TM Physio

TM Physio TM Physio is a well established physiotherapy practice locations in Higgins and Deakin.

With over 40 years of physiotherapy experience, we’ll have you back to work or playing sport in no time.

2 handy locations in Kippax and Deakin.. Our team of skilled physiotherapists in Canberra can help you recover from a range of musculoskeletal problems and injuries.

📚 Word of the Day: Mandible /ˈmandɪbəl/The word mandible comes from the Latin mandibula, meaning ‘jaw’ or quite literall...
06/03/2026

📚 Word of the Day: Mandible /ˈmandɪbəl/

The word mandible comes from the Latin mandibula, meaning ‘jaw’ or quite literally “that which chews”, from mandere, meaning to chew. ‘Mandere’ itself traces back to an earlier Proto-Indo-European root ‘mendh’, associated with chewing and grinding.

It entered English in the early 15th century, originally used in anatomy and zoology to describe the lower jaw in humans, animals, and even insects.

In humans, the mandible is the largest and strongest bone of the face. It plays a crucial role in chewing, speaking, and facial expression, and it forms part of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which connects the jaw to the skull.

Because it’s so involved in everyday movement, the mandible can be affected by muscle tension, posture, and stress - making it a fascinating focus in physiotherapy and jaw-related care.

Got a favourite anatomy word? Tell us below 👇

Join us this Friday at 2:15pm for a FREE diabetes education session! Contact details in post to register 💉📚
02/03/2026

Join us this Friday at 2:15pm for a FREE diabetes education session! Contact details in post to register 💉📚

Best of luck to James as he begins his physio placements today! 🎉 We're excited to see you grow and succeed in this new ...
01/03/2026

Best of luck to James as he begins his physio placements today! 🎉 We're excited to see you grow and succeed in this new chapter. You got this! 💪

Recovery isn’t about returning to exactly where you started - it’s about building strength, resilience, and confidence a...
27/02/2026

Recovery isn’t about returning to exactly where you started - it’s about building strength, resilience, and confidence along the way. Every small step, every carefully guided exercise, and every session with your physiotherapist is helping you move forward to a stronger, more mobile you. Don’t look back - you’re not going that way. Whether you’re bouncing back from injury or pushing your performance in sport, progress is measured in how you adapt and improve, not just how fast you return.

Take the next step with purpose - call 6282 5898 (Deakin) or 6254 9889 (Higgins) to see how physiotherapy can help you come back stronger.

Injury recovery isn’t guesswork - it follows three predictable stages, and physiotherapy aims to support each one. Duri...
24/02/2026

Injury recovery isn’t guesswork - it follows three predictable stages, and physiotherapy aims to support each one.

During inflammation, the body protects the area and starts clearing damaged tissue; gentle movement and swelling-management strategies may help maintain mobility. In the repair phase, new tissue forms, and targeted exercises guide it to grow strong and aligned. Finally, remodelling reshapes that tissue so it can handle load again, where progressive strengthening and functional rehab become key.

If you need guidance through any stage of healing, visit https://www.tmphysio.com.au/ to make an appointment with our physiotherapists or exercise physiologists.

Work-related pain can come from all sorts of activities — repetitive movements, lifting, prolonged standing, or awkward ...
22/02/2026

Work-related pain can come from all sorts of activities — repetitive movements, lifting, prolonged standing, or awkward positions 💪🛠️. Physiotherapy focuses on the cause, not just the discomfort, by assessing how you move, strengthening key muscles, and teaching strategies to reduce strain.

Whether it’s repetitive strain, shoulder tension from lifting, or back aches from long shifts on your feet, targeted exercises, posture advice, and movement guidance help prevent flare-ups and support recovery ✨. Early physiotherapy intervention can improve efficiency, ease discomfort, and keep pain from taking over your workday.

20/02/2026

A little organ with a big job - and no, it’s not just there to complain after a heavy weekend. 🍸🍺

Liver /ˈlɪvə/ comes from Old English lifer, linked to the idea of “life” itself. Quite fitting, considering it’s one of the hardest-working structures in the body. From filtering toxins to producing bile for digestion and storing essential nutrients, the liver quietly keeps the whole system running.

Clinically, it plays a central role in metabolism and inflammation, which is why changes in liver health may influence everything from energy levels to musculoskeletal recovery. For physiotherapists, that means liver health can subtly affect fatigue, tissue healing, and how efficiently muscles respond to rehabilitation exercises. Supporting balanced nutrition, hydration, and overall systemic health often helps patients get more from their physio programmes.

What body term should we explore next? Let us know in the comments 👇.

Working from home? Your desk might be working against you. Lift your screen so your eyes meet the top third (your neck w...
18/02/2026

Working from home? Your desk might be working against you. Lift your screen so your eyes meet the top third (your neck will thank you later), keep your feet flat on the floor like a sensible adult, and let your shoulders drop — they’re shoulders, not earrings 💻✨

Good posture helps your spine share load more evenly and may ease the muscle tension that builds up in the neck, shoulders, and upper back during long hours. And yes, “just one more email” does count as sitting longer than planned 😅

If desk strain is becoming a daily guest star, call 6282 5898 (Deakin) or 6254 9889 (Higgins) for tailored physiotherapy advice from our physios and exercise physiologist.

A COUPLE OF SPOTS LEFT - STARTS FRIDAY - FOR 13-15 YEAR OLDS!!🌟 TM Physio Pre-Season Athletic Performance Training is he...
16/02/2026

A COUPLE OF SPOTS LEFT - STARTS FRIDAY - FOR 13-15 YEAR OLDS!!

🌟 TM Physio Pre-Season Athletic Performance Training is here! 🌟
TM Physio is offering a specialised 6‑week program designed to boost performance, build confidence, and reduce injury risk.

🏋️‍♂️ What’s included:
✔️ Supervised 1‑hour sessions every Friday at our Kippax clinic
✔️ A tailored gym program to complete throughout the week
✔️ Small group training (max 8 athletes)
✔️ Focus on running technique, resistance training, and safe gym skills

👟 Who’s it for?
Athletes aged 13–15 looking to improve speed, strength, and overall performance.

💲 Cost: $25 per session ($150 total, paid upfront)
📅 Starts Friday 20th February — spots are limited!
📩 To register your interest:
caroline.ballard@tmphysio.com.au
📞 Or call 6254 9889

Let’s get ready for a strong, confident, injury‑smart season! 💪✨

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🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Sue! 🎂🎉 Your leadership and support make TM Physio a fantastic place to be! Cheers to another amazing...
15/02/2026

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Sue! 🎂🎉 Your leadership and support make TM Physio a fantastic place to be! Cheers to another amazing year ahead! 🎈🥳

Chronic pain can feel like an uninvited guest who refuses to leave, turning simple tasks into major hurdles. Physiothera...
12/02/2026

Chronic pain can feel like an uninvited guest who refuses to leave, turning simple tasks into major hurdles. Physiotherapy works to show that guest the door… or at least help you cope better. By improving movement, easing strain on muscles and joints, and teaching clever tricks for pacing and posture, physios help manage symptoms, maintain strength, and reduce flare-ups.

Whether it’s arthritis, fibromyalgia, old injuries, or the aches that sneak up after too many DIY weekends, physiotherapy helps you move better, ease tension, and take back control of your body — one carefully guided step at a time.

With a tailored plan, physiotherapy helps you stay active, maintain independence, and keep chronic pain from running the show.

Pain isn’t just a signal — it’s a message 📣. Physiotherapy helps you decode it, understand what’s causing it, and build ...
12/02/2026

Pain isn’t just a signal — it’s a message 📣. Physiotherapy helps you decode it, understand what’s causing it, and build movement strategies to get back to the activities you love. Every step, stretch, and exercise is a step toward freedom from limitations 💪✨

If you’re getting the ‘pain reminder’ a little too frequently, call 6282 5898 (Deakin) or 6254 9889 (Higgins) to start your personalised physiotherapy plan today.

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Suite 3, Level 2, Peter Yorke Building, 173 Strickland Crescent
Deakin, ACT
2600

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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+61262825898

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With over 37 years of physiotherapy experience, we’ll have you back to work or playing sport in no time.

We aim to empower you to achieve optimal physical functioning through physiotherapy intervention for musculoskeletal pain and movement disorders. We are striving to improve the musculoskeletal health of the Canberra community and surrounding districts.

At tm physio, we aim to provide excellence in physiotherapy. The clinic employs evidence based practice in physiotherapy to provide assessment and treatment of the musculoskeletal system.

We endeavour to provide this treatment in a caring, friendly, supportive environment for our patients and staff.