The Physio in Toowoomba, Queensland | Podiatrist

The Physio

Locality: Toowoomba, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 4638 3022

Address: 14 Ipswich Street East 4350 Toowoomba, QLD, Australia

Website: https://www.thephysio.net.au

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24.01.2022 Check out our new Mat Pilates classes! Held by our fantastic exercise physiologist, Emily

24.01.2022 Think that pelvic floor problems are only related to pregnancy? Think again. You can develop pelvic pain and problems with incontinence (and much more) from: Constipation... Heavy lifting Chronic coughing Changes in hormone levels at menopause Weakness after surgery Stress Diabetes ... among other causes! If you have any weakness, we'd love to help.

24.01.2022 Is one of your New Year's resolutions around becoming or staying active, fit and healthy? We can help you achieve these goals with our Senior Physiotherapist, Stuart Canavan. If you haven't already been in to see Stu, he's unlike any other Physio in the region. With over 25 years of experience across Australia and America specialising in pain science and high-performance sports, Stu is the man to help you achieve your resolutions.... Whether that's to run your first marathon, walk around the block without pain, or get to the top sports team at school. Get in touch with us to book your appointment with Stu this summer!

24.01.2022 Are shin splints stopping you mid-run? We can help - and we can help you run safely, and help you prevent injury. Give our team at The Physio a call!

23.01.2022 Is tech neck causing your neck pain? "Tech neck" is the name given to the position where your neck faces forwards and downwards for prolonged periods - like when you take a seat and hold your phone out in front of you or down by your stomach. We're shared all the symptoms, associated problems and our prevention tips in our new blog: https://www.thephysio.net.au//tech-neck-prevention-treatme

21.01.2022 We have THREE POSITIONS NOW AVAILABLE with our amazing team! We're on the hunt for: Full-time administration assistant in Toowoomba Part-time permanent ad...ministration assistant in Warwick Orthotic technician/handyman in Toowoomba All the details for each position are in our Seek ads - and we've posted the links to all three in the comments below. If you're looking for a dynamic and fantastic team that prioritise people, culture and providing exceptional patient care then this may be the perfect fit for you. If you know someone that could be a great fit - tag them below!

21.01.2022 Yes we are open on the 25th of March onwards. We urge people to call and if necessary we will see you in person and we are also able to do Tele-Physio appointments. Please stay home if you are sick. We have taken measures to minimise contact with other patients and staff. Where possible come by yourself to minimise your risk and our risk. Our thoughts are with everyone and their families from the Optimise Health team, stay safe and please call if you have any questions. 07 4638 3022.

20.01.2022 Together with Optimise Health, we are now offering strength & balance classes! These small group classes are led by our fantastic exercise physiologist, Emily. Strength and balance classes involve exercises that focus on whole-body strength and stability by honing in on your key stabilising muscles. No experience necessary. This class is great for:... Osteoporosis Falls prevention Improving balance Improving whole-body strength Improving muscle quality Improving mobility and confidence when walking This is a 60-minute class with a 5-person maximum. To reserve your place, call the Optimise Health centre on 07 4638 3022. All classes require an initial appointment to confirm suitability.

20.01.2022 Our Mat Pilates classes are officially online and available to book into! See the details here: https://www.thephysio.net.au/services/mat-pilates-class

20.01.2022 It's getting colder - and that means warm, comfy and protective indoor slippers! Together with our sister clinic, The Podiatrist, we're now proud to stock a full range - available online - check them out here! https://bit.ly/2W0GZ3p

20.01.2022 What's the verdict on ballet flats? Could they be causing the changes to your feet that you're noticing? Anne-Maree, over at our sister clinic The Podiatrist, gives you an insight into how ballet shoes may be affecting your feet

19.01.2022 Are you okay? After everything that this year has brought with it, it's fair to say that many of us have gone through a rollercoaster of ups and downs. Today is R U OK day, where we encourage our team, and you, to check in with someone and ask how they're doing.

18.01.2022 Who loves a good physio joke....

18.01.2022 Operating in the Optimise Health clinic with this *lovely* new signage, we are stoked to be back in full force and open with NO referrals needed! Of course, we're still implementing additional; hygiene measures as your safety is our top priority!

17.01.2022 What can we help you with here at The Physio??

17.01.2022 We're hoping that we'll be able to offer hydrotherapy again SOON once the aquatic centre re-opens! If you're not sure how hydrotherapy can help you, here's Piet sharing about hydrotherapy from last year

16.01.2022 If you can't shift that pregnancy 'pouch' and aren't sure why, you may have a condition called Diastasis Recti. It describes the separation of your abdominal muscles, that leads to bulging in the middle of your stomach. We've shared all about it here: https://www.thephysio.net.au/blog/item/diastasis-recti

15.01.2022 We are still on the hunt for an orthotic technician / handyman in Toowoomba All the details are in our Seek ad - the link is in the comments below! If you...'re looking for a dynamic and fantastic team that prioritise people, culture and providing exceptional patient care then this may be the perfect fit for you. If you know someone that could be a great fit - tag them below!

15.01.2022 We work very closely with our sister clinic at The Podiatrist to help you optimise your health. Here's Sam talking about one of our new and exciting services - squat programming!

15.01.2022 Wondered if the position of your child's backpack is hurting their back? Here are some tips to help your kids wear their backpack comfortably! Sit the bag higher up on the back, as opposed to lower down Always have two WIDE straps. Avoid single shoulder straps or narrow straps... Make sure the backpack size is proportionate to your child, sitting above the hip bones and no lower than 5cm below the top of the shoulders Use the bag compartments well! Pack lighter items in the outside pockets, and heavier items in the large inner pocket, closest to your child's back Use the waist-strap if the back-pack has one! See more

15.01.2022 We LOVE our clinic space. We take pride in keeping it lovely warm and welcoming for you. Well... warm when it's cold outside and cool when it's warm outside! It's important to us to do our best by you, and it's these little details that we know can make a big difference. Can't wait to see you all this week!

14.01.2022 Here's Physiotherapist, Pieter, talking about how we help you start running!

12.01.2022 ‘Bulging discs’ don’t always cause back pain. Did you know that you can have a bulging disc, that has been evident on a scan such as an MRI and have absolutely no pain? Studies have shown that age related changes in a disc, such as bulging, don’t fully explain why a person is experiencing back pain. So if you have been undergoing treatment for a ‘bulging disc’ and are not improving give the physio team at Optimise Health a call to arrange a time to undertake an assessment and management plan that will incorporate the latest in pain sciences knowledge to help you.

12.01.2022 Getting Surgery? There's a common misconception that the success of your surgery is dependent solely on your surgeons, and "how the surgery goes". The reality is that what YOU do leading up to your surgery, and throughout your recovery (especially in the initial weeks) has a LOT to do with your outcome both now and in the many years to come.... That's why we help our patients with: Preparing them and their body for their specific surgery Working to optimise their recovery Helping them avoid anything that may impair recovery and instead focusing on techniques that will facilitate a healthy and timely recovery If this sounds like you or anyone you know, tell them to call The Physio!

12.01.2022 Knee pain - are you getting any of these symptoms? Pain below or around the kneecap Swelling Weakness at the knee... Stiffness when moving the knee joint Tingling or burning Difficulty walking on the injured leg If so - we can help! We find the cause of the problem and treat it to alleviate your current symptoms, and help prevent them coming back in the future.

11.01.2022 What's the best position to be sleeping in if you have lower back pain? You can try: Lying on your back with a small pillow beneath your knees. This should help encourage the natural curvature of your spine. Try to prevent your head from going to one side Sleep on your side with a pillow beneath the knees. This raises the upper leg, which restores the natural alignment of the hips, pelvis and spine. Don't forget to alternate sides!... Sleep in the fetal position. This is the curled position where you like on your side, drawing your knees up to your chest until your back is relatively straight. Don't forget to support your head and neck with a pillow. This is a good position for those with a herniated disk as it can help give some relief.

11.01.2022 Did you know that the benefits to your child when they get at least one hour of exercise every day has far wider-reaching effects than just the physical benefits? Yep! Aside from helping develop their muscle and bone strength and cardiovascular capacity, exercise also helps: Enhance self-esteem... Improve concentration Reduce the symptoms of anxiety Boost energy levels Controls mood swings Fosters the feelings of happiness ... And so much more! We love helping kids stay healthy, happy and be pain-free to explore, adventure and keep active!

10.01.2022 We're here - and are remaining open to help our community with their foot and health problems, continuing to free our local GP's and hospitals to continue to re...spond to the COVID-19 crisis. Your health and safety is our priority - and our strict hygiene and sterilisation protocols are in full force to help keep you safe. Our team are ready and waiting - and looking forward to seeing and caring for you soon.

09.01.2022 Could your pillow be causing your neck pain? We've talked about this - and what you can do to prevent it - here: https://www.thephysio.net.au//is-your-pillow-causing-your-

08.01.2022 Did you know that up to 70% of women will experience incontinence at some point in their lives? Yep! And your pelvic floor often has something to do with it. This is because the pelvic floor helps us to stay continent (as well as helping stabilise our lower back and pelvic, and helps our sexual activity!). Your pelvic floor is a group of muscles, connective tissues and the nervous system that helps support the bladder, bowel and the uterus in women. This means that MEN can ha...ve problems with their pelvic floor, too. If you need help with problems around your pelvic floor, we'd love to help. Book in with our physio team in Toowoomba by calling (07) 4638 3022.

08.01.2022 Is your work making you vulnerable to hand and wrist injuries? Many hand and wrist injuries are PREVENTABLE because they occur from repeated daily use. Often, this occurs at work - whether that's in your workplace or your new home office. If you've been feeling any small or sharp pains or niggles at work, or have noticed certain movements that exacerbate your discomfort, get them sorted early - before they worsen to a more serious or longstanding problem.

08.01.2022 Have recent circumstances seen you sitting at a desk and hunching over more than normal - leading to back pain? Back pain is something that we're trained to treat here at The Physio. We don't just look at managing your current symptoms though - we go beyond that to help prevent it from happening in the future - and give you the tools to know what to do if it does.

08.01.2022 Exercising after pregnancy - where do you even start? Having a baby places enormous stress on your body - so we've shown you where you can start here: https://www.thephysio.net.au//exercise-after-pregnancy-whe

07.01.2022 Is water alone enough for your recovery after exercise? When you exercise and sweat, you don't just lose water - you also lose electrolytes. Electrolytes are essential to the healthy function of your body, and having an electrolyte imbalance can affect everything from the regularity of your heartbeat to your muscle health. Many electrolytes can be lost through exercise, including sodium, potassium, magnesium and more, which may cause symptoms including cramps, headaches and... worse. So how do you know if you may benefit from an electrolyte replacement? Generally speaking, if you're completing non-strenuous exercise for under an hour, then it's likely you'll be okay. If you're exercising for over an hour, and doing it regularly, then an electrolyte replacement MAY be beneficial, according to sports dietitians. If you're currently training for a marathon on strenuous sports events, then we highly recommend chatting to your GP, who can also test your electrolyte balance so you know for certain. Having stable levels of both hydration and electrolytes is important for your overall health, well-being and body function, so if you're not feeling quite right, get your levels checked and look after yourself!

07.01.2022 Ice OR heat - which should you be using after a workout? Ice works by constricting the blood vessels, helping to reduce inflammation by decreasing the blood flow to the area. This means less pain and potentially less damage to the tissues. Heat helps dilate your blood vessels, promote blood flow, clear waste products from the body and help your muscles relax.... While both are very different, they can both help your recovery when used appropriately, and many people alternate both to help control and reduce exercise-related muscle pain. However you use ice and heat, don't forget to: Never apply heat or ice directly to the skin, do so through a towel or hot water bottle, or limit the temperature Never apply heat to an open wound, or ice to someone that is already very cold Stay mindful of your other conditions - like if you have sensation loss from diabetes, as you may not be able to feel the effects of the heat/ice and prolonged exposure to either may cause an injury or further damage If you have an injury and you need help to recovery effectively and in a timely manner, we're here to help!

06.01.2022 Chronic pain is a massive problem here in Australia with almost 3.3 million people experiencing ongoing pain. Stuart applies a more modern and up-to-date approach to pain management after working in pain management as a major part of his 25-year physio career.

06.01.2022 We are still on the hunt for a part-time permanent administration assistant in Warwick All the details are in our Seek ad - the link is in the comments be...low! If you're looking for a dynamic and fantastic team that prioritise people, culture and providing exceptional patient care then this may be the perfect fit for you. If you know someone that could be a great fit - tag them below!

06.01.2022 Pain is NOT normal! Not in kids and not in adults. Today we'd like to share with you a frustration that many health practitioners have in common. It's the idea that physical pain at certain times of life, like during growth in kids, is 'just a part of life', and they've just got to 'wait it out'. The truth is that ALL pain has a cause and reason. If we understand that cause, we can treat it. For some, treatment may fix the pain altogether. For others, it may reduce the pain i...ntensity. Often, we can reduce the length of time before the pain stops. But it all starts with not accepting pain, and taking action to find out the cause, alleviate it, and then put the right tools in place to help prevent it from coming back in the future. So if you have muscular or joint pain - regardless of your age - come in and see our experienced team!

05.01.2022 Low-grade systemic inflammation and pain Low-grade systemic inflammation is a minor, whole body inflammation that is a result ongoing production of pro-inflammatory chemicals from within the body. There is often no single cause but the following factors are considered to play a role. ... Chronic stress including childhood trauma Chronic minor infections particularly from your teeth and gums Obesity Reduced fitness Aging Toxins and pollutants Low grade systemic inflammation has been linked with: Chronic pain Osteoarthritis Depression & anxiety Fatigue Heart disease Diabetes If you are experiencing chronic pain and wish to take steps towards a comprehensive approach to optimising your health, give is a call.

04.01.2022 Christmas hours and closures! This year. our last day at the clinic will be Wednesday 23rd December, and we’ll be back on Monday 4th January. If you've been meaning to make an appointment before Christmas, get in quick - spots are available but filling up fast!

03.01.2022 As well as being a fantastic joke - the gingerbread reminded us that the silly season is just around the corner!! Will you be icing gingerbread men with your loved ones?

03.01.2022 We're still open, and have made changes to help protect & promote your health, keeping your wellbeing as our #1 priority.

03.01.2022 We're here and ready to help! From Emily our exercise physiologist who can help you with strength and conditioning, pilates and stretching (after you've been sitting at those screens for hours!) to Anne-Maree and Sam who can help you return to work and exercise, assisting with your chest, neck, shoulder and hip alignment, squat programs, gym techniques and much more ... to Piet in this video here who is our Physio & Pod superstar that can help you get back on track for your rescheduled surgery, recovery, massage, stretching, hydrotherapy and SO much more! We're OPEN - no referrals needed - and dedicated to helping you optimise your health - so you can realise your full potential! Have a great day and see you soon!

03.01.2022 Together with Optimise Health, we're now offering Mat Pilates classes! Our fantastic exercise physiologist, Emily, is leading these small group classes that are suitable for all ages and ability levels. They're 60-minutes long and each class has a 5-person maximum. Benefits:... Improved stability in key muscle groups Improve muscle tone Improving muscle imbalances Improving flexibility Increasing muscle length and quality Mat Pilates classes are an excellent way of safely and effectively improving muscle and joint weakness while providing whole-body strength and control. No experience needed! Each movement has alternative variations making this small group class suitable for all fitness levels. To reserve your place, call the Optimise Health centre on 07 4638 3022. All classes require an initial appointment to confirm suitability.

01.01.2022 We love bringing students into the clinic so we can show them what we love to do and the way we're able to help our patients! This is Dermot and Jane, both 4th-year physio students, with our Senior Physio, Piet!

01.01.2022 What you MUST know about ‘nerves’ Nerves are fascinating. They are essential for life and movement. They conduct information around the body and influence everything from movement, to heart rate, digestion and of course how we think and feel. There a couple of things that nerves love. Movement and blood flow. Movement of our bodies keeps nerves healthy, that’s why sitting down for long periods of time is not good for the human body. This movement is turn keeps blood flow goi...ng to these important structures. But did you know that nerves have their own nerve supply? Sometimes, like other soft tissues in the body like muscle, nerves can be injured and become a major contributor to persistent pain. Management of an ongoing pain issue after nerve injury requires a specific approach to this complex problem. Give us a call at Optimise Health if you would like to make a time to see our physiotherapy team about your pain.

01.01.2022 A big big thank you to all our up-and-coming sports stars and their families for coming out for our talk last night on teenage sports performance!

01.01.2022 Lower back pain is frustrating. It's not until you've developed it that you realise that you took for granted how nice it is to be able to go about your day and do everything you need to do WITHOUT pain. This is something that we're trained to treat here at The Physio. We don't just look at managing your current symptoms though - we go beyond that to help prevent it from happening in the future - and give you the tools to know what to do if it does.... You can learn more about lower back pain here: https://www.thephysio.net.au/conditions/lower-back-pain