3a/352 South Street O’Connor WA 6163 | (08) 93376460
At Next Wave Therapy, we specialise in providing effective physio for shoulder pain in Perth.
Our team of experienced physiotherapists is dedicated to helping you manage your pain, restore your mobility, and improve your quality of life. Whether you’re dealing with a recent injury or chronic discomfort, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Conveniently located in the City of Fremantle, our clinic offers personalised treatment plans tailored to your specific needs. To schedule an appointment, click the button below to use our online booking system, or call us at 08 9337 6460.
Our specialist musculoskeletal physiotherapist, Dr. Jonathan Wray (one of only a few in Perth) has undergone additional training that allows him to assess, diagnose, and treat shoulder injuries at the highest level.
Jonathan specialises in shoulder pain and provides expert care for conditions affecting the muscles, joints, bones, and nerves of the shoulder. His advanced training ensures you receive high-level treatment tailored to your specific needs.
Treatments often include hands-on techniques such as massage, exercise prescription, joint mobilisation, and manipulation; all aimed at alleviating shoulder pain and restoring optimal function.
A speciality at our Perth clinic is manipulative physiotherapy, which concerns the management and treatment of shoulder joint conditions.
We address issues like frozen shoulder, joint stiffness, and restricted movement.
Treatment involves a range of hands-on therapies, including high-velocity thrusts to manipulate stiff joints, aiding your recovery and restoring full movement in the shoulder.
Our sports physiotherapy services include the diagnosis, assessment, management, treatment, and prevention of sports-related shoulder injuries.
Common injuries treated at our clinic include rotator cuff injuries, dislocations, labral tears, and overuse injuries.
Our physiotherapists have a special interest in shoulder injuries frequently suffered by athletes in sports like swimming, tennis, rugby, and weightlifting.
Treatment focuses on relieving pain, maximising functionality, and preventing recurrence through tailored rehabilitation programmes.
We also offer postoperative rehabilitation for patients recovering from shoulder surgeries such as rotator cuff repairs, shoulder decompressions, or stabilisation procedures.
We develop customised rehabilitation plans tailored to your specific needs, with the goal of speeding up your safe recovery post-surgery.
Our focus is on restoring your shoulder mobility, strength, and overall function.
Dry needling is another effective therapy we provide, combining classical Japanese acupuncture with modern techniques to treat a wide range of shoulder-related conditions.
This therapy involves inserting exceptionally fine, stainless steel needles into trigger points along your shoulder muscles and tissues to reduce pain and improve movement and functionality.
Conditions such as muscle strains, tendinopathy, and chronic shoulder pain respond well to this therapy.
For those recovering from a shoulder injury or surgery, or looking to improve shoulder health, we offer customised exercise rehabilitation programmes.
Designed to strengthen shoulder muscles, improve flexibility, and enhance stability, these programmes range from resistance training to functional exercises, promoting a strong, energised, and healthy shoulder.
Shoulder physiotherapy focuses on diagnosing and treating issues related to the shoulder joint, muscles, and surrounding structures. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, surgery, or experiencing ongoing discomfort, shoulder physiotherapy uses a combination of manual therapy, targeted exercises, and education to restore movement, reduce pain, and improve strength. At Next Wave Therapy, we create personalised treatment plans designed to help you regain mobility and return to your daily activities with confidence.
Your initial consultation includes a thorough evaluation, where we take a detailed history and perform a physical assessment. We then provide a clear diagnosis and commence hands-on treatment. Additionally, you’ll receive a comprehensive management plan with prescribed exercises and advice on the recommended frequency and duration of your treatment.
For psychological therapy, we start with a comprehensive evaluation, including a detailed history and mental health assessment. Following this, we provide a clear diagnosis. You’ll also receive a thorough management plan, including guidance on the recommended frequency and duration of your treatment.
Your second consultation, scheduled shortly after the initial visit, allows for feedback and questions. We perform a streamlined re-evaluation through a physical assessment, helping you to see the benefits of the treatment. Subsequent consultations are designed to support your recovery and achieve optimal outcomes for your pain or injury.
For psychological therapy, the second consultation, also scheduled shortly after the initial visit, offers a chance for feedback and questions. A streamlined re-evaluation is conducted, allowing you to experience the benefits of the treatment. Subsequent consultations focus on supporting your recovery and achieving the best outcomes for your mental health.
Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice or non-attendance are billed at 50% of the consult fee and do not qualify for a rebate.
A doctor’s referral is generally not required unless your condition is associated with Workers Compensation, Motor Vehicle Injury, Veterans Affairs, or a Medicare Mental Health Care plan. In most cases, you can directly schedule an appointment since all our physiotherapists are primary contact practitioners capable of providing comprehensive care without a referral.
To access physiotherapy services through Medicare, you must have a referral from your GP under the Chronic Disease Management Plan, often referred to as an Enhanced Primary Care Plan (EPC). This plan is necessary for Medicare coverage when seeing a physiotherapist.
To access occupational therapy services through Medicare, you must have a referral from your GP under the Chronic Disease Management Plan (EPC) or a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP). This plan is necessary for Medicare coverage when seeing an occupational therapist. For more information on eligibility and how to claim, refer to our schedule of fees explaining how Medicare can be used for occupational therapy.
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