Introducing Billy Gilhooley: Preston Physiotherapist with a Results-Driven Approach

Welcome to billygilhooley.physio — a place where you’ll find practical advice, honest clinical insights, and the latest in physiotherapy research.

My name is Billy Gilhooley, and I’m a physiotherapist based in Preston, Victoria. I created this blog to share what I’ve learned from years of hands-on clinical work — not just theory, but real-world treatment that’s helped thousands of people move better, feel stronger, and get back to doing what they love.

This site is for anyone seeking clarity in a noisy industry — whether you're a client, referring practitioner, or fellow physio. While I treat patients exclusively at Specific Physiotherapy Preston, this blog gives me space to go deeper — into how I think, what I do differently, and what actually works in the treatment room.

🧠 A Bit About Me

I’ve built my practice around evidence-based treatment, precision, and purpose.

My qualifications include:

• Master of Physiotherapy Practice

• Bachelor of Health Sciences (Major in Human Anatomy & Physiology)

• Diploma of Remedial Massage

• Certificate IV in Hypnotherapy Practice

Before opening Specific Physiotherapy Preston, I spent four seasons providing soft tissue treatment to elite athletes at the Hawthorn Football Club. That experience refined my understanding of performance, pressure, and recovery — but it also taught me that every client deserves elite-level attention, not just athletes.

Now, I apply those same standards to everyone I treat — whether you’re a tradie with a busted shoulder, a new mum with back pain, or someone managing long-term symptoms through the NDIS.

🎯 My Treatment Style: Focused, Evidence-Based, and Results-Driven

You don’t need a degree to know when a session is working — you can feel it. My style is clear and simple:

• Assess what’s actually going on

• Treat the specific structures involved

• Give the right input to create change

• Move toward a long-term solution

No one physio treatment is the same. I use a combination of manual therapy, joint mobilisation, dry needling, and exercise prescription, depending on what your body needs — not what’s trending on social media.

What separates my work isn’t that it’s “hands-on” (many physios are) — it’s that it’s purposeful.

Every session is delivered with a plan, not a routine. My job is to help you walk out of each appointment feeling like progress was made — and with a clear path forward.

🏥 What You Can Expect When You See Me

All sessions are conducted at Specific Physiotherapy Preston, located at 149 Plenty Road, Preston VIC 3072. I treat a broad range of clients, including:

• Acute and chronic pain presentations

• Sports and overuse injuries

• Post-surgical recovery

• NDIS clients requiring ongoing physiotherapy

• Office workers and everyday movers

I don’t waste time. I treat with intent, communicate clearly, and make sure every appointment adds value to your recovery. Whether it’s one session or a longer rehab journey, I’ll give you straight answers and focused care.

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📚 What You’ll Find on This Blog

This blog isn’t a sales pitch — it’s a resource. Here’s what I’ll be covering over time:

• Clinical insights into common physio techniques

• Breakdown of new and relevant research

• Thoughts on chronic pain, patient outcomes, and rehab trends

• Advice for clients navigating injury, post-surgical care, or pain flare-ups

• Professional commentary for students and health peers

It’s an extension of how I practise: practical, honest, and always results-focused.

✅ Want to Work With Me?

I don’t take bookings through this website — all appointments are managed through my clinic.

📍 Specific Physiotherapy Preston 149 Plenty Road, Preston VIC 3072

📞 (03) 9579 5919

📅 Click here to book via Halaxy

If you’re a support coordinator, GP, specialist, or referring health professional, feel free to get in touch via my Contact page.

Thanks for reading, and welcome to the blog. Whether you're a new client or just here to learn, I hope you’ll find something here that informs your choices, sharpens your thinking, or simply helps you move forward — one step at a time.

Written by Billy Gilhooley — Physiotherapist, Preston VIC