Do I need scans before starting rehab?

Not usually. Most musculoskeletal injuries can be assessed clinically first. We’ll only suggest imaging or a GP/specialist review if your presentation indicates it may change management.

What injuries do you commonly treat?

We frequently help with muscle strains, ankle and knee sprains, shoulder and rotator cuff overload patterns, tendon pain (Achilles, patellar, gluteal, elbow), lower back and neck flare-ups, and overuse injuries from running and gym.

Can you help me return to sport or the gym?

Yes. We build staged progressions with strength, mobility and load exposure so you return with confidence rather than hoping symptoms “just settle.”

Do you offer home visits for musculoskeletal injuries?

Yes—home visits are available across Mernda and nearby suburbs where appropriate. They can be helpful during early recovery or when travel is difficult.

Can I access funded care (Medicare CDM, NDIS, WorkCover, TAC, My Aged Care, DVA)?

In many cases, yes. We support multiple funding pathways where eligible. Use Start Your Referral and we’ll confirm your paperwork requirements and next steps.

Where are you located?

Mernda: 136 Schotters Rd, Mernda VIC 3754. Reservoir: 224A Broadway, Reservoir VIC 3073. See our Locations page for directions, parking and clinic photos at each.

Musculoskeletal Injury Rehabilitation — Physio-Led Recovery

Strains, sprains, tendon pain or stubborn joint injuries slowing you down?

Get clear answers and a structured physiotherapy plan to reduce pain, rebuild strength and help you return to walking, work, gym and sport—delivered in Mernda, with clinic or home-visit options.

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Benefits

Why choose our musculoskeletal rehab

Here’s what to expect from working with us — clear assessment, evidence-based treatment, and care that adapts to your goals.

Settle pain & irritation

Targeted hands-on care where appropriate, load management and early movement strategies to calm symptoms.

Restore strength & mobility

Progressive programs that rebuild capacity for walking, stairs, lifting, work demands and sport.

Improve control & confidence

Retrain movement patterns so your body feels reliable again, not fragile.

Return to training safely

Structured progressions for running, gym and change-of-direction activities.

Prevent re-injury

Education and graded loading to build resilience and reduce repeated flare-ups.

Who It Helps

Is this rehab right for you?

Musculoskeletal injury rehab may be right for you if you:

Have a recent muscle, tendon or joint injury and want a clear, safe plan to recover properly.

Keep getting the same flare-up when you return to training, work or daily tasks.

Feel weak, stiff or unstable after an injury—even if the initial pain has settled.

Are unsure what exercises are safe, what to avoid or how fast to progress.

Want to return to sport, gym or physically demanding work without relying on rest alone.

How It Works

What to expect

Every appointment is structured around your story. Below is how we work together to get you back to what matters.

01. Assessment

We start by listening—your symptoms, triggers, injury history and what you need to get back to. Your physio will:

Assess relevant range of motion, strength, balance and load tolerance

Review gait and movement patterns where appropriate (squats, lifting, running mechanics)

Differentiate likely drivers (e.g., tendon overload vs joint irritation vs muscular strain patterns)

Explain your diagnosis and realistic recovery timeline clearly

02. Treatment

Your plan may include:

Manual therapy where appropriate to improve comfort and mobility

A tailored strength, mobility and control program

Education around load, pacing, technique and flare-up prevention

Support with taping or bracing advice where helpful

Progressive conditioning aligned to sport, gym or work demands

03. Progress

At follow-ups we:

Track function (walking tolerance, strength markers, work capacity)

Progress loading safely—especially important for tendon-related pain

Rebuild confidence in higher-demand tasks (running, jumping, lifting)

Adjust your plan to keep momentum without aggravation

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MEET THE TEAM

Meet your physiotherapists

Stephanie and Mau both see patients across our Mernda and Reservoir clinics. Click a card to read full bios and book direct.

Stephanie

Director & Senior Physiotherapist

Director and Senior Physiotherapist with almost a decade of experience in person-centred care — working from our Mernda and Reservoir clinics. Special interests in chronic pain, sports injuries, women’s health and balance/vestibular conditions.

Mau

Physiotherapist

Physiotherapist with almost 10 years across private practice, community physio and aged care. Special interests in orthopaedic rehabilitation, chronic disease management and sports injuries.