PHYSIOTHERAPY
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Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession that focuses on improving and restoring physical function, mobility, and quality of life through assessment, treatment, and prevention of physical impairments, pain, and disabilities. Physiotherapists use various techniques such as manual therapy, dry needling, taping, cupping, and tailored exercise programs to treat musculoskeletal, neurological, sports-related, and cardiopulmonary conditions while promoting healing and overall wellness.
COMMON FAQ:
Physiotherapists are highly trained professionals who use their expertise in human anatomy and physiology to accurately identify and address the root causes of pain and discomfort, helping you move freely and without pain. Physiotherapy includes a wide range of interventions designed to target different parts of the body and manage various conditions. At Motion Health Rehab, our skilled team provides care across these key areas of physiotherapy:
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
This field focuses on the prevention, assessment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries, such as fractures, sprains, strains, overuse injuries, and post-surgical recovery.
Sports Physiotherapy
Athletes frequently encounter injuries or seek support to enhance their performance. A sports-focused physio works to prevent, diagnose, and treat sports-related injuries while optimizing athletic capabilities.
Neurological Physiotherapy
Neurological conditions, such as strokes, amputations, traumatic brain injuries, multiple sclerosis, and spinal cord injuries, often result in impaired movement and function. Neurological physiotherapy aims to improve mobility, balance, and coordination for individuals with these challenges.
Paediatric Physiotherapy
This branch addresses the unique needs of children and adolescents, focusing on developmental delays, congenital conditions, and paediatric sports injuries.
NDIS Physiotherapy
NDIS physiotherapy focuses on assisting people with disabilities through personalized treatment plans designed to improve their mobility, independence, and overall quality of life.
At Motion Health Rehab, we specialize in all musculoskeletal injuries, pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation, high-performance sports, neurological, paediatric and NDIS physiotherapy.
Physiotherapy can treat a wide range of conditions related to pain, injury, movement, and rehabilitation. Here are
some key areas it covers:
1. Musculoskeletal Injuries: Sprains, strains, fractures, back and neck pain, osteoarthritis, and joint stiffness.
2. Sports Injuries: Muscle strains, ligament sprains, and injury prevention for athletes.
3. Post-Surgery Rehab: Recovery from surgeries like joint replacements, spine surgery, or sports injuries.
4. Neurological Conditions: Stroke recovery, MS, Parkinson's disease, and spinal cord injuries.
5. Paediatric Conditions: Developmental delays, congenital conditions, and sports injuries in children.
6. Chronic Pain: Conditions like fibromyalgia, chronic back pain, and tension headaches.
7. Workplace Injuries: Repetitive strain, RSI, and ergonomic adjustments.
8. Falls Prevention: Balance training and strength for the elderly or those with mobility issues.
9. Pregnancy-Related Pain: Pelvic girdle pain and lower back pain relief.
Physiotherapists use techniques like manual therapy, exercises, dry needling, cupping, and postural education to
treat and prevent these conditions, improving overall movement, reducing pain, and enhancing recovery.
Physiotherapy can treat a wide range of conditions related to pain, injury, movement, and rehabilitation. Here are
some key areas it covers:
1. Musculoskeletal Injuries: Sprains, strains, fractures, back and neck pain, osteoarthritis, and joint stiffness.
2. Sports Injuries: Muscle strains, ligament sprains, and injury prevention for athletes.
3. Post-Surgery Rehab: Recovery from surgeries like joint replacements, spine surgery, or sports injuries.
4. Neurological Conditions: Stroke recovery, MS, Parkinson's disease, and spinal cord injuries.
5. Paediatric Conditions: Developmental delays, congenital conditions, and sports injuries in children.
6. Chronic Pain: Conditions like fibromyalgia, chronic back pain, and tension headaches.
7. Workplace Injuries: Repetitive strain, RSI, and ergonomic adjustments.
8. Falls Prevention: Balance training and strength for the elderly or those with mobility issues.
9. Pregnancy-Related Pain: Pelvic girdle pain and lower back pain relief.
Physiotherapists use techniques like manual therapy, exercises, dry needling, cupping, and postural education to
treat and prevent these conditions, improving overall movement, reducing pain, and enhancing recovery.
In Australia, you do not need a referral to see a physiotherapist in most cases. Physiotherapists in Australia first contact practitioners, meaning you can book an appointment and be treated without requiring a referral from a GP or specialist.
However, there are a few situations where a referral might be necessary:
- Private Health Insurance
● Most private health insurance policies do not require a referral to claim physiotherapy benefits. However,
it’s a good idea to check with your provider about their specific requirements. - WorkCover or Motor Vehicle Accident Insurance
● If your physiotherapy treatment is for a workplace injury or a motor vehicle accident, you may need a referral from your GP or the insurance company, depending on the insurer’s policy and your treatment plan. - NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme)
● If you’re eligible for NDIS support, you can access physiotherapy as part of your NDIS plan. A referral is generally not needed unless specifically required by your plan or provider. - Medicare (Chronic Disease Management)
● If you’re seeking physiotherapy through the Chronic Disease Management Plan (previously known as EPC Plan), you will need a referral from your GP. This allows for up to 5 sessions of physiotherapy funded by Medicare.
● Your GP will assess if physiotherapy is appropriate for your condition and write a referral for you.
In most general cases, you can book directly with a physiotherapist, and they can assess and treat your injury or condition accordingly. Please call us on 1800 417 799 if you have further questions.
Conditions We Treat
Conditions We Treat
- An ACL tear is a serious knee injury commonly seen in sports involving quick direction changes, like soccer, rugby, or basketball. Rehab typically involves physiotherapy to restore strength, flexibility, and function, sometimes followed by surgery and further rehab depending on the severity.
- Stress fractures are tiny cracks in bones caused by repetitive impact or overuse, often seen in weight-bearing bones like the tibia (shinbone) and metatarsals (foot bones). They are common in activities involving running and jumping.
- Known as lateral epicondylalgia, tennis elbow is an overuse injury causing pain and inflammation in the tendons of the forearm. It’s often associated with repetitive gripping motions, not just tennis. Physiotherapy for tennis elbow includes manual therapy, specific exercises, and may also involve rest, dry needling, and taping to reduce pain
- Hamstring strains involve the straining or tearing of muscles at the back of the thigh, often seen in sprinters or runners. These muscles are responsible for bending and straightening the knee. The injuries can result from sudden movements, overstretching, or muscle imbalances around the hamstring. Treatment typically includes rest, physiotherapy, and sometimes surgery for severe tears.
- Overuse injuries develop gradually from repetitive stress on a body part. Common examples include tennis elbow, runner's knee, and shin splints, typically treated by a sports injury physiotherapist.
- A concussion is a traumatic brain injury resulting from a blow to the head or violent shaking, causing symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, confusion, and memory problems. Concussions are common in high-contact sports like football. While physiotherapy is helpful for musculoskeletal rehabilitation following injuries, concussions typically require referral to doctors or neurosurgeons for comprehensive care.
Practitioners
Mitch Polak
Senior Physiotherapist
( Director of Underwood Clinic )
Director BExSc, MPHty
Mitchell completed his Masters in Physiotherapy from Griffith Gold Coast in 2017. In the past 8 years of practice Mitchell has been involved in clinic ownership and elite professional sporting teams including the A-League mens
Brisbane Roar. Mitchell is passionate about individuals achieving their goals and realising their potential. Even more
so, Mitchell is passionate about longevity and helping individuals set systems in place to self manage and achieve their long term health goals. Mitchell enjoys treating all injuries and has a special interest area in shoulders and lower limb sporting injuries particularly from running & football.
Hassan Imran
Senior Physiotherapist
( Director of Underwood Clinic )
Director BPHty
Hassan brings three years of experience working as the head sports trainer at the Brisbane Roar Youth Academy. A purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, he has a profound understanding of the biomechanics specific to BJJ and MMA practitioners. Hassans valuable experience in the sports world allows for accurate assessments and the formulation of effective treatment strategies.
Lamir 'Lamb' Gokul
Physiotherapist
BPHty, BBus
Lamir spent the early part of his 20’s devoted to living the martial arts lifestyle (BJJ, Boxing and Muay Thai). After completing his Bachelor of Business, he was forced to take a break from his passion to undergo two shoulder surgeries. Experiencing the highs and lows of the rehabilitation process is what drove Lamir to return to university and complete a Bachelor of Physiotherapy, where he received the prestigious Griffith University Award for Academic Excellence. Lamir has extensive experience working with clients of all backgrounds – elite athletes, modern-day athletes, those in pre and post-operative stages, WorkCover, NDIS, and chronic diseases such as lower back pain and osteoarthritis. His areas of interest are neck pain, headaches, shoulder pain, knee pain, and working with mixed-martial arts athletes.
Samir Pakzad
Physiotherapist
BPHty
Samir is a physiotherapist passionate about all things sports injuries and helping people perform at their best. He has extensive professional development experience and has worked with professional athletes. In his spare time, Samir enjoys playing soccer, hitting the gym, and practicing jiu-jitsu.
Samir is a physiotherapist passionate about all things sports injuries and helping people perform at their best. He has extensive professional development experience and has worked with professional athletes. In his spare time, Samir enjoys playing soccer, hitting the gym, and practicing jiu-jitsu.
