Sports and running injuries
Assessment of how you move, load and train, with a plan that keeps you active where it makes sense.
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Physiotherapy and rehab, Paddington
Work out what is going on, then get back to the things you do.
Tallowwood Physio helps runners, weekend athletes, desk workers and people recovering from surgery. We assess properly, explain it plainly, and build a plan you can follow between appointments.
Ground-floor clinic. Free parking behind the building. HICAPS on the spot.
Next availableTomorrow, 7:30am
Health fundsHICAPS on the spot
ParkingFree on-site, behind the clinic
ClassesSmall-group Pilates-based rehab, weekdays and Saturday
Which appointment do I need?
Pick what sounds most like you. You will see the appointment it usually becomes, how long it takes and who you will see.
What this becomes
A 30 to 45 minute initial consultation, from $115, with Sam or Callum. Book soon enough that you can be seen while it is fresh, but no rush beyond that.
Find your appointmentWhat we help with
Practical physiotherapy for injuries, ongoing pain and recovery, plus small-group rehab classes.
Back, neck and everyday pain
Hands-on treatment where it helps, plus exercises and changes to your day that you can start straight away.
After-surgery rehab
Staged rehab that follows your surgeon's instructions, with clear milestones and regular check-ins on how you are going.
Pilates-based rehab classes
Small groups using mat and equipment work, led by a physiotherapist. Good for building strength and control after an injury or when you want structure.
Running assessment
A look at your running pattern, strength and training load, with a short list of things to work on.
Workplace and desk set-up advice
Simple changes to how you sit, stand and break up the day, tailored to what you actually do.
How we work
We think good physio is mostly good explanation plus a plan you can do. Hands-on treatment is one tool, and often not the main one.
Assess first
We ask about your life and your goals before we examine you, so the plan fits what you want to get back to.
Explain it
You get a clear picture of what we think is going on, what we are unsure about, and what the options are.
Do the work together
Exercises are chosen for you, shown properly and adjusted as you progress. We keep the list short enough to actually do.
Your physios
A small team who like what they do and like talking about it.
Sam Whitlock
Physiotherapist
Sam works mostly with runners and field-sport players, and enjoys figuring out how training load and recovery fit together. Weekends are trail runs and bad coffee.
Ayesha Rahman
Physiotherapist
Ayesha looks after people returning from surgery and runs the Pilates-based rehab classes. She likes working out what a patient wants to be able to do again and building towards it.
Callum Doyle
Physiotherapist
Callum sees a lot of desk workers with neck and back pain. He keeps explanations simple and exercises few, and will draw a diagram if it helps.
Tess Nguyen
Reception and clinic coordinator
Tess keeps the schedule moving, handles claims and will help you work out which appointment to book.
Your first appointment
Nothing to prepare, but a few things make it easier.
- Before
Wear what you can move in
Bring any scans, referral letters or surgeon's notes you have. If you have a Medicare, DVA, WorkCover or compulsory third-party claim, tell us at booking and we will explain what you need to bring.
- On the day
Talk, then move
Your physio asks about your history and goals, then watches you move and examines the area. You get an explanation and a plan, and often some treatment in the same visit.
- After
A short list to follow
You leave with a few exercises, usually sent to your phone with videos, and a suggestion for when to come back. If you do not need to return, we will say so.
What things cost
Indicative fees. Your physio will confirm what applies to you at the start of your appointment.
Initial consultation, standard30 to 45 minutesFrom $115
Initial consultation, extended60 minutes, for complex or multiple problemsFrom $145
Follow-up consultation30 minutesFrom $95
Running assessment60 minutesFrom $165
Pilates-based rehab classSmall group, 50 minutesFrom $38
After-surgery initial consultation45 minutesFrom $125
Health-fund rebates depend on your fund and your level of extras cover. Some people may be eligible for a Medicare rebate through a GP-prepared plan, and DVA, WorkCover and compulsory third-party claims have their own paperwork. Ask us and we will explain what applies.
Find us
88 Latrobe Terrace, Paddington QLD 4064
(07) 5550 2917
- Car: free parking behind the building, entry from the side lane.
- Bus: regular services along Latrobe Terrace, a short walk from the stop.
- Bike: secure racks at the rear, close to the back door.
Ground-floor clinic with step-free access from the car park, wide treatment rooms and an accessible bathroom.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 6:30am to 6:30pm
- Tuesday
- 6:30am to 6:30pm
- Wednesday
- 6:30am to 6:30pm
- Thursday
- 6:30am to 6:30pm
- Friday
- 6:30am to 4:00pm
- Saturday
- 8:00am to 12:00pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Questions people ask
Do I need a referral to see a physio?
No. You can book directly. A referral from a GP or surgeon is useful if you have one, and may be needed for some claims such as DVA or a Medicare-supported plan.
How many appointments will I need?
It depends on what is going on and what you want to get back to. Some people need one or two visits and a home program, others need regular sessions for a while. We tell you what we expect at the first appointment.
Can I keep exercising while I am injured?
Often, yes, in a modified way. Your physio will talk through what to keep, what to change and what to pause, based on what they find.
What should I bring after surgery?
Your surgeon's notes or rehab protocol, any scan reports and a list of medications. If you are not sure what you have, call us and we will help work it out.
What are the Pilates-based rehab classes like?
Small groups, led by a physiotherapist, with exercises adjusted to each person. Most people start with an assessment so that we can match you to the right class.
Can I claim through my health fund?
Many people can. We have HICAPS, so we can claim on the spot. The amount depends on your fund and cover, so check with them or ask us to help.
Notes from Sound Practice
Why this site is built the way it is
Protected titles stay off this site
Only medicine, dentistry and podiatry have a recognised-branch register under the National Law. Physiotherapy does not, so the site describes what the team does and the experience they have, rather than borrowing a title that is not theirs to use. It's a small edit with a big legal effect.
Sport and rehab pages talk about process, not recovery
Rehab copy easily slides into promises like 'back to your best' or 'fully recovered'. Those create unreasonable expectations. Here the pages describe what happens in the appointment and what the plan involves, and leave the outcome to the clinician after they have assessed the patient.
Appointment chooser, not a menu
Patients do not usually know whether they need a standard or extended consult. A short chooser based on the reason for coming in tells them the length, fee and physio, and avoids calls to reception for the same question. It guides without pushing anyone to book more than they need.
No reviews or results stories
Posts about someone's injury and recovery are banned endorsements of clinical care in the eyes of AHPRA, even if the practice did not write them. This site carries none and does not link to review pages. Fees are shown, with the health fund wording kept neutral.