The Optimal Health Lab
Welcome to The Optimal Health Lab, the premier destination for comprehensive health, performance enhancement, and overall wellbeing in Eltham’s Diamond Valley. Our facility is designed to be a hub where excellence meets community, providing a supportive environment for patients from the moment they arrive to the moment they leave.
Our multidisciplinary team of elite allied health professionals specializes in physiotherapy, clinical psychology, podiatry, dietetics, and myotherapy. We pride ourselves on delivering personalized, evidence-based care tailored to your unique story and goals. Whether you are recovering from a complex injury, managing chronic conditions, or seeking to optimize your physical potential, our experts provide holistic solutions that address both the body and mind.
We offer a wide array of specialized services, including advanced sports and exercise physiotherapy, spinal care, pre- and post-operative rehabilitation, and dedicated women’s health physiotherapy. Our clinic also excels in managing invisible illnesses such as fibromyalgia, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and persistent pain, ensuring that no patient is left behind. Additionally, our pre-pointe assessments support young dancers in their journey safely.
Recovery and strengthening don't have to be solitary or boring. Experience the "OHL difference" with our engaging Group Physio classes (formerly Clinical Pilates) held in our purpose-built Strength Lab. Here, clients combine elite equipment and the latest healthcare technology with the camaraderie of group training, making recovery more effective and fun. We welcome clients of all ages and activity levels, from young athletes beginning their first season to older adults maintaining an active lifestyle. Visit us today to find your optimal path to health.
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 8h-20h
- tuesday: 8h-20h
- wednesday: 8h-19h
- thursday: 8h-20h
- friday: 7h-17h
- saturday: (closed)
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The Optimal Health Lab: Reviews
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5,0 out of 5 from 45 reviews
Fantastic experience: I have been seeing Lauren for many years and I can’t recommend her highly enough. She is dual titled and has helped me with a number of different issues over the years, always taking the time to properly understand what was going on and work out the best way to help. On more than one occasion, she has helped me with issues that I had struggled to get properly resolved elsewhere. Her knowledge, experience and ability to look at the bigger picture have made such a difference. I have always felt listened to and in very capable hands. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for an experienced, knowledgeable and genuinely caring physiotherapist.
Fantastic experience: I have been attending group classes since Feb 2024. Physio Bec has been my physio from the beginning, her experience and fun makes these classes the highlight of my week. They help my pain and I’m stronger in more ways than one. The reception staff are friendly and welcoming. I Highly recommended Bec!
Thank you for this wonderfully kind Rebecca. Thanks for taking the time to share your great experience with Physio Bec and our team!
Fantastic experience: I love coming to Optimal Health Lab group classes. The care and attention I receive from staff is exceptional. I have been attending group classes with physiotherapist Bec, who brings such high energy and expertise to every class. I love the sense of community she facilitates which makes coming to each class an absolute joy. Great environment and I highly recommend Bec.
Fantastic experience: I had my initial consultation for the first time this week and had an absolute amazing experience. Super accomodating staff and made me optimistic about achieving my fitness goals through reducing my pain. A very clear and well structured plan and would 100% reccomend Bec and the Optimal Health Lab.
This is a lovely shout out Ayden! We appreciate your time to share and highlight the great work of Bec and our whole OHL team!
Fantastic experience: After open heart surgery in my mid-70's, I'd reached a plateau in rehab classes and gym workouts. I asked OHL what ti could add to my rehab. I've been benefiting ever since from custom-designed combinations of studio Pilates and studio Physio that inspired me at 83 to return to XC skiing. My first winter on snow, I simply could not do the standard recovery from falling over. A year later, I might have needed two years to restore strength and agility, but I'm now at 85 fitter than when I was 75.
Fantastic experience: Got referred by my GP to the Optimal Health Lab to see Caroline and work on reversing my osteopenia and honestly, I didn’t expect it to be this entertaining. After three classes, I can confirm it’s equal parts pain, laughter, and therapy. Coming in post-night shift zombie state, Bec and Lauren somehow read the room (and my fatigue) perfectly, tweaking the exercises so I survive another day. The other members deserve an Oscar for comic relief, it’s like group physio meets comedy club. Somehow the laughs make the pain worthwhile, and I actually look forward to going back minus the pain. Best part, it’s treatment and a gym class rolled into one, great for my bones and my wallet.
Fantastic experience: Great, professional team. Always made to feel I'm in very good hands. Makes it a pleasure going. Highly recommended.
Great to hear you're feeling confident in our team Jan!
Fantastic experience: Darcy has been my go-to physio for the past couple of years, helping me manage and overcome ongoing back pain. I joined the group physio classes and have never looked back. I feel stronger than ever. The team is incredibly caring, client-focused and always provide the best advice. They constantly adjust and progress the exercises, challenging muscles I didn’t even know I had! I truly love being part of this community – it’s made such a positive difference to both my strength and confidence.
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience Darcy and our OHL team Claire, and love hearing how you're living proof of how exercise is medicine!
Fantastic experience: I've been attending physio here since they first opened. I've found all the staff to be friendly and most importantly, they know what they are talking about!
Thanks for this lovely note Emma - and ultimately pleased you've had a great experience in our care!
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend. I was a client of Wally's for almost 6 months for a TAC related recovery and cannot thank Wally and the team enough for their professionalism and care.
Fantastic experience: What a quality operation. Friendly staff at the front, really professional and experienced clinicians and great vibes.
Thanks Erin. Appreciate your kind words about our whole team and set up!
Fantastic experience: Big thanks to Darcy for helping me work through a shoulder injury with a custom rehabilitation plan that got me back to full health again quickly. Very glad to know OHL are there in case of future injuries - highly recommended!
Fantastic experience: Lauren and the team from The Optimal Health Lab are fantastic! Lauren has a very scientific and structured approach to rehab programming and recovery. I highly recommend The Optimal Health Lab.
Thank you kindly for your continued support Oli - physio Lauren and the rest of the OHL team are glad we have been able to assist with your rehabilitation journey!
Fantastic experience: Such an awesome clinic, 1/ it wasn't so long ago that I was unable to kneel, walk down stairs (going up was fine) and had constant pain in my knees. Move forward after diagnosing the actual problem and working with me to build muscle to support the knee and i am pain free and doing things i thought were lost to me. 2/ my shoulder was a real problem and had been for many years, again after working out what the issue was and working with me to build strong muscles (and yes you can as you get older it just takes persistence and application) i am pain free and stronger that i have been for decades. 3/ Osteopinia, It was diagnosed and we immediately implemented changes to my clinical pilates class to begin rebuilding the bone density and keep up strength training. I love my classes we create a great community and my objective is to have my next Bone Density test showing improvements like one of my class mates.
OHL is immensely proud to have played such a big role in your healthcare journey, and helping you build strength to live your 'optimal' lifestyle! Thank you for continuing to support us, and being such an active member of our community.
Fantastic experience: Have trusted my physical wellbeing with the staff at OHL for over three years now and have been able to maintain my strength and flexibility through a structured program that suits me personally. Professional and friendly staff go all out to make the experiences enjoyable.
It has been an absolute pleasure taking care of your health over the past 3 years Gail, and our team look forwards to continuing your healthcare journey of maintaining your goals through our Group Physiotherapy classes
Fantastic experience: Lauren has put together a great team of people & an amazing Pilates Strength Lab. I really enjoy the Pilates classes with the guidance of a physio. OHL is very welcoming & has a great caring atmosphere. Smiling faces from the time you walk in the door (even under masks)
Thank you Yvette! OHL is so appreciative of the Whiteman family's continuous support and kind words
Fantastic experience: Lovely Staff, great people. Physios are fantastic and such great, fun people to work with.
Thanks for your great review Hayden! It is an absolute pleasure having you in the OHL community
Fantastic experience: Everyone at the OHL is so warm and welcoming! Very knowledgeable physios and great pilates classes for injury rehab/management. 10/10 would highly recommend
Thank you Ruth for your delightful review We are so honoured to be a part of your continued care.
Fantastic experience: Most helpful, friendly and approachable team.
Thanks for the lovely review Ally!
Fantastic experience: I think Lauren is an exemplary practitioner: whipsmart, knowledgeable, energetic and inquiring.
OHL thanks you Ern for your delightful review of physiotherapist Lauren! We agree that she is rather incredible as both a practitioner and human
Fantastic experience: love the whole OHL team! would trust them with any issue for pain relief and strength training, and they also host some super fun individualised clinical pilates classes. consider them if you’re trying to find your next physio!
Thank you for this great review Kyla, and continuing to show your support for our OHL community and choosing us to assist your with your health journey
Fantastic experience: Great environment and terrific staff. I’ve felt very looked after in the time I’ve been going here.
We are so appreciative of your kind words Tristan, and we are so glad to be involved in your health journey
Fantastic experience: Excellent physio's in a clean organised place
Fantastic experience: Professional caring staff. Very clean and well run.
Fantastic experience: Everyone at the Optimal Health Lab is so nice. Whenever I walk through the door I am personally greeted and taken care of. My physio therapist Kirsty, is really helpful at finding adaptations for my disability. I have really benefited since going there and I would definitely recommend to go there!
Fantastic experience: Lauren and the OHL Team are amazing! I have been seeing her for many years now and couldn’t recommend them highly enough - OHL really cares about you. Lauren has helped me get through various injuries, pains and competitions in the past. Thank you for everything you do team!!
Fantastic experience: Exceptional service, great caring staff
Fantastic experience: Fantastic staff. Great classes.
Fantastic experience: I get on very well with Lauren. Everyone is very nice also trying to strengthen my back & legs with help from Kyrsten.
Fantastic experience: Everyone is so friendly, thorough and professional. You know you're in good hands.
Fantastic experience: Great and knowledgeable staff
Fantastic experience: Many medical facilities feel quite process driven and not very personable. NOT THIS PLACE! Everybody really cares and it shows. You're not a number, you're a client that matters to them. Such a great feeling when you're trying to resolve long term injury issues.
Fantastic experience: After 5 long years following a car accident and over 20 different physios, I have finally found a physio I can swear by. I have been visiting Lauren and the OHL for about 12 months now and have noticed a huge difference in my injury, pain and work capabilities, which previously no other health professional had been able to help with. I cannot recommend the Optimal Health Lab anymore.
Fantastic experience: Great team and service :)
Fantastic experience: I injured my back trying to move heavy garden produce. I was in absolute agony. A friend recommended Lauren Campbell at The Optimal Health Lab and I have just improved each time I have seen her. In just a week I am able to bend and walk again. I cannot recommend Lauren highly enough. I have been to many physiotherapists over my many years but none have come close to Lauren.
Fantastic experience: Great crew. Lauren & Mike have been great. Treating my back pain has been a process but Lauren has been very helpful.
Fantastic experience: Lauren has helped me manage a very long standing injury and I am no longer in any pain! She is extremely skilled, highly professional and always thorough! Highly recommend!!!
Fantastic experience: Beautiful facility and excellent staff!
Fantastic experience: As a regular client for both physio and Pilates, I can confidently say that Lauren and her team show great professionalism in everything they do. They will do everything in their power to get you back on the field or court as quickly and safely as they can!
We are so glad to be able to assist you at the Optimal Health Lab Olivia!
Fantastic experience: Staff here are both warm and welcoming and highly professional. Optimal Health Lab have highly knowledgable staff who offer a large range of treatments.
At The Optimal Health Lab we are dedicated to ongoing education Anna to be able to offer you the best treatment possible. We are always here ready to welcome and assist you in obtaining your Optimal Health.
Fantastic experience: Lauren understood the rigours of training in full time dance, and helped me to keep my body strong enough to finish my full time training. Now, we are working together to maintain my strength to continue dancing professionally. Having seen a multitude of other health professionals, it is refreshing to have Lauren's knowledge and understanding of dance shape my training and rehabilitation.
Lauren is elated to be able to provide your rehabilitation for Dancing and is excited to be able to assist you maintain your Optimal Health so you can continue to dance.
Fantastic experience: Such personal and tailored care has been provided whether it's during Physio sessions or Pilates classes. The OHL team are fantastic!
The team at The Optimal Health Lab are devoted to making sure your care is personality tailored for your own individual needs and glad we have achieved this with you Dot.
Fantastic experience: Absolutely awesome. Friendly, fabulous staff. Loving the Pilates classes and the new equipment.
We are always thrilled to see your smile every time you attend Pilates @ The Optimal Heath Lab Grace. See you for your next class in the Strength Lab!
Fantastic experience: Fantastic facilities and staff! Loving the strength lab pilates class and physio treatment was spot on. Already feeling the benefits!
We are so pleased that you are already feeling the benefits from our Strength Lab. You are always welcome at The Optimal Health Lab!
Fantastic experience: Such fantastic facilities including an incredible strength lab for Pilates! Great professionals with excellent advice.
Thanks Danielle, we are so pleased you have had a positive experience at The Optimal Health lab!
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