Preventative Care FAQs

Question 1

Isn't physiotherapy just for people who are already injured?

Accepted Answer

That's a common misconception! While physiotherapy is excellent for treating injuries, preventative physiotherapy is about keeping you healthy and injury-free in the first place. Just as you service your car before it breaks down or visit the dentist before you get cavities, preventative physiotherapy maintains your musculoskeletal health and catches small issues before they become big problems. It's a proactive investment in your long-term health and quality of life.

Question 2

How often should I have preventative physiotherapy assessments?

Accepted Answer

For most active adults, we recommend a comprehensive movement screening every 6-12 months, with more frequent check-ins (every 3-6 months) if you're training for events, returning from injury, or noticing minor niggles. Athletes in intensive training may benefit from quarterly assessments. Older adults focused on fall prevention might schedule reviews every 3-4 months. We'll recommend a schedule that suits your needs, activity level, and goals during your initial assessment.

Question 3

What's the difference between preventative care and just going to the gym?

Accepted Answer

General fitness is valuable, but preventative physiotherapy is more targeted and personalized. We identify your specific weaknesses, imbalances, and injury risks that generic exercise programs won't address. We assess movement quality, not just strength, many people exercise regularly but with poor movement patterns that actually increase injury risk. Our evidence-based approach ensures you're doing the right exercises, in the right way, for your specific needs and goals, with expert guidance to optimize results.

Question 4

Is preventative care covered by insurance?

Accepted Answer

Coverage varies by insurance provider and policy. Some private health insurance policies include preventative or wellness consultations, while others primarily cover treatment for existing conditions. We recommend checking your policy details or contacting your insurer. Regardless of coverage, many clients find preventative care a worthwhile investment that saves money long-term by avoiding injuries, lost work time, and more expensive interventions down the line.

Question 5

I feel fine, why would I need preventative care?

Accepted Answer

That's exactly the right time for preventative care! Many musculoskeletal problems develop silently over months or years before causing pain. By the time you feel pain, dysfunction has often been present for a while and requires more intensive treatment. Preventative assessment can identify subtle weakness, tightness, or movement dysfunction before symptoms start, allowing simple interventions now rather than complex treatment later. It's much easier and less costly to prevent injury than to recover from one.