Welcome to RX Physiotherapy

Empowering Your Journey Towards Optimal Health

Welcome to RX Physiotherapy

Empowering Your Journey Towards Optimal Health

Our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

At RX Physiotherapy, our mission is simple: help you regain optimal physical function, reduce pain, and get back to the activities you love.

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Tailored Care for Your Unique Needs

Our clinic stands as a beacon of hope for those seeking not just relief, but a lasting solution. April, , Reece, Paige, Laura and Emily, our dedicated practitioners, bring a wealth of knowledge, focusing on conditions that affect your quality of life. With a keen emphasis on TMJ, hypermobility, and specific musculoskeletal concerns, we ensure your care is not only comprehensive but also carefully tailored to your individual needs.

A Commitment to Professionalism and Quality

Entering Rx Physiotherapy, you’ll find a space where professionalism meets warmth and personalisation. Our commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of our practice, from our punctual appointments to our state-of-the-art facilities, including a fully-equipped gym, Pilates classes, sauna, and cold plunge amenities available to aid your recovery journey.

Dedicated to Your Recovery and Beyond

Our approach extends beyond immediate pain relief; we’re invested in your long-term health and empowerment. Through our Punctuality Promise, we respect your time, ensuring that your appointments begin within 15 minutes of the scheduled time. This dedication to service demonstrates our respect for you and your journey.

Focused Care for Exceptional Outcomes

With a strong emphasis on niche areas such as TMJ and hypermobility, our clinic offers dedicated care in the Illawarra region. Our team of practitioners, including April, , Reece, Paige, Laura and Emily, is committed to providing targeted, effective treatments for these and other musculoskeletal issues. Supported by our comprehensive facilities—featuring physiotherapy tools and a fully equipped gym for Pilates and rehabilitation—we aim to enhance your recovery and well-being.

A Boutique Environment Tailored to You

At Rx Physiotherapy, we pride ourselves on creating a boutique, high-quality environment that prioritises your comfort and privacy. Our facilities, designed with your care in mind, include amenities such as a sauna and cold plunge, available to support your recovery process. This, along with our commitment to offering same-day appointments, ensures that your health needs are met with both flexibility and convenience.

Embrace a Future of Wellness and Strength

Embarking on your health journey with RX Physiotherapy means embracing a future where pain no longer dictates your life. Through our focused care, educational approach, and unwavering support, we’re here to guide you toward a life of improved mobility, strength, and well-being.

Begin Your Path to Wellness

We invite you to experience the Rx difference a place where your health priorities become ours. Contact us today to embark on a journey of recovery and strength, tailored to your individual needs.

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Dr. April Patterson

Physiotherapist

Dr. April Patterson graduated from Bond University with a Doctor of Physiotherapy degree. April established RX Physiotherapy in 2019, where she has been dedicated to providing top-notch care to her patients.

Dr. April Patterson has a unique perspective on physiotherapy as she has personally experienced conditions such as Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, hypermobility, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) issues. Her own struggles with these conditions have fueled her passion for understanding and treating them, allowing her to empathize with her patients on a deeper level. Dr. April Patterson is dedicated to tailoring treatments to meet the unique needs of each individual under her care.

With a commitment to ongoing professional development, Dr. April Patterson stays abreast of the latest advancements in physiotherapy, ensuring that her patients receive the most effective and evidence-based treatments available. Her holistic approach to patient care encompasses not only physical rehabilitation but also focuses on empowering individuals to manage and prevent further issues.

In her spare time you can find her hitting the gym, cooking or spending time with her two dachshund children and partner.

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Mr Reece Nikitaras

Physiotherapist

Reece Nikitaras is deeply passionate about optimising human movement and enhancing quality of life through targeted rehabilitation and evidence-based therapeutic techniques. His journey into physiotherapy was driven by a genuine desire to help individuals overcome physical barriers and reach their full potential.

As an avid runner, Reece brings both personal insight and clinical expertise to the treatment of running-related injuries. He is particularly dedicated to helping runners recover from injury, prevent future setbacks, and elevate their performance. Reece has developed a comprehensive running assessment protocol designed to identify biomechanical inefficiencies and areas of weakness, allowing for tailored interventions that support long-term improvement and injury prevention.

Reece also holds a strong clinical interest in knee rehabilitation, with an in-depth understanding of knee biomechanics and the complex nature of knee injuries. He implements highly specialised, results-driven treatment plans to restore function and accelerate recovery in clients dealing with knee concerns.

Always eager to stay at the forefront of his field, Reece consistently seeks out new knowledge and incorporates the latest advancements in physiotherapy research into his practice. His commitment to continuous learning ensures he delivers the highest standard of care to every patient.

Outside of the clinic, Reece enjoys travelling, spending time at the beach, and playing a round of golf.

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Ms. Laura Flemming

Physiotherapist

Laura has been a dedicated physiotherapist for over five years, beginning her career at Wollongong Hospital before moving to Sydney, where she broadened her skills in a private practice and community setting. In this time she obtained her certification as a Level 1 Strength and Conditioning coach. Additionally, she supported junior representative soccer teams in the St George area. Now based in the Illawarra, she is looking forward to supporting new patients.

Laura’s approach centers on enhancing her patients’ quality of life through understanding their goals and intentions and providing effective pain management, manual therapy, patient education, strength training, and personalised exercise programs. Her experience includes managing acute and chronic injuries, strength and endurance training, post-operative rehabilitation, falls prevention, and neurological rehabilitation for conditions including stroke and brain injury. She implements evidence-based treatments and utilises a holistic approach aimed at empowering individuals with injury management and prevention.

In her free time, Laura can be found hiking up mountains, writing music, playing soccer, or training for the occasional triathlon or running event.

Ms. Paige Fittler

Physiotherapist

Paige graduated from the University of Canberra. She is committed to providing specialised care that supports individuals in maintaining strength, mobility, and overall health, helping them overcome obstacles and achieve their personal health goals. Paige has a special interest in Jaw/ TMJ pain and hypermobility/ connective tissue conditions, such as EDS. Having lived experience, Paige understands the struggles of her patients first hand.

Paige is known for building a strong rapport with patients and has experience in both private and public sectors including musculoskeletal, neurological and rehab settings. 

Paige is committed to evidence-based practice, ensuring her patients receive the most optimal and up to date care to reach their full potential. Paige is dedicated in developing tailored treatment plans that are specific to each patient’s unique needs and goals through individualised rehabilitation and physiotherapy techniques. 

Outside of her work, Paige enjoys spending time at the beach, going for a run, or winding down with a movie and a bowl of popcorn.