Physiotherapy services

First Choice Spinal & Sports Physiotherapy provides musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy across our Lawson and Warrimoo clinics in the Blue Mountains — treating back and neck pain, sciatica, shoulder, hip and knee injuries, osteoarthritis, headaches and post-surgical rehabilitation. Research-based, protocol-driven, outcomes focused.

Led by APA Titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Jason Wheeler, we take the time to find the real cause, give you an accurate diagnosis, and build a precise plan to get you back to your best. No referral is needed — book directly by calling 0490 326 311.

Jason Wheeler delivering hands-on physiotherapy treatment to a patient

Conditions, treatments & sessions

From muscle strains and sciatica to shoulder, hip and knee injuries, we treat a wide range of conditions using hands-on manual therapy, dry needling, taping, running and postural assessments, and functional strength programs — all delivered in unhurried, private sessions.

Conditions we treat

  • Muscle tension, tears, sprains & strains
  • Lower back pain & sciatica (nerve impingement)
  • Shoulder impingement & rotator cuff injuries
  • Headaches & migraines
  • Pre- & post-surgery rehabilitation
  • Fractures, tendinopathies & arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis, whiplash & bulging discs
  • Frozen shoulder — and much more

Treatments we use

  • Hands-on manual therapy (mobilisations & manipulations)
  • Soft tissue release
  • Taping (rigid or kinesiotape)
  • Dry needling
  • Balance assessment & training
  • Running & ergonomic/postural assessments
  • Workplace & WHS (work health & safety) assessments
  • Functional strength & rehabilitation programs
  • Clinical Pilates classes

Sessions & classes

  • Initial appointments 45–60 min; follow-ups 30–45 min
  • Conducted in a private room
  • Home exercise program with videos via an app
  • Small-group exercise classes (3 people) in our rehab gym
  • Pilates reformer where clinically indicated
  • Online consultations (telehealth) available
  • Private health rebates through most funds

Also available: fitting of orthopaedic braces and boots; loan of crutches, wheelchair and walking frames; and hydrotherapy sessions arranged at Springwood Aquatic Centre. Home visits are available between Glenbrook and Katoomba.

Sports & musculoskeletal injuries

Elite professionals or weekend warriors — we take the time to understand your presenting symptoms and injury history so you receive an accurate diagnosis and a precise, targeted treatment and rehabilitation plan to meet and exceed your goals.

Sports injuries

Elite professionals or weekend warriors. Traumatic injuries, overuse injuries or strains — we're here for you.

We're all athletes, and no athlete likes being injured. We take the time to understand your presenting symptoms and injury history so you receive an accurate diagnosis and a precise, targeted plan to meet and exceed your goals.

Injuries we treat & rehabilitate
  • Muscle injuries; fractures including stress fractures
  • Tendinopathies; ligament sprains & tears
  • Shoulder instabilities / rotator cuff injury
  • Wrist, hand & thumb injuries
  • Hip joint injuries / labral pathology
  • ACL, meniscal & ligamentous knee injuries
  • Ankle & syndesmosis injuries; foot & heel pain
  • Exercise-related back pain; lumbar stress fractures
  • Osteoarthritis in athletes; pre- & post-surgery rehab

Musculoskeletal injuries

Musculoskeletal injuries can cause significant pain and immobility, keeping you from performing at your daily best.

These injuries can affect bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons and nerves, and can be acute or chronic — activity-, age- or trauma-related. We spend the time to understand your injury and history, ensure an accurate diagnosis, and build an effective treatment and rehabilitation plan.

Common musculoskeletal injuries we see
  • Back pain & neck pain
  • Sciatica & osteoarthritis
  • Pre- & post-surgical conditions & rehabilitation
  • Headaches & migraines
  • Shoulder, knee & hip pain
  • Foot & heel pain (incl. plantar fasciitis)

Ready to get an accurate diagnosis and a clear plan? Get in touch or call us on 0490 326 311 to book — no referral needed.

Call us — 0490 326 311