Gordonvale Physiotherapy

05/01/2026

So it's probably not your neck posture while using your phone that is a risk factor for neck pain but more importantly way technology influences physical activity and sleep.

05/01/2026

Let’s Talk About Health — Not Weight
So many conversations about “getting healthier” get reduced to a number on the scales.
But real health is so much bigger than weight.
Moving your body in ways that feel good.
Improving strength, balance and confidence.
Breathing easier, sleeping better, having more energy.
Reducing pain and staying independent.
Supporting your heart, joints, gut and mental wellbeing.

Health isn’t about shrinking yourself. It’s about building capacity — to walk further, lift safely, play with grandkids, recover from injury, and keep doing the things that matter to you.

At any age, and at any size, health improvements are possible.
Let’s shift the focus from weight loss to strength, function and quality of life
Your body deserves care — not criticism.
How? Honestly - slowly. Small changes.
Walk a little further.
Take a dip.
Dance a little more.
Swap sugary drinks for water.
Eat more vegetables.
Emotional eating? - seek other avenues for addressing those issues.

Let share ideas for how to be healthier this year.

28/12/2025

Check out pool times over the next week. The water is nice and cool and crocodile-free.

24/12/2025

Be Merry this Christmas, that's what it is all about. Let go of those worries and grievances, be kind and thoughtful. Let's try a little harder for peace in ourselves, our families, our community and our world. Ho ho ho.

23/12/2025

Just remembering a lovely lady who used to give us these for Christmas each year, and all the other friends we made who have passed away. We loved the stories, the recipes, the handy hints and gardening tips, you will be remembered by your Gordonvale Physiotherapy family.
I still have Mrs Plogs shortbread recipe I was given in my first year as a physio over 40 years ago. It was delicious.

20/12/2025

Check out our opening times over Christmas. Rhys is already on holidays, Helen is still available these times over the break. Always ring for appointments and leave a message and we will get back to you.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New year.

02/12/2025

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Your Aged Care Provider needs to embrace these concepts.

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01/12/2025

Our normal mobile phone line is working at the moment but if you can't contact us, you can get up on the landline.
07 40562157
Apparently they are working on the mobile network this week in Gordonvale.

19/11/2025

WORLD COPD DAY — 19 NOVEMBER 2025
COPD is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide — including many right here in our FNQ community.
What is COPD?
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a long-term lung condition caused by damage to the airways.
COPD makes it harder to get enough oxygen into our blood stream. Maybe you are troubled walking up hills or stairs. Eventually even everyday activities make you short of breath and can be distressing.

Common Signs & Symptoms
If you or someone you know has any of the following, it’s worth having a check-up:
Persistent cough (often called a “smoker’s cough”)
Increased mucus or phlegm
Shortness of breath, especially on exertion
Wheezing or chest tightness
Frequent chest infections
Fatigue or reduced ability to do daily activities

Early diagnosis makes a huge difference. Book to see your GP.

What Treatments Can Help?

COPD can’t be cured, but good management dramatically improves quality of life. Effective treatments include:

✔️ Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Structured exercises, breathing techniques, and education to improve fitness, strength, and confidence. Physiotherapists (like us at Gordonvale Physiotherapy!) play a key role.

✔️ Medications
Inhalers, bronchodilators, and sometimes steroids help open the airways and reduce inflammation.

✔️ Quit-Smoking Support
The single most important step for slowing disease progression.

✔️ Vaccinations
Flu, COVID-19, and pneumonia vaccines help prevent severe respiratory infections.

✔️ Fitness & Strength Training
Keeping muscles strong reduces breathlessness and improves stamina.

✔️ Airway Clearance Techniques
To help remove mucus and reduce infection risk.

COPD can be challenging, but with the right guidance people can stay active, independent, and enjoy a better quality of life. If you have been diagnosed ask you GP or Specialist for a referral to respiratory rebilitation.

30/09/2025

With the weather warming get some of that water powered wellness into you. Water can make you feel young again! Is water your happy place? Whether it's for fitness, relaxation or just plan fun, enjoy your dip. If you want to join a madcap group of old water rats, pop down to Gordonvale Aquatic Centre on Sundays at 9am and check out swim coaching for the mature body but young at heart with Cairns Mudcrabs Masters Swimming.