RX Physiotherapy

Book Online
(+61) 423 252 749

Pain Management

Pain Management and Injury Rehabilitation

At Rx Physiotherapy, we understand that pain is not just a symptom but an experience that can significantly impact every aspect of your life. Our approach to pain management and injury rehabilitation is comprehensive, aiming not only to alleviate your pain but also to address its root cause, facilitating a full recovery and enhancing your overall quality of life.

Book Online
(+61) 423 252 749
Pain Management and Injury Rehabilitation at Rx Physiotherapy Wollongong

A Comprehensive Assessment

Your journey towards recovery begins with a detailed assessment to understand the nature of your pain or injury. This involves examining the affected area, understanding the events leading to your condition, and evaluating your overall physical health. By gathering this information, we can develop a Comprehensive understanding of your situation, which is crucial for creating an effective treatment plan.

Tailored Treatment Plans

Recognising that every individual’s pain and rehabilitation needs are unique, we tailor our treatment plans to suit your specific requirements. Our therapeutic strategies may include a combination of manual therapy, exercise rehabilitation, electrotherapy, and other non-invasive treatments. We focus on techniques that are evidence-based and proven to be effective in managing pain and facilitating recovery.

Proficiency in Rehabilitation

Our team of physiotherapists brings extensive knowledge in injury rehabilitation, including post-surgery recovery, sports injuries, and rehabilitation after traumatic incidents. We utilise the latest research and techniques in physiotherapy to ensure you receive the most up-to-date and beneficial care possible. Our goal is to not only expedite your recovery process but also to prevent future injuries by strengthening your body and enhancing its resilience.

Pain Management Strategies

Understanding that managing pain is a critical component of the rehabilitation process, we offer various pain management strategies tailored to your needs. These may include education on pain science, teaching self-management techniques, and providing guidance on lifestyle adjustments that can help reduce pain levels. We aim to empower you with the knowledge and tools needed to take control of your pain, improving your ability to manage it effectively.

Supportive and Encouraging Environment

Recovery from injury or surgery can be a challenging journey, which is why we provide a supportive and encouraging environment for all our clients. Our physiotherapists are not only your healthcare providers but also your partners in recovery, offering constant support, motivation, and reassurance throughout your rehabilitation process.

Comprehensive Approach to Well-being

Beyond physical recovery, we understand the importance of your overall well-being. Our Comprehensive approach to treatment encompasses not just physical rehabilitation but also considerations for your mental and emotional health. We believe that a positive outlook and mental resilience are crucial components of a successful recovery.

Empowering You for the Future

Our aim at Rx Physiotherapy is not just to help you recover from your current pain or injury but to empower you with the understanding and resources to maintain your health and prevent future issues. Through education, personalised exercise programs, and lifestyle advice, we equip you with the tools needed to lead a healthy, active life.

By focusing on both the alleviation of pain and the facilitation of recovery, Rx Physiotherapy approach to Pain Management and Injury Rehabilitation is designed to support your journey back to full health and vitality. If you have specific preferences or additional details you’d like included in this section, please let me know.

Book Your Appointment Now
April-Patterson-rx-physiotherapy.png
Dr. April Patterson

Physiotherapist

Book Online

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.

profile-photo
Ms. Laura Flemming

Physiotherapist

Book Online

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

Physiotherapist

Book Online

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

Physiotherapist

Book Online

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.

Mr-Reece-Nikitaras.png
Mr Reece Nikitaras

Physiotherapist

Book Online

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.