The Physio Movement

The Physio Movement TPM – where modern healthcare meets compassion. We're dedicated to helping you move better, feel stronger, and live pain-free.

With expert care and a supportive team, your health is our top priority. Experience the TPM difference for yourself today. TPM - a modern healthcare movement! Allowing you to live a longer, pain free life through allied healthcare; Physiotherapy, Chiropractic care, Massage Therapy, Exercise Physiology and Dietetics, combined under the one roof! Our advanced, modern clinic in the heart of Townsville's CBD offers a range of services, including Biomechanical Running & Cycling analysis, Osteoarthritis management classes, Pilates, Headache and Spinal Treatment, and sports-focused services designed to get you back doing the things you love. The Physio Movement was built on the philosophy to move away from the traditional and dated Physiotherapy model, and establish a new aged health clinic. This modern treatment approach focuses on long-term management, rather than short-term treatments and prescriptive programming. Shane Brown, TPM Director, is head mentor for all TPM professionals who work collaboratively together. Our patients are able to access our full range of services, with each practitioner understanding that there is not a "one-size-fits-all" approach. Our clinics incorporate tomorrow's technology to improve your body today. Our on-site Performance Centre caters for all from weekend warriors, through to elite athletes. Within this space, we have state-of-the-art technology from Spain which we use for Biomechanical Assessments of Cycling position, Running technique, and lower limb angles during activity in the rehabilitation of injuries, such as ACL tears. We utilise modern apps for your phone/tablet device which help you remember your exercises, along with our Telehealth services so that you can access our healthcare movement from wherever you may be. Our clinical software allows for easy communication, reassessment and allows us to constantly readdress goals and progressions. At TPM we are very active in the local community. We pride ourselves in having a strong community presence and always willing to give a helping hand. We have collaborated with local groups including Townsville Road Runners, Townsville Tri Club, NQ Triathlon Academy, Centrals ASA Rugby League, and many more. We are passionate about helping out our local community and providing information that otherwise may not be common knowledge. Begin your health care journey with us today!

The baby’s behind TPM 👶 We never would’ve thought all these kids would work together one day!
12/03/2026

The baby’s behind TPM 👶 We never would’ve thought all these kids would work together one day!

📔We Are Hiring📔We are hiring a casual admin assistant who has great communication skills who enjoys helping people and k...
12/03/2026

📔We Are Hiring📔

We are hiring a casual admin assistant who has great communication skills who enjoys helping people and keeping things running smoothly. If you’re welcoming, positive and love being part of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.
This is also a great opportunity for an Allied Health student looking to gain experience in a busy multidisciplinary clinic.
Send your Cover Letter and CV to hello@thephysiomovement.com.au

🌿 Holistic Health: Why It Matters in Injury & Recovery🌿 Most injuries don’t happen because of one single factor. They’re...
12/03/2026

🌿 Holistic Health: Why It Matters in Injury & Recovery🌿

Most injuries don’t happen because of one single factor. They’re usually the result of multiple stressors building up over time — training load, poor sleep, high stress, inadequate recovery, or lifestyle changes. The same applies to recovery.
You can be doing all your exercises correctly…
But if your body isn’t in a good state to adapt, progress can stall.

💤 Sleep & Recovery
Pain can disrupt sleep — and poor sleep slows healing.
Quality sleep supports:
Tissue repair, Hormonal balance, Pain regulation, Energy levels, Mood and motivation.
Improving sleep habits and reducing night discomfort can significantly improve recovery outcomes.
🏋️ Load Management (It’s More Than Sets & Reps)
Rehab isn’t just about prescribed exercises.
Load includes:
Work demands, Sport intensity, Daily steps, Gym sessions, Life stress
Recovery happens when load and recovery are balanced. Too much too soon often leads to flare-ups. Too little load can slow progress.
Finding the right progression is key.
😓 Stress & Nervous System Load
High stress increases:
Muscle tension, Pain sensitivity, Fatigue, Recovery time.
Your body doesn’t separate physical stress from emotional stress — it all contributes to total load.
💪 Building Capacity
True recovery is about improving overall capacity:
Strength, Cardiovascular fitness, Mobility, Resilience.
The goal isn’t just to get out of pain — it’s to become more robust than before.
🔄 The Big Picture
Injury and recovery are rarely simple.
They’re influenced by:
Sleep, Stress, Nutrition, Load, General health

Addressing the whole picture creates better outcomes and reduces the risk of setbacks.

5 Key Benefits of Pre-Op Rehab 💪Check out why Pre-Op Rehab is so important to Post-Op recovery and rehab ⬇️Faster Recove...
11/03/2026

5 Key Benefits of Pre-Op Rehab 💪

Check out why Pre-Op Rehab is so important to Post-Op recovery and rehab ⬇️

Faster Recovery Time ⏳
Stronger muscles and better mobility before surgery help you regain function sooner afterwards.
Better Surgical Outcomes 📈
Pre-op strength and range of motion are strong predictors of post-op success — especially for joint surgeries.
Reduced Muscle Loss & Stiffness💪
Surgery causes temporary weakness and swelling. Starting stronger reduces how much you lose.
Less Pain & Anxiety 😖
Understanding what to expect and how to manage symptoms improves confidence and pain control.
Quicker Return to Work & Sport 🏋️
Preparation before surgery often means fewer setbacks and a smoother rehab journey.

Check out our website to see how we can help!

09/03/2026

🩷Breast Cancer Pilates Fundraiser🩷
What a wonderful Saturday full of pink and pilates!
Thank you to all who joined us on the day and donated! Remember you can donate the National Breast Cancer Foundation all year round.
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🏃Runners Strength Spotlight - Anthony🏃In 2025 Anthony achieved running pain free after overcoming many injuries! In 2026...
09/03/2026

🏃Runners Strength Spotlight - Anthony🏃

In 2025 Anthony achieved running pain free after overcoming many injuries!
In 2026 Anthony wants to continue to run pain free.
Through the Runners Strength Classes Anthony has been able to achieve his goals of running pain free and completing rehab during the classes.

If you have goals to rehab any injuries call us today to book in for our Runner's Strength Classes!

👭International Women's Day👭Today, we celebrate the incredible strength, resilience, and unwavering dedication of women e...
08/03/2026

👭International Women's Day👭
Today, we celebrate the incredible strength, resilience, and unwavering dedication of women everywhere! 💪✨
Whether it's balancing work, family, or personal goals, women continually inspire us with their ability to overcome challenges and thrive. At TPM, we are proud to support women in every step of their wellness journey—whether that’s through pain relief, recovery, or simply maintaining a healthy, active lifestyle.
Here’s to the women who empower us daily!
Happy International Women's Day! 🌸💫

🦴Pre-op Rehab Checklist🦴Surgery places stress on your body. The stronger, fitter, and more prepared you are beforehand, ...
05/03/2026

🦴Pre-op Rehab Checklist🦴

Surgery places stress on your body. The stronger, fitter, and more prepared you are beforehand, the smoother your recovery is likely to be.
Pre-operative physiotherapy helps you build strength, improve movement, and understand exactly what to expect so you go into surgery confident and come out recovering faster.

We are here to ensure that you have a fast recovery post surgery. If you have a surgery coming up maybe it is time to book in to ensure you get back to what you love doing sooner!

🌟Hello March 🌟This March at TPM we are focusing on Pre and Post surgical care, as well as celebrating International Wome...
28/02/2026

🌟Hello March 🌟

This March at TPM we are focusing on Pre and Post surgical care, as well as celebrating International Women's Day and Brain awareness week

This month will highlight how our practitioners can help you prepare for surgery and how to make a smooth recovery post surgery. Surgeries and rehab can be daunting but we are here to help you every step of the way and that begins at the very start!

Additionally this month, International Women's Day is celebrated on the 8th of March. This year we are celebrating this amazing day by hosting a fundraiser for Breast Cancer Research. On the 7th of March we are hosting a pop-up pilates fundraiser. There are only limited spots to this wonderful event, so book in while you can.

Brain Awareness week takes place from the 16th to the 22nd of March. We will be highlighting the importance of brain awareness and how it affects individuals day to day.

Bring on March! Stay up to date via our socials 👀

🏃Runners Strength Spotlight - Jenny🏃In 2025 Jenny achieved her PB and completed THREE half marathons! Through Runners St...
27/02/2026

🏃Runners Strength Spotlight - Jenny🏃

In 2025 Jenny achieved her PB and completed THREE half marathons! Through Runners Strength Jenny has been able to strengthen her body to run those long distances, while also improving her form!

In 2026 Jenny wants to complete the French Camino. The French Camino is a very popular pilgrimage walk that is around 780 to 812km.

🧘Pop-Up Pilates Fundraiser🧘Our Pop-Up Pilates Fundraiser is happening! We are raising funds and awareness for Breast Can...
23/02/2026

🧘Pop-Up Pilates Fundraiser🧘

Our Pop-Up Pilates Fundraiser is happening! We are raising funds and awareness for Breast Cancer Research and highlighting International Women's Day!
🗓️ When: Saturday the 7th of March at 8.30am
📍Where: The Physio Movement (517 Flinders Street)
✨ Price: $10 fee. All proceeds go to the Breast Cancer Foundation for research!

Online bookings are now available!
https://tpmaustralia.au1.cliniko.com/bookings?business_id=12964&practitioner_id=1719846570309977123&appointment_type_id=1887405269210629620
You can also call us on (07)4740 4516 to secure your spot. Be quick, only a limited amount of spots are available.

National Breast Cancer Foundation

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Address

517 Flinders Street
Townsville, QLD
4810

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 7:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 7:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 1pm

Telephone

+61747404516

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Our TPM story

Welcome to Townsville's first modern Movement in Health Care. TPMs opened its doors in 2015 with the mission to bring quality, modern healthcare to North Queensland. Our vision was to move away from the more traditional and dated Physiotherapy model and incorporate a modality of services allowing for optimal health results.

TPM has establish a new aged health clinic within Townsville City with the vision of allowing people to live longer- pain free! Our core services available at The Physio Movement include: Physiotherapy, Chiropractor, Dry needling, Running coaching, Biomechanical analysis, Orthotic prescription, Pilates, headache/spinal clinic, Fitness + Strength training and fitness, Womens health, manipulative therapy, and sporting performance. Our clinic incorporates tomorrow's technology to improve your body today. These include Bike Fitting and Gait analysis technology (deigned and created in Spain - We are the only Queensland provider!), state of the art gait scan technology for orthotic prescription, HD video analysis of movement behaviours, and apps for your phone/tablet device which help you remember your rehabilitation or programs. Our clinical software allows for easy communication, reassessment and allows us to constantly readdress goals and progressions. At TPM we are very active in the local community. We pride ourselves in having a strong community presence and always willing to give a helping hand.