No, you can book directly with us without a referral. If you'd like to claim a Medicare rebate through an EPC Care Plan, you'll need one from your GP first. If your injury involves persistent swelling, numbness, fever, or unexplained weight loss, it's worth seeing your GP before your physio appointment in case further investigation is needed.

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy treats pain and injury affecting muscles, joints, ligaments, tendons and nerves — including back and neck pain, shoulder and knee problems, sports injuries, running-related injuries, and recovery after surgery. Whether your pain came on suddenly or has built up gradually, an assessment can identify the cause and guide the right treatment plan.

Yes, all our treating physiotherapists, including Tom, are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency ( AHPRA). The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) and the State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA). Tom has extensive experience delivering strong, timely outcomes for both individuals and workplaces, including injury management, rehabilitation and safe return to work planning for employers and their staff.

Your first session starts with a discussion of your symptoms, history and goals, followed by a physical assessment of movement, strength and function relevant to your injury. Your physiotherapist will explain what's likely going on, agree a treatment plan with you, and usually begin hands-on treatment or exercise prescription in that same visit.

This depends on the injury, how long you've had it, and how you respond to treatment — some issues improve within two to three sessions, while others need ongoing management over several weeks. Your physiotherapist will give you a realistic estimate after your first assessment and adjust the plan as you progress.

Yes. Physiotherapy is one of the most effective treatments for chronic back pain, combining hands-on treatment, targeted exercise, and education about movement and posture to reduce pain and prevent flare-ups. Most back pain isn't caused by serious damage, and an accurate assessment can help you understand what's actually driving your symptoms.

Yes. We assess and treat common sports and running injuries, including sprains, strains, tendon pain, and overuse injuries, with a focus on getting you back to training and competing safely. Treatment typically includes hands-on therapy alongside a structured return-to-sport or return-to-running program tailored to your specific activity and goals.

Yes. We support recovery after orthopaedic procedures such as knee, shoulder, and hip surgery, working alongside your surgeon's rehabilitation protocol. Post-surgical physiotherapy focuses on restoring movement, rebuilding strength, and safely progressing your activity levels in the right order, so you recover as efficiently and safely as possible.

Private health funds with extras cover typically rebate physiotherapy through HICAPS, processed instantly at your appointment. Medicare rebates are available under an EPC Care Plan with a GP referral, which reduces your out-of-pocket cost. We recommend checking your specific fund's physiotherapy limits before your visit.

We're based in Leichhardt and see patients from across Sydney's Inner West, including Annandale, Petersham, Balmain, Rozelle, Lilyfield and surrounding suburbs. If you're unsure whether you're within easy reach, get in touch, and we can point you in the right direction or discuss telehealth options where appropriate.