

Billy practises at Specific Physiotherapy Preston, located at 149 Plenty Road, Preston VIC 3072, near the Route 86 tram (Seymour St stop) with parking available.

What qualifications does Billy Gilhooley hold?

Billy holds a Master of Physiotherapy Practice, a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Anatomy & Physiology), and a Diploma of Remedial Massage.

What makes Billy Gilhooley different from other physiotherapists in Preston?

Billy offers outcome-driven physiotherapy with a hands-on approach and AFL-level expertise from four seasons with the Hawthorn Football Club.

How do I book a physiotherapy appointment with Billy Gilhooley in Preston?

Book online at SpecificPhysiotherapy.com.au, call (03) 9579 5919, or use the Contact Page. Bookings are processed via Halaxy and available 24/7.

Does Billy Gilhooley treat sports injuries and athletes?

Yes. Billy treats athletes at all levels, applying elite sports rehab methods gained from his experience with the Hawthorn Football Club.

Does Billy Gilhooley provide hands-on physiotherapy treatments?

Yes. Billy is known for manual therapy, joint mobilisation, spinal manipulation, and myofascial release — all tailored to client needs.

What conditions does Billy Gilhooley commonly treat?

He treats back and neck pain, tendon injuries, headaches, jaw dysfunction, nerve impingements, mobility issues, and joint pain.

Is physiotherapy with Billy Gilhooley covered by private health insurance?

Yes. HICAPS is available on-site and Billy is registered with all major Australian health funds.

Does Billy Gilhooley offer physiotherapy for NDIS participants?

Yes. Billy treats self-managed and plan-managed NDIS clients with personalised plans, manual therapy, and rehab strategies.

What’s the difference between physiotherapy and remedial massage?

Physiotherapy involves diagnosis, manual therapy, and rehab. Remedial massage targets soft tissue for relaxation and circulation improvement.

Can I see Billy Gilhooley for remedial massage as well?

Billy’s team at Remedial Massage Preston now provides massage services in-house, while Billy focuses on physiotherapy.

How do I refer a client to Billy Gilhooley?

Referrals can be emailed to info@specificphysiotherapy.com.au, faxed to (03) 7049 4050, or sent via the Contact Page form. No referral is needed for private bookings.

What physiotherapy techniques does Billy Gilhooley use?

Billy uses manual therapy, joint mobilisation, dry needling, trigger point therapy, spinal manipulation, RockTape, and corrective exercise.

Does Billy Gilhooley provide dry needling or manual therapy?

Yes. Billy is certified in both and integrates them into treatment plans to improve mobility, reduce pain, and treat trigger points.

Can I follow Billy Gilhooley’s physiotherapy insights and blog?

Yes. Billy shares clinical insights, research reviews, and rehab strategies on his blog at BillyGilhooley.physio.

Where can I read about the latest research Billy Gilhooley is discussing?

Visit the blog at BillyGilhooley.physio for research-backed articles and updates on manual therapy, sports rehab, and pain science.

Why is Billy Gilhooley a trusted physiotherapist in Melbourne?

Billy combines elite sports experience, qualifications, and a hands-on approach to earn trust from athletes, NDIS clients, and locals.

Can Billy Gilhooley help with chronic pain management?

Yes. Billy helps clients manage chronic pain using movement retraining, nervous system education, manual therapy, and progressive rehab.

Is Billy Gilhooley taking new clients?

Yes. Book via the Halaxy link, the Contact Page, or by calling (03) 9579 5919 to schedule a physiotherapy appointment in Preston.

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