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Frenchs Forest Physiotherapy

Frenchs Forest Physio is a dynamic sports and general musculoskeletal practice that has been helping people on the Northern Beaches for over 20 years.

Physical Therapist

22/12/2025

Consistency builds strength; patience builds recovery. Healing takes time — and physiotherapists are the steady hands guiding that process with care, science, and encouragement.
Each session builds on the last, retraining muscles, restoring movement, and gradually rebuilding your body’s resilience. There’s no quick fix, but there is a proven path — one grounded in persistence, understanding, and tailored movement.
So keep showing up, keep moving, and trust the process — your body is built to adapt and recover. 🌿
What helps you stay patient through your recovery journey? Tell us below or call Frenchs Forest Physio on 9453 3000 to start yours and we’ll guide you along the way.

20/12/2025

Painkillers have their place — they can offer much-needed relief when pain flares, helping you rest, recover, and keep moving. And anti-inflammatories like ibuprofen go a step further by calming swelling and irritation, helping the body settle while tissues heal.
But while pain killers can soothe symptoms if discomfort keeps recurring, it’s time to get to the deep tissue of the issue. Physiotherapy works on the source. Through movement-based therapy, your physio looks at how your body moves — identifying stiffness, weakness, or imbalance that may be feeding your pain. With the right exercises and hands-on care, physiotherapy helps retrain movement, improve tissue health, and support long-term recovery.
Think of it this way: painkillers turn down the volume, physiotherapy retunes the instrument. Together, they make a smart team for comfort and lasting change.
Need help finding the balance between rest, relief, and rehab? Call us at Frenchs Forest Physio on 9453 3000
And a friendly reminder to always consult your doctor before taking any medication.

18/12/2025

Jump Your Way Through December! 🦘✨
Add a little lift to your day — literally! Jumping isn’t just for kids or kangaroos. It strengthens your calf muscles, quads, glutes, and core, boosts bone density, and improves balance and coordination. Each jump also gives your cardiovascular system a workout, helping circulation and heart health.
The rapid muscle contractions during jumping use what’s called the stretch–shortening cycle — training your muscles and tendons to store and release energy efficiently. This enhances balance, coordination, and power, which all help protect joints and prevent falls.
And don’t forget the heart! That burst of movement boosts circulation and cardiovascular fitness, delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues more effectively.
So skip, hop, or jump rope your way through December — your bones, muscles, and heart will all thank you.
What’s your favourite way to add bounce to your routine? Tell us below or call Frenchs Forest Physio on 9453 3000 to keep your step springy this season! 💪

16/12/2025

Word of the Day: Joint 🦵
Pronunciation: /dʒɔɪnt/
Etymology: From the Latin junctus — “joined” — the past participle of jungere, meaning to join or connect. The word passed through Old French (joint) before settling into Middle English with its modern spelling and sense.
Historically, “joint” described any point of connection — whether in carpentry, conversation, or anatomy. In physiology, it refers to the meeting place between two or more bones — the marvel of mechanics that makes movement possible.
There are three main types: Fibrous joints (immovable, like the skull), cartilaginous joints (slightly moveable, like the spine), and synovial joints (freely moveable, like the knee or shoulder).
Physiotherapists focus on keeping these joints strong, stable, and supple — ensuring that every connection in your body moves in harmony.

13/10/2025

📚 Word of the Day: Gait
/geɪt/ 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️

A simple word that describes something you probably don’t think about much - how you walk.

The term gait comes from Old English gæt or g*t, meaning “a way of going” or “a step.” It’s been used for centuries to describe the unique pattern of movement each person uses to get around.

In physiotherapy, analysing your gait helps us understand how your muscles, joints and nerves are working together…or not, to keep you moving efficiently and pain-free. Small changes in gait can signal injury, weakness or imbalance.

So next time you take a step, remember: your gait is your body’s signature on the move. ✨👣

11/10/2025

Want to strengthen your legs and improve your balance? Try the side lunge! 🦵✨

Step one leg out to the side, bend that knee, and push your hips back, keeping your other leg straight. Then push back up to the start. Repeat on both sides. 🔄
Side lunges target your inner thighs, glutes, and hips; key muscles for walking 🚶‍♂️, climbing stairs 🧗‍♀️, and staying stable 🤸‍♂️.

Start with 8–10 reps each side, and remember to keep your chest up and knees tracking over your toes. 👍
A simple move that packs a punch for your lower body strength! 💥

09/10/2025

Stat of the Month 📊

❤️ More than half a billion people worldwide are living with cardiovascular disease. In 2021 alone, it was responsible for 20.5 million deaths.
That’s not just a number, it’s a global wake-up call.
Cardiovascular health isn’t just about your heart, it’s about your whole system working in sync: blood flow, oxygen delivery, and the way your body moves every day.

Regular physical activity, even something as simple as walking or stretching, plays a powerful role in protecting your heart. Physiotherapists help you stay active in safe, sustainable ways, whether you're managing a condition or trying to prevent one.

Need support staying active and heart-healthy? Book in with one of our physios today.

📍 Source: World Heart Federation, World Heart Report 2023

07/10/2025

Wise words. And a beautiful reminder that life is for both living and learning.

Whether it’s picking up a new skill, moving your body in a new way, or finally understanding what that odd pain in your shoulder really means… Every day brings a chance to learn something that helps you live better.

At Frenchs Forest Physio, we love helping people understand their bodies, because the more you know, the better you move. 💡🦵

What’s something new you’ve learned about your health or your body lately? Let us know in the comments! Or call 9453 3000 to learn a little more with us.

05/10/2025

Protein talk: what’s “complete” really mean? 🍗🐟🥩

A complete protein contains all 9 essential amino acids, the ones your body can’t make on its own. These are the building blocks your body needs to repair muscle, support recovery, and keep things running smoothly.

You’ll find complete proteins in foods like fish, poultry, and red meat, but also in eggs, dairy, and some plant-based combos (like rice and beans -and no you don’t need to eat them together to get the benefit!)

Getting enough protein is especially important if you’re recovering from injury or building strength.

Need advice on movement and nutrition while you heal? Call 9453 3000 or drop your questions in the comments below!

03/10/2025

Is it sciatica… or just a pain in the bum? 🍑

Sciatica isn’t a diagnosis. It’s a symptom. It refers to irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve, the longest nerve in your body. The result? Pain, tingling, numbness or weakness that travels from your lower back down the back of your leg, sometimes all the way to your foot.

It can be caused by a number of issues, like a disc bulge, tight muscles (hello, piriformis), or joint dysfunction. That’s why physiotherapy focuses on finding the cause, not just treating the pain.
We’ll assess your movement, identify the source of pressure on the nerve, and create a plan to ease symptoms and improve function.
Need help with that radiating pain? Call Frenchs Forest Physio on 9453 3000 to make an appointment.

01/10/2025

Knee pain cramping your style? 🦵😩

Whether it’s a dull ache, sharp twinge, or that “why is it clicking like that?” moment, knee pain is one of the most common complaints we see, and it doesn’t just affect runners or athletes.

Pain can come from irritated joints, overloaded tendons, muscle imbalances, or old injuries that never quite healed. The good news? Physiotherapy helps identify what’s really going on and gets you moving again with less pain and more confidence.

We don’t just treat the knee. We look at how your hips, feet, posture and habits all play a role.

Call Frenchs Forest Physio on 9453 3000 if your knees need a bit of TLC. Or tell us in the comments what's been bugging your joints lately!

29/09/2025

Can’t even make it to half-time without needing to be subbed for shin pain? 😫⚽🦵

If your shins are screaming before the game’s barely begun, it’s time to listen to your body - not just the ref. Shin pain can come from overuse, poor biomechanics, worn-out shoes, or a condition like medial tibial stress syndrome (a.k.a. shin splints).

Physios assess your movement patterns, training load, and muscle balance to get to the root of the pain, not just patch it up. The goal? Less limping, more playing.
Don’t wait for the final whistle. Call Frenchs Forest Physio on 9453 3000 or drop us a comment if your shins have ever betrayed you mid-match!

Address

Building 7, Suite 1, 49 Frenchs Forest Road East
Frenchs Forest, NSW
2086

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 6:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 6:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 6pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday	8:30am - 12:30pm

Telephone

+61294533000

Website

http://ffphysio.com.au/

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