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Knee Injury Treatment

Knee Injury Treatment at Rx Physiotherapy

At Rx Physiotherapy, we recognise the knee as one of the most crucial joints in the body, integral to supporting your weight and facilitating movement. Knee injuries, whether acute or chronic, can significantly hinder your mobility and quality of life. Our clinic is dedicated to offering focused knee injury treatment, employing a comprehensive approach to alleviate pain, restore function, and prevent future injuries.

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Personalised Approach to Knee Injury Recovery

Our treatment process begins with a thorough assessment to understand the specifics of your knee injury, encompassing any underlying conditions, the severity of the injury, and how it affects your daily life. This enables us to tailor a treatment plan that addresses your unique needs, ensuring the most effective recovery path.

Proficiency in Managing Knee Conditions

Our team at Rx Physiotherapy possesses in-depth knowledge in diagnosing and treating a wide range of knee conditions. With a commitment to ongoing professional development, we utilise the latest research and treatment techniques to provide you with the highest standard of care.

A Holistic Treatment Strategy

We adopt a multifaceted approach to knee injury treatment, incorporating manual therapy to enhance joint mobility, targeted exercises to strengthen the muscles supporting the knee, and pain management strategies to improve your comfort. Education on injury prevention and activity modification also plays a crucial role, helping you to protect your knees and maintain long-term joint health.

Empowering Through Education

Understanding your knee condition is a powerful aspect of your recovery. We dedicate time to explain the details of your diagnosis and treatment, empowering you with knowledge to take an active role in your rehabilitation and make informed choices about your health and activities.

Support Beyond the Clinic

Recovery from a knee injury is a journey that extends beyond our clinic. We provide ongoing support, offering resources, exercises, and advice that can be integrated into your daily routines, aiming to improve your condition and prevent the recurrence of injuries.

Fostering a Community of Recovery

The support of others who have experienced similar challenges can be incredibly beneficial. At Rx Physiotherapy, we encourage our patients to connect, share their experiences, and offer support to one another, creating a community that fosters healing and recovery.

Choosing a Future Free from Knee Pain

Opting for knee injury treatment at Rx Physiotherapy means selecting a partner committed to your recovery and well-being. With our focused approach, informed care, and comprehensive support, we are dedicated to helping you return to your pre-injury activities and enjoy a life free from knee pain.


Let us support you on your journey to recovery and beyond, with compassionate care and focused knowledge every step of the way.

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Dr. April Patterson

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Dr. April Patterson

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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

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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.

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Ms. Laura Flemming

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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

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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 hyper-mobility/ 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. 


Ms. Emily Yorkston

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Emily graduated at the end of 2020 and began her career in Orange, NSW, where she gained broad experience in musculoskeletal, neurological, orthopaedic, and paediatric physiotherapy. 

She developed a strong foundation in client-centred care through outreach work in rural communities and leading allied health teams. 

Emily has a particular passion for hypermobility (HSD, EDS ect), Jaw/TMJ dysfunction, and sports rehabilitation. 

She loves working with clients on long-term goals, guiding them through strength and conditioning programs that restore both function and confidence. 

After time spent travelling and expanding her life experience, Emily returns to physiotherapy with fresh energy, a deep commitment to ongoing learning, and a collaborative, team-focused approach.