Physiotherapy

The orthopaedic surgeons at NSOSMC have a close working relationship with the physiotherapists of Mater Clinic Physiotherapy and Northern Sports Physiotherapy Clinic. Practitioners offer manual and exercise treatment options, a commitment to research and an evidence-based treatment approach.

Physiotherapists at these practices complete further education programs and are encouraged to gain post-graduate qualifications. They are expected to maintain the highest ethical and professional standards.

These physiotherapists have particular expertise in the assessment and management of:

• Orthopaedic rehabilitation
  
• Sports injuries
  
• Muscle and joint pain
  
• Strapping, taping and Orthotic provision
  
• Overuse injuries
  
• Bio-mechanical assessment
  
• Treatment for Headaches, Neck & Back pain, both acute & chronic
  
• Whiplash
  
• Work Conditioning programs
  
• Ergonomic and postural assessment and treatment
  
• Core stability and strengthening programs (including real time ultrasound and Pilates)
  
• Assessment & treatment of sports, general and work related injuries using evidence based practices
  
• Graduated exercise based rehabilitation aimed at successful return to sport & work
  
• Sale, education & fitting of braces, boots, slings, crutches & other orthopaedic devices
  
• Full casting service – application & removal of waterproof and plaster casts
  
• Pilates Reformer
  
• Dry needling