Tel: 0490 021 474
Treatments by Billy Gilhooley
Hands-on, evidence-based physiotherapy in Preston — personalised to your goals.
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.
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.
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
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.
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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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.
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
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
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
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
Goals include restoring range, strength, control, and confidence.
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
Care is based on clinical guidelines and can be complemented with massage via remedialmassagepreston.com.
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
All treatments are designed with participant goals in mind.
📬 Contact Billy about NDIS care
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
Billy ensures each exercise is specific, safe, and aligned to your condition and lifestyle.
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
