Total Care Physiotherapy

30/07/2025

We are excited to announce that Total Care Physiotherapy is opening a new clinic in Gunnedah!!

Total Care Physiotherapy has been operating for the last 25 years in both Tamworth and Quirindi. We have worked hard to become a well respected practice that provides high quality patient focused physiotherapy.

Our services include treating neck and back pain, sporting injuries, vertigo and much more.

We will be located at 34 Farrar Road, Gunnedah. To book an appointment please call (02) 6766 9488 or book online at www.totalcarephysio.com .

Physiotherapy practice located in Tamworth and Quirindi NSW.

19/06/2025

Painful or injured shoulder? Having trouble lifting your arm, combing your hair or reaching behind you?

It's more than likely something to do with your rotator cuff. Have a read below about the two most common types of rotator cuff injuries and an insight into the ways they are treated.

If this sounds like something you or someone you know is dealing with give us a call on 6766 9488 or book an appointment online at totalcarephysio.com.au.

26/05/2025

Does your knee hurt when you run or exercise?

The 3 most common conditions that cause knee pain when running are:
• Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
• Iliotibial Band Syndrome
• Patella Tendinopathy

The good news is that all these conditions often resolve after some form of treatment. For most patients a combination of targeted strengthening exercises, biomechanical adjustments, load management strategies and other adjunct therapies will have them back to pain free running in no time.

If this sounds like you book an appointment with one of our physiotherapists online at www.totalcarephysio.com.au or call 6766 9488. Or tag someone below that you think might find this helpful.

09/05/2025

The return to winter running sports normally means an increase in leg and foot pain. One of the most common conditions is heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis/ fasciopathy. The classic sign is pain on rising from bed or a chair, with pain in the heel that feels like a stone bruise.

Plantar fasciitis occurs when the strong fibrous tissue (plantar fascia) along the bottom of your foot becomes irritated and inflamed. This results in intense, sharp pain that can make even walking extremely uncomfortable. It is believed to be caused by repetitive overuse and overstretching of the arch of the foot but many other factors can also contribute to it.

If left untreated plantar fasciitis can sometimes last longer than a year. Common treatments like massaging on a roller or stretching are often ineffective. At Total Care Physiotherapy we use a combination of activity modification, taping, corrective footwear, radial shockwave therapy and a guided strengthening program to speed up your recovery.

So if you or someone you know has plantar fasciitis or heel pain we would be happy to help you get out of pain, back on your feet and active again. Appointments can be made over the phone at 6766 9488 or online at www.totalcarephysio.com.au.

23/11/2023

We have a position available for a new grad or more experienced physio.
Call us for a chat.

24/01/2022

We are looking for an exercise physiologist to join our team.

Would also suit new grad. Opportunity to learn from experienced physiotherapists.
Work will involve pre employment screening and some rehabilitation.

Initially it will be a part time position for 2 days a week but we expect this to grow.

If you think this might be you or just want to chat please contact Michael at Michael@totalcarephysio.com.au. Or by phone 0411814228.

Send a message to learn more

05/10/2020

We are looking to recruit a physiotherapist to our friendly, busy practice, for a mainly musculoskeletal load. We are passionate about being the best people and physios we can be, and offer regular inservices and financial support for ongoing professional development. For newer physios we offer strong mentorship.

To enquire message me at michael@totalcarephysio.com.au

31/03/2020

TELEHEALTH CONSULTATIONS || We are now offering appointments via video conference and phone call at Total Care Physiotherapy. This means you can see one of our physios - Michael, Cassie, Jess and Alicia - without having to leave your home.

This service is available to:
- Private clients (with or without private health insurance, although please note that health funds will only start covering Telehealth from 14th April)
- NDIS Participants: Adults - please book with Alicia or Jess
- NDIS Participants: Kids - please book with Cassie
- WorkCover clients with pre-approval
- Clients with a Medicare Chronic Disease Management Plan (EPC Referral)
And more...

Please call our friendly reception team on 67669488, or email admin@totalcarephysio.com.au directly, to discuss our Telehealth services further & to book an appointment.

We hope you and your families are staying safe and well. We are only a phone call away, if you need anything at all - even just a chat.

Many thanks,
The Total Care Physiotherapy Team

22/03/2020

AN UPDATE ABOUT OUR SERVICES IN RESPONSE TO COVID-19 ||
In this time of uncertainty, continuing to provide high-quality care to our clients, safely and to the best of our ability, is something we are not compromising on. Your health and safety, and the health and safety of your family, is of utmost importance to our team at Total Care Physiotherapy.

Our practices in Tamworth and Quirindi remain OPEN for regular face-to-face appointments.

Our team are diligently engaging in increased safety and hygiene procedures, consistent with guidelines from the Australian Government and from the World Health Organisation.

Some important things to keep in mind when you attend our space:
👨‍👩‍👦‍👦We kindly ask that you limit the number of people who attend with you. This is to ensure that our practice complies with social distancing guidelines specified by our government.
🕑 Our waiting areas and clinical spaces have been altered to comply with these guidelines. There are alternative seats for you to wait for your therapist in other rooms and outside.
🤧 We kindly ask that you cancel or reschedule your appointment, and please follow social isolation policies, if:
- You or an attending family member is feeling unwell.
- You have returned from overseas recently.
- You have been in contact with a known case of COVID-19 recently.
We have waived cancellation fees due to the current circumstances.

What to expect from this point on:
📞🖥 A move towards video and phone consults (called Telehealth) where possible. We will keep you updated about this as time proceeds.
🔔 We will continue to take action in accordance to the recommendations and policies handed down by our governing bodies, and keep you updated as things progress.
Our staff will contact you with updates via phone, text, email or on social media.

Many thanks for your ongoing support and dedication to our service,
The Total Care Physiotherapy Team.

30/01/2020

Check out this post from the Australian Physiotherapy Association about the importance of keeping our backs strong! Strengthening is important for improving the load tolerance of backs and our bodies as a whole - a concept we apply to rehabilitation after a low back injury or gradual-onset low back pain, and also prevention of re-injury.
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It’s day three of our LBP venture, and today, we’re tackling the myth that everyday loading and bending leads to backs ‘wearing out’. ! In fact, the same way that lifting weights makes muscles stronger, moving and loading can make the back stronger and healthier. Just make sure you start gradually and practice regularly.

For more information, you can find the research here: https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2019/12/31/bjsports-2019-101611