Physiotherapy Northern Beaches
Holistic Physiotherapy in Brookvale
Manual Therapy
Manual therapy includes many different procedures, such as myofascial release, trigger point therapy and joint manipulation as well as massage therapy – among many others. Physiko, your local physiotherapy clinic in the Northern Beaches, offers a wide range of these treatments, including pelvic floor physiotherapy.
Northern Beaches Pelvic Physio
Why is Northern Beaches pelvic floor physio worth looking into? Pelvic floor muscle therapy (PFMT) can be effective for women in many stages of life, from alleviation of menstrual cramps to pregnancy and post-partum care, through perimenopause and menopausal stages, where hormone changes can impact the health of your pelvic floor muscles.
Finding a dedicated clinic in the Northern Beaches for female physiotherapy like Physiko, means that we can help treat your pelvic floor muscles and improve symptoms such as incontinence, pelvic discomfort or painful lower back and pelvic organ prolapse with empathy and true care. PFMT has been shown to improve the health and wellbeing of women and men suffering from a variety of these conditions and is a recommended therapy to try as a first line of treatment in pelvic organ prolapse before surgery becomes necessary.
Cupping and Dry Needling
Cupping
Evidence of cupping as a healing technique can be found in Ancient Egypt, China and Greece, with its popularity spreading to Europe through contact with Islamic medical texts that were translated during the Renaissance. Cupping has been shown to significantly improve issues like lower back pain in clinical trials, but is also used for a variety of complaints such as varicose veins, musculoskeletal pain and injuries, pain relief for arthritis and other similar conditions like gout as well as improving skin conditions such as acne or hives.
Dry Needling Northern Beaches
Dry needling is an effective therapy for patients suffering from conditions such as fibromyalgia, chronic pain, myofascial pain, osteoarthritis and general muscle strains including recovery from sporting injuries. Dry needling has been shown to improve symptoms of pressure pain, sore muscles and muscle tension associated with these conditions.
Shockwave Therapy
Physiko offers shockwave therapy to Northern Beaches clients – it’s not as shocking as it sounds! Shockwave therapy uses sound waves to treat a variety of conditions, and is particularly helpful with sports-related injuries or conditions including:
- Joint problems like tennis elbow or frozen shoulder
- Runner’s knee
- Tendonitis
- Heel spurs
- Golfer’s elbow
If you’re interested and want to try shockwave therapy, it’s important to find local physiotherapy services in the Northern Beaches, because shockwave therapy is usually done over a number of sessions, as this non-invasive technique takes time to achieve the full benefits.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is part of our Northern Beaches physio services, and is a well-known alternative therapy for a variety of ailments. Rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, the origins of acupuncture are thought to date back to as early as 3500 BCE. In traditional practices, acupuncture is used to stimulate qi, or life force through a system of meridians in the body. While the exact mechanisms are not fully understood by modern sciences, it is thought that acupuncture works by stimulating the nervous system, releasing endorphins and creating biochemical reactions in the muscles, and increasing the pain threshold.
Acupuncture as a physiotherapy treatment for Northern Beaches patients can help with a variety of issues including headaches and migraines, menstrual cramps and general body pain, stress and emotional issues, digestive dysfunction and allergies – among others. At Physiko, we will often recommend acupuncture in conjunction with other treatments, as well as for a treatment to speed up recovery from injuries and to enhance overall wellbeing.
Exercise Prescription
A mainstay of our Northern Beaches physiotherapy treatment is exercise prescription. It’s important that our clients undertake a partnership with us in treating their health concerns, and this includes performing recommended exercises at home to help treat different conditions. At our Brookvale physiotherapy centre we offer personalised exercise programmes to encourage long-term success of therapies. We tailor programmes to suit the level of mobility of our patients, their current conditions and future health goals. Our aim is to improve the strength and flexibility of all our clients, prevent future injuries and enhance overall physical wellbeing.
Supplements
In addition to physio services in the Northern Beaches, Physiko also offers comprehensive supplement recommendations. Our aim is to support our therapies by ensuring your body has the right material to support tissue growth and recovery, while reducing inflammation and associated disorders. Safe and effective supplementation can improve your overall health and wellbeing and can facilitate healing. Contact your Northern Beaches physiotherapy clinic for a consultation offering whole-health services.
How our Physio Clinic in Northern Beaches can help you?
As we’ve seen, physiotherapy encompasses a wide range of therapies that can help you overcome a variety of health challenges, and achieve your wellbeing goals. Call Eleni and the team at Physiko if you are experiencing any of the following:
- Ongoing and persistent muscle or joint pain
- Suffering from chronic conditions like sciatica, back pain or arthritis
- Limited mobility or stiffness
- Recovering from childbirth
- Headaches or migraines
- Post-surgery rehabilitation
- Postural correction
In addition to dealing with a range of health issues, Physiko can also help you to achieve your health and training goals. If you’re an athlete seeking to enhance your performance or are looking to improve your mental health and reduce stress, or just to improve your overall wellness, connect with an empathetic practitioner to achieve your best health. Physiko is your wellbeing partner in the Northern Beaches!