Musculoskeletal Health Australia - MHA

Musculoskeletal Health Australia - MHA Musculoskeletal Health Australia has been supporting people with arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions for 50 years. We’re here to help you.
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We exist to improve knowledge, choice and connection that drives positive outcomes for people impacted by musculoskeletal conditions, and to promote excellence in support and care. It all started in 1968, when Dr Leslie Koadlow, a passionate rheumatologist, decided we could do better. Newly diagnosed patients kept coming to his clinic totally overwhelmed, isolated and confused about where to start. A firm believer in the benefit of ‘real people helping real people’, he set up the Rheumatism and Arthritis Association of Victoria (RAAV) with his secretary Alice Petty and patient Mollie Riches. RAAV became a place for those living with musculoskeletal conditions to get informed and get supported. Fifty years later we’re still helping people with information and support.

Looking for a great way to get moving post your Christmas Feast? Our 2025 WBSI Ambassador Luke Hines has you covered. Ta...
27/12/2025

Looking for a great way to get moving post your Christmas Feast?

Our 2025 WBSI Ambassador Luke Hines has you covered.

Take a Seat and join Luke for a 10-minute full-body, chair-based workout you can do right from the comfort of your home.

This evidence-based, low-impact session is designed to boost strength, mobility, and confidence. Suitable for all ability levels, and a great way to get your muscles, bones and joints moving!

📽️Access the workout on our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/47XDyzF



Chronically Connected is our safe, secure online platform supporting 12–17 year olds living with chronic pain and muscul...
24/12/2025

Chronically Connected is our safe, secure online platform supporting 12–17 year olds living with chronic pain and musculoskeletal diseases.

It’s a place where young people can be themselves, find peer support, form meaningful friendships, learn about managing their conditions, and celebrate achievements together.

Your Christmas Appeal donation will help us grow this vital platform to ensure every young person feels supported, connected and empowered.

If you know a young person who could benefit from being involved with Chronically Connected, please email us at info@muscha.org

Donate Here: https://bit.ly/4odgq69






What doesn't take a holiday? ... PainWhile the festive season can be full of joy, connection, and celebration, pain does...
23/12/2025

What doesn't take a holiday? ... Pain

While the festive season can be full of joy, connection, and celebration, pain doesn’t always take a break. Pain and discomfort, or limited movement caused by musculoskeletal conditions can make you feel isolated or lose confidence during this season.

But, we are here to remind you that you are not alone during this time.

Our FREE, national Helpline, staffed by qualified healthcare professionals, remains open. We are here to listen, and support you when you need it most.

Whether you have questions, concerns, or just need someone to talk to, we are here and we’ve got your back. Call us anytime!

📞 1800 263 265



Thank you for SITTING with us, Australia! 🪑Melbourne didn’t deliver perfect SITTING weather, but that certainly didn’t s...
22/12/2025

Thank you for SITTING with us, Australia! 🪑

Melbourne didn’t deliver perfect SITTING weather, but that certainly didn’t stop us. Friday was a fantastic day as we completed Luke’s 30-minute chair-based workout to support the more than 7 million Australians living with musculoskeletal conditions whist also doing something positive for our own musculoskeletal health.

A huge thank you to Luke and Gerald, our incredible Chair Champions, for leading the way and to our incedible platinum partner Epijoint.

It’s never too early to start training for next year - head over to our YouTube channel and try some of Luke’s other workout challenges today!



It’s always good to know someone’s got your BACK!Back pain can creep in suddenly or be something you’ve been living with...
21/12/2025

It’s always good to know someone’s got your BACK!

Back pain can creep in suddenly or be something you’ve been living with for years. It can affect how you move, work, sleep, and enjoy your life.

But you don't need to manage it by yourself.

Our FREE National Helpline connects you with our qualified healthcare professionals who can listen, answer your questions, and help you understand your options for managing your back pain.

Call us now to access your FREE Support: 📞 1800 263 265



YES THE SIT'S FINALLY REAL!!!TODAY we get this SIT done! Come be part of the 2025 World’s Biggest Sit-In! Workout starts...
18/12/2025

YES THE SIT'S FINALLY REAL!!!

TODAY we get this SIT done!

Come be part of the 2025 World’s Biggest Sit-In! Workout starts 1pm AEDT.

Free Entry! Gates Open 12pm AEDT.

Rippon Lea Estate Melbourne or Virtual on Zoom.

Join virtually at wbsi.org.au.



Tomorrow...SIT's getting done!  https://bit.ly/4gVOgK9 Come along and be part of the 2025 World’s Biggest Sit-In! Our wo...
18/12/2025

Tomorrow...SIT's getting done! https://bit.ly/4gVOgK9

Come along and be part of the 2025 World’s Biggest Sit-In! Our world-record attempt for the largest 30-minute chair-based workout, led by Luke Hines.

We bring the chairs! You bring your friends! And together we SIT for Australia's Musculoskeletal Health!

Plus, enjoy a gelato, cocktail and souvlaki while you're there!

🗓️: TOMORROW 19 December
⏰: Gates Open 12PM AEDT, Workout begins 1PM AEDT
📍: Rippon Lea Estate Melbourne, or on Zoom
🎟️: FREE Entry



It’s almost time to get SIT done! https://bit.ly/4gVOgK9 In just 48 hours, the 2025 World’s Biggest Sit-In SITS OFF! Joi...
17/12/2025

It’s almost time to get SIT done! https://bit.ly/4gVOgK9

In just 48 hours, the 2025 World’s Biggest Sit-In SITS OFF! Join our FREE world-record attempt for the largest 30-minute chair-based workout, led by Luke Hines.

Kick off the festive season by doing something great for your musculoskeletal health and your community!

Celebrate with us afterwards! Gelato, cocktails and souvlaki! Plus many great prizes to give away!

🗓️: THIS Friday 19 December
⏰: Gates Open 12PM AEDT, Workout begins 1PM AEDT
📍: Rippon Lea Estate Melbourne, or on Zoom
🎟️: FREE Entry







Join us for FUN, festivities, a cocktail, coffee, souvlaki or sweet treat, all while doing something good for your Musculoskeletal Health.+ many GREAT PRIZES to give away!

Join us this Friday for the World’s Biggest Sit-In, raising awareness for musculoskeletal health and supporting the mill...
16/12/2025

Join us this Friday for the World’s Biggest Sit-In, raising awareness for musculoskeletal health and supporting the millions of Australians living with mild osteoarthritis.https://bit.ly/4gVOgK9

Proudly supported by Epijoint®, featuring the exclusive active ingredient Epiitalis® — formulated to help:
• Relieve symptoms of mild osteoarthritis
• Maintain joint cartilage health
• Act as an antioxidant that reduces free radicals formed in the body
• Support immune system health and general wellbeing

Together, MHA and Epijoint®, are sitting for change — and standing for better joint health.

https://bit.ly/4o9NAnv





Sponsor Spotlight 2 - a huge THANK YOU to our incredible 2025 WBSI Sponsors!Kick off this festive season by doing someth...
15/12/2025

Sponsor Spotlight 2 - a huge THANK YOU to our incredible 2025 WBSI Sponsors!

Kick off this festive season by doing something fun AND great for your musculoskeletal health.

This Friday is the 2025 World’s Biggest Sit-In! Our WORLD RECORD attempt for the largest 30-minute chair-based workout, led by WBSI Ambassador Luke Hines.

🎟️ FREE entry!
🗓️ This Friday 19 December
⏰ Gates open 12PM AEDT | Workout starts 1PM AEDT
📍 Rippon Lea Estate, Melbourne or join via Zoom
🔗 Reserve your seat: https://bit.ly/4gVOgK9




Sponsor Spotlight - a huge THANK YOU to our incredible 2025 WBSI Sponsors!Join us on Friday, 19 December, for our WORLD ...
14/12/2025

Sponsor Spotlight - a huge THANK YOU to our incredible 2025 WBSI Sponsors!

Join us on Friday, 19 December, for our WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT, meet some of the amazing sponsors and get your hands on some great giveaways!

The World’s Biggest Sit-In is our WORLD RECORD attempt for the largest 30-minute chair-based workout, led by WBSI Ambassador Luke Hines.

🎟️ FREE entry!
🗓️ Friday 19 December
⏰ Gates open 12PM AEDT | Workout starts 1PM AEDT
📍 Rippon Lea Estate, Melbourne or join via Zoom
🔗 Reserve your seat: https://bit.ly/4gVOgK9




13/12/2025

We can barely contain our ex-sit-ment for The World's Biggest Sit In! Who are we kidding...it couldn't be contained! That's why there is an 18m long sign on the fence at Rippon Lea Estate!

Reserve your seat NOW: https://bit.ly/4gVOgK9

Come join our WORLD RECORD attempt, and enjoy a scoop or two of gelato, a cocktail and a souvlaki! Plus many great prizes to give away!

🗓️: Friday 19 December
⏰: Gates Open 12PM AEDT, Workout begins 1PM AEDT
📍: Rippon Lea Estate Melbourne, or on Zoom
🎟️: FREE Entry







Address

263 Kooyong Road
Elsternwick, VIC
3185

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+611800263265

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