At The Canberra Physio Clinic, we specialised in addressing a comprehensive range of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions affecting the neck, shoulders, back, arms, hips, knees, ankles, feet, head, and the entire body. Our team of experienced physiotherapists employs the latest evidence-based techniques and personalised treatment plans to alleviate pain, restore mobility, and enhance your overall physical well-being. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or seeking to improve your physical performance, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective care tailored to your unique needs. Let us help you achieve a healthier, more active lifestyle through expert physiotherapy services.
Sudden or persistent discomfort in the neck, often resulting from injury, muscle strain, poor posture, or underlying medical conditions such as arthritis or disc issues.
Neck injuries caused by sudden acceleration-deceleration movements, typically from car accidents, resulting in pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion.
Pain and limited shoulder movement caused by inflammation or tearing of the rotator cuff tendons. This condition can lead to weakness and difficulty performing everyday activities, and may require physical therapy or surgical intervention.
A structured recovery program following shoulder surgery to restore mobility, strength, and function through physical therapy and targeted exercises.
Injuries to the acromioclavicular joint causing shoulder pain and swelling from falls or direct impacts can impair function and range of motion. Treatment typically includes rest, a supportive sling, and etc.
A condition where the shoulder joint is prone to dislocation or partial dislocation due to weakened ligaments or damaged cartilage, resulting in pain, a sensation of looseness, and limited range of motion.
A condition causing progressive shoulder stiffness and pain due to thickening of the shoulder capsule, resulting in restricted movement and impaired daily activities.
A condition where the cartilage in the shoulder joint gradually breaks down, leading to pain, stiffness, decreased range of motion, and impaired functionality, often resulting from aging or repetitive wear and tear.
A condition caused by the compression of nerves or blood vessels in the thoracic outlet, leading to pain, numbness, and weakness in the shoulder, arm, and hand, often resulting from repetitive activities or anatomical abnormalities.
Pain or discomfort in the lower back area that can be classified as acute, developing suddenly due to injury or strain, or chronic, lasting for three months or longer and often associated with underlying medical conditions or degenerative changes.
A condition involving pain or discomfort in the middle back, often caused by disc herniation, muscle strain, or degenerative changes in the thoracic vertebrae, potentially leading to restricted movement and impaired function.
Conditions affecting the intervertebral discs of the lower spine, including herniated, bulging, or degenerative discs, causing pain, numbness, and reduced mobility, typically resulting from age-related wear and tear, injury, or excessive strain.
A condition where the shoulder becomes progressively stiff and painful due to thickening and tightening of the shoulder capsule, resulting in significantly restricted movement, impaired daily activities, and decreased range of motion, often developing gradually and sometimes linked to diabetes or prolonged immobility.
A condition involving broken bones or displaced joints in the wrist or hand, causing pain, swelling, limited mobility, and impaired function, often resulting from trauma, falls, or sports injuries.
Conditions affecting the elbow joint, including inflammation of the tendons or bursae, resulting in pain, swelling, and limited mobility, often caused by repetitive motions, overuse, or trauma. Treatment may involve rest, physical therapy, and others.
A condition involving inflammation of the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist, causing pain, swelling, and difficulty moving the thumb or wrist, often resulting from repetitive hand or wrist movements or overuse.
A condition involving inflammation of the tendons around the elbow, causing pain on the outer (lateral) or inner (medial) side, often resulting from repetitive motions or overuse in sports and activities.
A condition affecting the triangular fibrocartilage complex in the wrist, causing persistent pain, joint instability, and limited range of motion, often resulting from trauma or repetitive wrist movements.
Injuries to the biceps, triceps, or pectoralis muscles causing pain, weakness, and limited movement, often resulting from overuse, heavy lifting, or trauma.
A condition where the cartilage in the hip joint gradually breaks down, leading to pain, stiffness, decreased range of motion, and impaired functionality, often resulting from aging or repetitive wear and tear.
A condition where the hip joint is abnormally formed or misaligned, causing pain, instability, and increased wear on the joint surfaces, often resulting from developmental abnormalities or degenerative changes in adulthood.
A condition where the cartilage ring around the hip socket is torn, leading to pain, clicking or locking sensations, and decreased hip stability, often resulting from repetitive movements or acute trauma.
Injuries or inflammation of the hamstring muscles at the back of the thigh, causing significant pain, weakness, and limited mobility, often resulting from sports activities, sudden movements, or overuse.
Injuries or inflammation of the quadriceps muscles or tendons, leading to pain, swelling, and decreased strength in the front of the thigh, often caused by overuse, sudden movements, or direct trauma.
Injuries or inflammation of the adductor muscles in the inner groin area, causing pain, weakness, and limited mobility, often resulting from sports activities, sudden movements, or repetitive overuse.
A condition characterised by inflammation of the pubic symphysis, causing chronic pain and tenderness in the groin area, often resulting from overuse, repetitive stress, or athletic activities.
A condition characterised by pain and tenderness around the outer hip due to inflammation of the gluteal tendons or bursae, often resulting from overuse, injury, or biomechanical imbalances.
A condition where abnormal contact between the femoral head and the acetabulum in the hip joint causes pain and restricted movement, often resulting from structural abnormalities or repetitive stress.
A condition involving injury or inflammation of the hip flexor muscles or tendons, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility, often resulting from overuse, sudden movements, or direct trauma. Treatment may include rest, stretching, strengthening exercises, and, others.
Conditions characterised by small cracks or weakening in the hip or femur bones due to repetitive stress or overuse, resulting in pain, swelling, and impaired mobility, often occurring in athletes or individuals engaged in high-impact activities.
Sudden damage to the knee's ligaments or cartilage, causing pain, swelling, instability, and limited mobility, often resulting from sports activities or traumatic impacts. Immediate treatment may involve rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE), followed by medical evaluation to determine if further intervention.
Injuries to the ligaments that stabilise the knee, including the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), medial collateral ligament (MCL), and lateral collateral ligament (LCL), causing pain, swelling, instability, and reduced mobility, often resulting from sports activities or traumatic impacts.
Injuries to the knee's meniscal cartilage, including medial and lateral meniscus tears, causing pain, swelling, locking or clicking sensations, and reduced range of motion, often resulting from twisting motions, sudden stops, or sports-related impacts that place significant stress on the knee joint.
A structured recovery program following knee reconstruction or replacement surgery, aimed at restoring mobility, strength, and function through physical therapy, targeted exercises, and gradual return to daily activities.
A structured recovery program following knee fractures, aimed at restoring mobility, strength, and function through physical therapy, targeted exercises, and gradual return to daily activities, tailored to the specific type and severity of the fracture. This process may also include pain management strategies and monitoring to prevent complications and ensure optimal healing.
Injuries involving inflammation or tearing of the quadriceps or patellar tendons, leading to pain, swelling, and impaired knee function, often caused by overuse, sports, or sudden impacts. These injuries can make it difficult to perform movements like walking, squatting, or climbing stairs. Treatment typically involves rest, anti-inflammatory measures, physical therapy, and, others.
A condition causing pain around the front of the knee and the kneecap, often aggravated by activities like running, squatting, or climbing stairs, typically resulting from misalignment, muscle imbalances, or overuse.
A condition where the iliotibial band becomes tight or inflamed, causing pain on the outer side of the knee, often worsened by running or repetitive knee movements, commonly due to overuse, muscle imbalances, or poor biomechanics.
A condition often seen in young adolescents, where repetitive stress causes inflammation at the tibial tuberosity (just below the knee), leading to pain, swelling, and a visible bump, typically worsened by activities like running, jumping, or kneeling.
A condition characterised by recurrent giving way of the outer side of the ankle, leading to persistent pain, swelling, and a feeling of instability, often resulting from repeated ankle sprains or inadequate rehabilitation. Long-term management may involve strengthening exercises, bracing, or surgical intervention to stabilise ankle.
Injuries involving the stretching or tearing of the ankle ligaments, causing pain, swelling, bruising, and instability, commonly resulting from twisting or rolling the ankle during sports or daily activities. Treatment may include rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE), along with physical therapy to restore strength and prevent recurrence.
A condition involving injury to the ligaments connecting the tibia and fibula above the ankle, causing pain, swelling, and instability, often resulting from twisting or high-impact forces, and typically requiring a longer recovery time than standard ankle sprains.
A condition characterised by pain along the inner edge of the shinbone, caused by inflammation due to repetitive stress, often associated with activities like running or jumping, and commonly linked to overuse, improper footwear, or biomechanical imbalances.
A structured recovery process following an ankle fracture, focusing on restoring strength, mobility, and balance through physical therapy, targeted exercises, and gradual return to weight-bearing activities, tailored to the type and severity of the fracture.
A condition involving partial or complete tearing (rupture) or degeneration (tendinopathy) of the Achilles tendon, causing pain, swelling, weakness, and difficulty with activities like walking or pushing off the foot, often resulting from overuse, sudden movements, or high-impact activities.
A structured rehabilitation program following ankle reconstructions, Achilles tendon repairs, or ankle replacements, aimed at restoring strength, flexibility, and function through physical therapy, gradual weight-bearing, and targeted exercises, customised to the specific procedure and patient needs.
Injuries involving broken bones in the foot, causing pain, swelling, bruising, and significant difficulty bearing weight, often resulting from trauma, falls, accidents, or repetitive stress in high-impact activities.
Injuries involving the stretching or tearing of ligaments in the foot, leading to pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty walking, commonly caused by twisting, falls, or sudden impacts during activities.
A condition involving tiny cracks or weakening in the bones of the foot, resulting in pain, swelling, and tenderness, often caused by repetitive stress or overuse, particularly in high-impact activities like running or jumping.
Injuries to the midfoot, specifically involving the ligaments or joints between the tarsal and metatarsal bones, causing severe pain, swelling, and difficulty bearing weight, typically resulting from trauma, twisting, or high-impact forces, and often requiring medical assessment.
A condition characterised by pain and inflammation in the heel or arch, especially noticeable with the first steps in the morning or after prolonged activity, often caused by overuse, poor footwear, or biomechanical imbalances.
Injuries affecting the toes, including sprains, fractures, and dislocations, resulting in pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty walking, commonly caused by stubbing, trauma, or repetitive stress. Treatment typically involves rest, ice, immobilisation.
Injuries involving the tendons of the foot, such as tendinitis or tears, causing pain, swelling, and impaired movement, often resulting from overuse, trauma, or repetitive strain.
A mild traumatic brain injury caused by a blow or jolt to the head, leading to symptoms such as headache, dizziness, confusion, and memory problems, typically requiring rest and gradual return to activities for recovery.
Conditions affecting the inner ear and brain areas that control balance and eye movements, resulting in symptoms like dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, and nausea, often requiring specialised therapy for management and recovery.
Acute neck pain is sudden pain or discomfort in the neck region, typically lasting a few days to a few weeks. Chronic neck pain persists for longer than 3 months. It can result from repeated strain or underlying degenerative conditions in the cervical spine.
Acute neck pain is usually caused by:
Chronic neck pain:
Whiplash is an injury to the neck resulting from a sudden acceleration-deceleration motion, causing hyperextension and hyperflexion of the neck. WAD includes a spectrum of symptoms like pain, stiffness, and neurological issues following such an injury.
Post-operative rehabilitation refers to the recovery process after shoulder surgery, aiming to restore function, strength, and mobility.
Fractures: Breaks or cracks in the bones of the wrist or hand, commonly involving the distal radius, scaphoid, metacarpals, or phalanges.
Dislocations: Occur when the bones in the wrist or hand are forced out of their normal positions, often involving the joints of the fingers or wrist (e.g., lunate dislocation).
De Quervain’s tenosynovitis is inflammation of the tendons that run along the thumb side of the wrist, causing pain and swelling near the base of the thumb.
Injuries to the biceps, triceps, or pectoralis muscles can include strains, tears, or tendinitis.
The labrum is a ring of cartilage that surrounds the hip socket, providing stability. A labral tear occurs when this cartilage is damaged, leading to pain and instability.
Quadriceps strains involve tears in the quadriceps muscles, while quadriceps tendinopathy refers to chronic tendon damage at the front of the thigh.
At The Canberra Physio Clinic, we provide specialised care for pubic-related pain, such as Osteitis Pubis, focusing on pain relief and stability in the pelvic region. Our physiotherapists use a combination of manual therapy, core strengthening, and mobility exercises to reduce inflammation and support healing. With a personalised treatment plan, we aim to help you regain comfort and function, enabling a smooth return to daily activities and sports.
Injuries to the major ligaments of the knee:
Post-operative rehab following procedures like:
