Physio 3465

31/12/2025

As 2025 comes to a close, Physio 3465 would like to thank all clients, family and friends for their ongoing support to our family business. 🫶
We wish you a very happy New Year and look forward to continuing our physiotherapist service next year. 2026 is going to be an even bigger year so keep an eye out for exciting updates 🤩

18/12/2025

Physio 3465 has limited appointments before Christmas so be sure to book in to get those last minute injuries looked at before the annual Christmas Day cricket!! We are also open between Christmas and New Years Day 🤩

10/12/2025

Did you know a physiotherapist is considered a first contact practitioner so in most cases a referral is not needed? If you have any injury… you can make a booking straight away for an assessment. *If you are claiming through Medicare, TAC, WorkCover or NDIS you will need a referral for care.

25/11/2025

12/11/2025

Physio 3465 will be heading to the Energy Breakthrough on the 19th of November until the 21st of November. Pop down to Princes Park for all your recovery needs during one of the biggest weekends for Maryborough. We will be selling recovery tools such as:
- fisiocrem
- rock tape
- trigger balls
- heat packs
- bodycool wraps

Our compression boots will also be set up for anyone wanting to refresh their tired legs!

Come on down and see us!

04/11/2025

WARMER WEATHER ☀
As the weather starts to warm up outside now is a great time to start to get more active. Here’s 5 tips to build your tolerance and help prevent injury:
- start small and gradually increase your activity levels
- prioritise hydration, aiming to drink 2-3L daily
- set realistic goals
- integrate activity into your routine
- make a plan and get support through friends, family and health professionals.

28/10/2025

Tennis elbow is a term for pain on the outside of the elbow that is typically aggravated by gripping or lifting when the palm is facing downwards. One of the most common diagnoses for tennis elbow is tendinopathy of the common extensor tendons of the wrist, which is typically an overuse injury. The muscles that bend the wrist backwards connect via a tendon that attaches just above the elbow, at the bone on the outside of the elbow. This tendon can become painful after activities such as gripping, pruning and tennis.

Tennis elbow is typically caused by an increase in activities that load the tendon, such as gripping, tennis, pruning and DIY. The tendon becomes swollen. If left untreated, this pain and dysfunction can become more debilitating.
The diagnosis of tennis elbow is made by a combination of symptoms and signs. The symptoms include pain on the outside of the elbow and are aggravated by gripping or lifting with the palm turned downwards. In more chronic cases, the elbow may become stiff after periods of rest, such as first thing in the morning. Pain with gripping and tenderness on the bony point on the outside of the elbow may be a sign that you have tennis elbow.

Your physiotherapist will be able to accurately assess and differentiate the source of your elbow pain. Once your physiotherapist has established the source of your pain, they will discuss the best management of your condition and a plan to return you to being pain-free. Part of your physiotherapy management may include some hands-on treatment. Your physiotherapist will teach you how to do this yourself.

They may also perform a manual technique called mobilisation with movement (MWM), which has been demonstrated to assist with the pain of tennis elbow. Another possible treatment will use is exercises with weights, which will help relieve the pain, increase the ability of the tendon to cope with load and increase the strength of your forearm muscles. Your physiotherapist may fit you with a tennis elbow brace or use strapping to relieve the pain in the short term, but this will not be the solution to your problem and is not a substitute for exercise.

21/10/2025

We are so excited to share that our Physiotherapist Matt will be running the Blokes’ Exercise Club at the Dunolly RSL Hall starting November 18th!
We can’t wait to kick start these weekly sessions, all gents welcome!! 🤩

19/10/2025

A high ankle sprain is an injury to the ligaments that connect the bones of the lower leg above the ankle (tibia and fibula). This strong connection forms the top of the hinge of the ankle joint. This is also known as the ‘syndesmosis’ and is made up of a number of ligaments at the base of your lower leg, as well as a connective tissue that joins the bones from the top of the ankle all the way up to your knee. This injury is often more serious and needs more assessment and management.

High ankle sprains are usually more severe than normal ankle injuries, and are often accompanied by swelling and pain, not only on the outside of the ankle joint but also over the front at the end of your tibia and fibula (lower leg bones). Often walking may be more painful at the bottom of your leg and top of the ankle, as weight-bearing causes the syndesmosis to separate slightly because of the ligament injury.
Your physiotherapist will be able to diagnose a high ankle sprain, and will ask you about how the injury happened. They will look at your ability to walk, stand on one foot and do simple exercises such as a calf raise. It will also be important to do specific tests for the high ankle ligaments. If you are unable to walk because of the injury, or if your physiotherapist suspects it is a more serious injury, you may be referred for an X-ray or MRI for further assessment.
Physiotherapy will be essential for effective rehabilitation from a high ankle sprain. The first step is to identify the severity of the injury. Minor injuries can be managed conservatively; however, more severe cases, where there is significant laxity or ‘gapping’ of the syndesmosis at the top of the ankle, will require surgery.

Early management may involve a period of non-weight bearing on crutches and in a CAM boot to allow the injury a chance to begin early healing. Your physiotherapist will guide you as to how long you will need to do this for, based on the severity of the injury. You will then be able to begin walking, and it will be important to begin strengthening exercises to regain the strength and function of your leg and ankle.

01/10/2025

The Dyno Lite is a handheld dynamometer and inclinometer, this small device measures strength and range of motion in every major joint in the body. Providing real time results we are able to easily assess weaknesses and use data to assist in setting goals. The MoveHealth App allows clients to access and view their exercise programs via their phone. With easy to follow exercise descriptions and videos clients can be confident they are performing exercises correctly to maximise their program.

16/09/2025

Stress fractures form part of what is known as ‘bone stress injuries’. These occur when a bone is unable to handle repetitive loads put through it and cause localised pain. These injuries start out as a stress reaction that is not yet a full fracture but causes pain. A stress fracture is a progression of this and is a small break in a bone. When a stress fracture is not treated, the injury can progress to becoming a complete fracture. These injuries are seen in both elite level athletes and inactive people. Women sustain 2–10 times more bony stress injuries than men.
These injuries can be caused by:
• high training loads
• a sudden increase in physical activity or training
• biomechanical factors such as muscle strength, footwear and technique
• factors that increase risk due to impact on bone health or remodelling
• diet and nutrition
• hormonal balance
• systemic bone illnesses and steroidal or anticonvulsant medications
• genetic factors.
Bone stress injuries can theoretically occur anywhere; however, the most common sites in the foot are:
• the small bone on the inside of the foot below the ankle (navicular)
• the bone connecting to the fifth toe on the outside of the foot (fifth metatarsal)
• the bone connecting to the second toe in the middle of the foot (second metatarsal)
• the bony k**b on the inside of the ankle (medial malleolus).
Your physiotherapist will be able to help assess and diagnose any bone stress injuries. Management of bone stress injuries varies hugely between which bone is affected and how severe the presentation is (stress reaction vs fracture). In all cases the overloading factor should be identified, and training or activity may be decreased or stopped temporarily to allow the bone to heal. It may be necessary to have a period of non-weight bearing in a cast or boot. Certain types of stress fracture may also require surgical fixation. Once the fracture or stress reaction has healed, any deficits in muscle strength, foot posture or other regions should be treated. Physiotherapist will then advise on a plan for a structured gradual return to your desired activities.

03/09/2025

Golfer’s elbow is a descriptive term for pain on the inside of the elbow that is typically aggravated by gripping or lifting when the palm is facing upwards, or hitting a golf ball. One of the most common diagnoses for golfer’s elbow is tendinopathy of the common flexor tendons of the wrist, which is typically an overuse injury. The muscles that bend the wrist forwards attach onto a bony point on the inside of the elbow (medial epicondyle) via a common tendon. This tendon can become painful following increases in activities such as gripping, pushing and golf.
Golfer’s elbow is typically caused by an increase in activities that load the tendon. The tendon responds to this increase in activity by becoming swollen, and begins a process of trying to make itself stronger, so that it can perform the task in the future. However, this process does not always work perfectly and, in some people, the tendon gradually becomes painful, often days after the increase in loading. If left untreated, your pain symptoms can increase, resulting in weakness and making daily activities increasingly difficult.
Another common trigger is a direct impact to the inside of the elbow.
Accurate diagnosis is crucial in the selection of the best treatment for golfer’s elbow. Your physiotherapist will be able to accurately assess and differentiate the source of your elbow pain. Once your physiotherapist has established the source of your pain, they will discuss the best management of your condition and a plan to return you to being pain-free.Part of your physiotherapy management may include some hands-on treatment. Another treatment that your physiotherapist will use is exercises with weights, which will help relieve the pain, increase the ability of the tendon to cope with load and increase the strength of your forearm muscles. Your physiotherapist may fit you with an elbow brace or use strapping to relieve the pain in the short term, but this will not be the solution to your problem and is not a substitute for exercise.