physiotherapy

Physiotherapy is an evidence-based healthcare profession that views human movement as central to health and wellbeing. Physiotherapy aims to maintain, restore and improve your function after disease or injury, so you can get back to doing what you love and enjoy an injury-free lifestyle that doesn’t hold you back.

What conditions can physiotherapy be beneficial for?

Back pain

Neck pain

Muscle pain

Joint pain

Groin and pelvic pain

Headaches and vertigo

Sports injuries

Sprains and strains

Post-operative rehabilitation

Acute or chronic injury

Arthritis

Posture and alignment problems

Osteoarthritis of the knee or hip

Sciatica

Adolescent and children’s injuries

Chronic disease management

Falls prevention

Neurological rehabilitation for stroke, Parkinson’s disease, spinal cord injuries and TBIS

Cardio-pulmonary rehabilitation and management

What do physiotherapists (physios) do?

Physiotherapists assess the underlying cause of your joint, muscle or nerve issue, and using a combination of therapeutic exercises and manual therapy treat the symptoms while providing lifestyle advice and education to help you get better and stay better.

You don’t need a GP referral to see a physiotherapist, and we work in partnership with other health professionals to achieve optimal holistic health for you.

What makes physiotherapists different?

Physiotherapists are university-educated health professionals with extensive training in human biosciences, anatomy, and biomechanics– they are highly trained to assess and diagnose your condition, then plan and administer treatment programs to restore movement and improve function to the highest possible level.

What are the different types of physio?

Different branches of physiotherapy include:

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy

Sports and exercise physiotherapy

Women’s, men’s and pelvic floor physiotherapy

Paediatric physiotherapy