Experienced and trusted.
Promising you the best care, every time.
Experienced and trusted.
Promising you the best care, every time.
Your Local Physio in Templestowe
Aiming to provide the best not the biggest, Hands-On Physiotherapy is a boutique physiotherapy clinic in Templestowe owned and operated by an experienced physiotherapist, Carmel Phillips.
Half-hour, one-on-one appointments, treatment is based on a detailed accurate assessment and is aimed at the cause of the problem, not just the symptoms. There is a strong emphasis on a hands-on approach to treatment.
Caring for the teenage athlete, the injured worker, the damaged middle-aged weekend warrior, and the sore senior citizen, Hands-On Physiotherapy guarantees that you will get the highest quality care.
What My Patients Say
I have been seeing Carmel for over 30 years. Clinically brilliant, extremely professional, and always kind and gentle in her approach. I trust Carmel completely and would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone seeking exceptional physiotherapy care. 🌟
Carmel is an amazing physio who I highly recommend. I started seeing Carmel for my back a couple of years ago & when I fractured my shoulder I didn't think twice about where to go for my physio rehab. Carmel helped me through a very difficult time, was patient, understanding, helpful & explained everything clearly with a wealth of knowledge, during my recovery. Thanks Carmel.
Carmel is an absolutely outstanding physiotherapist! From the moment I walked in, I felt like I was in the best hands. Her depth of knowledge is immediately clear—she takes the time to explain everything in a way that’s easy to understand, and her advice is always practical and tailored specifically to your needs. What really sets Carmel apart is her warm, encouraging personality. She’s genuinely caring, attentive, and makes every session something to look forward to. Thanks to her expert guidance, I’ve made incredible progress and feel more confident in my recovery than ever before. She has a fantastic ability to motivate you, even on the tougher days, and her positive energy is truly contagious. It’s rare to find someone so professional yet so personable—Carmel is a true gem in her field. I highly recommend Carmel to anyone looking for top-tier physiotherapy care!
Always a positive experience coming here. Carmel has such extensive knowledge and ensures that a minor injury never progresses into a chronic issue. Would recommend to everyone 👍
Wow Carmel what a delightful person you are. She did such a fantastic job. To be honest I did not believe. that it could be achieve such a velcome result after the first visit. The difference is amazing I would highly highly recommend to see Carmel if you would like to read of your pain. Ida
Thank you Carmel for all your help and support! Your advice has helped me better my back!! will be coming back for the next injury (hopefully not soon ahaha) thanks again!!
Carmel is simply amazing!! She saved me from excruciating lower back pains due to a slipped disc and within a few days, I started feeling better. She knew exactly what was causing the pain and how to heal it. She really shows she cares and she’s great company! Could not recommend more
Carmel is a dedicated highly skilled professional who actually listens and thinks outside the box. Her extensive knowledge and subsequent conversations have allowed me to make very informed decisions about my chronic health issues and subsequent management plans. An advocate for women's health and managing chronic pain and I have no hesitation in recommending her, especially if you're not getting to the bottom of your issues with your current practitioners.
Wonderfully supportive and insightful throughout each stage of my treatment.......added bonus Carmel also has a great personality!!
Carmel was recommended to me by a friend as I had on going neck pain. Carmel is very thorough and caring. Effective treatment and great advise for healthy posture as we age. I Highly recommend Carmel
I forgot to leave a review for Carmel but just remembered now because it’s been almost 8 months since I’ve had no issues! Had a lot of pain around my foot start of the year and she was brilliant to identify and treat the pain which was recurring for a bit. Then advised proper footwear, insoles etc and touch wood I’ve been ok! My life in general has improved so much and can’t thank her enough! Highly recommended for anyone looking for a great Physio in the area!!
Have been seeing Carmel for few years already since I moved to the area, and can guarantee I would not still be playing competitive sports without her care and guidance. Carmel has a strong focus on getting you back to doing what you love and are meticulous in her directions and follow up outside the practice. I have and will again recommend Carmel to anyone suffering a sports injury or general life related pain symptom, she is absolutely terrific.
I suffered a significant shoulder injury some months ago that nobody was able to accurately diagnose. I saw Carmel for this problem and she was able to diagnose me with a very uncommon tendon injury just by examining me. She ordered an MRI which proved exactly what she said it was. Because of her skill, knowledge and vast experience, I was able to get the help I needed and I am now well on the road to recovery. I cannot recommend Carmel highly enough. She is absolutely wonderful.
I have been to few Physios with my lower back issue and no one can compare to Carmel. Other Physios incorrectly diagnosed me had IBT band, TFL issue and wanted me to keep doing the exercise to build muscle when I was in extreme pain. Lucky I met Carmel that I actually had pinched nerve sciatica issue which I need to do the complete opposite not to exercise to hurt it anymore. From now I will not go to any Physio but Carmel. 1000% recommended.
My husband and I are both 77. Carmel has looked after us for years, starting long before she moved to Templestowe. She cares about the whole person so is helpful to people of all ages.
Carmel has "magic" hands. I seen few Physiotherapist, never got any better with my sore back and muscle pains. Since I met Carmel, the pain's all gone only after seen her couple of times. She's the best, my life changes so much because of her experiences and professional thoughts, suggestions. Would like to say thank you Carmel you are amazing !! :)
I have nice experiences with Carmel . She changed my point of view to physician from bad experiences which I had before.
If you are looking for an exceptional physio you’ve found one right here. I’ve been seeing Carmel as required for years now, and problem is solved quickly Well worth my time to travel from one side of town to the other.
Carmel has been incredible treating me from an old back injury that occurred a few years ago. I’ve been continuing to see her consistently after that for maintenance as I work in healthcare. She has an immense wealth of knowledge from stretches, care post an injury and much more. With that and her caring nature is what keeps bringing me back to see her, I know I am in good hands and I never walk out of her practice without a good laugh with her too. Strongly recommend Carmel if you’re looking for an amazing Physio!
Carmel has been very helpful in assisting myself and my daughter with her sporting injuries for as long as I can remember. She provides great advice and treatment options. Carmel always shows a genuine interest and cares for her patients which is quite rare. I definitely recommend her!!
Carmel has been wonderful support for the whole family helping us all to recover from various sporting injuries ever since we moved to Melbourne.
Carmel was professional and efficient in assessing and treating my injury. She offered sound advice and a range of treatment options. I would definitely recommend her to friends.
I work in the fitness industry and I get injuries occasionally. Carmel is my go to physio to get my ageing body back on track. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking a great physio with a wealth of experience and knowledge she'll have you feeling good as new in no time
I completely trust my back to Carmel, who has benefitted from her most extensive experience to understand my particular condition. She has tailored her treatment accordingly. As well as her sensitive "hands-on" therapy in session, Carmel 's wholistic approach extends to suggesting lifestyle changes to help me at home, together with an exercise regime. At all times she has explained and educated. I have found Carmel to be caring and professional and would recommend her unreservedly.
Carmel is by far the best physio I have seen in my almost 20 years of enduring shoulder ache associated with desk work. She has taught me how to stretch with neck retractions, which has helped and prevented recurring shoulder problems. No other physio has showed me the neck retractions in the past. Hence Carmel is definitely one of the most experienced physios you could find. Highly recommend!
Reasons to choose Hands-On Physiotherapy:
• No doctor’s referral needed
• Registered with all private health funds for HICAPS rebate
• Medibank Private preferred provider
• Bupa Members First physiotherapist
• HCF More for Muscles programme participant
• Medicare Enhanced Primary Care programme participant
• Telehealth consultations available by request
• Aged and disability pensioner discount

Our physiotherapy services are proven to help with issues such as neck and back pain, workplace and sporting injuries, musculoskeletal problems, headaches, knee and leg pain and lots of other ailments. We get hands-on to ensure you get better!
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