Tel: (03) 9579 5919
Treatments by Billy Gilhooley
Hands-on, evidence-based physiotherapy in Preston — personalised to your goals.
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Welcome to billygilhooley.physio, the professional site of physiotherapist Billy Gilhooley, based in Preston, Melbourne. All treatments are delivered in person at Specific Physiotherapy Preston, where Billy leads a multidisciplinary team focused on outcome-driven care for pain, injury, and performance.
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Whether you're recovering from injury, managing chronic pain, or striving to improve mobility, Billy uses a wide range of proven, hands-on physiotherapy techniques tailored to your condition. His clinical focus is to get you moving better, feeling stronger, and living with confidence.
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Manual Therapy
Restore Movement & Reduce Joint Stiffness
Manual therapy is a core component of Billy Gilhooley's treatment style. Techniques include:
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Joint mobilisation and traction
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Myofascial release and soft tissue techniques
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Mobilisation with movement
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Passive stretching and segmental assessment
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This approach helps reduce stiffness, restore mobility, and relieve joint-related pain, especially in the spine, hips, and shoulders.
Dry Needling
Release Trigger Points & Relieve Deep Muscle Tension
Dry needling uses fine, sterile needles to deactivate myofascial trigger points. It's effective in reducing muscular pain and improving neuromuscular function.
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Commonly treated areas:
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Neck and upper back
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Glutes and hip flexors
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Rotator cuff and shoulder muscles
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Lower limb tightness
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🔗 Learn more about dry needling
Sports Injury Rehabilitation
Elite-Level Treatment for All Athletes
Billy Gilhooley has years of experience working with elite athletes, including four seasons with the Hawthorn Football Club. His sports rehab protocols are performance-focused and practical.
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Services include:
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Soft tissue treatment and joint care
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Progressive loading plans
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Strength and conditioning
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Return-to-play and reinjury prevention strategies
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Chronic Pain Physiotherapy
Support for Persistent Pain Conditions
Chronic pain requires a longer-term, multi-dimensional treatment plan. Billy combines:
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Manual therapy
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Graded movement exposure
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Pain education
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Strengthening and function-based rehab
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Helpful for:
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Fibromyalgia
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Long-term back pain
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Repetitive strain issues
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Nerve sensitivity and postural fatigue
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Post-Surgical Physiotherapy
Recovery Plans That Support Long-Term Function
After surgery, your recovery is as important as the procedure itself. Billy provides post-op rehab for:
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ACL and meniscus repair
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Joint replacements (hip, knee, shoulder)
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Spinal surgery (discectomy, fusion, laminectomy)
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Rotator cuff and shoulder stabilisation procedures
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Goals include restoring range, strength, control, and confidence.
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Pregnancy & Postnatal Physiotherapy
Safe, Targeted Care for Women
Billy offers safe and effective treatment options for pregnant and postnatal clients. He addresses:
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Lower back and pelvic pain
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SIJ dysfunction and hip tightness
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Rib and thoracic discomfort
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Diastasis recti and post-birth core weakness
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Care is based on clinical guidelines and can be complemented with massage via remedialmassagepreston.com.
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NDIS Physiotherapy
Individualised Support for Participants
Billy works with self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants, offering:
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Functional movement assessments
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Pain and mobility treatment
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Gait and balance training
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Documentation and support for NDIS reviews
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All treatments are designed with participant goals in mind.
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📬 Contact Billy about NDIS care
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Exercise Prescription
Movement-Based Rehab That Builds Strength & Control
Exercise prescription is often paired with manual therapy to support long-term recovery and resilience. Programs include:
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Core and postural strengthening
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Injury prevention and joint stability
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Proprioceptive and balance training
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Return-to-activity loading plans
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Billy ensures each exercise is specific, safe, and aligned to your condition and lifestyle.
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Contact Us
Address
149 Plenty Rd Preston VIC 3072
Contact
(03) 9579 5919
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
09:00 am – 9:00 pm
Saturday
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
​Sunday
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
