A physiotherapist has the brain of a scientist,
the heart of a humanist and
the hands of an artist.
I strive to provide the best possible care for my clients by taking a personalised approach to each and every client. I want to be involved in your recovery process and help you achieve your goals. I also want to empower you with the tools to best help yourself away from physiotherapy. Your goals are my goals!
Mobile Physiotherapy
As a Mobile Physio, I’d be happy to come to your home to provide assessment and management of musculoskeletal conditions including:
Back and neck pain
Occupational and workplace injuries
Prehab and post surgical rehab eg, TKR, THR, shoulder surgery, back surgery
Pre and post natal care eg. continence issues, abdominal separation
Pelvic pain and SIJ dysfunction
Core stability training
Sporting injuries eg, acute rupture/sprains, tendonitis
Chronic pain
Frozen shoulder
I provide a hands on management and exercise prescription in the comfort of your own home. Manual therapy includes soft tissue massage, trigger point release, dry needling, mobilisation for peripheral and spinal joints, taping, pressure biofeedback, postural correction, education and advice on exercises and stretches.
All treatments provided can be done on a bed or floor surface. Utilising the clients space is a much better way to then continue self management practices at the home using the same space.
McKenzie Method
The McKenzie Method® of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy® (MDT) is an internationally acclaimed method of assessment and treatment for spinal and extremity pain. It has been widely used all over the world for more than 30 years.
MDT clinicians are trained to assess and diagnose all areas of the musculoskeletal system. That means that if a problem exists in or around the spine, joint or muscle, an MDT evaluation may be appropriate.
A key feature is the initial assessment, a safe and reliable way to reach an accurate diagnosis and only then, make the appropriate treatment plan. It allows the therapist to quickly diagnose those who will respond to treatment thereby avoiding expensive and unnecessary tests. The approach is one that encourages patient invovlement and participation in the management of their complaint.
As a credentialed therapist, I have completed post graduate training and an examination process to be listed as a credentialed therapist on the Mechanical Diagnosis Therapy Clinician Register.
FAQ’s
+ Which locations/areas do you service?
I am based in the Redlands and Brisbane Bayside area.
As a mobile Physiotherapist I can travel to you and outside a 10km radius of Thorneside there is an additional travel cost of 1$ per km. Please contact me and we can chat about your specific location.
+ What hours do you work?
My work days and hours are: Wed and Fri 8.30am until 2.30pm Saturday 8.00am until 12pm. Evening appointments or outside of the above hours can be made by consultation.
+ Do I need a referral from a GP to see you?
No you don’t need a referral. Just contact me and we can chat about your specific requirements.
+ What happens when I visit you?
We sit down and have a chat first, where I ask a lot of questions about your main concern. I'll then do a physical exam, where I make observations about your movement, test your strength and do some specific tests for your concern. We make a provisional diagnosis and then provide some advice and look at treatment options.
+ How do I pay?
You can pay with card, cash or via direct debit on the day of your appointment.
+ Can I claim services on my health insurance?
Yes you can! I will provide a receipt and you can claim this back with your private health fund either online or in person. It depends on what health cover you have and what level you are on as to how much you will be reimbursed. Please check with your provider for more details.
+ How long do your sessions take?
Initial session are between 45 mins to 1 hour
Follow up appointments are 30 mins to 40 mins
Dance assessments and Musculoskeletal assessments are 1 hour
+ Should I feel pain after my treatment?
Generally our intention is to reduce pain but in some circumstances you may have some post treatment soreness which is not unusual. If you have any concerns, please feel free to contact me and we can discuss further.
+ Do you have HICAPS?
I do not have a Hicaps machine, however I do provide you with a receipt that you can then claim through your private health insurance at your convenience.
+ What should I wear to your sessions?
Comfortable clothing that is easy to remove if necessary. I am aware that people may be coming from or going to work etc and so we can work with whatever clothing in situ that you have. Cultural requirements for clothing is respected and assessment and treatment can work around this without too much difficulty.
For clinical pilates, you will need clothing that allows movement and stretching and is comfortable. Socks are also required preferably ones with grip on them. A towel required and water bottle.
Dance assessments - ballet wear is preferable.
+ How many sessions until I start to feel better?
Physio should start to feel an improvement within 4 visits. Whilst we aim to make a change within day 1, particularly when it comes to pain management, this is dependent on the condition and how much tissue damage has occurred. Alternatively if your condition is something that has been with you for a number of years, you may be looking at an extended and slow progression.
We always use baseline measures to come back to and reassess to see the change. It is important that you can feel or recognise when there has been an improvement.
If the condition does not respond as appropriate, then it is important to reassess at this time and then implement an alternative approach that may include a new direction in treatment, referral for investigations or to see specialists etc.
With the right advice, this generally enables you to move forward with the condition.
+ Do you give exercises to do at home?
I am very much a believer in exercise. In my experience, I believe that most pain can be rectified by appropriate exercise. So yes, this is definitely part of my management.
Exercises will be personalised to your own level of capability and functional enough that you can do them in your own space.
+ Do you offer multiple sessions discount?
The prices are already discounted compared with normal market prices, so no further discounts are applied.
Purchasing multiple sessions at once might be a more convenient approach for you, especially if participating in ongoing clinical pilates sessions, but it is entirely your choice.
+ Do you do Work Cover?
Yes. There is a small out of pocket cost for home visits. Clinic visits are fully covered by Work Cover.
Book your 1:1 Physiotherapy Session
Mobile Physio Service
My mobile service operates within a 20km distance from Thorneside, Brisbane. Please note there is a small travel cost of $1 per km, for those that live outside a 10km radius of Thorneside.
Studio Location
Thorneside Brisbane
Hours
Wed and Fri 8.30am to 2.30pm
Saturday morning 8am – 12pm
Appointments can be made outside these hours if necessary. Please call me to discuss.
Phone
0400 866 120