Scarborough Physio and Health

ON TIME APPOINTMENTS

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TRUSTED INJURY EXPERTS

We treat all types of pain and injuries and get results!
We have helped over 11500 people in the Redcliffe area.

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WALK OR RUN PAIN FREE

We produce a large range of comfortable and affordable custom orthotics.
Best of all, they will fit ANY type of shoe. We also have an expert running physio to assess your technique

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PHYSIO
On time appointments with our expert Physios Learn more We also offer specialty physio services, such as workplace rehabilitation, DVA, Workcover claims, Vertigo treatments and much more. Sports Physio

MASSAGE
Repair tired and damaged muscles and soft tissue Learn more

PILATES
Enhance flexibility, strength and balance Learn more

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Orthodics & Psychology Learn more

ONLINE OFFERS

FREE COMPUTERISED WALKING ASSESSMENT

Claim this offer to receive a free computerised walking assessment valued at $80. Perfect if you are suffering from pain in your feet, knees, hips or lower back.

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HALF-PRICE ACUPUNCTURE

Acupuncture is a gentle and relieving therapy using acupuncture needles to relieve pain, improve general health, reduce stress and fatigue and much more.

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HALF-PRICE MASSAGE

Stressed? In pain?

Remedial massage can holistically address the whole body to ease out tension, and repair damage to muscles, joints, tendons and soft tissue.

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FREE BOOK DOWNLOAD

Claim this offer to receive a free online PDF copy of Nick Schuster’s Book – ‘Why Am I In Pain’

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FREE INITIAL ASSESSMENT

Are you suffering from either back pain or a sore neck?
Let us help you get the relief you deserve. Claim your FREE Physio 10 minute pre-assessment with us valued at $45!

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LBL (light bladder leakage)

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NEW Women’s Health and Continence Physiotherapy Service at Scarborough Physio and Health!

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Stumped about Christmas presents again this year? Massage Gift vouchers are the way to go.

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We are moving… but not far. Read to find out where!

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Tradies National Health Month

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Ask A Physio – How to prevent injuries

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Ask A Physio – Ankle Injuries

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SITTING GIVES YOU A FAT BUM – LITERALLY!

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Does this sound like you?

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Movember Total

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Movember update #2

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Take care of yourself with a massage at Scarborough Physiotherapy

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NEW Clinical Pilates Classes in Redcliffe

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A MESSAGE FROM
THE DIRECTOR

Welcome to Scarborough Physio and Health online! Are you fed up with being in pain, and you just want to get rid of your pain quickly and with a minimum of effort? At Scarborough Physio and Health, we are different from the rest, and in a good way. We apply our years of experience and the latest research to deliver fantastic results for our patients.

We aim to fix your pain fast, and get you back to living a pain free, healthy and happy life. More than that, we provide results that last, so you stay injury free for longer. It is our privilege to look after you and we look forward to giving you the best of care.

In your consultation your experienced practitioner will get to know you and understand your unique problem and tailor your treatment to fit in with your lifestyle and your individual circumstances. We do our best to get to the root of what is causing your problem, and we don’t just treat your symptoms. We will give you easy to understand advice, exercises and suggestions for how you can help yourself to get out of pain as quickly as possible.

We know your time is valuable, so we offer an on time appointment guarantee – if you wait longer than 15 minutes for your Physio, massage or pilates appointment, it will be free of charge.

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NICK SCHUSTER, DIRECTOR, SCARBOROUGH PHYSIO AND HEALTH

WHY CHOOSE US?

LASTING RESULTS

We achieve lasting results by providing the highest quality evidence based practice. We focus on the cause of the problem to fix your pain fast and stop it from returning!

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ON TOP OF OUR GAME

All of our staff regularly attend seminars for ongoing professional development to keep their skills at the highest standard. All physios and other clinicians are mentored and trained by Nick Schuster, the Ultimate Physio.

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ON TIME - GUARANTEED!

We offer a no waiting time guarantee – if you wait more than 15 minutes past your scheduled appointment time your appointment will be free of charge! * This does not apply to appointments with Meg Richards

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HIGHEST QUALITY CARE

Our staff are registered members of their respective professional associations, keeping them ahead of the competition. e.g. Australian Physiotherapy Association.

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WE ARE VISION FOCUSED

Our vision is to positively influence the lives of every person on the Redcliffe Peninsula and to make Redcliffe the healthiest and best place to live in Australia.