Conditions we treat
Physiotherapy for pain, injury and movement problems in Newcastle
At Fitness Physio in Merewether, we help people across Newcastle manage pain, recover from injury and return to work, sport, training and daily life.
Whether your pain started suddenly, built up over time, or keeps coming back, a clear assessment is the best place to start. We look at what may be contributing to your symptoms and create a practical plan for treatment, rehabilitation and return to activity.
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✓ No referral needed — you can book directly
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Lower Back Pain, Disc Bulges and Sciatica
Back pain can affect work, sleep, lifting, sport, training and everyday movement. We help with both sudden back pain and ongoing problems that keep coming back.
Common back conditions we help with:
✓ Lower back pain
✓ Disc bulges and discogenic back pain
✓ Sciatica
✓ Lifting-related back pain
✓ Recurring back flare-ups
✓ Back stiffness and reduced movement
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Neck Pain and Headaches
Neck pain influences work, sleep, driving, training and daily activity. We help with neck pain that starts suddenly, builds over time or keeps recurring.
Common neck conditions we help with:
✓ Neck pain
✓ Neck stiffness
✓ Neck-related headaches
✓ Desk-related neck and shoulder pain
✓ Pain with turning or prolonged sitting
✓ Recurring neck flare-ups
Knee Pain
Knee pain can affect walking, stairs, running, sport, gym training and work. We help with sudden knee injuries, sporting injuries and ongoing knee pain.
Common knee conditions we help with:
✓ ACL injuries
✓ Meniscus injuries
✓ Patellofemoral pain
✓ Knee ligament injuries
✓ Knee osteoarthritis
✓ Post-operative knee rehabilitation
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Hip Pain
Hip pain can make walking, stairs, running, gym training, sport and everyday movement a struggle. We help with both joint-related and soft tissue hip pain.
Common hip conditions we help with:
✓ Hip pain
✓ Hip osteoarthritis
✓ Gluteal tendon pain and bursitis
✓ Running-related hip pain
✓ Pain with walking or stairs
✓ Gym or lifting-related hip pain
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain can affect sleep, lifting, reaching, gym training, sport and work. We help with new shoulder injuries, recurring pain and post-operative rehabilitation.
Common shoulder conditions we help with:
✓ Rotator cuff injuries
✓ Shoulder impingement / subacromial pain
✓ Shoulder instability and dislocations
✓ Shoulder pain with lifting or reaching
✓ Gym and sport-related shoulder pain
✓ Post-operative shoulder rehabilitation
Ankle, Heel and Achilles Pain
Ankle and foot pain may influence walking, standing, work, sport, gym training and everyday activity.
We help with both sudden injuries, such as ankle sprains, and problems that build gradually over time. Your physiotherapist will assess your pain, movement, strength, balance and activity demands, then create a practical plan to help you move with more confidence.
Common ankle and foot conditions we help with:
✓ Ankle sprains
✓ Plantar fasciitis
✓ Heel pain
✓ Achilles tendinopathy
✓ Ankle stiffness
✓ Balance and confidence after injury
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Running Injuries
Running injuries can affect your ability to train consistently, build distance, prepare for events or simply enjoy running without pain.
We help runners manage both sudden injuries and issues that build gradually over time. Your physiotherapist will assess your symptoms, strength, movement, training load and goals, then create a practical plan to help you return to running with confidence.
Common running injuries we help with:
✓ Shin pain
✓ Achilles tendon pain
✓ Calf strains
✓ Knee pain
✓ Hip pain
✓ Foot and ankle pain
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Osteoporosis and Osteopenia
Osteoporosis and osteopenia affect bone strength and can increase the risk of fractures, especially after a fall or sudden load.
At Fitness Physio, we help people with osteoporosis, osteopenia and low bone density build strength, balance, confidence and physical capacity through supervised exercise.
ONERO® is a key part of our bone health offering. It is an evidence based supervised exercise program using strength and impact-based training, guided by ONERO®-trained physiotherapists in a safe and structured environment.
Bone health exercise may be suitable for:
✓ Osteoporosis
✓ Osteopenia
✓ Low bone density
✓ Strength and balance
✓ Falls confidence
✓ ONERO® supervised exercise
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis can cause joint pain, stiffness, reduced strength and difficulty with everyday activities such as walking, stairs, squatting, kneeling, exercise or work.
At Fitness Physio, all of our physiotherapists are experienced in osteoarthritis management. Exercise is one of the best-supported treatment options for osteoarthritis, helping improve strength, function, confidence and quality of life.
Po is also our GLA:D® physiotherapist and offers a structured program for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis.
Common osteoarthritis presentations we help with:
✓ Hip osteoarthritis
✓ Knee osteoarthritis
✓ Joint pain and stiffness
✓ Reduced strength
✓ Difficulty with walking, stairs or daily activity
✓ GLA:D® osteoarthritis care
Sports and Gym Injuries
Sports and gym injuries often need more than short-term pain relief. We help active people return to training, sport and weekend activity with confidence.
Common sports and gym injuries we help with:
✓ Muscle strains
✓ Tendon pain
✓ Ligament injuries
✓ Running injuries
✓ Lifting-related injuries
✓ Recurring training flare-ups
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Guidance
Not sure what condition page to choose?
You do not need to know exactly what is causing your pain before booking.
If you are unsure where to start, book an initial physiotherapy assessment. We will listen to your story, assess your movement and strength, explain what may be contributing to your symptoms, and help you understand what to do next.
You do not need a referral to book.
Your first visit
What to expect from your first appointment
Your first appointment is focused on clarity. We will talk through your symptoms, what started them, what makes them better or worse, and what you want to get back to. We will assess relevant movement, strength and function, then create a plan for treatment, rehab and return to activity.
If we think you need imaging, medical review or another pathway, we will explain why and guide you through the next step.
Ready to get help?
If pain, injury or reduced confidence is stopping you from working, training, playing sport or enjoying daily life, book an initial physiotherapy assessment at Fitness Physio in Merewether.