Physiotherapy is primarily focussed with the remedy of impairments and disabilities as well as promoting mobility, functional ability, quality of life and movement potential through examination, diagnosis and physical intervention. Some define it as the treatment of disease by methods including massage, heat, dry needling, and exercise rather than by drugs in order to promote mobility and functional movement thereby improving quality of life. Physiotherapists are healthcare professionals who diagnose and treat individuals of all ages, from newborns to the very oldest, who have medical problems or other health-related conditions, illnesses, or injuries that limit their abilities to move and perform functional activities as well as they would like in their daily lives. (Wikipedia)
At Lifestyle Physiotherapy you will be greeted by one of friendly administration team and will be asked to fill out a questionnaire about your current area of concern, previous injuries and illnesses and also your general health.
Physiotherapists have traditionally treat muscle and soft tissue problems. Lifestyle Physiotherapy manages soft tissue injuries, nerve damage, and we are trained in applying casts and splints for broken bones. Physiotherapists use exercise and patient awareness, education and promote self-management.
Physiotherapists work not only in private practice but also in the hospital providing cardiorespiratory and neurological care.
Chiropractors focus on nerve health and joint mobility using high velocity end of range manipulations.
During an initial consultation at Lifestyle Physiotherapy we perform a thorough examination after an interview to discuss your concerns. Following a diagnosis we educate you about your condition and present our treatment plan.
Following hands-on treatment we will prescribe appropriate exercises to perform at home and discuss your long-term treatment plan with you. You may be asked to return for follow-up treatment however each condition and individuals needs are different. Initially this process will take up to an hour. Follow-up treatments are scheduled at 30 or 45 minutes depending on the individual.
As part of our assessment and treatment we may need to see the body part in question. For this reason shorts are best for a lower limb or groin injury and singlet for upper limb. We have shorts available for use and are mindful to use appropriate towel draping to maintain modesty.
If you have x-rays or scans of the area please bring them along. It is also useful to bring your running shoes if you are a runner or sport enthusiast.
A doctor’s referral is not necessary unless you plan to claim your treatment costs (e.g. Workers compensation, Veterans Affairs (DVA), CTP insurance or Medicare EPC). If you would like any more information regarding who is eligible for these claims contact us on (02) 8544 8484
You are able to claim directly from your health fund while at Lifestyle Physiotherapy using our HICAPS machine. Different funds cover different amounts. If you would like to contact your health fund prior to your appointment for further information, our codes are 500 for initial consultation and 505 for follow-up.
