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Aged Care Physiotherapy Illawarra

Supportive, Evidence-Based Physiotherapy for Older Adults

Aged Care Physiotherapy Services at Rx Physiotherapy

At Hustle Hut Health Physiotherapy, we proudly support older adults across the Illawarra, including Wollongong and Shellharbour, to stay active, independent, and confident in their daily lives. Our aged care physiotherapy services are designed to meet you where you are — whether at home or within the community — with care that prioritises safety, dignity, and long-term quality of life.

We work with Home Care Packages (HCP) to deliver personalised physiotherapy that supports mobility, balance, strength, and pain management, helping you move with confidence and continue doing the things that matter most to you.

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WHO THIS SERVICE IS FOR

This service is designed for older adults who want to continue living safely, confidently, and independently.

It may be suitable for people who:

  • Want to remain independent at home for as long as possible

  • Are concerned about balance, mobility, or risk of falls

  • Feel weaker, stiffer, or less confident with everyday movement

  • Are recovering from illness, surgery, or a recent hospital stay

  • Live with arthritis, osteoporosis, or ongoing pain

  • Feel unsure how to exercise safely or maintain strength

Our approach is supportive and practical, focusing on maintaining dignity, confidence, and quality of life at every stage.

Aged Care Physiotherapy – Illawarra

At Hustle Hut Health, we provide onsite physiotherapy for older adults in Wollongong, Shellharbour, and the wider Illawarra. Our programs focus on maintaining independence, improving mobility, and enhancing quality of life, with access to our fully equipped gym for functional strength and balance training.

Safe, Individualised Care

Every session is tailored to your abilities, goals, and health needs. Our physiotherapists design safe, effective programs that build strength, confidence, and mobility at a pace that feels achievable.

Confidence and Independence

Through targeted exercises and guided gym sessions, we help clients stay active, reduce the risk of falls, and maintain daily routines with greater ease.

Collaborative Support

We work closely with families and carers, providing guidance, progress updates, and advice to support independence beyond the clinic.

Better Quality of Life

Our goal is simple: help older adults stay strong, active, and confident. Whether recovering from injury, managing chronic conditions, or just wanting to stay active, our physiotherapy services provide the guidance and support needed for safe, long-term health.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?

Our aged care physiotherapy is delivered within a physio-led health and performance facility — not a busy clinic and not a generic program.

  • Appointments are not rushed or one-size-fits-all

  • We take time for a thorough assessment and clear explanations

  • Programs focus on strength, balance, and everyday mobility

  • Care is designed to support long-term independence, not short-term fixes

  • The environment is calm, welcoming, and non-clinical

We believe people feel more confident when they understand their body and feel supported at every step.

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Safe, Supported Strength Training — Right Next to Your Physio

One of the key ways we support ageing well is through safe, supervised strength training.

Our fully equipped gym is located directly outside our physiotherapy rooms. This allows a smooth and comfortable transition from physiotherapy treatment into strength and movement work, all within the same space and under professional guidance.

 

The machines we use reduce balance and stabilisation demands. This means you can strengthen important muscles without needing to support your full body weight or place unnecessary strain on joints.

The benefits include:

  • Safer strength training

  • Faster and more reliable strength improvements

  • Reduced joint strain

  • Increased confidence with movement

  • Lower risk of falls over time

 

All exercise is closely supervised, individualised to your ability, and progressed carefully. There is no intimidating gym culture — just a supportive, calm environment designed to help you feel capable and at ease.

Aged Care Package Funding

We accept Home Care Packages (HCP) and regularly work with:

  • Self-managed clients

  • Plan-managed clients

  • Providers and care coordinators

Physiotherapy is commonly funded under allied health supports within aged care packages. We are happy to help you understand your funding options and liaise with your care team to make the process as simple as possible.

 

There is no pressure — just clear guidance and support.

What Aged Care Physiotherapy May Include

Your physiotherapy program is tailored to your goals and needs and may include:

✔️ A comprehensive initial assessment

✔️ Strength training to support daily tasks like standing, walking, and stairs

✔️ Balance training and falls prevention

✔️ Improving walking confidence and endurance

✔️ Joint mobility and pain management

✔️ Education around safe movement and activity

✔️ Ongoing review and gentle progression as you improve

Everything is explained clearly, without jargon, so you feel informed and confident in your care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What areas do you service for aged care physiotherapy?

  • Wollongong

  • Shellharbour

  • Albion Park

  • Dapto

  • Kiama

  • Lake Illawarra

  • Warilla

  • Oak Flats

  • Unanderra

  • Corrimal

  • Thirroul

  • Surrounding Illawarra suburbs

All sessionsre delivered at an accessible, supportive facility in Lake Illawarra.

No. Many people attend aged care physiotherapy to maintain strength, improve balance, and stay confident with movement. Physiotherapy is just as much about prevention and independence as it is about managing pain.

Yes. Physiotherapy focuses on improving strength, balance, and walking confidence. These are key factors in reducing fall risk and helping you feel steadier in everyday situations.

Absolutely. Many of our clients are starting from a low or cautious baseline. We design programs that feel safe, achievable, and appropriate for your current ability, and progress only when you are ready.

Yes. We accept Home Care Packages and work with self-managed and plan-managed clients, as well as providers and care coordinators. Physiotherapy is commonly funded under allied health supports.

Yes. We are happy to help explain how physiotherapy fits within your package and can assist with navigating funding, invoices, and communication with your provider.

Your first appointment includes a thorough assessment of your strength, balance, mobility, and any concerns you may have. We take time to explain what we find and discuss a clear, personalised plan that supports your goals.

Yes. Our gym is designed to support safe, supervised strength training. Many machines reduce balance and stabilisation demands, allowing you to build strength without unnecessary strain or risk.

Yes. All exercise and strength work is closely supervised and tailored to your ability. Programs are progressed carefully and thoughtfully to ensure you feel safe and supported.

This varies depending on your goals, health, and preferences. Some people attend weekly, while others come less frequently. We will always discuss options with you and respect what feels manageable.

Yes. Physiotherapy can help improve joint mobility, muscle strength, and confidence with movement, while respecting the needs of arthritic joints and bone health.

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Dr. April Patterson

Physiotherapist

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Dr. April Patterson graduated from Bond University with a Doctor of Physiotherapy degree and founded RX Physiotherapy in 2019 with a vision to provide exceptional, personalised care. As a physiotherapist living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), hypermobility, and Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) issues, April brings a rare combination of personal insight and professional expertise to her practice. Her own experiences with these conditions fuel her passion for understanding and treating them, allowing her to empathise deeply with her patients and guide them with authenticity and compassion.

April has a huge passion for in EDS, Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD), and TMJ dysfunction, while also treating all joints and musculoskeletal conditions. She personally conducts initial assessments to understand each patient’s story, goals, and challenges before referring them to her highly skilled team for ongoing care. Her holistic, evidence-based approach blends manual therapy, strength and conditioning, pain management, and education to help clients regain function, confidence, and independence.

As Managing Director, April maintains the highest standard of care through weekly team sessions to review progress, provide guidance, and support professional development. This ensures that every patient receives structured, personalised care, while allowing her to focus on leadership, strategy, and advancing the clinic’s mission.

Outside the clinic, April enjoys hitting the gym, cooking, and spending quality time with her partner, her two dachshunds and two cats.

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Ms. Laura Flemming

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Laura is a senior physiotherapist with six years of experience across hospital, private practice, community, and sports settings. She began her career at Wollongong Hospital before moving to Sydney, where she expanded her skills in musculoskeletal rehab, neurological rehab, and community-based care. During this time she became a Level 1 Strength and Conditioning Coach and worked with junior representative soccer teams in the St George region. Now back in the Illawarra, she’s excited to support her local community again.

Laura’s approach is grounded in understanding the individual—what they value, what they hope to achieve, and how their condition impacts their life. She focuses on meaningful outcomes through a blend of manual therapy, strength training, pain management, patient education, and personalised rehabilitation programs. Her experience spans acute and chronic injuries, post-operative rehab, strength and endurance training, falls prevention, and neurological conditions including stroke and brain injury.

She has a strong interest in working with people with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD), and she brings extensive experience supporting participants within the NDIS. She also specialises in treating TMJ/jaw dysfunction, helping clients reduce pain, improve mobility, and address the muscular and biomechanical factors contributing to their symptoms. Her calm, collaborative style helps clients feel understood, supported, and confident navigating long-term conditions.

Outside the clinic, you’ll find Laura hiking up mountains, writing music, playing soccer, or training for the occasional triathlon or running event.

Whether you’re managing pain, recovering from an injury, or navigating a complex condition like EDS, HSD, or TMJ dysfunction, Laura can help with all joints and musculoskeletal concerns, guiding you with structure, clarity, and genuine care.

Mr. Trent Cooksley

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Trent is a physiotherapist who genuinely cares about people — the kind who listens properly, meets you where you’re at, and helps you feel comfortable from the moment you walk in. He has that big brother energy; calm, thoughtful, easy to talk to, and always looking out for you. His focus is simple — helping you move better, feel stronger, and get back to the things that matter to you, whether that’s training, sport, work, or living life without pain.

He treats a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including shoulder, knee, lower back, neck, and ankle injuries, and works with people of all ages and activity levels. Trent’s approach is hands-on, structured, and tailored to the individual. He’s not about quick fixes or generic programs — he takes the time to understand your body, your goals, and what’s been holding you back, then builds a clear plan to help you move forward with confidence.

Born and raised in Wollongong, Trent grew up immersed in sport. He played soccer with the Woonona Sharks and was involved in everything from tennis and golf to swimming, footy, cricket, and AFL. As a teenager, golf became his focus, earning him a place in the IAS Golf Program and later a college golf scholarship in Abilene, Texas. Experiencing injuries firsthand — and seeing how physiotherapy restored his performance — shaped the way he now supports others through injury, rehab, and long-term recovery.

Outside the clinic, Trent is easygoing, down-to-earth, and approachable. You’ll find him on the golf course, in the surf, or catching up with friends. That same calm, supportive energy carries into his sessions, helping clients feel at ease, understood, and supported every step of the way.

If you’re dealing with pain, injury, or ongoing frustration with your body, Trent is someone you can trust to have your back — and help you move with clarity, confidence, and strength again.

Ms. Emily Yorkston

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Emily is a senior physiotherapist with extensive experience across musculoskeletal, neurological, orthopaedic, women’s health, and paediatric physiotherapy. She has worked in a wide range of clinical settings, including rural outreach programs and allied health leadership roles, which have shaped her holistic, collaborative, and genuinely client-centred approach to care.

Emily is a highly empathetic physiotherapist with lived experience of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), giving her a rare and deeply personal understanding of the physical, emotional, and day-to-day challenges faced by people living with complex and chronic conditions. She has a strong clinical interest in hypermobility (HSD, EDS), TMJ and jaw dysfunction and women’s health, and has completed APA Women’s Health Level 1 training. Emily is skilled in assessing and treating all joints and a broad range of musculoskeletal presentations, from everyday pain to complex, multi-system conditions.

She is passionate about helping clients achieve meaningful, sustainable, long-term outcomes. Emily combines personalised rehab programs, hands-on manual therapy, and targeted rehabilitation strategies to improve function, build confidence, and restore independence. Her care is structured, evidence-based, and highly individualised, ensuring every client feels informed, supported, and actively involved in their recovery.

Outside the clinic, Emily enjoys travelling and exploring new experiences, bringing fresh perspective and energy back into her work. She is known for her warm, calm, and motivating style, helping clients feel safe, understood, and empowered throughout their rehabilitation journey.

If you’re living with pain, recovering from injury, or navigating a complex condition such as EDS, HSD, TMJ dysfunction, women’s health concerns, or any musculoskeletal issue, you don’t have to do it alone. Book an appointment with Emily today to receive thoughtful, personalised care and take the next step toward moving with greater comfort, confidence, and trust in your body again.

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Mr Reece Nikitaras

Physiotherapist

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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.