Physiotherapy FAQs: What to Expect When Seeing Tim

Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession focused on assessing and managing movement-related conditions, injuries and physical function. Depending on your presentation, physiotherapy may include education, exercise rehabilitation, hands-on treatment and practical strategies to support movement and everyday activity. 

Physiotherapy may be helpful for people of different ages and activity levels, depending on their needs and goals. This may include people recovering from injury, managing musculoskeletal conditions, preparing for or recovering from surgery, or working towards improved movement, strength and function. 

Tim provides physiotherapy for a range of musculoskeletal, orthopaedic and rehabilitation presentations. These may include:

• Sports injuries  
• Shoulder, knee, hip, ankle and foot injuries  
• Neck and back pain  
• Headache, jaw and TMJ-related presentations  
• Muscle and ligament injuries  
• Tendon-related conditions  
• Post-operative rehabilitation  
• Musculoskeletal conditions affecting movement and function

Your first appointment will usually involve a physiotherapy assessment, including discussion of your symptoms, relevant history, movement and goals. Based on this assessment, Tim will explain his findings and discuss a management plan suited to your individual presentation and needs. 

To help you get the most out of your appointment, it can be helpful to:

• Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy movement  
• Bring any relevant scans, reports or referral letters if you have them  
• Bring a list of current medications if relevant  
• Arrive a few minutes early if any paperwork is required

The number of sessions will depend on your individual presentation, goals and how your rehabilitation progresses over time. Following your assessment, Tim can discuss a recommended plan and expected review process based on your needs. 

In many cases, you do not need a referral to see a physiotherapist. However, some funding, insurance or third-party arrangements may have their own requirements, so it is always worth checking in advance if needed.

Treatment will depend on your individual presentation and goals. Depending on what is appropriate, physiotherapy may include:

• Exercise rehabilitation  
• Strength and mobility work  
• Hands-on treatment  
• Education and advice  
• Activity modification and load management  
• Return-to-work, return-to-sport or post-operative rehabilitation strategies  
• Shockwave therapy, where clinically appropriate and available

Coverage can vary depending on your private health fund, policy inclusions or other funding arrangements. If you are unsure, it is best to check directly with your insurer or relevant provider before your appointment. 

Tim sees children and teenagers for selected musculoskeletal, orthopaedic and sports-related presentations. If you are unsure whether your child’s needs are suitable, please get in touch before booking. 

Yes. Tim provides physiotherapy following a range of orthopaedic procedures, with rehabilitation guided by your presentation, stage of recovery and any recommendations from your surgeon or specialist. 

Tim currently consults at Premium Physio & Health in Kallangur.