Total Physiotherapy

Total Physiotherapy in Coogee, Sydney, NSW is categorized under Physiotherapists specialising in services such as Musculoskeletal injury Physio, Physiotherapy, Sports injury Physio.

Additional services by Total Physiotherapy are Orthotics, Pregnancy Physio, Headache Physio, Orthopedic Bracing, Shoulder injury Physio, Joint Pain Physio, Neck Pain Physio, Back Pain Physio.

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WELCOME

Total Physiotherapy strives to achieve just that, a Total Physiotherapy service that not only identifies and settles your injury – we take pride in helping you make a timely and successful return to what is important to you. Our welcoming and supportive Physio clinic is located at Clovelly Road Coogee, on the border of Coogee, Clovelly and Randwick in the relaxed and friendly Clovelly Village. Established by APA Physiotherapist Stuart McKay, a local Eastern Suburbs boy who has been working in the local area since completing his Physiotherapy and Health & Exercise Science degrees. As a result Total Physiotherapy has a very good relationship with other Medical, Allied Health and Fitness professionals in the Eastern Suburbs. This background and his personal experiences competing at high levels of sport has helped shape Total Physiotherapy’s treatment approach.

Whether it’s Physiotherapy for a Sports or Musculoskeletal injury; back or neck pain; Orthopaedic Surgery rehabilitation; pregnancy-related or early parenthood aches and pains; the effects of Osteoarthritis; or you may wish to increase your current exercise or improve performance, Total Physiotherapy would like to work with you to achieve your goals. We offer accessible hours of operation and convenient location, a well-equipped clinic and we make the effort to communicate and work with anyone else who may be involved in your condition. With everyone working together you will achieve a better outcome.

Total Physiotherapy in 3 words:

TREATMENT, PREVENTION, PERFORMANCE

Our Team

Stuart McKay – Physiotherapist & Owner

Stuart is an Eastern Suburbs local, having attended Waverley College where a strong involvement in sport led to his first exposure to Physiotherapy. Following school he completed his Bachelor of Science (Health & Exercise) at the University of New South Wales followed by a Master of Physiotherapy at the University of Sydney. Stuart has always had a strong involvement in Sport, representing the University of NSW Cricket team in the Sydney Grade Competition; playing Rugby Union for Eastern Suburbs – before later becoming a Physio for the enemy, Randwick Rugby Club (2011-2016). He has also competed competitively at Athletics. Stuart’s personal and professional experiences have resulted in his pro-active approach to injury management. He uses a combination of manual therapy (massage, mobilisations, release), exercise and education as the core of his treatments. Stuart believes educating a patient about the injury, the recovery process and the treatment approach is just as important as the physical treatment. He believes rehab programs should be interesting and continuously upgraded or altered to challenge the patient and prevent them from becoming too repetitive. Stuart also offers Dry Needling for certain conditions as an adjunct to other treatments.

Prior to establishing Total Physiotherapy Stuart spent 5 years as a Physiotherapist in a busy Sports Injury Clinic in the medical precinct of Randwick Junction. Having worked closely with Orthopaedic Surgeons, Sports Physicians, GPs and other experienced Physiotherapists his experiences are reflected in the service offered at Total Physiotherapy.

Services

Sports Injury Physiotherapy

Sports and exercise participation to many is a vital and rewarding part of life. Unfortunately injury is at times a consequence and that is where an experienced Physio with a background in Sports Physiotherapy is invaluable. At Total Physiotherapy your Physio will diagnose and explain your injury and set you on track to make a successful and timely recovery. Treatment will involve a combination of soft tissue therapy, massage and release, joint mobilisations and exercise prescription. Our clinic has the equipment and resources you require to perform all stages of your rehabilitation. We understand that this can be a frustrating time and aim to keep you involved in your training as much as possible. Injury is also not something you want to make a habit of so prevention is a big focus of our treatment. If we can change what many perceive to be a negative experience in to a positive one then we have achieved our goal. At Total Physiotherapy we have a strong understanding of how the body moves and will ensure we understand the requirements of your particular sport or training. This way we can ensure you return to your activity in peak condition for the demands of your activity.

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Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

The demands of life on our body can contribute to aches and pains that can then affect how we live our life. Whether it is postural issues, spending long periods at a desk or extended periods crouched down performing a trade, Total Physiotherapy can help. With all Musculoskeletal injuries and conditions your Physio will endeavour to reduce your pain and discomfort as much as possible. They will also explain the condition and contributing factors and assist you with strategies to help in the longer term. Treatment for Musculoskeletal conditions will involve a selection of soft-tissue massage and release, mobilisations, hot or cold therapy and exercise prescription to improve strength or flexibility as required. In some cases aides can be provided to help manage your condition while you recover.
Orthopaedic Post-Operative Physiotherapy

Total Physiotherapy prides itself on the results its patient’s achieve in their Orthopaedic or post-operative rehabilitation. Being able to assist and get you moving in the period shortly after surgery and watching the progression as you get to the end-stages of rehabilitation and achieve your goals is a very rewarding experience. Prinicipal Physiotherapist Stuart McKay has spent his career working closely with leading Orthopaedic Specialists and has developed an excellent rapport with many of the surgeons operating in the area.  He is very experienced in post-op shoulder, back, hip, knee and ankle rehabilitation. Total Physiotherapy will guide you through the pre-operative and early post-op stages right through to the end-stages of your rehab. The clinic has been set-up to facilitate a successful recovery from your operation.
Physio for Back Pain

If you are experiencing back pain you are not alone, it is estimated that 70-90% of the population will experience low back pain at some point in their life. At Total Physiotherapy we are very experienced in managing back pain. Whether it is the early crippling effects of acute back pain or the limiting persisting symptoms of chronic back pain we will work with you to get you moving. We take an active approach to back pain, focused on relieving the pain and keeping you moving. Total Physiotherapy wants to give you the tools to be in control of your management. Education about your condition is therefore an important part of our treatment so you better understand what is going on and how it will get better. Depending on your presentation there is a range of manual therapy techniques we can use to help reduce your pain and restore mobility. We aim to get you moving as quickly as possible, all research suggests that getting moving early results in a much better prognosis and reduced period of disability. As with every condition we treat at Total Physiotherapy, prevention of future episodes is a core focus of your treatment.

Physio for Neck Pain

Neck pain is very prevalent in the population and when you think about how much we use our neck it is no surprise. Neck pain can be postural and build up over time, spending long periods looking at a computer, reading or even on your phone is not great for our poor necks. It is important to break these activities up by moving regularly and changing positions. Neck pain can also be traumatic, whiplash from a car accident or a blow to the head or neck while playing sport. No matter how you have ended up with neck pain, your physio will carefully assess your condition and work with you to settle the condition and return you to normal. Often your neck pain will also be associated with headaches or shoulder pain, by treating you with consideration to all of these things we can achieve the best outcome for you in a timely manner. Treatments we use that have good results in improving your neck injury are joint mobilisations to restore movement; reducing muscle spasm through soft-tissue therapy and restoring normal movement patterns.

Physiotherapy Management of Osteo-Arthritis

Arthritis is unfortunately a consequence of aging and often a reminder of what we have put our bodies through earlier in life. However it is not something we should surrender to and Physiotherapy can definitely help you manage the condition and slow its progress. It is important to have a full understanding of what will aggravate the condition and what you should be doing to reduce the symptoms and stay active. A relationship with a Physiotherapist who understands your condition and can help you manage it over time is invaluable.

Physio for Pregnancy Related Pain

Pregnancy is a very special and rewarding time, and with the changes that occur to a woman’s body during pregnancy and during the birth itself it is to be expected there will be some pain involved. Just as a physiotherapist can help an athlete with pain from what they have to put their bodies through, they can also help women feel more comfortable during this amazing experience. With a young son of his own, Principal Physiotherapist Stuart McKay has experienced first hand that it is not just through pregnancy but also the demands of having a young one – feeding, repetitive lifting, bending over – can leave you in need of some relief.

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Exercise Prescription

With qualifications and experience in Exercise Physiology, Stuart McKay can prescribe, review or modify exercise programs to help you achieve a specific goal or help manage your injury or health condition. Whether you’re an elite athlete, want to complete a 10km run, or are looking to commence or alter your exercise to enjoy the many associated health benefits, Total Physiotherapy can support you.

Injury Prevention

One thing better than successfully treating an injury is to prevent it occurring in the first place. We understand that many injuries are unavoidable and a matter of bad luck, however there are certain injuries that occur amongst athletes that can be prevented or at least minimised. For this your Physiotherapist must have a detailed understanding of your sport or activity requirements and the injuries associated with that. From there they will consider your individual profile and injury history and plan with you strategies to reduce the risk and keep you training and competing at an optimal level.

Performance Optimisation

Having competed at high levels of cricket, rugby union and athletics himself, Stuart McKay understands what is required to take your performance to the next level. Playing and working with State and National level athletes has highlighted what is required to reach these levels. Having a strong support network that understands your sport, goals, training requirements and own personal situation is essential to success and a Physiotherapist can be a vital part of that network. Your Physiotherapist will monitor your loads, manage injuries, assist with strength and conditioning programs as required and prescribe programs tailored to improving your performance and technique.

Reviews

“The team at Total Physio Clovelly did a tremendous job looking after my elderly father who had been suffering a mysterious shoulder injury.

Stuart and his team were extremely thorough in investigating Dad’s concern and provided support for both short and long term relief.

Dad, who had never really approached a physio before, was so impressed with the care that was taken as well as the innovative methods of treatment that were provided.

Thanks Total Physio Clovelly for being so approachable and family friendly. Thanks for looking after Dad!”

“Busted my arm, but with the help of Stuart and Total Physiotherapy, and their knowledgeable and professional advice I was back at work and sport faster and stronger than I expected. Was easy to get bus to from city as well, as was unable to drive from injury. Highly recommended. 5 stars.”

“I have known Stuart the owner and operator from total physio for many years.

He is a wonderful physio based on many years of experience working with both individual clients and teams.

I would have no hesitation in recommending his service and experience to anyone needing treatment.”

“Highly professional and efficient service, Stuart along with the staff treated me with the assistance, patience and they had all the knowledge required to guide me back on the path to recovery. Easy to get to, frequent buses the city.”

“Highly recommended! Great service”