Persistent pain

Persistent Pain & Movement Rehabilitation

Long-term pain doesn’t have to mean a smaller life. We help you rebuild movement, capacity and confidence, gradually, safely, and at your pace.

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Care for pain that has outstayed its welcome.

If pain has lasted months, or keeps coming back, a calm, graded, whole-person plan can help.

Persistent pain — pain lasting more than three months — is now understood as a nervous-system sensitivity issue, not simply a tissue-damage issue. Physiotherapy addresses it through graded movement, pain science education, pacing and capacity building, all within AHPRA scope. Our approach follows the Physio-Qi Method — a structured, six-stage clinical cycle that moves from understanding and regulation through to strength and self-management.

  • Persistent or recurring pain lasting more than about three months
  • Pain that limits work, sleep, activity or mood
  • Fear of movement or worry about “doing damage”
  • Deconditioning from avoiding activity
  • Pain that hasn’t settled with rest alone
  • Wanting a plan, not just passive treatment
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01

Understanding your pain

Your history and goals, what eases or flares it, a safety (red-flag) screen, and pain explained in plain language.

02

Pacing & confidence

Low-threat movement first, with calmer breathing and pacing to ease protective tension.

03

Building capacity

Progressive strength, mobility and load, matched to the life you want back.

04

Self-management

A written home plan and flare-up plan so you stay in control between sessions.

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ⓘScope & safety. Persistent pain physiotherapy is delivered by an AHPRA-registered physiotherapist within professional scope. We make no cure or guarantee claims, care focuses on function, capacity and confidence. It supports, and does not replace, your GP, medical specialist or pain service. If symptoms are severe or worsening, contact your GP or call 000.
Will physiotherapy make my pain worse?
We begin with graded, low-threat movement and adjust to you. Some sensation can be normal as you build capacity; we explain what to expect and never push through warning signs.
Can you cure my pain?
No, we don’t make cure or guarantee claims. Many people move, sleep and live better as capacity and confidence return, and that’s what we measure.
Do I need a referral?
No for private care. If you have a GP referral or pain plan, bring it, we’ll coordinate with your team.
How long until I notice change?
Timeframes vary — some people notice improved movement confidence within a few weeks; reductions in pain sensitivity typically take longer. We set measurable goals at the first session, review at four to six sessions, and adjust from there.
Is this just exercises?
No. It’s whole-person care, structure (movement, strength, load) and regulation (breath, pacing, awareness), with hands-on care where appropriate. Private fees apply, with private health rebates where eligible; see Pricing for details.

Take the first step toward managing persistent pain.

Book an initial assessment, or ask your GP or care coordinator to refer you.

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