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Discovery Physio

Locality: Agnes Water

Phone: +61 400 435 269

Address: 2 Rafting Ground Road 4677 Agnes Water, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.discoveryphysio.com.au/

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25.01.2022 Discovery Physio will be closed today, Thursday 17th September due to electricity upgrades. We will re open 8am tomorrow, Friday as usual. Wishing everyone a fab day!

24.01.2022 NOW stocking the very compact 3-IN-1 Combo Electrotherapy Fortress, perfect for relief at home, work or on the go! Featuring TENS function, Massage function and Electro Muscle Stimulation function - Classic TENS incorporates a wide variety of output combinations ensuring more effective treatment... - Five modes: B (Burst), N (Normal), M (Pulse Rate Modulation), SD1 (Pulse Duration Modulation) and SD2 (Pulse Duration Modulation) - Timer of 15 ,30, 60 minutes (or 15, 30, continuous) - Can be used on a wide range of chronic and acute pain conditions: Including cervical, lower back, lumbago ,leg pain, sciatica, arthritis, tendonitis, fractures, tennis elbow and muscle and joint pain A very recent review from a happy customer: "OMG This TENS machine is lovely so different from my other one. I have it on my shoulders and neck giving me a lovely massage at the moment. Thank you Thank you" We sell these beauties for $150.00, pop in and see us at 2 Rafting Ground Road, Agnes Water to secure yours!

23.01.2022 Choose Physiotherapy For Arthritis Arthritis refers to a group of conditions affecting the body’s joints, including the bone, muscle and surrounding soft tissues. The most common symptoms are joint pain, stiffness and reduced function, which can lead to disability and reduced quality of life. Arthritis is a common condition affecting 3.5 million Australians which is about 15 per cent of the population. Osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are the two most common...Continue reading

21.01.2022 Too many of us can relate! https://www.facebook.com/kevinshamusoharagmailcom/videos/10159536039698765/

21.01.2022 Getting to know your local Physiotherapist, Nathan Smith! Hi. I’m Nathan and I’ve been a physiotherapist since 2005 working primarily in allied health, sports and fitness clinics in Queensland, Australia. I graduated from Griffith University, Gold Coast with a Bachelor Physiotherapy / Bachelor Exercise Science double degree in 2004. I have upskilled in Clinical Pilates, Exercise Prescription and am also a KLT Functional Strength Coach. I have completed a plethora of training... over the years in a variety of fields such as sports physio, occupational health, orthotics prescription and much more. I have worked on over 13000 cases in 15 years on a massive range of medical or injury problems and dilemmas. My goal is to be able to provide both in-clinic and online access to a physiotherapy and exercise advice service. I live in Agnes Water with my partner and 4 beautiful boys and am proud to be a member of this great community. I can't wait to get to know you and help you achieve your health and fitness goals. Here are some reviews I have received over the years: https://www.whitecoat.com.au/phys//agnes-water/smith/9187

21.01.2022 We have had a fantastic first day in the clinic and thoroughly enjoyed meeting and treating some wonderful people! Check out this post treatment snap of our Physio Nathan with Jordan an aspiring motocross rider Call 0400 435 269 or book online here: https://bookings.nookal.com/bookings/location/DUYYJ

20.01.2022 SORE FROM SITTING? Here are some simple tips for sitting postures Everyone spends considerable amount of time in sitting and most of us believe that sitting is a form of relaxation and that it does not cause any harm to the body. We always associate our back pain with standing but in fact, according to expert pressure on the vertebral disc is higher when sitting than when standing or lying down. Prevent back pain and other related pains with these tips for postures correctio...n. little change in your postures can give you lots of health benefits... The following tips will be useful for maintaining proper Sitting Postures to those who sit for longer period each day: ~Do not sit more than 20 minutes at a time ~While sitting keep changing the position of your legs to feet up, feet apart, feet together.etc ~Get up often from your sitting position even if it is only for a short duration of 5 to 10 minutes. ~If you work at a computer monitor or anything that you refer to often with your eyes, keep the machine straight ahead and at eye level. If your focal point lowers than this you may adopt the slumped forward posture which will increase disc pressure. ~The arrangement of your desk or should be such that your forearm rest on the desk and your elbow are at the 90 degree angle and close to your site. This will reduce the stress on the muscle. ~While selecting the chair see that is suits to your size and shape. The chair should be wide enough to keep your knees apart. Avoid keeping knees together for longer periods.Use a chair with and armrest as this reduces pressure on the disc. ~Sitting in a reclined position (120 degrees seems optimal) lowers disc pressure. So make sure your chair allows you to alternate position. ~Sitting on the front edge of the chair. Keeping the feet flat on the floor and having your supported by the desk or armrest, will facilitate you to maintain normal lumber curve and will lower inter-discal pressure. By keeping the pressure off, we can prevent reformative change in the disc. This can be archived by limiting the time spent in sitting as much as possible and by redesigning our sitting places. Content: https://www.webhealthjournal.com/simple-tips-for-sitting-po

18.01.2022 SHOCKWAVE THERAPY Extracorporeal Shockwave therapy (ESWT) is a non-invasive treatment that creates a series of low energy wave pulsations that are applied to an area through a person’s skin. WHAT DOES IT DO?... ESWT helps trigger the body’s natural healing process by increasing blood flow and metabolic activtiy, reduction in chronic inflammation, collagen production and reduction in calcium build up. Commonly used for the treatment of musculoskeletal issues involving connective tissues, such as ligaments and tendons, as well as for calcification, spurs and bursitis. There is a growing body of evidence that ESWT can also improve osteoarthritis pain through the reparative healing process. Patients often feel relief within the 1st or 2nd treatment depending on the severity of the condition. Being cost effective, non-invasive and with very limited side effects, Shockwave therapy is a great option for chronic pain where traditional treatments may not have been successful! Book an appointment with our Physiotherapist, Nathan on 0400 435 269 to discuss if this treatment is right for you!

16.01.2022 Soft Reflex Balls Have Arrived! These cool looking spiky balls are great for; Massage Relieving tension & spasms ... Stimulation and relaxation of the muscles Promoting blood circulation Reflex balls can be used in lots of different ways and on any part of the body. For example can be used for massage, reflexology, hand therapy and relaxation exercises. Come and visit us at 2 Rafting Ground Road, Agnes Water and grab yours for only $10.

14.01.2022 Discovery Physio is located in beautiful Agnes Water and offers a range of physiotherapy and exercise rehabilitation services aimed at getting you pain free and moving with ease. With 15 years experience, Nathan Smith is an AHPRA registered Physiotherapist with training in a multitude of areas including Sports Physio, Clinical Pilates, Orthotics Prescription and is a KLT Functional Strength Coach. Discovery Physio offers in-rooms hands-on consultations and treatments, and onl...ine telehealth services, for a vast range of injuries and conditions. Our range of services includes treatment for all types of aches and ailments. We can help you with: - Acute, intermediate or chronic pain, of any intensity, including stiffness and soreness - Pre- and post- operative exercise and advice or another opinion regarding your condition - Any neck, shoulder, elbow, wrist pains or injuries, including headaches - Any feet, ankle, knee, hip and back pain, including disc bulges balance issues, gait issues - Arthritis, osteoporosis, diabetes, fibromyalgia, poor posture, scoliosis, vertigo or any other debilitation or condition exercise and fitness advice or programs, weight loss, nutrition and health eating, work conditioning and general conditioning - Foot orthotics and arch supports, footwear, supports, braces and exercise equipment and more...please ask. Now Accepting: Medicare, DVA, Tyro and Work Cover QLD claiming To make an appointment before we officially open this Monday 1st June call us on 0400 435 269 or book online here: https://bookings.nookal.com/bookings/location/DUYYJ For more information visit: www.discoveryphysio.com.au

14.01.2022 A step-by-step guide to ensuring your home office isn't injuring your body Of those who have been fortunate enough to be able to work remotely during the pandemic, chances are your home was not quite prepared to become your full-time office. Whether you’re tapping away at that desk you panic-bought, you’re sitting at the kitchen table with the kids or you’re sneaking off to the couch, physiotherapists say it’s important to consider how you are positioning your body. ... Click here for complete article: https://www.theage.com.au//a-step-by-step-guide-to-ensurin

14.01.2022 We will be closed this Monday 5th October 2020 for the Queens Birthday Holiday Wishing everyone a relaxing long weekend!

14.01.2022 Lets talk POSTURE! What is good posture? Posture is how you sit or stand. It means your body is positioned correctly and the weight is evenly balanced so that the skeleton, muscles and ligaments aren’t overstretched or strained....Continue reading

13.01.2022 Suffering from DIZZINESS or VERTIGO? Our Senior Physiotherapist Nathan Smith can help! Vestibular physiotherapy can be a very good option for treating symptoms of dizziness and vertigo, especially if these symptoms are triggered or made worse by movement. In many cases, dizziness that is worse with movement is caused by a disorder involving the inner ear (vestibular) system. Research has shown that vestibular physiotherapy is highly effective in treating vestibular disorders..., such as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), viral infection of the inner ear (vestibular neuritis) and vestibular migraine (a form of migraine that causes vertigo and dizziness with or without symptoms of headache). Your physiotherapist with specific skills in vestibular rehabilitation would conduct a comprehensive assessment of your dizziness and vertigo, and, in many cases, would be able to establish the cause for your symptoms. If unable to establish a cause for your symptoms, your physiotherapist would refer you to a medical specialist who would be able to order more extensive testing. Vestibular physiotherapy involves: - Habituation exercises: these exercises involve specific movements that are designed to gently stimulate the symptoms of dizziness in order to desensitise the vestibular system to those movements. They are designed to reduce symptoms of dizziness. - Eyehead coordination exercises: these exercises are designed to improve focus and reduce symptoms of dizziness. - Balance and gait exercises: these exercises involve challenging the vestibular balance system in order to strengthen it. They are designed to improve balance and confidence when walking. - Re-positioning techniques: these techniques are used for a specific inner ear (vestibular) condition known as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). This condition results in significant symptoms of vertigo when changing position, such as when lying down or rolling over in bed. Techniques such as the Epley manoeuvre can successfully treat BPPV but should be performed by your physiotherapist with specific skills in vestibular rehabilitation. To schedule an appointment with Nathan call 0400 435 269 or book online here: https://bookings.nookal.com/bookings/location/DUYYJ Source: https://choose.physio/your-body/head/dizziness-and-vertigo

13.01.2022 Let’s talk trigger points! Trigger points are a common source of pain around the neck, shoulders, hips, and lower back. Also known as muscle knots, they can feel like hard, painful lumps. Stress, injury, overuse, or exertion of your muscles are general causes, often feeling like joint or nerve pain and likely causing discomfort in other areas due to the muscles becoming shorter and tighter.... HOW CAN PHYSIOTHERAPY HELP? There are many methods of treatment for these areas including dry needling, manual therapy, electric stimulation, and stretching/strengthening exercises. Our Physiotherapist, Nathan, can help identify causes such as poor training techniques, posture, and other potential strains on your muscles you might not even know your doing! If you have any questions about how trigger points might be affecting you, ask your Physiotherapist for more detailed information!

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12.01.2022 What is Dry Needling..... Dry needling, also known as myofascial trigger point dry needling, is an alternative medicine technique similar to acupuncture. Dry needling is sometimes also known as intramuscular stimulation. It involves the use of either solid filiform needles or hollow-core hypodermic needles for therapy of muscle pain, including pain related to myofascial pain syndrome. Dry needling is mainly used to "treat" myofascial "trigger points", but it is also used to ..."target" connective tissue, neural ailments, and muscular ailments. The American Physical Therapy Association defines dry needling as a technique used to treat dysfunction of skeletal muscle and connective tissue, minimize peripheral nociception (pain), and improve or regulate structural or functional damage. Dry needling is available with our Senior Physiotherapist Nathan Smith and can be performed during a treatment appointment. To find out more or to book with Nathan call us on 0400 435 269, message or book online here: https://bookings.nookal.com/bookings/location/DUYYJ Information obtained from Wikipedia.

11.01.2022 What do Physiotherapists do? Physiotherapy is the treatment of injury, disease and disorders through physical methods such as exercise, massage, manipulation and other treatments over medication and surgery. Many people may believe that physiotherapists mainly work with back and sports-related injuries, but that's not always the case. Physiotherapists are highly trained health professionals who provide treatment for people suffering from physical problems arising from inj...Continue reading

10.01.2022 We stock a range of awesome products to assist with relief between appointments, some of our most popular are; - Foam Rollers - Lumber D Roll great for your car seat or office chair - Assorted hot and cold packs incl Large Neck & Shoulder packs... - Fisiocrem we have 60g and 250g tubes - 3-IN-1 Combo Electrotherapy Fortress - Featuring TENS function, Massage function and Electro Muscle Stimulation function - Soft Reflex Balls - Tranquillow Therapeutic Pillows available in three sizes; kids, small soft and standard soft Feel free to message or call us on 0400 435 269 to check availability of an item or to check whether we have it on hand, once off orders of a specific product are also welcome!

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07.01.2022 Not sure whether to treat pain with cold or heat?? As a general rule of thumb, use ice for acute injuries or pain, along with inflammation and swelling. Use heat for muscle pain or stiffness. Read the full article here: https://www.healthline.com//treating-pain-with-heat-and-co

04.01.2022 Discovery Physio is having a much needed little break! We will be closing early today at 1:30pm and will re open as usual on Tuesday 29th September If you would like to make an appointment in the mean time please head over to our online booking: https://bookings.nookal.com/bookings/location/DUYYJ If you need to reschedule or discuss an existing appointment please send us a text message or call and leave a voicemail on 0400 435 269 and we will be sure to get in touch with you upon opening on Tuesday. We hope everyone has a fab weekend!

03.01.2022 Discovery Physio is now stocking ARCHIES Arch Support Thongs! Try Archies Thongs for comfort and practicality! Designed by Physiotherapists for optimal foot function while still looking stylish. Especially great for those who have a need for orthotics and want to free the feet!... Pop in and grab a pair, only $35.00 and sizes range from US5 US12. If we do not have your size or preferred colour in stock, we can order them in with no hassle! A pair of thongs so comfy and supportive, you’ll never want to take them off your feet!

03.01.2022 We are now stocking the MUST have award-winning backrest support ObusForme! The Lowback Backrest Support transforms ordinary chairs into ergonomically correct seating. Unlike ordinary "L"-shaped chairs, the "S"-shape of the Obus Forme Backrest Support cushion molds your spine into a more anatomically correct position, and help to enhance overall posture by supporting proper spinal alignment. Some the fab features include: Assist with preventing fatigue by reducing strai...n and energy demand on muscles Can provide relief from pain aggravated by poor posture including back pain, neck pain, shoulder tension and headaches Can ease the pain caused by spinal disc problems and sciatica by reducing spinal compression Removable and adjustable lumbar pad offers additional back support that can be customized for your needs The unique polycarbonate "S"-shaped frame with polyurethane foam gently supports the natural contours of your spine Brushed nylon cover can be removed and sponge washed Lightweight and portable back support pillow for use at home, in the office, car or on the go Come in and check out the ObusForme Backrest Support, priced at $160.00 each and well worth every cent!