Physio Plus

23/12/2025

21/12/2025

Bangalow Physiotherapy is now closed as we undergo some exciting renovations.
We will re-open on Monday 12th January 2026!
We can't wait!

31/10/2025

🌟 Meet our amazing paediatric OT, Tori! 🌟
Tori brings creativity, heart and purpose to everything she does — from helping little ones build the confidence to play, explore and learn, to supporting families as they navigate change and growth together.

This week (27 Oct – 2 Nov) we’re also celebrating OT Week! 🎉 The theme this year is “Occupational Therapy in Action”, and it’s all about shining a light on the creativity, problem-solving and compassion within OT practice. otaus.com.au
Whether it’s in paediatrics, aged care, mental health, rehabilitation or disability — OT is changing lives by supporting independence, dignity and participation. o

30/10/2025

🌟 Get to Know Karin – Our Pain Management Occupational Therapist! 🌟

Karin helps people living with chronic pain take back control of their lives through education, movement, and mindset strategies. She teaches clients how pain works, how to pace activities, manage flare-ups, and move with confidence — all while supporting them to return to the things they love doing most. 💪

💬 Fun facts about Karin:
✨ She wouldn’t swap jobs with anyone — especially not admin! She admires how they multitask and keep everything organised.
✨ The most rewarding part of her work? Seeing people grow, improve, and live meaningful lives again.
✨ She believes everyone could benefit from an OT’s perspective — looking deeper to understand others with empathy and insight.

Karin brings compassion, knowledge, and positivity to every session — helping clients realise that pain doesn’t have to define them. 💛

28/10/2025

🌞🎊HAPPY OT WEEK 2025!!!!🎊🌞

This year’s theme — “Occupational Therapy in Action” — celebrates the creativity, compassion and impact OTs bring to helping people do what matters most to them.

Occupational Therapists support individuals of all ages to build independence, confidence and wellbeing through meaningful, everyday activities. From regaining skills to adapting environments and routines, OTs put evidence-based care into action every day 💛

A huge thank you to our wonderful OTs — Tori, Karin and Dannielle — for the passion, care and dedication you bring to every client and family you support!

14/10/2025

🌟 Join our Fine Motor School Holiday Groups! 🌟
Commencing in December/January school Hols!

Looking for something fun and purposeful for your child these holidays? Our play-based fine motor groups, run by Occupational Therapists Tori Smith and Dannielle Andrews, are the perfect mix of learning and play!

Through hands-on activities, children will build essential skills for everyday independence and school success, including:
✋ Hand strength and coordination
✏️ Pencil grip and pre-writing skills
✂️ Scissor and cutting skills
🎒 School readiness and self-care (buttons, zips, feeding)

Each session is designed to boost confidence, independence, and readiness for the classroom — all in a fun, supportive environment! 🌈

📍 Held in Lismore and Lennox Head
🗓️ Tuesdays and Thursdays during the December/January school holidays
Contact us to book a spot or for more info🌞
02 6621 8606

23/09/2025

🎉WELCOME TO THE PHYSIO PLUS TEAM, NIAMH🎉
Niamh recently moved to Australia from Wales in the UK✈️. She graduated from Cardiff university in 2022 with a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy💪🧬. Niamh started her physiotherapy career in the NHS as a rotational physiotherapist across hospitals and into the community🦴. During that time she gained experience in neurological, orthopaedic, medical, surgical and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Niamh is passionate about delivering a person centred, holistic approach that empowers patients through education and guidance, movement, manual therapy and tailored treatment plans which fits individuals' goals and lifestyle🌞🌸. Outside work Niamh enjoy weight lifting, pilates, yoga, surfing, playing hockey and dancing🌊🧘‍♀️.
Niamh will be consulting from Ballina and Lismore!

12/09/2025

Physio Plus is a multidisciplinary allied health practice based
across the Northern Rivers and looking for some new members to join our team🌞🌸🎉!

We're currently looking for:
📌 2 x Medical Receptionists
Casino – 3 days/week (20–24 hrs)
Ballina – 2 days/week (16 hrs)
Flexibility + potential for extra hours across locations!

📌 Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Work with a passionate, multidisciplinary team, supporting local families and children in a rewarding and flexible role.
Mentoring provided
NEW GRADUATES WELCOME TO APPLY

For more information please see our seek ad in our bio or email
natalieS@physioplus.info (for receptionist position) and;
otbookings@physioplus.info (for OT position)

10/09/2025

🎉🎉WELCOME TO THE TEAM KATE!🎉🎉

Kate is a passionate and dedicated physiotherapist, having graduated from the University of Otago New Zealand, in 2017. Kate tailors the physiotherapy treatment to be patient-centered, ensuring active patient participation and progress in their rehabilitation journey to achieve their goals💪🌞.

Her expertise covers a range of areas, including general musculoskeletal injuries, sports and work injuries, falls prevention, functional movement screens, hand therapy, post-operative rehabilitation and concussion rehabilitation programs🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️🦴. She has experience with diverse patient populations and injuries, as well as working as a physiotherapist for various sports teams in rugby, ice hockey, soccer and surf life saving.

Outside of work, Kate is actively involved in Surf Life Saving, playing soccer, and enjoys outdoor activities such as running, surfing, and hiking🌸🙂.

28/08/2025

🎉🏃‍♂️ The Alstonville Wollongbar Community Fun Run is back!

Hosted by Alstonville High School and the Wollongbar & Alstonville Public Schools P&Cs, this annual event is all about coming together, getting active, and celebrating community spirit. With a variety of course options, stalls, food, music, prizes, and activities for all ages, there’s truly something for everyone. Don’t miss this chance to run, walk, and connect – get involved in this great community event in Alstonville
! 🌟👟

16/07/2025

🖐️ What Are Fine Motor Skills – and Why Do They Matter?

Fine motor skills involve the small muscles in your child’s hands and fingers that help them do important everyday tasks—like using cutlery, doing up zippers and buttons, tying shoelaces, and writing at school. 🧠✍️

They're a key part of childhood development, and when children struggle in this area, it can affect their confidence, independence, and success in the classroom.

That’s where Occupational Therapy (OT) comes in! 💪✋ OT supports children in building the strength, coordination, and control needed for tasks like handwriting and doing up buttons and zippers - helping improve independence, speed, legibility, and stamina.

📌 Many children are referred to OT when teachers notice issues with handwriting or difficulty keeping up in class. Early support can make a big difference!

One of our favourite (and very popular) tools in OT sessions is Theraputty!
Some fun fine motor activities we do with putty:

✨ Stretch it out to spell names, numbers, or words

🔍 Hide and find little treasures inside, like small beads

🐍 Roll into a long sausage and pinch it using each finger to build a strong pincer grip—an excellent way to strengthen the fingers used for pencil control

👀 Check out the last slide for a peek at these activities in action!

07/07/2025

🌞MEET THE TEAM MONDAY🌞

Introducing our Paediatric Occupational Therapy Team!

Our team work across our Lennox Head, Lismore, Casino, Bangalow and Woodburn locations, conducting both in clinic, school and home visits.

Tori, Connor and Dannielle are our experienced OT champions, working with children aged up to 18 years.

For more info, feel free to reach out!