Phone: 07 3351 5177
Weekend lifting and gardening: protect your back
Mulch bags, pot plants, a new fence and a Monday morning that hurts. Sound familiar, Draper?
Back problems affect around 4.0 million Australians (16%), according to the AIHW, and everyday jobs like lifting, bending and twisting are classic triggers.
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07 3351 5177 · 170 Patricks Road, Ferny Hills QLD 4055
Draper is a small, spread-out suburb: 695 residents at the 2021 Census, 98.6% of homes separate houses averaging 4.1 bedrooms, and land that is mainly large-lot residential.
Big blocks bring big weekend jobs. If lifting, mowing or a garden project has left your back sore, our Ferny Hills clinic can assess it and show you how to lift smarter.
Three quick tips:
Strong hips, glutes and core make all of this easier.
If you are sore after the weekend, we can ease the pain, show you how to lift smarter and build the strength to keep your garden projects going all year.
29.4% of employed Draper residents worked at home on Census day 2021, roughly double the Queensland rate of 14.1%, and 46.3% of households had three or more vehicles.
A week at a desk followed by a weekend of lifting and carrying can ask a lot of a back that has been sitting still.
We combine hands-on treatment with exercise and training for lifting, sitting and bending, so your plan fits the jobs you actually do.
We treat for the following conditions:
We focus on strengthening your body to support your joints, getting them moving again and improving your overall ability to move. In order to get you to this point, we come up with an individualised exercise plan for you to increase your strength and flexibility.
Arthritis treatment
Sports injuries affect bones, muscles, tissues and cartilage and are detrimental to normal daily activities, not just athletic performance. Sports injuries require supervision and time to heal safely.
Sports physio rehab
We will decide upon a course of action and treat you with manual therapy, exercises and use of heat or ice to relieve pain. This includes training for proper lifting, sitting, and bending and proper sleeping positions.
Back pain
Hydrotherapy focuses on slow and controlled movements that lead to relaxation. At the same time, pushing against the water helps improve muscle strength.
Hydrotherapy
This includes our Vibro Trainer for advanced muscle training and our Gaitscan™ biomechanical footprint scanner to identify abnormalities and prescribe custom orthotics.
Our equipment
We also supply equipment that aids in rehabilitation and injury prevention such as supportive braces, therapeutic sandals and contoured pillows. Our staff is happy to help you obtain these materials to promote your speedy recovery.
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Our treatment plan for you begins with a comprehensive assessment and physical exam to diagnose your condition. We then communicate with you and other health professionals to collaborate on a treatment and recovery plan to get you back on your feet. When we have determined your health goal, we will begin treatment which involves hands-on mobilisation and soft tissue techniques.
Once your initial complaint is treated, we will teach you to manage your pain and aid your recovery.
All of our treatment techniques are based on scientific research and clinical experience. We are always adapting to new treatment methods and advances in technology so you receive the most up-to-date care.
At Ferny Hills Physiotherapy Centre, we don’t see you as just another patient. We understand that your body and your circumstances are highly unique, which is why we provide distinctive treatment to each client that will most benefit the individual. We want your treatment experience to be positive and effective.
Hinge at the hips rather than the lower back, keep the load close, and move your feet instead of twisting while you carry.
Breaking big jobs into blocks of about 30 minutes, with a stretch in between, spreads the load on your back.
Book an assessment. A physio can ease the pain, show you how to lift smarter and work on the hip, glute and core strength that makes the jobs easier.
Our clinic is at 170 Patricks Road, Ferny Hills, and we do not have a clinic in Draper. Draper residents are welcome to book an appointment at Ferny Hills.
No. Physiotherapists are primary care practitioners, so you can book directly without a doctor’s referral.
We work with the leading Australian private health funds, so eligible patients can claim their rebate at the time of treatment with our on-site terminal.
We will review your health history and ask questions about your symptoms to pinpoint any behaviours that may be contributing factors to your pain.
Ferny Hills Physiotherapy, 170 Patricks Road, Ferny Hills. Experienced team, appointments 7am to 6pm, major health funds welcome.
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