The shoulder joint is a complex one. It is a ball and socket joint, with a very shallow socket which depends largely on the rotator cuff muscles and associated capsule to maintain its stability. It is also greatly affected by poor postures and lifting techniques, as well as dysfunction in the cervical and thoracic spine. Due to this anatomy, there are many acute injuries and pain syndromes which can occur, causing significant pain and disability. We provide effective Cairns shoulder pain treatment.
An assessment will determine the structures at fault, in creating your pain. This is then followed by treatment, which can include joint mobilisations, massage, taping, acupuncture, cupping and provision of specific strengthening and stretching exercises (more on this below). In our experience, physiotherapy is effective in relieving most shoulder pains, within 3 weeks. That’s the outcomes our clients enjoy and indeed, we have prevented numerous clients from having to undergo surgery.
We are passionate about creating pain-free bodies, capable of performing at their optimum. Our team of Allied Health professionals are highly qualified and experienced at helping ease and heal patients’ shoulder pain. This starts with correctly diagnosing the cause and then preparing and delivering an integrated care and treatment program. Our physiotherapist Clara has a special interest in treatment of shoulders and has completed further training with Lyn Watson of the Melbourne Shoulder Group. At Wellness Embodied, we don’t believe in endless appointments with no results, we do believe in helping our patients.
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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Alyza is one of our trained Concussion Management Practitioners and provides Physiotherapy services to local sporting teams, including the Wanderers Rugby Union. She is also our Running and Strength / Movement Assessment Physiotherapist.
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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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Jon is a dedicated and compassionate occupational therapist who places a strong emphasis on building meaningful relationships with his clients. He strives to understand their unique needs and values, ensuring their voices are heard and that they are actively involved in setting and achieving their personal goals.
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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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Megumu believes that providing comprehensive, custom-made treatment is important to reach an individual’s goal, and she wishes to provide the best treatment possible for her clients to maintain their quality of life.
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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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