Musculoskeletal and Spinal Physiotherapy
Target the root cause of your pain with evidence-based, hands-on care.
About the Service
What We Treat
We treat spinal issues such as back & neck pain, joint injuries such as hip, knee and ankle pain, upper limb conditions such as shoulder, elbow and wrist pain and work related injuries. We deliver personalised care helping you move better, feel stronger, and recover faster.
Back and neck pain
Targeted therapies to alleviate chronic and acute low back, neck and thoracic pain, restoring mobility and comfort.
Work Injuries
Rehab for acute muscle and joint injuries, trauma related injuries and overuse injuries to get you back in action safer and stronger.
Post-Op Rehab
Guided recovery programs to rebuild strength, movement and prevent complications after surgery.
Sciatica
Relief from nerve pain through manual techniques, nerve mobilisation and strengthening exercises.
Osteoarthritis
Joint strengthening and mobility strategies for pain management and improving daily function.
Whiplash and vertigo (BPPV)
Evidence based techniques to reduce BPPV symptoms and whiplash related neck pain and dysfunction.
Tendon Issues
Guided strength and loading programs for tendinopathies such as Achilles, patellar or rotator cuff.
The complete musculoskeletal assessment.
Understand your body, fix the root cause and take control of your health with personalised physiotherapy goals.
Comprehensive Assessment
We begin every session with a detailed musculoskeletal and spinal assessment to identify the root cause of your pain, not just the symptoms. Our physiotherapists analyse movement patterns, joint function, muscular strength and lifestyle factors that contribute to your condition. This ensures we create a clear diagnosis and evidence-based treatment plan, helping you achieve longer-lasting results.
Hands-On Treatment
Our physiotherapists are highly trained in a wide range of hands-on techniques proven to reduce pain, restore movement, and set the foundation for strengthening and long-term recovery. Depending on your condition we utilise spinal joint mobilisations, soft-tissue techniques, dry needling and other manual therapy techniques. Many of our patients notice within session improvement in pain and function.
Personalised Rehab Plans
No two patients are the same, which is why we design exercise programs tailored to your goals and lifestyle. Your physiotherapist will guide you through targeted exercises that rebuild strength, flexibility, power and confidence. We have tailored programs for low back pain, osteoporosis, muscle and tendon injuries, post-surgery rehab, functional exercises for sports performance and pain management.
Pain Management Education
We empower you with easy-to-understand education on why your pain started, how to manage flare-ups and how lifestyle factors such as stress, sleep, nutrition and movement impacts your recovery. We guide you how to safely manage your pain. Patients who understand their condition tend to recover faster, feel more confident, and stay pain-free for longer. At The Physio Crew, we believe education is essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our Musculoskeletal and Spinal Physiotherapy services in Carlton & Tullamarine.
We assess, treat, and rehabilitate lower back pain, sciatica, disc herniations, neck stiffness, cervicogenic headaches, shoulder pain (impingement & rotator cuff tears), knee pain, osteoarthritis, hip injuries, tendonitis, muscle strains, postural dysfunctions, and post-operative orthopedic surgery recovery.
Ready to Start Your Recovery Journey?
Book your initial consultation with our experienced physiotherapists at our Carlton or Tullamarine clinic today.