What We Treat at Archer St Physiotherapy Centre
Learn What We Treat To See If You Need Physiotherapy Care
What is physiotherapy, and what will it do to you? Whether you are recovering from surgery, have a sudden injury or have been suffering from chronic pain for years, it is important to educate yourself regarding your condition to actively and successfully participate in your treatment and rehabilitation.
At Archer St Physiotherapy Centre, we take an evidence based and whole-body approach to treatment. We’ll work with you to develop a personalised treatment plan that meets your specific needs and goals. Our team of experienced therapists will help get you back to your best as quickly as possible.
PROBLEMS THAT WE TREAT
Common Problems That We Treat
At Archer St Physiotherapy Centre
01.
Back Pain
Pain that ranges from sharp and stabbing, to dull and aching, anywhere in the spine, ribs and shoulder blades. Can be acute onset or chronic and radiate to the buttocks, thighs and lower legs. We treat ALL types of back pain.
02.
Neck Pain
Pain, stiffness and tightness from the shoulder blades to the head, affecting your range of motion and can also travel down the arms.
03.
Muscle And Joint Pain
Muscles and joints can be injured or aggravated in many ways – from sports, workplace injuries or activities of daily life. Whether it’s a pulled hamstring, strained muscle or an injured finger – we can help!
04.
Sprains
A sprain is an injury to the ligaments and capsule at a joint in the body, with our most common sprains being of the ankle and wrist joints.
05.
Arthritis
Arthritis is not one disease alone, but an umbrella term for many conditions that affect the joints in the body, characterised by swelling, tenderness and inflammation of the joints.
06.
Poor Posture
Posture problems from sitting or standing poorly for lengthy periods can lead to back pain, poor balance, headaches and breathing difficulties.
07.
Knee Pain
Knee pain is a common complaint that affects people of all ages, and may be the result of an injury such as a ruptured ligament or torn cartilage, or can be from chronic wear and tear, such as arthritis.
08.
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain is a very common problem that is usually due to underlying muscle imbalances around the shoulder or from repetitive actions or falls. Inflammation, movement restrictions, pain and stiffness are common signs.
09.
Hand And Wrist Pain
Repetitive use, falls, and sporting injuries can often affect the tendons and joints in our hands, wrists and fingers.
10.
Shin Splints
Shin splints are common in athletes, runners and dancers, causing pain along the lower part of your shinbone that often flares up upon exercise.
11.
Foot And Heel Pain
Plantar Fasciitis, Heel Spurs and Achilles Tendonitis are just some of the many foot issues our Physiotherapists can treat, along with ensuring good foot biomechanics and arch support.
12.
Jaw Pain
Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ and TMD) and jaw pain can cause clicking and clunking in the jaw, along with issues with your bite and facial pain.
13.
Headaches
Tension headaches and cervicogenic headaches are commonly the result of a stiff or injured neck, poor posture and muscle tightness. We can help!
14.
Tennis Elbow
One of the most common arm issues, due to repetitive arm and wrist movements, causing inflammation and tenderness at the elbow joint, particularly with gripping and lifting objects.
