Physiotherapy In Darwin
What We Treat
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Neck Pain & Headaches
- Cervicogenic Headaches - Acute & Chronic
- Muscle Tightness & Trigger Points
- Spine Disc Bulge & Herniation
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Cervical Radiculopathy – (Nerve Pain)
- Whiplash – Acute & Chronic
- Neck Stretching & Strengthening Programs
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Upper/Middle Back Pain
- Muscle Tension
- Poor Postural Biomechanics
- Muscle Overuse
- Traumatic Injury
- Spine Disc Injury
- Scoliosis
- Schumann’s (Hunch Back) [Scheuermann's kyphosis]
- Pinched Nerve
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Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Spine Disc Injury
- Sciatica – Nerve Pain
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Lower Back Joint Injury
- Lower Back Muscular Sprains
- Core Strengthening Programs
- Scoliosis
- Post-op Spine Surgery (Discectomy/ Fusion)
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Shoulder Pain
- Bursitis
- Rotator Cuff Tears
- Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy or Tendonitis
- Dislocations & Joint Instability
- Post-operative Rehab
- Adhesive capsulitis
- AC Joint Sprains
- SLAP & Labral Tears
- Post Collarbone or AC Fractures
- Individualised Shoulder Strengthening Program
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Pelvis, SIJ, Groin, and Hip Pain
- Sacro-iliac Joint (SIJ) Dysfunction
- Sacroiliitis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Piriformis & Gluteal Trigger Points
- Hip Labral Tears
- Groin Pain & Adductor Tendinopathy
- Hip Bursitis
- Hip Flexor Tendinopathy
- Pubic Symphysis Injury
- Pelvic Asymmetry
- Hip Fracture
- Pinched Nerve
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Knee Pain
- Lumbar Spine Disc Injury
- Sciatica – Nerve Pain
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Lower Back Joint Injury
- Lower Back Muscular Sprains
- Core Strengthening Programs
- Scoliosis
- Post-op Spine Surgery (Discectomy / Fusion)
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Ankle & Foot Pain
- Quadricep and Hamstrings Injuries
- Meniscal and Ligament Injuries
- Rehabilitation post ACL tear (Grades 1 – 3)
- Post-op Arthroscopic Surgery
- Runners ITB Syndrome
- Patella Tendinopathy (runners/jumpers’ knee)
- Patella & Knee Mal Tracking
- Surrounding Muscle Tears and Strains
- Knee Stability program
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Nerve Pain
- Brachial Plexus Injury – Upper Limb Nerve Injury
- Accessory Nerve Injuries
- Sciatic Nerve Injury
- Diabetic Neuropathy
Post Operative
- Total Knee Replacement
- Total Hip Replacement
- Shoulder Surgery
- Knee reconstruction & Repair (ACL, MCL, LCL, meniscus)
- Post Fracture Repair
- Post Spine Surgery (Discectomy / Fusion / Laminectomy)
- Post-Surgery Rehab
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Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis – Knee’s,
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
Dry Needling
Dry needling, also known as trigger point needling or western acupuncture depending on the specific technique used, involves the use of acupuncture type needles being introduced into trigger points in muscles to stimulate a ‘twitch’ response resulting in ‘release or relaxation’ of the trigger point… a trigger point being a hyperirritable, taut band of muscle. And what do we mean by dry? Dry needling simply meaning one without medication.
The basis of the technique is to restore normal muscle function and is to be used in conjunction with massage and an exercise program, which is targeted at improving biomechanical impairments that caused the muscle dysfunction and myofascial trigger point formation in the first place.
What are the benefits of Dry Needling?
Dry needling aims to reduce central sensitisation, also known as the central nervous system’s hypersensitivity to pain, reduce local and referred pain, improve muscle activation patterns leading to improved range of motion and can also result in chemical alterations around myofascial trigger points. These trigger points can occur from unaccustomed muscle loading as well low-load repetitive tasks and sustained postures such as sitting at a desk at work!
What are common conditions dry needling can help with?
Dry needling is super effective for several conditions and can show positive effects before you have even left the room. It is often used for acute pain reduction and a ‘reset’ type function to allow for rehabilitative exercises to be more effective and easier to perform.
Common conditions we use dry needling for
- Tennis and golfers elbow
- Hip bursitis and gluteal pain
- Lower back pain
- Shin splints or plantar fasciitis
- Calf strains
- Trapezius pain / Postural pain
- Neck pain or tension headaches
NDIS
Inner Balance Health are committed to providing the highest standards of care
Our highly qualified, expert and caring team will consider what you want to achieve from NDIS therapeutic supports. Then we’ll help you accomplish your therapy goals by providing you with a tailored treatment plan.
We use a best practice, evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach to help our clients achieve their goals related to improved daily living and improved health and wellbeing.
Our experienced, skilled and friendly therapists are dedicated to working with people with disability
Compassion
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to do the right thing in all circumstances.
to meet our promises and achieve goals. We are a helpful resource.
we put people first. Respect, value & empower them
What We Do
Exercise physiology: Tailored exercise programs for optimal mental and physical well-being, chronic disease reduction and improved function.
Physiotherapy: Individualised therapy to assist with managing pain improve function and gaining independent
Our experienced team can provide high-quality physiotherapy services to participants in the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
Our services include but are not limited to
- Neurological Rehabilitation
- Bobath therapy
- Clinical Pilates
- Strength & Rehabilitation
- Exercise Prescription/Home Exercise
Programs
- Post Surgical Rehabilitation
- Carer Education
- Functional & Mobility Assessments
- Assistive Technology Assessments
- Mobility and Seating Equipment
What do we do in an NDIS physiotherapy assessment
- Tests to determine the ability of disabled client to perform the physical tasks required in the workplace (Functional Capacity Evaluation)
- Tests to assess range of motion and strength of the upper limb to perform daily tasks such as dressing
- Assessments to determine and improve strength, mobility, flexibility, endurance and posture
- Tests to assess movement abilities in older adults
- Assessments to identify an abnormal gait or walking pattern (gait analysis)
- Neurological examinations to assess conditions resulting in disability
- Paediatric assessments to determine musculoskeletal issues, developmental issues and other injuries (gait problems, motor development, muscle stiffness, coordination, posture and more)
- Evaluation of injuries resulting from accidents, repetitive strain injury (RSI), arthritic or degenerative joint changes, bone fractures and/or disuse and immobilisation
What Inner Balance offers
- Tailored gym programs-completed on site under a physiotherapist’s supervision or your chosen gym
- One on One Hydrotherapy Sessions-completed with a physiotherapist in the disability access pool
- Hands on therapy in our large well equip treatment rooms
*To help people with a disability gain access to these opportunities we provide onsite parking as well as disability ramp and rails being easily accessible for mobility limited individuals. Additionally, we do home visit services to you if you require.
Neurorehabilitation
We’re a dedicated team of physiotherapists who genuinely care about you and your story. Our aim is to get to know you so we can understand where you’ve come from and what you’re hoping to accomplish. Our focus is to treat you, not just your condition, and we’ll work with your team to help you achieve your goals and lead your best life through:
- Hands-on physiotherapy treatment
- Assistance with symptomatic management (eg., for pain, fatigue, spasticity and muscle tension)
- Consideration of orthotic and walking aid prescription and/ or referral
- Balance and mobility exercises
- Gait retraining
- Therapy for enhanced body awareness, skilled movement acquisition and motor re-learning in both the upper and lower limbs
- Targeted vestibular rehabilitation
- Tailored strengthening and fitness programs
- Liaison with other family members and carers, therapists, services and community organisations as required and ongoing advice, support and advocacy
Sports Physiotherapy
Anyone participating in exercise, health, fitness, or sporting endeavours can benefit from our sports physiotherapy treatment programs.
If you love running in a half or full marathon, playing social or premier league footy, soccer, hockey, social tennis, cycling, triathlon, Pilates or hitting a round of golf with friends, we have treatment programs, advice and education to help you get over an injury, keep active and injury free. Common sports injuries we treat:
- Achilles Pain (Tears, Tendonopathy etc.
- Ankle sprains
- ACL tear’s
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Calf tear or strain
- Shin Pain ( Shin Splints, Compartment Syndrome)
- ITB Syndrome (runners knee)
- Patellofemoral (knee cap) Pain
- Hamstring tear or strain
- Groin ( Hip Adductor) tear or strain
- Piriformis Syndrome
- Tennis Elbow
- Traumatic Knee injuries (including ACL & Meniscus injuries)
- Shoulder Injuries (Rotator cuff strain or tears, Impingement, Bicep tendinopathy, Bursitis etc.)
- Neck injuries ( Whiplash, Wry neck etc.)
Work Injuries
Pre-Employment Functional Assessments
Book NowInner Balance Health offers comprehensive pre-employment functional assessments. Pre-employment functional assessments are used to help reduce and screen potential workers for risk factors that may limit their ability to safely and effectively perform the job and physical requirements of the work role.
Benefits of Pre-Employment Functional Assessments
- Minimises potential workplace injuries
- Reduction in WorkCover claims and insurance costs
- Provides a safer working environment
- Gain an understanding of the employee’s physical capacity to perform their role
For best results we make sure our Pre-Employment functional Screening is tailored to suit your workplace requirements.
For further information about our pre-employment screening assessments contact us.
Early Intervention Program
Book NowInner Balance Health provides an Early Intervention Program, as we recognise the importance and benefits of early treatment in facilitating return to work and maximising health outcomes.
How the Early Intervention Program works
- Priority access physiotherapy appointment times offered to the injured worker
- Thorough assessment conducted including diagnosis and triage process for optimum treatment and management.
- Appropriate physiotherapy treatment and co-management with physiotherapist, exercise physiologist, clinical Pilates specialist and myotherapist.
- Correspondence to OHS manager including diagnosis, treatment recommendations, any workplace considerations, likelihood of progression to a Workcover Claim and identification of any early RTW barriers including biopsychosocial considerations which may impact recovery.
- Assist and communicate with OHS manager for additional support for management of injuries.
Benefits of Early Intervention Program
- Has been shown to reduce time off work
- Reduce the needs for claims-resulting in lower premiums for the employer
- Triage process optismising return to work and health outcomes
- Early communication to the OHS and workplace.
Ergonomic Assessments
Book NowInner Balance Health offers ergonomic assessments for within the workplace. Ergonomic assessments can cover a variety of aspects within the workplace. This can include admin and office ergonomic assessments to assessing workplace set-ups and designs and correct postures of equipment and machinery use.
Do I need an ergonomic assessment?
Having an ergonomic assessment is a very valuable tool to reduce the risk of injury and maximise your comfort when working.
Some signs which may indicate you would benefit from an ergonomic assessment include:
- Back and neck pain during and following work
- Headaches
- Shoulder, elbow and arm pain
- Tingling and numbness which is suspected to be from work related duties.
What does an ergonomic assessment include?
- One of our physiotherapists will attend the workplace and complete the assessment
- On-site office ergonomics include assessment of desk, chair and computer in relation to the worker
- Adjustments or recommendations to improve the workstation ergonomics.
- Assessing worksite duties, how the duties are performed ensuring to minimise personal injury.
- Complete report outlining ergonomic assessment outcomes, adjustments or recommendations.
Manual Handling Training
Book NowInner Balance Health offers manual handling training for all staff and workplaces. The physical nature and sustained postures of work can predispose staff to injury, especially if they are performing tasks with poor manual handling skills.
Why is Manual Handling so important?
- Manual Handling has been recognised a major contributor to workplace injury.
- Any person who has not been trained in Manual Handling is at a higher risk of sustaining an injury.
What does Manual Handling involve?
- PowerPoint presentation covering theory components of manual handling, the latest statistics of injuries, most common workplace injuries and strategies to help prevent manual handling injuries.
- Practical-based workshops with small groups (tailored to the workplace) or 1:1.
Chronic Pain
At Inner Balance Health, We're Dedicated to Helping you Regain Control of Your Life and Achieve Lasting Relief From Chronic Pain.
We provide comprehensive care for chronic pain management.
Our team of experts, including physiotherapists, exercise physiologists, massage therapists, and instructors in yoga and Pilates, collaborates to offer personalised solutions tailored to your needs.
Through a combination of evidence-based treatments, including physiotherapy, targeted exercises, massage therapy, and mind-body practices like yoga and Pilates, we aim to alleviate pain, improve mobility, and enhance your overall well-being.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step towards a pain-free future.
Group Therapy
Senior Reformer Pilates
Book NowThis class is specifically designed for older adults to experience the benefits of Pilates using the reformer machine. It focuses on gentle yet effective exercises that promote strength, flexibility, and balance while accommodating the unique needs and abilities of seniors.
Led by experienced instructors, Senior Reformer Pilates provides a safe and supportive environment for older adults to improve their overall physical fitness and well-being.
Balance Exercise Class
Book NowImprove your stability, strength, and coordination in this fun and supportive class. You'll build better posture, muscle strength, and flexibility. Suitable for all fitness levels, each session is designed to enhance balance and confidence. Whether you're new to exercise or want to stay active and prevent falls, this class will help you feel more grounded and secure in your daily movements.
Bone Health and Strength
Book NowOur "Healthy Ageing" Exercise Class.
This class is designed to promote bone health and strength through targeted exercises and movements. With a focus on improving bone density and reducing the risk of osteoporosis-related fractures, the class incorporates weight-bearing exercises, resistance training, and balance drills to strengthen bones, muscles, and joints.
Our Bone Health and Strength Class offers a proactive approach to maintaining bone health and supporting overall well-being.
Heart & Lung Fitness
Book NowHeart & Lung Fitness Class is dedicated to improving cardiovascular and respiratory health through aerobic exercise, interval training, and breathing techniques. Designed to boost endurance, lung capacity, and circulation, this class provides a challenging yet rewarding workout experience that promotes heart health and enhances overall fitness levels.
Suitable for individuals looking to improve cardiovascular function, Heart & Lung Fitness Class offers a supportive environment for achieving fitness goals and maximising health outcomes.
GLA:D (Osteoarthritis)
Book NowGLA:D (Good Life with OsteoArthritis: Denmark) is an evidence-based exercise program designed for individuals with osteoarthritis, particularly in the hips and knees. The program focuses on education, neuromuscular training, and exercises tailored to address pain, stiffness, and functional limitations associated with osteoarthritis.
Led by certified instructors, GLA:D offers a structured and personalized approach to managing osteoarthritis symptoms, improving joint function, and enhancing quality of life for participants.
Functional Fitness for Veterans
Book NowA class focusing on functional movements and exercises tailored to the specific needs and abilities of veterans, emphasising activities that mimic everyday tasks to improve strength, mobility, and independence.
Mobile Services
Our team of mobile physiotherapists are focused on enabling you to live your best lives. Our team is experienced in treating injuries, reducing pain, falls and balance training, helping clients heal after surgery, and improving their strength and endurance. Our treatment plans are designed to help you improve your quality of life.
Our treatment session may include:
- Manual Therapy
- Exercises prescription
- Assessment and prescribing of mobility aids
- Referring to other professions or specialists
- Lifestyle advice for self-management
- Pain reduction strategies
- Carer training
- Occupational health assessments
- Falls prevention strategies & falls therapy
Seniors Rehabilitation
At Inner Balance Health, we specialise in treating individuals aged 60 years and older.
We believe in a holistic approach to seniors' rehabilitation, addressing not only physical impairments but also considering mental and emotional well-being. Senior Physiotherapist Rhiarna and our team conduct comprehensive assessments to develop customised treatment plans tailored to each individual's specific needs and goals. Whether you're recovering from surgery, managing a chronic condition, or simply aiming to improve your overall mobility and quality of life, we are here to support you every step of the way. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step towards a healthier, more active future.
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy for seniors helps improve mobility, strength, and reduce pain. It focuses on managing conditions like arthritis, balance issues, and joint stiffness. Through customised exercises and techniques, physiotherapists enhance independence, prevent falls, and improve daily movement. The goal is to help older adults stay active, safe, and enjoy a better quality of life.
Fall Prevention
We understand the importance of fall prevention in seniors' health. Through targeted exercises, education, and environmental modifications, we work to reduce the risk of falls and promote safety at home and in daily activities.
Gait and Balance Training
Maintaining steady gait and balance is essential for independence and confidence in everyday activities. Our specialised programs focus on improving gait mechanics, balance control, and proprioception to minimise the risk of falls and enhance mobility.
Chronic Pain Management
Living with chronic pain can significantly impact seniors' quality of life. Our multidisciplinary approach integrates various therapeutic interventions to alleviate pain, improve function, and enhance overall well-being.
Home Exercise Programs
We aim empower seniors to take an active role in their rehabilitation journey at home by providing personalised home exercise programs designed to complement in-clinic treatments and promote long-term success.
Senior Specific Exercise Rehabilitation
With our Exercise Physiologist!
Whether you're looking to maintain your independence, improve your balance, or simply stay active and engaged, our senior-specific exercise rehabilitation appointments and classes offer a tailored approach that prioritises your needs as older adults.
With a focus on functional movements and activities of daily living, our goal is to help you build strength, improve flexibility, and enhance your overall quality of life.
Hydrotherapy
Discover the healing power of hydrotherapy with our team. By utilising the buoyancy and resistance of water, our hydrotherapy sessions provide a safe and effective environment for rehabilitation, allowing you to progress at your own pace while minimising stress on joints and muscles.
Our personalised, one-on-one sessions take place in Parap’s heated 25-meter pool, with a disability ramp for easy access.
Benefits of Hydrotherapy:
- Reduced pain
- Improved circulation
- Increased range of motion
- Enhanced muscle relaxation
- Rehabilitation and injury recovery
- Stress relief and relaxation
- Improved balance
- Increased strength & cardiovascular fitness
- Falls prevention strategies & falls therapy
How Often Should I See A Physiotherapist?
The frequency of visits to your physiotherapist can vary widely and is often dependent on individual circumstances. Here are a few factors to consider when determining how often you should see a physiotherapist:
- Severity of your condition or injury
- Your current treatment stage
- Physiotherapist’s recommendations
- Self-management & home exercises
It’s essential to communicate openly with your physiotherapist and follow their guidance regarding the frequency of visits. Regular communication and feedback can help adjust the treatment plan to align with your progress and goals. If you experience setbacks, changes in your condition or other concerns, consult with your physiotherapist to reassess the frequency of sessions.
