The Physio Studio Hunter Valley

The Physio Studio Hunter Valley We offer patients the best in evidence based, modern physiotherapy in our newly developed facility

Knights young gun Francis Manuleleua returned to play over the weekend in the Knights’ elimination final, just 12 days a...
14/09/2026

Knights young gun Francis Manuleleua returned to play over the weekend in the Knights’ elimination final, just 12 days after sustaining an elbow dislocation.

Fortunately, Manuleleua avoided any associated fractures, allowing him to undertake an intensive rehabilitation program focused on restoring proprioception, joint stability, strength and overall function to baseline levels.

While returning to play so soon following an elbow dislocation carries an increased risk of re-dislocation, a targeted and progressive rehabilitation approach allowed Manuleleua to successfully restore the required strength, stability and function to return to the field in time for the Knights’ must-win finals clash.

PhysioStudio: We’ll get you back to what you’d rather be doing!

📍2 Poynton Pl, Thornton
📍2 Verdant Dr, East Maitland
📞 (02) 49662772
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.physiostudio.com.au

📚Journal ClubThis week's journal club is exploring osteoarthritis pain beyond just structural issues, providing insight ...
09/09/2026

📚Journal Club

This week's journal club is exploring osteoarthritis pain beyond just structural issues, providing insight into patients' pain drivers and functional limitations, rather than relying on imaging alone.

PhysioStudio: We’ll get you back to what you’d rather be doing!

📍2 Poynton Pl, Thornton
📍2 Verdant Dr, East Maitland
📞 (02) 49662772
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.physiostudio.com.au

Local Woodberry product and Broncos, soon to be Souths, NRL powerhouse Payne Haas is set to undergo surgery next week to...
07/09/2026

Local Woodberry product and Broncos, soon to be Souths, NRL powerhouse Payne Haas is set to undergo surgery next week to “straighten out” two fingers on his left hand.

While the exact injury hasn't been confirmed publicly, the appearance sounds potentially consistent with a boutonnière deformity. This can occur when the central slip of the finger extensor tendon is injured, causing the middle joint of the finger to become progressively stuck in a bent position, with the fingertip joint becoming more extended.

These injuries can sometimes be managed without surgery when treated early, but an established deformity may require surgery to restore alignment and function.

Haas has reportedly played through the problem for much of the season, but unfortunately the timing means he is expected to miss the Rugby League World Cup with Samoa later this year.

The positive? He should have the opportunity to get the hand sorted and head into 2027 fit and ready for his move to the South Sydney Rabbitohs.

PhysioStudio: We’ll get you back to what you’d rather be doing!

📍2 Poynton Pl, Thornton
📍2 Verdant Dr, East Maitland
📞 (02) 49662772
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.physiostudio.com.au

Our physio’s and EP’s practicing what they preach!!💪🏼 In last week’s inservice, Bailey took us through the elements ...
06/09/2026

Our physio’s and EP’s practicing what they preach!!💪🏼 In last week’s inservice, Bailey took us through the elements of olympic lifting and how to guide a patient population through these movements with queuing and education.

PhysioStudio: We’ll get you back to what you’d rather be doing!

📍2 Poynton Pl, Thornton
📍2 Verdant Dr, East Maitland
📞 (02) 49662772
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.physiostudio.com.au

02/09/2026

Meet our bubbly receptionist, Sam!🧚‍♂️

PhysioStudio: We’ll get you back to what you’d rather be doing!

📍2 Poynton Pl, Thornton
📍2 Verdant Dr, East Maitland
📞 (02) 49662772
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.physiostudio.com.au

📚Journal ClubThis week’s Journal Club, Sienna explores how high-intensity impact and strength training can support bone ...
02/09/2026

📚Journal Club

This week’s Journal Club, Sienna explores how high-intensity impact and strength training can support bone health and produce small but significant improvements in bone mineral density in postmenopausal women.

PhysioStudio: We’ll get you back to what you’d rather be doing!

📍2 Poynton Pl, Thornton
📍2 Verdant Dr, East Maitland
📞 (02) 49662772
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.physiostudio.com.au

Sydney Roosters halfback Sam Walker has suffered a high-grade syndesmosis injury, commonly known as a “high ankle sprain...
01/09/2026

Sydney Roosters halfback Sam Walker has suffered a high-grade syndesmosis injury, commonly known as a “high ankle sprain”.

🔹 Injury to the ligaments connecting the distal tibia and fibula, which help stabilise the ankle. They are typically caused by excessive external rotation and/or forced dorsiflexion of the ankle — mechanisms commonly seen in contact sports.
🔹 Pain is often felt above the ankle joint, with symptoms reproduced by external rotation, dorsiflexion and weight-bearing. Clinical tests such as the squeeze test and external rotation stress test can assist assessment, with imaging used when a high-grade injury is suspected.
🔹 Initial physiotherapy management focuses on protecting the injury, reducing pain and swelling, maintaining appropriate ankle ROM and gradually restoring weight-bearing capacity. Depending on severity, this may involve a boot, crutches and restricted loading.
🔹 Return to play is typically around 6–8 weeks for lower-grade injuries, while high-grade injuries requiring surgery can take 10–16+ weeks, depending on healing, stability and progression through running and contact-based rehabilitation.
🔹 Low-grade, stable injuries can often be managed conservatively, while high-grade or unstable syndesmosis injuries may require surgical fixation. Return to sport is generally slower than a typical lateral ankle sprain.

PhysioStudio: We’ll get you back to what you’d rather be doing!

📍2 Poynton Pl, Thornton
📍2 Verdant Dr, East Maitland
📞 (02) 49662772
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.physiostudio.com.au

📚Journal ClubThis week, Amelia looked at an RCT comparing manual therapy with neck-specific exercise for chronic neck pa...
26/08/2026

📚Journal Club

This week, Amelia looked at an RCT comparing manual therapy with neck-specific exercise for chronic neck pain.

PhysioStudio: We’ll get you back to what you’d rather be doing!

📍2 Poynton Pl, Thornton
📍2 Verdant Dr, East Maitland
📞 (02) 49662772
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.physiostudio.com.au

19/08/2026

Listen as our team answers some of your most frequently asked questions and explains how we can help!

P.S. Can you spot Nicholas Rib Cage?? Our little skeleton friend might be popping up in our upcoming posts. Tell us if you see him!

PhysioStudio: We’ll get you back to what you’d rather be doing!

📍2 Poynton Pl, Thornton
📍2 Verdant Dr, East Maitland
📞 (02) 49662772
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.physiostudio.com.au

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2 Verdant Drive (corner Of Molly Morgan Dr)
East Maitland, NSW
2323

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Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 6pm
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