Downs Physiotherapy

07/03/2026

March 8 marks International Women's Day

This years theme is "Balance the Scales". Balance the Scales is a promise that every woman and girl – regardless of background or identity – should be safe, heard, and free to shape her own future. Yet in 2026, millions of women and girls across Australia and the world are still denied that fair go. Discriminatory laws, harmful practices, and gender-based violence remains widespread, while structural barriers continue to block access to justice.

These barriers are not inevitable. They are built – and they can be dismantled.

When women and girls stand equal, families are stronger, workplaces are fairer, communities thrive, and society becomes safer for everyone.

Equality is not about advantage for some; it’s about dignity, safety, and fairness for all.

This International Women’s Day, let’s Balance the Scales together.

26/02/2026

⛹Whether you’re making your grand comeback to sport from off-season or injury, here are some simple tips to follow to ensure you stay injury free.
🔶Warm up every time. Warming up your body and activating muscle groups helps to reduce risk of injury.
🔶Hydrate and fuel your body. Getting enough water, food and sleep are all factors that contribute to your performance - both on the court or field, and when recovering afterwards.
🔶Pay attention to what you are feeling in your body. If something doesn’t feel right or is causing discomfort, seek advice.

Our physios at Downs Physiotherapy can step you through your return to sport/activity plan. If you need any assistance, we’re always here to help so that you can enjoy the activity you love . Enjoy the season!

24/02/2026

21/02/2026

7 days until Peak2Park 🎉

Our team at Downs Physio and Peak Performance Sports Physiotherapy are counting down to Peak2Park 2026. We have a number of staff and their families participating in both the 10km event and the 4km event this year. If you see us on the day, feel free to say hi and even take a selfie with your favourite team member to share.

Let the countdown begin!

20/02/2026

Did you know February is also Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month?
Ovarian Cancer & Exercise 💙

Exercise isn’t about pushing harder — it’s about supporting your body through treatment, recovery and beyond.

Australian research and clinical guidelines show that safe, tailored exercise can help:
✔ Reduce cancer-related fatigue
✔ Improve strength, mobility & confidence
✔ Support mental wellbeing
✔ Improve quality of life during and after treatment

You don’t need to be “fit” to start.
You just need the right guidance.

That’s where an Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) comes in — trained to deliver personalised, evidence-based exercise programs for people living with cancer, at any stage.

✨ Movement can be empowering.
✨ Every body is different.
✨ Support matters.

If you or someone you love has been affected by ovarian cancer, speak with your healthcare team before starting exercise — and know that help is available.

Our partner Clinic, Peak Performance Sports Physiotehrapy has 2 Accredited Exercise Physiologists on staff, if you are ready to start adding movement to your journey, contact our team on 46394249.

19/02/2026

We are hiring!!

For more information and to apply, visit our seek ad linked below, or email us your resume to info@downsphysio.com.au

💻https://www.seek.com.au/job/90121471?ref=search-standalone&type=standard&origin=showNewTab =9ec0cadaf71709211ae01ca0663ac90bc178c8fd

Join a team that cares – about people, about health, and about making every client visit a positive experience!

16/02/2026

Wishing our followers a happy Lunar New Year.

We hope that the year ahead is happy, healthy and prosperous for you and your families ✨

13/02/2026

💖Love is in the air!💖

Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating love, whether it’s love for a partner, friend, pet or family member. While today is officially the day to plan something sweet for the special someone in your life, remember that you don’t need to wait for a specific day to show someone you care.

12/02/2026

From the clinic to the cold 🧊⛷️

As athletes from around the world compete on the Winter Olympic stage, we’re reminded that elite performance isn’t just about talent — it’s built on strength, mobility, recovery, and consistency.

Sports like skiing, snowboarding and speed skating place huge demands on:
• Knees and hips
• Spinal control and rotation
• Balance and proprioception
• Explosive power and endurance

Behind every powerful run is a team focused on injury prevention, load management and smart recovery — principles that apply whether you’re chasing Olympic dreams or weekend PBs here in Australia.

At Downs Physiotherapy, we love helping athletes of all levels move better, train smarter and stay in the game. 🏃‍♀️💪

11/02/2026

Ready to return to running? 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Pain settling is only part of the picture — your body needs to be strong enough to handle the load.

A simple return-to-run strength check:
✔️ 25 single-leg calf raises
✔️ 25 single-leg squats
✔️ 30 second side plank
✔️ 25 single-leg hamstring bridges

If you can tick these off with good control and no pain flare-up, you’re likely ready to start easing back into running.

Still unsure? That’s where weStill unsure? That’s where we come in 👋

07/02/2026

A special shoutout and good luck to all of the nominees at tonights Sports Darling Downs Annual Presentation Dinner. 🏆📣

The team at Downs Physiotherapy and Peak Performance Sports Physiotherapy congratulate everyone who is nominated tonight and are eagerly looking forward to seeing the winners announced.

05/02/2026

Back to school + back to study = back to desks 💻📚

But long hours of homework, study and screen time at a poorly set-up desk can lead to neck pain, back aches, headaches and poor posture.

A few simple tweaks can make a big difference 👇

✔️ Feet flat on the floor, knees and hips at 90°
✔️ Supportive chair with good lower-back support
✔️ Screen at eye level and about arm’s length away
✔️ Shoulders relaxed, ears stacked over shoulders (bye bye tech neck)
✔️ Take a 2–3 min movement break every 30–45 mins

Small changes + regular movement = happier backs.

Still unsure, contact us to book an appointment.