Spooner Specialist Physiotherapy in Gladesville, New South Wales, Australia | Physical therapist

Spooner Specialist Physiotherapy

Locality: Gladesville, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 9817 7100

Address: 35 Pittwater Road 2111 Gladesville, NSW, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 2020 marks 10 years of partnership between Our director Simonne and the Eastwood Rugby Family as Eastwoods grade physiotherapist. During that time shes Supported first grade to 3 premierships wins in 2011, 2014 and 2015. Being one of the most highly regarded specialist sports physios in Australia, she provides invaluable experience and expertise when it comes to diagnosing injuries and returning players to the football field. She is a pioneer for the importance of womens i...nvolvement in such a male dominated sport. Mon is Eastwood royalty as 2019 Eastwood captain Robert Lagudi once said, with her dad Jono, and both brothers all playing in grand final winning teams for Eastwood prior to Mons appointment. Mon and the rest of the girls at SSP bleed royal blue forever and always, and will do whatever it takes to get the boys back playing at their best ASAP. We hope this partnership continues for many more years, and through many more premierships

25.01.2022 A message from the Federal Health Minister. We are open and here to help you as always!

25.01.2022 From all of us at SSP, and Charlie Bear, we wish our Ammy @samanthaassaf a very Happy Birthday. We love you, and hope you have a magical day #ssp #physio #charliesangels

25.01.2022 At SSP we are doing everything we can to keep our doors open for you! Remember, as always, but especially now, we are your specialists for back and neck pain, osteoarthritis management, and acute sprains and strains. Help us keep the emergency departments and doctors clear for those who need them most at this time. #sspteam #ssphysiotherapy

24.01.2022 On the 2nd day of Xmas .... 2 consecutive years HH GF winners SSP can’t wait for the 2021 season @lozstein & @lookoutbeloe supporting the fellas @hhrugby and the Sheila’s @hhwomensrugby battling it out on the field! ... #physio #sportsphysio #rugby #subbies #hhru #winnersaregrinners

24.01.2022 This is 2!! Today marks 2 years since we moved to our current Gladesville location and rebranded to SSP. What a move it has proven to be, and what a family and community we have built. We are all looking forward to a wonderful 2021!!

24.01.2022 When you have mastered this exercise on flat feet then perform it on your toes. This adds extra weight and an extra challenge... but make sure to maintain your perfect form . Thank you to my assistant for her perfect form!

23.01.2022 What a spectacular day for the Virtual Mothers Day Classic! A massive thank you to everyone who donated. I am thrilled to have raised over $600 for such a worthy cause. And to my baby girl, the inspiration for it all. I love you my darling. Thank you for the honour of being your mummy

23.01.2022 Back at the field of dreams @eastwoodrugby

22.01.2022 You must walk 10,000 steps per day!! This seems to have become the magical number to walk before you can give yourself a well earned pat on the back and look smug like a Karen. But where did this number come from?? ... Lee et al in 2019 looked at the number of daily steps taken and the mortality rate in older women. They found that 4,400 steps a day reduces the mortality rate by 41% when compared to women walking 2,700 steps daily. 7,500 steps provides further decrease to mortality rates before the benefits level out. Ofcourse this fits with what we already know, that exercise and an active lifestyle is the answer to a longer and healthier life! As physios we are here to ensure you can be active and participating in whatever activity brings you joy whether that be walking or waterpolo-ing From niggles, to more serious injuries we are here to get you back to doing all the things you love! Give us a call on 98177100 so we can smash those step goals

22.01.2022 At SSP we are putting one foot forward to support mental health research One in 5 people experience symptoms of mental illness each year ahd so this issue is v...ery close to all of us, having experienced or known someone who has suffered from mental illness in some fashion We’re fundraising to raise money for life changing research into treatment and prevention of mental illness, as well as provision of support services for those that need it most We each have our own individual exercise goals, but our aim is to raise $1000 collectively as a team We’d love is you could consider donating even the smallest of amounts, and if you could share this post we would be forever grateful Www.onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/SSPsquad

22.01.2022 Shoulder pain is common and often peoples symptoms never fully resolve. Subacromial shoulder pain in particular is the pain that can be felt when elevating and externally rotating the shoulder (the movement of reaching above head) A 2020 systematic review update by Louise Pieters et al., concluded that: EXERCISE and manual therapy (physio specific skills) can improve pain and function ... And should be used as a priority OVER surgery and injections Contact us on 9817 7100 if this sounds like you

22.01.2022 For those of you now working from home Try as hard as you can to imitate the set up you have at your work desk. Looking down at your laptop or tablet can put your neck under increase strain, even when sitting at a desk or dining table.... We are still here to help you should your best plans go awry.

21.01.2022 From injury heartache to a Grand Final Berth It’s been a huge year for one of SSPs favourites, Matt Gonzalez, more affectionately known as Gonzo! Gonzo spent the last two seasons battling quad injuries, losing confidence and trust in his body and belief in his abilities.... At the end of last season, we started on the process of breaking down and identifying Gonzo’s weaknesses and dysfunctions, and then with nothing other than bloody hard work, and guidance along the way, Gonz has rebuilt his body and has had a stellar season. He regained his top speed and acceleration, trusted his body to snipe and run which is such a huge part of his game, and scored 11 tries, 2nd in the Shute Shield competition, and helped his team into the Grand Final vs Gordon this Saturday. As a former staff member of mine, he has always been very special to us, so being able to guide him back to his best has been one of the very best parts of a great season and we can’t wait to watch him on Saturday! Thanks to @sandmgonz for the great snaps

20.01.2022 Training load pre-season - the protective effect of preseason in team sport Windt at al., 2017 Proposed that An increase in the number of preseason sessions completed leads to reduced percentage of games missed due to injury. Similarly greater distance covered in a training week at a lower intensity leads to reduction in injury and time lost to injury during the season Alternatively increasing the percentage of distance covered at high speeds by 3.7% increases chances of injury by up to 34%. This is amplified when preseason participation is limited. As we get back into team sport, remember: pre-season intensity and volume is important in preventing injuries

19.01.2022 Do you need a second opinion?... Do you have an injury that you’ve been seeing a physio about and it’s just not getting better? Ask us about booking a specialist appointment with Simonne. Simonne is one of only about 50 Specialist sports physiotherapists Australia wide. What does this mean: ... Highly refined Diagnostic skills and clinical reasoning that are second to none. An Arsenal of manual techniques to treat specific and complex issues. The knowledge of the pathologies and progressions of such complex injuries, allowing provision of insightful management plans. A specialist appointment at SSP is a 1 hour appointment and includes: a thorough patient history and discussion around goals And return to sport if applicable. A full biomechanical assessment to determine diagnosis and contributing factors as well as compensations and adaptations A written diagnosis and explanation and education regarding the injury and the recovery pathway Manual therapy and exercise prescription as well as referral to relevant specialist if necessary to ensure multidisciplinary management. Areport to doctor / referring physio / team as necessary. Phone 9817 7100 or reach out to us on socials if you would like more information or to book a specialist appointment today! #physio #specialistphysio #sportsphysio #APA #sportsspecialist #manualtherapy #australianphysioassociation #Spoonerspecialistphysio #eastwoodrugby #gladesvillephysio #gladesville #huntershill @ Spooner Specialist Physiotherapy See more

19.01.2022 We apologise for any inconvenience. We are trying our best to get it back up and running. Thank you for your understanding

19.01.2022 We’re so excited - we’ve re-opened the clinic Monday to Friday so we can treat all our patients. Be assured though, we’re still taking strict hygiene precautions in all aspects of our practice to ensure that our patients and our staff remain safe and healthy!

18.01.2022 In times of stress we all need to take a moment to stop and breathe. SSP team yoga

18.01.2022 In a 2020 study by Maurer et al they demonstrated that a degree of physical inactivity as measured over 14 years showed a strong correlation with disc degeneration of the thoracic and lumbar spines. This is great news!! . Exercise will help keep your back strong and healthy, not damage it!

18.01.2022 With only work and exercise on our calendar, we are enjoying the beautiful outdoors and cherishing the slow days Back in the clinic tomorrow morning, ready to look after all our amazing clients

18.01.2022 From our family to yours. The SSP team wish everyone a very happy and safe Easter.

18.01.2022 We have been working hard here at SSP to bring you an even more comprehensive service. We are now a proud clinic of the Complete Concussion Management Inc. (CCMI) Partnership Programme - a network of clinics around the world offering evidence-based concussion care. From initial pre-season baseline testing to concussion treatment and rehabilitation, as partnered CCMI practitioners we collaborate with your Dr to co-manage concussions, helping patients and athletes safely ret...urn to learn, work and play. Simonne, Lauren and Emma have all completed the training course and Shannon is currently working on joining them. Call the clinic today on 9817 7100 if you would like to discuss how we can help you or someone you know with any concussion concerns.

17.01.2022 A big Happy Birthday to my right hand girl and one of Charlie’s favourite Aunties! From all of us at SSP, we hope you have a truly magical day

17.01.2022 This Mother’s Day... the Mother’s Day Classic is going virtual and instead of running the beautiful Domain Course, Charlie and I will be running the 8km in our own beautiful backyard This is a cause very dear to my heart and very close to home, and I am delighted to be running it with my baby girl, in the hope that she may never be touched by this disease in her lifetime. I know everyone is doing it tough, so we are after words and thoughts of encouragement, but if an...yone has a couple of dollars to spare, I have also attached the sponsorship link https://fundraise.mothersdayclassic.com.au//mothers-day-cl We will post photos on Mother’s Day... expect pink tutus!! @ Spooner Specialist Physiotherapy

17.01.2022 Yesterday marked 6 months since our Director Simonne began her running journey after having Charlie in 2018 She increased her distance and volume carefully, included a lot of walking daily body weight exercises to increase her leg strength and endurance and rested when her body told her too. She did most of her kilometres with a great running pram to ensure she could find time for her exercise and take her little PT with her ... Simonne ran a 5km time trial last night without Charlie to see how far she had come. And the results speak for themselves. Over 2 mins per km faster, and the fastest 5km she has ever run, pre or post Charlie. If you are a new mum who is keen to begin or return to your running, Simonne has both the Specialist Physio skills and experience to assist you, as well as her own personal journey as a guide Call us today on 9817 7100 if youre ready to become your best self. @ Spooner Specialist Physiotherapy

16.01.2022 Happy Birthday to one of SSPs fabulous receptionists and Charlies Aunty Mig

16.01.2022 Shoulder pain is common and often people’s symptoms never fully resolve. Subacromial shoulder pain in particular is the pain that can be felt when elevating and externally rotating the shoulder (the movement of reaching above head) A 2020 systematic review update by Louise Pieters et al., concluded that: EXERCISE and manual therapy (physio specific skills) can improve pain and function ... And should be used as a priority OVER surgery and injections Contact us on 9817 7100 if this sounds like you

15.01.2022 A rugby relationship 17 years in the making. Simonne first met Tom when she was the Physio for his Eastwood Under 17s Team. And here she is getting him ready for his Eastwood Rugby Shute Shield game at TG Millner yesterday. Whos aged better ... #woodswoodswoods #physio #woodsinpink #womeninsport #shuteshield

14.01.2022 With the renewed concern and Covid-19 clusters in Sydney, we wanted to take this opportunity to assure all of our SSP family that our original Covid-safe measures remain in place We have fulfilled the NSW government requirements as a Covid Safe Business We have increased our efforts to ensure the health and safety of our staff and clients, with all of our Physio staff wearing masks during your treatments

14.01.2022 Have you been told to get a cortisone injection? A cortisone or CSI is a steroid injection used to reduce pain in musculoskeletal injuries or worn joints. Orchard in 2019 found that although it may alleviate your pain short term, patients can suffer a quicker path to joint replacement or further deteriorate soft tissue. ... CSI can be a really useful tool post-injury, but before you consider if it is necessary for you give us a ring to discuss the pros and cons for your unique situation! If you HAVE had a cortisone then we need to use this opportunity to strengthen and improve your function to get the best results long term! 9817 7100

14.01.2022 When you spend all off season planning the perfect kit... and they postpone the season #fullkitthursday #letthegirlsplay #woodsinpink

13.01.2022 We are so excited to have kids sport back in just a couple of weeks! Growing pains in the form of Severs Disease or Osgood Schlatters Syndrome are very common in children, and combined with a long off season and then return to high load in sport can lead to significant pain and dysfunction. We want all our kids to love every minute of being back on the sporting field, but its important to monitor how much they do, how quickly. ... At SSP we are experienced in managing overload conditions and can help keep your kids playing the sport they love with minimal time off, whilst ensuring they heal well. Call us on 9817 7100 if you need expert advice for keeping your child fit and healthy on back on the field theyve missed so much! #kidssport #physioforkids #kidsfooty #footyseason #byebyecovid #running #sportseason #wintersports #touchfooty #littleathletes #sportykids #sports #sportsphysio #sportsphysiotherapy #physiolife #physiogram #spoonerspecialist #sportster

12.01.2022 At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.

12.01.2022 We’re about as happy as @alexpappalardo01 scoring his first 1st grade try that The woods are back this week after our bye playing the rats at home! Don’t hesitate to contact us if you’re feeling the niggle from sport or sitting at your dining table working from home!

12.01.2022 HUNTERS HILL SEMI-FINALS TOMORROW! We are so excited for a big game tomorrow and for our boys to slay the semis. Our first grade boys will be crushing UNSW, whilst our second grade boys are playing St Pats, and Colts take on Barker Old boys. Our physio, Loz, will be joining them tomorrow keeping the boys playing at their peak! Big thanks to the team at @framing__life for these great shots ... #footy #football #rugbyunion #rugby #huntershill #physio #choosephysio #sport #sportsphysio #wintersports #finals #semifinals

10.01.2022 On Monday we had our company photos done. We’d like to give a special shoutout to Anthony Burns from Homepix Photography , who did an amazing job at photographing us (can’t be too hard though with these faces, right?). Anthony has been doing our company photos for years now and we love his work Enjoy this candid shot, more are coming so we can officially introduce you to our new team members, and refamiliarise you with our existing ones that you already know and love! #choosephysio #physio #photography #team #sports #athletes #physiotherapy #training

10.01.2022 This is a great exercise for anyone suffering long standing neck, upper back or shoulder pain and dysfunction. Over time, the brain sees all of these separate body parts as one whole, and we can find it hard to differentiate and move one joint separately from another. It is a skill acquisition exercise, so the more the better ... And doing exercise with a friend always helps with motivation

10.01.2022 A message from the Federal Minister for Health regarding Physio Clinics. We are open and we are here to help as always!

09.01.2022 About last week... What an incredible season 2020 turned out to be. The smile on my face sums up how much I enjoyed my 10th season with the Woods! With what the amazing players, staff and the best supporters in Sydney Rugby were able to achieve this season... I can’t wait to see what season 2021 has in store! ... sandmgonz

09.01.2022 Happy Birthday to one of SSP’s fabulous receptionists and Charlie’s Aunty Mig

08.01.2022 What a spectacular day for the Virtual Mother’s Day Classic! A massive thank you to everyone who donated. I am thrilled to have raised over $600 for such a worthy cause. And to my baby girl, the inspiration for it all. I love you my darling. Thank you for the honour of being your mummy

08.01.2022 The next progression in our shoulder series! This certainly adds an increased challenge, so it is important to continue to focus on form!

08.01.2022 We apologise for any inconvenience, we are trying our best to get it back up and running

08.01.2022 SSP would like to introduce you to our new team member Lauren! Loz will be working with our Hunters Hill Rugby Boys and is here Monday to Friday and ready and keen to help you with any of your Physio needs. Call us on 9817 7100 today for an appointment. @ Spooner Specialist Physiotherapy

07.01.2022 This Mothers Day... the Mothers Day Classic is going virtual and instead of running the beautiful Domain Course, Charlie and I will be running the 8km in our own beautiful backyard This is a cause very dear to my heart and very close to home, and I am delighted to be running it with my baby girl, in the hope that she may never be touched by this disease in her lifetime. I know everyone is doing it tough, so we are after words and thoughts of encouragement, but if an...yone has a couple of dollars to spare, I have also attached the sponsorship link https://fundraise.mothersdayclassic.com.au//mothers-day-cl We will post photos on Mothers Day... expect pink tutus!! @ Spooner Specialist Physiotherapy

07.01.2022 Were so excited - weve re-opened the clinic Monday to Friday so we can treat all our patients. Be assured though, were still taking strict hygiene precautions in all aspects of our practice to ensure that our patients and our staff remain safe and healthy!

07.01.2022 Do you need a second opinion?... Do you have an injury that youve been seeing a physio about and its just not getting better? Ask us about booking a specialist appointment with Simonne. Simonne is one of only about 50 Specialist sports physiotherapists Australia wide. What does this mean: ... Highly refined Diagnostic skills and clinical reasoning that are second to none. An Arsenal of manual techniques to treat specific and complex issues. The knowledge of the pathologies and progressions of such complex injuries, allowing provision of insightful management plans. A specialist appointment at SSP is a 1 hour appointment and includes: a thorough patient history and discussion around goals And return to sport if applicable. A full biomechanical assessment to determine diagnosis and contributing factors as well as compensations and adaptations A written diagnosis and explanation and education regarding the injury and the recovery pathway Manual therapy and exercise prescription as well as referral to relevant specialist if necessary to ensure multidisciplinary management. Areport to doctor / referring physio / team as necessary. Phone 9817 7100 or reach out to us on socials if you would like more information or to book a specialist appointment today! #physio #specialistphysio #sportsphysio #APA #sportsspecialist #manualtherapy #australianphysioassociation #Spoonerspecialistphysio #eastwoodrugby #gladesvillephysio #gladesville #huntershill @ Spooner Specialist Physiotherapy See more

07.01.2022 SHOUT OUT TO ALL LOWER BACK PAIN SUFFERERS Has COVID left you unmotivated and now trying to get back to activities you love? Back pain is the leading cause of disability world-wide. ... O’Sullivan et al have found that unhelpful beliefs reinforced by the media can strongly influence and drive negative responses to pain! E.g. Exercise and loading your spine causes ‘wear and tear’ and tissue damage In fact we KNOW that movement of our spine is safe and builds structural resilience when implemented properly! Physios are in a great position to ease symptoms, finding treatments and exercise strategies which work best for the individual Don’t let your pain take control of your life! Give the team a call on 02 9817 7100 to work 1 on 1 to get you back to doing all the things you love!

05.01.2022 Thanks to @framing__life for this Our physio Loz is loving supporting the @hhrugby boys through their season! At SSP we seriously believe there is a place for women within traditionally male dominated sports. We love supporting the boys through their injuries and giving them the encouragement they need on and off the field to push through and get the job done. #specialstsportsphysio #sportsphysio #physio #rugby #subbiesrugby #subbies #huntershillrugby #eastwood #eastwoodrugby #womeninsport #APA #gladesville #shuteshield #sydneyrugbyunion

05.01.2022 We have the skills to help manage and treat your concussion if you suspect a concussion call us on 9817 7100 to book your appointment

05.01.2022 On Monday we had our company photos done. Wed like to give a special shoutout to Anthony Burns from Homepix Photography , who did an amazing job at photographing us (cant be too hard though with these faces, right?). Anthony has been doing our company photos for years now and we love his work Enjoy this candid shot, more are coming so we can officially introduce you to our new team members, and refamiliarise you with our existing ones that you already know and love! #choosephysio #physio #photography #team #sports #athletes #physiotherapy #training

04.01.2022 On Grand Final Eve, it is only right that I thank these incredible women for their unwavering energy, support and commitment to both SSP and Eastwood Rugby! You form an integral part of the success of both the club and the clinic this year and I could not have done any of it without you!! Enjoy your first Shute Shield Grand Final Day @emmalouisedobbie and @megtylerr ... you’ve certainly earned it!

04.01.2022 10 years on and can not wait to step out on the field with this amazing club on another Grand Final Day!!

04.01.2022 Loz getting it done at Boronia Park, helping @hhrugby to big victories over Barker Old Boys. . #physiotherapy #rugby #teamphysio #subbiesrugby

03.01.2022 A big Happy Birthday to my right hand girl and one of Charlies favourite Aunties! From all of us at SSP, we hope you have a truly magical day

03.01.2022 Sciatica? Referred pain? Dr Googling yourself into serious confusion and struggling to feel better Sometimes injuries right themselves with tender love and care and sometimes they just don’t! Owen et al 2020 found that there is no single right approach and diagnosis of chronic back pain to fix everyone. ... The most effective method is combining resistance and motor control focussed exercise with hands on therapy to reduce pain, improve function and mental health If you’re at your wits end and tried all the YouTubes and #influencer do’s and don’ts then come on in and let the pros help! 9817 7100

02.01.2022 For some of our clients, we realise the safest place is in their own home home Online Physio is an evidence-based, effective way we can interview, examine, diagnose and provide a home exercise programme and self management strategies to suit your needs. Whilst we realise it is not the same as our normal product, we are hopeful it will help maintain the gains you have made, and keep you going until we are back to business as usual.