Best Physical Therapy Treatments near me in Mackay

Sports physiotherapists specialise in injury assessment, rehabilitation, and return-to-sport planning. Browse and book sports physios near you on Fresha.

Some physiotherapy clinics offer Sunday appointments. Browse Fresha to find providers near you with Sunday availability.

Physiotherapists treat sports injuries, back and neck pain, post-surgical rehabilitation, joint replacements, fractures, stroke rehabilitation, chronic pain, pelvic floor dysfunction, breathing disorders, and age-related conditions affecting mobility and function.

Physiotherapy can help improve issues with the bones, joints and soft tissue (e.g. back pain, sports injuries). It can also aid movement problems brought about from brain or nerve trauma including strokes and multiple sclerosis. If you suffer from cystic fibrosis, breathing, and heart and circulation issues, you may also benefit from physiotherapy.

In Australia, you do not need a GP referral to see a physiotherapist privately. A GP referral may be required for Medicare-funded sessions under a Chronic Disease Management plan. Private health insurance typically covers physiotherapy with no referral needed.

Physiotherapy uses movement, manual therapy, and exercise to promote recovery from injury, illness or disability. If you visit a physiotherapist, you’re likely to be encouraged to support your recovery by doing set exercises at home.

You’ll have an initial consultation before treatment begins to allow your physiotherapist to understand exactly what’s wrong and how best they can help you. During treatment, your physiotherapist might use their hands to relieve pain and improve your body’s movement, give you exercises to strengthen and boost your mobility and health, and make suggestions on changes you can make at home or work to prevent further injury or improve posture.