Physiotherapy isn’t just something you turn to after an injury or surgery, it can be a powerful, proactive part of maintaining your health and mobility as you age.

Knowing when to seek help from a physiotherapist can make all the difference in how well you move, how much pain you experience, and how confident you feel in your daily life. So, when should you make that call?

Let’s explore the key signs it might be time to see a physio.

1. Ongoing or Unexplained Pain

If you’ve had discomfort in a joint or muscle for more than a few days and it’s not improving, don’t just wait and hope it goes away. Pain that lingers could be a sign of an underlying issue like inflammation, weakness, or an undiagnosed injury.

Physiotherapists can assess the cause, reduce the pain, and help you avoid further complications. Early intervention often means faster healing.

2. Difficulty With Everyday Movement

Struggling to get out of a chair? Noticing it’s harder to put on your shoes or hang the washing?

Reduced mobility or flexibility, especially if it happens gradually, can often be improved through targeted exercises and movement therapy. A physiotherapist can help restore range of motion and prevent long-term stiffness.

3. Recovery After Surgery

If you’ve had joint replacement surgery, spinal procedures, or even general abdominal surgery, physiotherapy can support your recovery.

We help you:

• Rebuild strength
• Improve your posture and balance
• Avoid complications like joint stiffness or scar tissue tightness
• Return to independence safely

4. Balance or Coordination Issues

Frequent stumbles or worries about falling are common in older adults, but they’re not inevitable. Physiotherapists are trained to assess your balance and create personalised programs to improve your strength, coordination, and confidence on your feet.

It’s never too late to work on fall prevention.

5. Managing Chronic Conditions

Conditions like:

• Arthritis
• Fibromyalgia
• Chronic back or neck pain
• Osteoporosis

…can all benefit from physiotherapy. Regular sessions help reduce pain, improve mobility, and give you tools to better manage your condition in daily life.

Introducing the MT Core Machine

At Reach Therapy, we’re excited to offer access to the MT Core spinal decompression machine—a modern, non-invasive tool that helps reduce pressure on spinal discs. This treatment is especially helpful for people with:

• Bulging discs
• Sciatica
• Degenerative spinal conditions
• Chronic neck or back pain

It’s another way we tailor physiotherapy to meet your specific needs.

Conclusion

If your body is sending signals, pain, stiffness, or unsteadiness - don’t ignore them. Physiotherapy is about more than just healing. It’s about helping you move well, live independently, and stay active at every stage of life.

Get in Touch

If any of these points resonate with you, we’d love to help. Contact Reach Therapy on (03) 9989 7171 or visit www.reachtherapy.net.au to learn more or book an appointment.