The Watson Headache approach is an internationally recognised technique for the examination and treatment of multiple headache types, including migraines, tension headaches and cluster headaches. Our team are trained in this, as well as craniosacral therapy, a light touch technique which can rebalance the autonomic nervous system, enable micro-gliding movements between the small bones of the skull, increase blood flow to the head and improve movement of fascia and other soft tissue.
Clients whose headaches can be reproduced by and during assessment of the upper cervical spine. If we can replicate your pain, then it is likely you can obtain relief from your symptoms. How long will it take? It’s expected that significant reduction in headaches should occur within 4-5 treatment sessions. This can then be backed up by rehabilitative exercises, to prevent poor postures and abnormal muscle control from causing the cervical spine to revert to its ‘headache-causing’ position.
In addition to our manual therapy, Wellness Embodied has invested in a suite of treatment ‘tools’ which can be used during our Cairns headache treatment. This includes but is not limited to low level lasers, infrared sauna and ice baths, a physiotherapist fitted sleep system and mild hyperbaric therapy (more on this below). What we use is dependent on your individual presenting headaches and circumstances.
Francesco believes in an evidence-based approach and values building a trusting and collaborative relationship with his patients, providing support throughout their recovery and disease management journey. Francesco speaks English and Italian.
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Nicolas is very interested in neurological and respiratory conditions. He provides support and treatment to patients with Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s disease, Cerebral Palsy, COPD, Cystic Fibrosis and more.
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Please note Clara is currently on Maternity Leave. Clara is a passionate physiotherapist who is always learning and encourages our team to do the same, in her role as Lead Physiotherapist for the Wellness Embodied ‘Dizzy Clinic’. She is one of our Concussion Management Physiotherapists and our main Vestibular Physiotherapist, using the Vesticam goggles and evidence based techniques to assist those suffering with vertigo, balance issues and persistant dizziness. Clara speaks English, Spanish and basic Auslan.
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Cara has a Bachelor of Health Science and a Bachelor of Applied Science (Osteopathy) and has completed further studies in vertigo, headaches and clinical pilates with the Australian Physiotherapy & Pilates Institute (APPI) and Dry Needling with Manual Medicine Australia. Cara focuses on locating the structural and biomechanical causes of injuries and addressing them using a range of different techniques.
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Enzo is a dedicated physiotherapist who is passionate about helping people recover from injury, manage pain, and improve their movement and function. He takes an evidence-based approach to treatment, tailoring each rehabilitation program to suit the individual goals, lifestyle, and needs of every client.
With previous experience working in professional soccer in Argentina, Enzo has developed strong skills in injury rehabilitation and exercise-based treatment. He has a keen personal interest in fitness, strength, and conditioning, using these principles to help clients of all ages and activity levels return to doing what they enjoy with confidence.
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Maigi is passionate about helping people and enjoys working as a physiotherapist. She has a special interest in vestibular rehabilitation and has undertaken extensive training in this area, and uses Vesticam infrared video goggles during sessions. Maigi is also one of our Concussions trained clinicians and assists people who have sustained a concussion with their recovery.
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Nadun has a special focus on musculoskeletal injuries and treats neck, back, shoulder, hip and knee pain, as well as soft tissue injuries, ankle dysfunction and ACL rehabilitation, both pre/post-surgical and conservative. He also guides clients through strength and conditioning programs, aerobic fitness and functional training to support recovery and long-term wellbeing.
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Phoebe is passionate about providing patient-centred and holistic care to individuals of all ages and is enthusiastic to help clients achieve their health and movement goals.
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