PHYSIO CHATSWOOD

Frequently Asked Questions 

 

 

 

What are the benefits of physiotherapy?

 

Whether you have suffered an injury or are experiencing chronic pain due to a medical condition, our physio Chatswood team are here to help you feel more like yourself again. Here are some of the benefits of our approach to physiotherapy. 

 

Physiotherapy can help your body repair itself faster. Physiotherapy focuses on reducing pain and helping your body repair damage, as well as avoiding future injury. As you build strength and gain confidence through your treatment, you can get back to the activities you enjoy sooner. 

 

Physiotherapy can treat a wide range of conditions. Physiotherapy is helpful in a large variety of conditions, including neurological disorders, repetitive use injuries, musculoskeletal dysfunctions, and sports injuries. 

 

Physiotherapy can improve your overall quality of life. Physiotherapy is more than just regular appointments in which you work with a therapist. Instead, our approach teaches you therapeutic exercises designed to relieve pain and build strength and flexibility that you can continue to do on your own, even outside the clinic. These ongoing improvements will help you feel better day by day.

 

It may surprise you to hear that physiotherapy is not only for people who are recovering from an injury, surgery, or condition. It can help anytime a person is experiencing pain, mobility issues, or weakness.

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Do I need a referral to see a Chatswood physio?

 

No – similarly to chiropractors, GPs, and Podiatrists, Infinite Health physios are Primary Health Practitioners, which means that you will not need a referral to get an appointment with our team of physios in Chatswood.

 

Should you have had a previous appointment with an alternative medical professional regarding your pain or injury, we encourage you to bring along vital information or relevant X-rays that will be useful to our physios in developing your treatment plan.

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How can I get more out of my physio appointment in Chatswood?

 

Physiotherapy is a commitment on the parts of both your Chatswood physio and you. You’ll be spending a good deal of time and energy on your treatment, so you want to achieve the best outcome possible. Here are some tips that can help you get the most out of your physiotherapy session with Infinite Health.

 

Come prepared. When you first meet with your physio, even just for a consultation, be prepared with all the information that your physio in Chatswood will need, including: 

 

• When the pain in the affected area began

• If applicable, what led to you having surgery?

• Have you tried any alternative pain relief measures?

• Are you taking any medication?

 

Show up. Making physiotherapy appointments won’t do you any good if you don’t show up to them. Make physiotherapy a priority and be there for every appointment unless you are sick or have an emergency. How quickly you progress will depend partly on how regularly you attend your sessions and how committed you are to your treatment. 

 

Work outside of your sessions. Most patients will need to do some work on their own apart from their regular appointments. Your physio Chatswood will prescribe exercises designed to improve muscle strength and flexibility – when performed regularly over time. If you don’t follow these directions, it can be impossible to tell why your symptoms aren’t improving or identify adjustments that your treatment plan may need.

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Common mistakes made when attending physio appointments

 

When you work with a Chatswood physio, it’s essential to do everything you can to give yourself the best possible odds of achieving the outcome you desire. Here are a few common mistakes to avoid for optimal results.

 

Expecting quick fixes. One of the most common mistakes people make when it comes to physiotherapy is having unrealistic expectations. Keep in mind that pain relief is not the same as long-term healing. That means that it’s important not to abandon your treatment program when your pain starts to subside.

 

Failing to follow instructions for ongoing maintenance of your body. Once you’re out of pain and your injury has healed, you will likely still need to continue performing a prescribed set of exercises or follow specific instructions long-term. Neglecting to do so may result in a recurrence of your injury or condition.

 

Not communicating clearly with your physiotherapist in Chatswood. A successful physiotherapy process is as much about managing your expectations as it is about addressing your symptoms and underlying condition. If your physiotherapist is not aware of your expectations, they can’t help you work towards your goals. Let your physio know what you want to work for, whether that means the resolution of your symptoms or a return to full health within a specific time frame.

 

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Does the Chatswood physio clinic offer any other services?

 

At Infinite Health, we’re the physio Chatswood comes to for various treatments. We offer a diverse array of services to suit your needs. So, whether you’re trying to get back on the field or just back on your feet, here are a few of the ways we can help. 

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Physiotherapy

We provide effective and personalised care to help you get back to living your life the way you like. We can address everything from minor injuries to complicated medical conditions. 

 

Sports Physiotherapy

Our sports physios work with both professional and amateur athletes to manage injuries and pain conditions. We can help you recover and move forward with a reduced risk of repeated injury.

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Chiropractic

Our chiropractors focus on restoring normal alignment of the spine and all other joints to release tension on surrounding muscles, nerves and blood vessels to reduce pain, provide more range of motion and to allow the body to heal itself. 

 

Remedial Massage

Our remedial massage in Chatswood can target specific muscle groups to help improve their function and promote the healing of an existing injury, as well as help prevent future recurrences. 

 

Exercise Physiology

Our exercise physiologists can design and carry out an exercise program tailored to your needs with goals such as rehabilitation or management of a chronic disease or sports injury. 

 

Personal Training

We offer one-on-one personal training services that include evidence-based exercise and training programs designed to help you achieve your goals without a recurrence of your injury.

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Why should I choose Infinite Health?

 

There are several factors that make us the best physio Chatswood has access to, including:

 

• A fully equipped and modern clinic, with specially designed training rooms and equipment.

• 30+ years of combined experience treating thousands of patients across Sydney for a range of injuries.

• Our history of excellent customer service, boasts hundreds of 5-star Google reviews across our well-established clinics in Chatswood and beyond.