Balance Physio

Balance Physio Balance Physio: Empowering your mind, body, and movement with personalised care for a healthier you.

What we offer:
A biomechanical assessment of your injury and a personalised treatment plan with NO MACHINES. We use a combination of the following techniques to treat and resolve your injury:
~Massage
~Mobilisation
~Manipulation
~Trigger Point Therapy
~Exercise based rehabilitation
~Pilates

What we treat:
~Back and neck pain
~Headaches
~Sports injuries
~Arthritis
~General aches and pains

Meet senior physio, Ana Minguez Zuazo…Ana is a highly experienced general physiotherapy and women’s health practitioner....
10/03/2026

Meet senior physio, Ana Minguez Zuazo…

Ana is a highly experienced general physiotherapy and women’s health practitioner.

Her approach goes beyond just treatment. Ana is dedicated to helping people of all ages and genders move better, feel stronger and live without pain.

Ana helps her female clients feel empowered, confident and provides them with the education to succeed at every stage of life - from adolescence to pregnancy, post-partum, peri-menopause, menopause and beyond. Ana also has a special interest is TMJ treatment.

Ana excels at building positive patient relationships and uses strong clinical reasoning to help individuals reach their goals.

A big shout out to all the wonderful women who make up our team at Balance Physio! We see you and celebrate the wonderfu...
07/03/2026

A big shout out to all the wonderful women who make up our team at Balance Physio!

We see you and celebrate the wonderful contribution you bring to our team on International Women's Day and every day!



05/03/2026

Get to know physio, Preeti…

Working across and , Preeti’s approach is very hands-on. She also loves incorporating exercise prescription to help patients with their strength and mobility.

Preeti particularly enjoys treating conditions of the shoulders, neck and the lower back.

Learn a bit more about Preeti 👉

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This month we’re focusing on a topic that affects athletes of all levels – from weekend warriors to competitive athletes...
03/03/2026

This month we’re focusing on a topic that affects athletes of all levels – from weekend warriors to competitive athletes… sporting injuries.

Whether you're training for a marathon, competing in the pool, performing on stage or simply playing a social game on the weekend, injuries can disrupt not only your sport but your routine and your goals.

Throughout this month we’ll be looking at:

🔷 Common sporting injuries
🔷 Treatment and rehabilitation
🔷 Recovery strategies
🔷 Injury prevention

At Balance Physio, we take a whole-person, evidence-based approach to sports injury management. That means looking beyond just the painful area and assessing movement patterns, training loads, strength deficits and technique to ensure long-term recovery and performance.

We’re also lucky to have practitioners with special interest areas across a range of sports, including swimming, running, dance, golf and rugby to name a few.

This allows us to tailor rehab and prevention strategies to the specific physical demands of your sport.

If you’re currently managing an injury, returning to sport or looking to stay strong and injury-free, keep an eye on our content over the coming weeks.

Let’s keep you moving, performing and doing what you love.

Meet physio, Sakshi Sharma (Preeti)…Preeti has extensive experience across musculoskeletal and sports injuries, neurolog...
03/03/2026

Meet physio, Sakshi Sharma (Preeti)…

Preeti has extensive experience across musculoskeletal and sports injuries, neurological rehabilitation, paediatric and geriatric care, and cardiorespiratory and complex care.

Her sports rehabilitation experience includes working as a sports trainer and physio assistant for the Eagles Rugby Union Club, managing acute injuries and return-to-play programs. Preeti has also worked at Independent Living Specialists (ILS), prescribing mobility aids and assistive technology to help clients maintain independence in daily life.

Preeti’s approach is compassionate and evidence-based, tailored to each client’s goals. Whether helping a child with a respiratory condition, an athlete recovering from injury, or an adult navigating complex care, she empowers her clients to move with confidence and regain control of their lives.


Achilles tendinopathies usually present with pain or stiffness in the Achilles tendon.Symptoms are often worse with runn...
26/02/2026

Achilles tendinopathies usually present with pain or stiffness in the Achilles tendon.

Symptoms are often worse with running, jumping or uphill walking. There can also be morning stiffness or pain with the first few steps of the day.

Sometimes we see tenderness or thickening of the tendon, or pain that ‘warms up’ with activity but worsens afterwards.

Research describes Achilles tendinopathy as a load-related tendon condition, where symptoms are closely linked to how much stress the tendon is exposed to.

Rather than a sudden injury, Achilles tendinopathy usually develops over time due to load mismatch - when the tendon is asked to tolerate more load than it can currently handle.

Common contributing factors include:

🔷 Sudden increases in running volume or intensity
🔷 Hills, speed work or plyometrics added too quickly
🔷 Reduced calf strength or endurance
🔷 Limited ankle mobility
🔷 Changes in footwear
🔷 Inadequate recovery between sessions

Evidence shows tendon structure adapts to load but only when loading is applied progressively and appropriately.

When presented with an Achilles tendinopathy, we assess calf strength, tendon load tolerance, ankle mobility, running or movement mechanics, and training history and recent load changes.

This aligns with modern tendon management principles that focus on function, capacity and load, rather than imaging alone.

Strong evidence supports exercise-based rehabilitation, particularly progressive calf loading, as the cornerstone of treatment. This may include:

🔹 Isometric exercises to manage pain early
🔹 Progressive strengthening (heavy slow resistance or eccentric loading)
🔹 Gradual return to running and sport
🔹 Load management and education
🔹 Addressing contributing factors such as footwear or training errors

Manual therapy may assist symptoms in the short term, but long-term improvement depends on building tendon capacity, not avoiding load.



NEW PHYSIO - CHRIS BIILMANNWe’re excited to welcome our new physio, Chris Biilmann! With 16 years of competitive swimmin...
23/02/2026

NEW PHYSIO - CHRIS BIILMANN

We’re excited to welcome our new physio, Chris Biilmann!

With 16 years of competitive swimming behind him, Chris brings first-hand insight into performance, injury and recovery for his patients.

He is a highly versatile physiotherapist, with extensive experience in musculoskeletal and sports injuries, neurological rehabilitation, and treating vestibular issues (vertigo/dizziness/balance) and lymphoedema conditions.

Chris's approach to care is compassionate, caring and evidence-based, tailored to each client's individual goals. He listens to his clients and strives to achieve the best results for you.

Welcome to the team, Chris!


23/02/2026

Tight shoulders? Sore hips? 👀

Our physiotherapist Preeti Balance Physio GC & Hip To Toe Arundel is showing you how to use a trigger point ball properly 🙌🏼

✔️ Find the sore spot
✔️ Hold 20–30 seconds
✔️ Breathe & move slowly

Simple. Effective. Powerful.

If the tension keeps coming back, it’s time for a proper assessment 💙

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🔗 Book with Preeti here: https://gcphysio.au1.cliniko.com/bookings

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Hip and groin pain can be tricky. It often starts gradually, feels vague and can be mistaken for tightness or weakness.B...
19/02/2026

Hip and groin pain can be tricky. It often starts gradually, feels vague and can be mistaken for tightness or weakness.

But in the clinic, we see these injuries regularly across runners, athletes, gym-goers and active everyday people.

These types of injuries don’t always feel the same. Common symptoms include:

🔷 Deep ache or sharp pain in the groin or front/side of the hip
🔷 Pain with running, kicking, squatting or changing direction
🔷 Stiffness after sitting or first thing in the morning
🔷 Reduced hip range of motion
🔷 Pain that settles with rest but returns when load increases

Hip and groin injuries are rarely caused by one single issue. Studies show they are usually multifactorial, involving a combination of:

🔷 Sudden increases in training load or intensity
🔷 Reduced hip and groin muscle strength
🔷 Poor load tolerance of tendons and muscles
🔷 Altered movement patterns during running or sport
🔷 Previous unresolved injury

An assessment for a hip or groin injury goes beyond ‘where it hurts’. We look at hip and groin strength, movement control and load tolerance, running or sport-specific mechanics, training history and recovery patterns.

Strong evidence supports active, exercise-based rehabilitation as the cornerstone of treatment.

Rehab commonly includes progressive strengthening of hip and groin muscles, gradual return to sport or running loads, improving hip control and movement efficiency and education around training management and recovery.

Without appropriate rehab, hip and groin injuries can become persistent and reduce performance.

If hip or groin pain is limiting your training or daily life, we can help.

Meet physio, Rooma Bai…Rooma is a compassionate physiotherapist with 5 years of clinical experience, specialising in bac...
17/02/2026

Meet physio, Rooma Bai…

Rooma is a compassionate physiotherapist with 5 years of clinical experience, specialising in back pain, joint injuries, sports rehabilitation and post-surgical recovery.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from Isra University in Pakistan and has advanced training in manual therapy, chest physiotherapy, COPD, soft tissue release, kinesiology taping, joint mobilisation and exercise therapy.

She is a Watson Headache® Institute Level 1 Foundation Course attendee and uses her skills to help those suffering with a variety of headache issues.

She also has a special interest in dealing with TMJ conditions. Whether jaw pain, clicking, clenching or head and neck tension, she strives to help identify and treat the underlying musculoskeletal causes to restore comfort and function.

Rooma is dedicated to creating personalised treatment plans aimed at reducing pain, improving mobility, and preventing injuries, all tailored to individual needs.

Her approach complements other therapies by enhancing movement, relieving tension, and supporting long-term recovery.


Ankle sprains are one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries, affecting athletes, active adults and everyday moveme...
12/02/2026

Ankle sprains are one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries, affecting athletes, active adults and everyday movement alike.

But what does the research say about rehab and recovery? Let’s break it down.

🔷 Early exercise-based rehab reduces re-injury risk

Research shows that exercise based rehabilitation after an acute ankle sprain reduces the risk of recurrence compared with usual care alone. This means strength, balance and movement training helps your ankle stay stronger long term.

🔷 Functional rehab is key

Evidence supports functional and dynamic training, meaning exercises that simulate real movements like stepping, changing direction and controlled landing improve recovery and get you back to sport or everyday activities faster.

🔷 Manual therapy can aid recovery

While not a standalone solution, adding manual therapy techniques to a recovery program can help improve range of motion and reduce pain early in rehab when combined with strengthening and balance work.

💡 What this means for you:

If you experience an ankle sprain, don’t just rest and hope it heals. Seek immediate assistance from a physio to assess the injury and to prescribe an appropriate rehabilitation plan.

Rehab should be progressive and specific, from simple ankle activation to dynamic movement tasks.

Struggling with ankle pain or instability? Balance Physio can assess your injury and design a structured rehab plan so you recover stronger and move with confidence.

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Suite 2/3 Atlantic Avenue
Gold Coast, QLD
4218

Opening Hours

Monday 8:20am - 8pm
Tuesday 6:40am - 6:40pm
Wednesday 6am - 7pm
Thursday 6am - 8pm
Friday 6:40am - 4pm

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+61755277092

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