Frequently Asked Questions

At Holistic Sports Physiotherapy we treat a wide range of conditions including:

• Sports injuries
• Back and neck pain
• Headaches
• Knee, hip and shoulder pain
• Tendon injuries
• Arthritis
• Running injuries
• Post-operative rehabilitation
• Children’s and adolescent injuries
• Workplace and overuse injuries

We also offer Clinical Pilates, massage therapy, strength and conditioning, dry needling and shockwave therapy.

No referral is required to book an appointment with a physiotherapist.

However, if you are claiming through Medicare EPC/CDM plans, WorkCover, DVA or some insurance claims, you may require a referral from your GP.

Please bring:

• Comfortable clothing
• Relevant scans or reports
• Your private health insurance card
• Referral letters (if applicable)
• Runners or exercise shoes if you are attending for rehabilitation or running assessment

We offer both 30-minute and 60-minute appointments depending on your needs and treatment goals.

Longer appointments are ideal for complex injuries, multiple body areas or detailed rehabilitation sessions.

Yes — we aim to offer same day physiotherapy appointments whenever possible.

You can book online through our booking page:
Online Bookings

Shockwave therapy uses acoustic waves to stimulate healing and reduce pain in chronic tendon and soft tissue injuries.

It is commonly used for:

• Plantar fasciitis
• Achilles tendinopathy
• Tennis elbow
• Shoulder pain
• Gluteal tendinopathy
• Patellar tendinopathy

Most people tolerate dry needling very well. You may feel a brief twitch or ache during treatment, followed by reduced muscle tension and pain relief.

Clinical Pilates is physiotherapist-guided exercise designed to improve:

• Core strength
• Flexibility
• Posture
• Balance
• Injury recovery
• Movement control

Programs are tailored to your individual needs and goals.

Yes. We offer remedial massage to help with:

• Muscle tightness
• Stress and tension
• Sports recovery
• Headaches
• General aches and pains

In many cases, yes. Physiotherapy can help manage pain, improve strength and function, and support recovery without surgery.

Many conditions including ACL injuries, tendon pain, arthritis and some spinal conditions respond very well to conservative management.

Absolutely. Our experienced sports physiotherapists regularly treat:

• Running injuries
• Gym injuries
• AFL and netball injuries
• Cycling injuries
• Swimming injuries
• Tennis and racquet sport injuries

Yes. We provide running assessments including:

• Technique analysis
• Strength and mobility assessment
• Footwear advice
• Rehabilitation planning
• Return-to-running programs

Yes. We have an onsite gym and can provide tailored strength and rehabilitation programs for injury recovery, performance and general health.

Yes. HICAPS is available onsite for instant private health fund claims.

Yes. We accept Medicare EPC/CDM referrals from your GP.

A Medicare rebate may apply for eligible patients.

Yes. We treat:

• WorkCover claims
• DVA patients
• CTP claims
• Private insurance claims

Please contact the clinic if you are unsure what paperwork is required.

Holistic Sports Physiotherapy is conveniently located in Kedron, Brisbane.

Yes — convenient parking is available nearby.

We focus on:

• One-on-one personalised care
• Evidence-based treatment
• Long-term injury prevention
• Hands-on treatment combined with exercise rehabilitation
• A holistic approach to health and recovery

Our clinic also features an onsite gym and Pilates studio to support rehabilitation and performance goals.