Physio that starts with proper diagnosis
University-trained physiotherapists at our Smith Street clinic. We assess first, then treat. The work we do targets what is actually causing your pain, not just where it hurts.
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A different kind of physiotherapy clinic
Three things you will not find at most physiotherapy practices on the Sunshine Coast.
Assessment before treatment
We diagnose before we treat. That sounds obvious, but a lot of physiotherapy goes straight to treatment without a proper mechanical assessment of what is actually going on. We do not do that.
Physio and chiropractic under one roof
Physiotherapy, chiropractic and exercise physiology share the same building at Smith Street. When a case benefits from more than one discipline, that collaboration happens at your appointment, not across separate referrals.
On-site imaging when you need it
Digital X-ray and Motion IQ computerised range-of-motion testing are available on-site. When imaging will change the diagnosis or treatment plan, you do not need to go elsewhere and come back another day.
Physiotherapy services at Absolute Health
Six physiotherapists covering a broad range of musculoskeletal, neurological and sporting presentations. Not sure if we can help? Call us on (07) 5478 2333.
Back & Neck Pain
Mechanical assessment, manual therapy, dry needling and exercise rehabilitation for lower back pain, neck pain, disc injuries and sciatica.
Learn more →Sports Injuries
Assessment and rehabilitation of acute and chronic sporting injuries. Shoulder, knee, ankle, hip, muscle strains and ligament sprains, with structured return-to-sport programming.
Learn more →Vestibular Physio
Specialised physiotherapy for dizziness, vertigo, BPPV and balance disorders. One of the few clinics on the Sunshine Coast with trained vestibular physiotherapists on staff.
Learn more →Women’s Health
Pelvic floor physiotherapy, pre and post-natal care, pelvic girdle pain and women’s musculoskeletal health at every life stage.
Learn more →NDIS Physiotherapy
NDIS-registered physiotherapy for participants with disability. Goal-directed, functional and coordinated with your support team and plan manager.
Learn more →Dry Needling
Intramuscular dry needling for myofascial trigger points, chronic muscle tension and pain that has not responded to manual therapy alone.
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Physio and chiropractic in the same building
Most physiotherapy clinics operate separately from chiropractic care. At Absolute Health, both are under one roof at Smith Street. When a presentation calls for a blended approach, or when one discipline has reached a plateau, the two teams collaborate at the same visit. Not across two separate referrals to different buildings a week apart.
This is genuinely uncommon in Queensland. If your case needs it, we can bring in the relevant expertise without you having to start over somewhere else.
About Absolute Health →Motion IQ and digital X-ray on-site
Objective measurement produces better outcomes. We use Motion IQ computerised range-of-motion testing to measure exactly how your spine is moving. That gives you and your physiotherapist a factual baseline at the start of care and something concrete to measure progress against at every review.
On-site digital X-ray means that when imaging will change the diagnosis or treatment plan, you do not need to go elsewhere. It happens here, at your appointment.
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Six physiotherapists
Our team has trained in New Zealand, the UK, Canada, Ecuador, Argentina and Australia. Sports, vestibular, women’s health, exercise physiology and NDIS — each physiotherapist has a different specialty, and all take the same rigorous approach to assessment.
Common physiotherapy presentations
Lower Back Pain & Sciatica
Mechanical assessment to identify the specific structures involved, whether disc, facet joint or sacroiliac, so treatment is targeted rather than generic.
Read more →Neck Pain & Headaches
Cervical physiotherapy for neck stiffness, cervicogenic headaches, post-whiplash and upper limb referred pain from the cervical spine.
Read more →Sports & Exercise Injuries
From ACL rehabilitation to rotator cuff tears and ankle sprains, with structured return-to-sport programs and objective progress tracking.
Read more →Dizziness & Vestibular Disorders
BPPV repositioning, vestibular rehabilitation and balance retraining for conditions that make the world spin or feel unsteady underfoot.
Read more →What happens at your first appointment
Your first appointment is an hour. We spend the first half taking a full history and running a physical assessment, which means we understand exactly what is going on before treatment begins. You will leave with a clear explanation of what we found, what we think is causing it and what the treatment plan looks like.
Subsequent appointments are typically 30 to 45 minutes depending on what stage of rehabilitation you are at. We track objective progress at every review so you can see how things are improving.
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Ready to book your appointment?
Shop 2, 21 Smith Street, Mooloolaba. Free underground parking. Open Monday to Friday 8am to 7pm and Saturday 8am to 12:30pm.