LATEST NEWS: PhysioFlex Physiotherapy Southport joins with Gold Coast GP Super Clinic

PhysioFlex is excited for the news for a brand new GP clinic located in Oxenford opening on the 4th November 2013

Qualified Physiotherapists Ben Mack and Morgan Pratt will begin treating patients at this brand new facility in the month of November. PhysioFlex Sports and Health Centre will be welcoming a new team of experienced health professionals including a Podiatrist, Dietician and Exercise Physiologist to offer the best possible health care for our valued patients at this convenient location. 

For more information on booking your next appointment at the 

Gold Coast GP Super Clinic please phone 55 91 18 16 

2 Leo Graham Way, OXENFORD
07 55 73 11 22

"Frequently Asked Questions" for pain prevention and injury management

PhysioFlex Sports and Health Centre to the rescue!

Q. How can physiotherapy help me?

Physiotherapists are qualified professionals who will thoroughly analyse and assist in individual cases of pain prescription. Physiotherapy will speed the healing process so patients can return to their routines in sports, fitness and everyday activities.  Physiotherapy can also provide the correct treatment for each condition and prescribe, outline and educate the patient in the appropriate maintenance and prevention for the future. Physiotherapy provides one on one treatment sessions to help progress and achieve patients health and fitness goals.  

Q. How long after an injury should I consult my physiotherapist?

This will depend on how severe the injury is or was and how quickly the patient wishes to be back on their feet. Seeing a Physio in the early stages of injury can dramatically help improve your prognosis, reduce swelling and receive appropriate exercises/ management.

Q. How long after an injury should ice be applied?

Ice is most beneficial within the within the first 24 hours, especially if there is noticeable swelling and redness in the area. Ice will aid by constricting the flow of fluid to the injured area thus relieving it of a biochemical irritation.  To do this, just apply an ice compact or crushed ice in a towel for approximately 20 minutes on and 20 minutes off for the first few hours. This can be repeated over several days as required.

Q. When should heat be applied?

After applying ice compacts for the first 24 hours to reduce the inflammation of the injury, heat can then be applied to assist in speeding up the healing process. Heat is most commonly used during rehabilitation of an injury and will ease stiff and tight muscles. To achieve this place a heat pack comfortably on the area of pain up to 5 or 6 times a day for 20- 30 minutes at a time. 

For further information contact our professional staff on 55 91 18 16

Want to know the difference between a Physiotherapist and Chiropractor? PhysioFlex can help

The differences between a Physiotherapist and a Chiropractor?

Physiotherapy and Chiropractic treatments are significantly different. All individuals are different and therefore require varied treatment for each case. Some people prefer to use chiropractic methods where as others prefer Physio, but both have their health benefits.

Physiotherapists are highly focused on joints and muscles and how to better manage these to work together; they are often referred to as ‘Movement Experts’. Physiotherapists are advanced in their knowledge on how the human body moves, building and maintaining strength and rehabilitation from injury or pain. Methods include muscle manipulation, massage and acupuncture, hydrotherapy, reformer Pilates and also individualised exercise prescription to relieve and prevent pain. Significantly. Physiotherapists base most of their treatment plans on proven evidence based research. They use a variety of literature reviews and studies to channel their diagnostic and treatment techniques.

Chiropractors are focused on the structure of the body and disorders of the musculoskeletal system and how it interacts to restore itself from injury. They are commonly known for treating complaints such as back pain, neck pain and headaches and mainly focus on realignment of the spine.

So both Physiotherapy and Chiropractic treatments vary quite a lot. Both methods can be used together but we strongly recommend that if both practitioners are being utilised that you communicate this to receive the best possible results when receiving your treatments.

For further information on Physiotherapy treatments and pain prevention please contact Physio Flex Sports and Health Centre on 55 91 18 16 or online at www.physioflex.com.au.