Brunswick & Flemington
- Range of holistic offerings including remedial massage, chiropractic, and counselling
- Open weekdays, early mornings, evenings and weekends: only 5 minutes away
- Face to face or online appointments available with rebates
The team at Body & Brain Centre help Brunswick & Flemington residents who have pain or injuries, pregnancy woes, anxiety or depression, irritable gut, allergies or intolerances, troubling periods, dizziness - or simply want to be the healthiest version of themselves.
We realise health concerns can be confusing and stressful. Who do you see? Why can’t you find a solution that works? You just want to feel good again and get on with your daily activities and hobbies without pain or worry. You want a happy and healthy life.
You deserve it. Our practitioners genuinely care and want you to enjoy your life - they’ll go the extra mile to get to the bottom of your struggles and pains. You can expect us to constantly learn and explore the latest research. And check on you between your appointments.
We see “quick fixes”. But also complex, chronic complaints where a team approach is required. With your permission, your team will discuss your case to get you better results - more quickly.
Services
Physical Health
- Chiropractic
- Remedial massage
- Myotherapy
Nutritional Health
- Dietetics
- Nutrition
- Naturopathy
Brain Health
- Vestibular & neurological rehabilitation
- Neurofeedback
- QEEG functional brain scans
Traditional Health
- Acupuncture
- Traditional Chinese medicine
Emotional Health
- Counselling
- Meditation
Chiropractic
What chiropractic can help with: sports injuries, back pain, headaches, dizziness, alignment.
Our experienced chiropractors treat the whole body. Each consult includes massage and chiropractic adjustments. Rehab exercises, laser therapy, taping and more may also be used. We offer longer consultations if needed.
- Chiropractic at Body and Brain Centre
Remedial Massage & Myotherapy
What remedial massage and myotherapy can help with: Swelling, body aches, injuries, muscle tension, stress relief.
More than just massage - dry needling, cupping & lymphatic drainage may be used. Our remedial massage therapists are fully qualified, insured and in high demand.
- Remedial Massage and Myotherapy at Body and Brain Centre
Dietetics & Nutrition
What dietetics and nutrition can help with: weight loss, allergies or intolerances, diabetes, eating disorders, heart diseases, diabetes, gastro diseases.
Dietitians provide expert nutritional advice and education how to fuel your body appropriately. Your plan will set up incremental changes to make lasting changes.
- Dietetics and Nutrition at Body and Brain Centre
Naturopathy
What naturopathy can help with: Hormonal imbalances. Preconception, pregnancy and postnatal health.Stress & anxiety. Gut problems.
Naturopaths use diet, nutritional supplements, botanical therapy and lifestyle advice to tap into your body’s ability to heal itself,. This holistic therapy treats the person and not the condition.
- Naturopathy at Body and Brain Centre
Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
What acupuncture & TCM can help with: Balance hormones. Build energy & vitality.Resolve pain & dizziness.
More than just needles - Traditional Chinese Medicine encompasses a way of life. Your skilful acupuncturist will give you home advice and maybe a herbal remedy to continue the healing. Cupping, moxa, laser (needle-free acupuncture) or massage may also be included.
- Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicineat Body and Brain Centre
Neurological & Vestibular Rehabilitation
What neurological & vestibular rehabilitation can help with: Dizziness. Chronic pain. Migraines.
We’ll help you use your brain’s ability to learn and adapt. You’ll tap into your brain’s learning ability using specific exercises and therapies. Your treatment may involve muscle strengthening and coordination, eye tracking, mirror therapy, balance training, and cognitive exercises.
- Neuro Rehabilitation at Body and Brain Centre
Neurofeedback
What neurofeedback can help with: Migraines. Concussion. Brain fog. Stress.
Biofeedback is a safe, medication-free, fun therapy suited for both kids and adults. Kids play games controlled by their brain and adults enjoy sitting back to watch a movie or documentary. We measure body functions - like heart rate variability, breathing or brainwaves. You’ll get cues to strengthen brain connections and train your body and brain to be aware of what it feels like to be healthy and relaxed.
- Biofeedback at Body and Brain Centre
QEEG Functional Brain Scans
Your MRI & CT are clear but it still doesn’t feel like something is “right.” A QEEG assesses how connected and functional the brain is - what areas are underperforming and others that are in overdrive. Therapy can then be targeted very specifically.
Psychology
What psychology can help with: Trauma. Anxiety. Depression. Grief.
Psychologists are trained to understand how you think, feel and learn. You’ll be invited to share your experiences. You’ll reflect. We’ll help you understand the connection between your physical and psychological self. And resolve conscious and subconscious problems.
Counselling
What counselling can help with: Relationship difficulties. Postpartum blues. Adjusting to life changes. Stress relief.
Counselling is a journey to self healing. You’ll learn strategies and solutions to cope with your feelings but also understand why you are experiencing those difficulties. You’ll share your story and experiences and be given ‘homework’ when you are ready. You’ll explore and get a greater understanding of your mind body connection.
- Counselling at Body and Brain Centre
Clinical hypnotherapy
What clinical hypnotherapy can help with: Quit smoking. Reduce anxiety. Control weight. Deal with phobias.
Hypnosis is used to rewrite our negative, self-sabotaging behaviours and thoughts. When you are in a relaxed state, positive affirmations will be repeated. This is a literal therapy to retrain your subconscious thoughts to be more empowered and fulfilling. To realise you are enough. You are strong and capable.
- Hypnotherapy at Body and Brain Centre
Getting to Body & Brain Centre from Flemington
By car
Options: Ascot Vale Rd or by The Crescent and Ascot Vale Rd.
By public transport
Train: Craigieburn line - get off at Moonee Ponds Station. Walk 700m to the clinic.
Tram: 59 - get off at Moonee Ponds Junction. Walk 180m to the clinic.
Bus: 404 - get off at Chaucer St, Stop 33. Walk 160m to the clinic.
Rebates
Available rebates include:
MEDICARE REBATES
Medicare rebates may apply for Chiropractic & Dietetics. There will still be a small out of pocket expense but Medicare will pay for the majority of the consultation.
PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE REBATES
We offer on the spot rebates for most services - swipe your card and just pay the gap. No need to run around with receipts. Private health rebates are usually claimable for extras cover for Chiropractic, Remedial Massage, Myotherapy, Chinese Medicine and Dietetics.
There’s great variation between policies and companies. So check with your fund if you have questions about how much you’ll get back. From our experience, rebates can range from 15% to 100%.
We care for Brunswick and Flemington locals
Brunswick and Flemington locals visit us because we genuinely care and love what we do. We’ll go the extra mile to see you healthy - whether that’s conceiving, getting back to work or being happier.
Make a booking
Make a booking: if you have a chronic problem, choose our Free Health Care Plan consultation.
Contact us if you have any questions.
