Physiotherapy on the Sunshine Coast.
Physiotherapy for pain, injury and movement problems
Whether you have a sore back, a niggling shoulder, a sports injury or pain that will not settle, a physiotherapy appointment gets you a clear diagnosis, hands-on treatment and a plan to get moving again.
I am Geoffrey Villacis, a physiotherapist and accredited exercise physiologist. I combine hands-on treatment with exercise rehabilitation, so you are not just treated today, you are also set up to recover and stay strong.
Mooloolaba and Nambour clinics
Injuries and conditions I treat
I treat a wide range of musculoskeletal injuries, from sudden sports injuries to long-standing aches and pains. Common problems include:
✓ Back pain, sciatica and disc problems
✓ Neck pain, headaches and whiplash
✓ Shoulder pain: rotator cuff, impingement, frozen shoulder and instability
✓ Elbow pain: tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow
✓ Wrist and hand pain, including carpal tunnel symptoms
✓ Hip and groin pain, bursitis and tendinopathy
✓ Knee pain: ligament, meniscus and patellofemoral pain
✓ Ankle sprains, Achilles and calf injuries
✓ Foot pain and plantar fasciitis
✓ Muscle strains, tendinopathy and overuse injuries
✓ Pre and post surgery rehabilitation
✓ Golf, tennis, pickleball and padel injuries
What to expect at your appointment
Step 1: Assessment. We talk through your history, your goals and your pain, then I test how you move.
Step 2: Diagnosis and treatment. You get a clear explanation of what is going on, plus hands-on treatment where it helps.
Step 3: Your plan. Exercises and advice to recover, return to your sport or work, and reduce the chance of the problem coming back.
Rebates and appointments
Private health rebates may apply to physiotherapy, so check with your fund. If you have a GP chronic disease management plan, ask your GP whether Medicare rebates may apply to you.
Not sure what to book?
I am both a physiotherapist and an accredited exercise physiologist, so you do not need to get this perfectly right. Book a standard appointment and we will work out the best approach together in your session.
Physiotherapy is usually the right place to start if:
✓ You have a new injury or sudden pain
✓ You want a diagnosis or hands-on treatment
✓ You are recovering from a sprain, strain or surgery
Exercise physiology is usually the right fit if:
✓ You live with a long-term condition such as osteoarthritis, osteoporosis or diabetes
✓ You want a structured exercise program to build strength and fitness
✓ You are managing ongoing pain and want to move with more confidence
FAQs
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Wear comfortable clothing that lets us see and move the sore area. Bring any scans, reports or referral letters you have, and your private health card if you plan to claim.
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You do not need a referral to see a physiotherapist. A GP referral or plan is only needed for some Medicare or funded programs, so check with your GP or health fund if you are unsure.
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Some techniques can feel uncomfortable, but treatment should never be unbearable. I explain what I am doing and adjust to how you feel throughout the session.
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It depends on your injury and your goals. After your first appointment you will have a clear plan, including how often to come back and what to do between sessions.