Physiotherapy & Pilates Experts in Newcastle NSW
Peak Physio is one of Newcastle’s most trusted providers of health, fitness, and rehabilitation services. Our physiotherapists & exercise physiologists are experts in injury management having helped over 8,000 clients since 2012.
SERVICES
Physiotherapy
Our physiotherapists are highly skilled professionals who are qualified in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of musculoskeletal problems.
Remedial Massage
Our qualified massage therapists are widely trained in Massage Therapy, including Remedial Massage, Myotherapy, Pregnancy Massage and more.
Pilates
With the correct prescription of exercises and effective teaching, Pilates is a useful tool for physiotherapists in retraining strength without dysfunction after injury.
Newcastle physiotherapy experts, also providing:
* Exercise Physiology * Sports Physiotherapy * Trigger Point Dry Needling * Headache Management * Women’s Health * Work Injury, CTP, EPC Programs * Personal Training * Ergonomic Assessments * Pre-employment Medicals *
Appointments available Monday to Friday, 7am – 7pm
CONTACT US
PEAK PHYSIO
Newcastle Physiotherapy Clinic
Level 1, 7 Newcomen Street, Newcastle NSW 2300
Phone: (02) 4929 3898
info@peak-physio.com.au
ABOUT US
Peak Physio opened in 2012 to provide Physiotherapy and Pilates to the Newcastle community. Since then, we’ve helped thousands of patients recover from injury and return to full function. Our results have helped us to become known as the Newcastle physiotherapy experts.
The physiotherapists at Peak Physio practice with a strong “hands on” approach, utilising massage, manual therapies, dry needling and manipulation, teamed up with exercise therapy through strengthening and rehabilitation.
We also have a significant focus on Pilates, post-surgical physiotherapy, sports physio, pain management, women’s health, customised exercise/personal training programs and corporate health.
Conveniently located in the heart of Newcastle City, Peak Physio is your number one choice for high-quality, effective, professional physiotherapy treatment.
LAITH CUNNEEN
Physiotherapist | Exercise Physiologist
MScMed MPhty BExScRehab
Laith is a registered Physiotherapist with a decade of clinical experience. He has worked across a wide range of healthcare disciplines in exercise physiology, physiotherapy, personal training and corporate health consulting. As a treating physiotherapist, Laith has extensive experience with musculoskeletal injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, postural correction, and the management of complex and chronic pain conditions. He holds masters degrees in Physiotherapy and Pain Management.
OLIVIA HADFIELD
Physiotherapist
BPhysio (Hons)
Olivia is a registered physiotherapist from the University of Newcastle with a keen interest in running, sports performance, women’s health and dance rehabilitation. Olivia has completed additional training in dry needling, back / neck pathology, Pre-Pointe Ballet Assessments and a FIFA diploma. In her spare time, Olivia enjoys running, yoga, spending time at the beach and relaxing with friends and family.
ARIANE MCCORMACK
Physiotherapist
BPhysio (Hons) BCom MHRM CD
Ariane is a physiotherapist from the University of Newcastle who has spent a large portion of her life competing in several sports. She represented Canada in four world triathlon championships. She also completed two Ironman triathlons, over 25 marathons and several 80-100km ultra trail races along the way. She is a level 3 Yoga teacher and has a particular interest in the ageing active person who would like to stay injury free. In her free time, Ariane enjoys a good coffee, running in Glenrock trails, doing yoga in her pj’s. She also loves to spend time with her family and Border Collie Hobbes.
GORDON FERGUSON
Physiotherapist
BPhysio (Hons)
Gordon is a physiotherapist from the University of Newcastle with a passion for sports rehabilitation, running related injuries and promoting an active lifestyle. He has worked with NPL and NEWFM football teams providing on-field injury management and pre-match preparation. Outside of work, Gordon enjoys staying active through sport and running, getting away on camping trips, as well as catching up with friends and family.
CHERYL DOYLE
Reception &
Administration
Born and bred in Newcastle, Cheryl trained in administration (specialising in the medical field) and has extensive experience in customer service related positions. Always a friendly face, she is responsible for the administrative technical operations of Peak Physio and for always producing the warm and welcoming environment. Having helped the practice develop since 2014, Cheryl is a familiar encounter to all of our loyal physiotherapy clients.
YOUR HEALTH
A series of articles written by the staff of Peak Physio in the interests of keeping the Newcastle community in peak health.
Achilles Tendinopathy
The Achilles is the largest and thickest tendon in the body. It is made up of Type 1 collagen fibres, tenocytes, and proteoglycans which are responsible for the tendon’s tensile strength. These complex interwoven fibres merge from the calf muscles, gastrocnemius and soleus to form the tendon that inserts into the heel bone, the calcaneus. The Achilles is involved in 93% of the plantar force in flexion of the foot. When healthy, this tendon can handle up to nine times the body weight and has a pivotal function in transmitting forces, such as explosive power and control of movements.
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Adductor strains in the sporting population
Groin strains are commonly seen in sports with multi-directional and high velocity demands such as hockey and soccer. As a result, large sporting bodies have published preventative rehabilitation guidelines which are incorporated in pre-game warmups around the world to mitigate strain risk and reduce recurrence rates.
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Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rehabilitation
Where Are We Now?
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) rupture has occupied a large portion of elite and amateur sporting injuries for decades. Discourse amongst the general population continues to support immediate surgical reconstruction followed by a lengthy return to sport timeframe. Thus, management of either surgical or conservative ACL ruptures necessitates robust rehabilitation protocols and a barrage of objective measures to meet the low return to sport levels and high recurrence rates.
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Falls Prevention & Balance Training
Approximately one third of individuals over the age of 60 experience a fall in a given year. This can be attributed to the normal changes in both sensorimotor and neuromuscular systems that occur in healthy older populations. Fortunately, balance training can mitigate falls risk and the implementation of specific exercise programs is strongly encouraged for older Australians.
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I came to run:
An evaluation of running biomechanics, strengthening programs and injury management
With the year that was, training has needed to be more versatile than ever. With the infrequent access to group fitness classes and gyms, there has been a significant increase in the number of people commencing running or incorporating it into their training regime. There are many factors to consider when getting into this often-addictive sport; how far, how often, how quickly, where and with what shoes. This article aims to present the most important factors to consider on this journey to mitigate injury risk and provide some confidence to make running a lasting activity!
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Exercise during pregnancy
Maintaining an exercise regime throughout pregnancy is becoming increasingly important for Mothers to be. Despite the willingness to engage in physical activity, Women often report confusion regarding clear guidelines for exercise prescription, duration, and parameters throughout the duration of their pregnancy. As Physiotherapists we work closely with Women throughout their antenatal and postnatal journey from a musculoskeletal and pelvic health perspective. Throughout these timeframes, ensuring appropriate prescription is vital for safety and to instil the confidence needed to participate in a training program.
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