Osteoporosis Physio Sydney

Osteoporosis physio is a specialised form of physiotherapy designed to help people with low bone density build strength, improve balance, and reduce their risk of fractures. It focuses on safe, targeted exercises like strength training, weight-bearing activities, and balance work. A physiotherapist will tailor a program to your specific needs, helping you maintain mobility, protect your bones, and stay active and independent for longer.

Absolutely. Physiotherapy helps strengthen bones and muscles, improve balance, correct posture, and reduce your risk of falls, all of which are crucial for living well with osteoporosis.

The number of physiotherapy sessions for osteoporosis varies depending on your bone health, goals, and starting fitness level. Many people benefit from an initial assessment followed by weekly or fortnightly sessions over several months. Ongoing supervision — especially for strength and balance training — helps ensure exercises are performed safely and effectively. Your physiotherapist will recommend a plan tailored to your needs, often combining supervised sessions with a home program for the best results.

Yes, strength training is not only safe but highly recommended when properly supervised. It helps build muscle mass and improve bone health without placing unsafe strain on fragile bones.

While osteopaenia may not be fully reversed, targeted exercise, dietary improvements, and medical treatment can slow or even improve bone loss and reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis.

Regular strength and weight-bearing exercise, a calcium- and vitamin D-rich diet, avoiding smoking, moderating alcohol intake, and fall-proofing your home environment can all help manage osteoporosis.

Walking is beneficial for general health but is usually not intense enough to stimulate significant new bone growth. Higher-impact and strength-based exercises are more effective for bone density.

DEXA scans are generally recommended every two years to monitor bone density and guide treatment decisions, unless advised otherwise by your doctor.

No, you can book in directly to see a Physiotherapist or Exercise Physiologist without a Doctor’s referral. 

You do however need a referral from a medical practitioner when: 

• You have been injured at work and your case is being managed by Workcover 
• Your treatment is covered by Veterans Affairs (DVA) 
• You are claiming your treatment expenses through a 3rd party claim 

Your physiotherapist is also able to refer you on to other medical and allied health professionals where appropriate 

If you have private health cover and subscribe to the “extras” cover, you may be eligible to claim part of your treatment fee. There are many different schemes and you are best advised to check your level of cover with your insurer.  Most health funds are online with HICAPS, which allows you to claim your health fund rebate immediately at our clinic, leaving only the gap for you to pay. You will need to bring your health fund card with you. 

Yes, in some cases. Medicare now offers chronic disease management referred to as Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) plans, for people with chronic conditions. This allows for a Medicare rebate, for up to 5 physio or exercise physiology treatments a year. You must be referred by your GP and you need to bring your Medicare card with you.  If you have any queries regarding this service, please don’t hesitate to speak with our staff or discuss your eligibility with your GP.

Following a comprehensive assessment, including functional testing and physical examination, we shall establish a preliminary diagnosis and discuss your treatment options and expected outcomes with you.

Treatment may involve different options for relieving pain, restoring function, flexibility and strength.

You will learn techniques to use at home to manage your problem, which may include preventative measures and exercise.

During your consultation, please feel free to ask ass any questions as you wish. A good understanding of your condition is important for your recovery. This includes your likely recovery time, number of sessions required and future exercise advice.

We may liaise with others involved in your care., If applicable, we shall also refer you onto other health professionals to play a role in your recovery.

You are welcome to wear whatever you are most comfortable in. For Exercise sessions and classes, please wear exercise clothes and a pair of socks, making sure you able to move freely 

Please bring along any doctor’s referral letters, scan or x-ray results and your private health insurance card so you can claim for your treatment on the spot. 

Your Physiotherapist will complete a thorough assessment of your complaint and then provide you with a preliminary diagnosis and appropriate treatments based on their findings. This will generally consist of some hands-on treatment, advice and often you will receive some exercises to do at home. Your Physiotherapist will also discuss with you their plan for management which will include likely recovery time, number of sessions required and future exercise advice. 

We accept cash, EFTPOS, VISA and MasterCard. If you bring your private health insurance card with you, we can process an on-the-spot claim via our HICAPS terminal and you will then only need to pay the gap fee.

Yes. Physiotherapists can refer patients directly for MRI scans, provided they have completed the appropriate training and accreditation. Your physiotherapist will determine if an MRI is necessary based on your assessment and condition.

Yes. Physiotherapists can provide medical certificates (sick notes) for issues related to musculoskeletal or physical health concerns. These certificates can cover time off work, recommendations for modified duties, or clearance for returning to regular activities.

We accept referrals for Compulsory Third-Party Insurance claims. Once you have seen your GP and received a claim number, we are able to send any invoices directly to the insurer. If you need to start treatment before you have a claim number, we shall ask you to cover the cost of the treatment and claim from the insurer later. 

You can cancel and re-schedule by calling our rooms on 9810 2203. For after hours, we have an answering machine service for you to leave a message. Our receptionist will contact you shortly after it is received to confirm cancellation or to help you re-schedule.

We request that if you are unable to make a consultation or class that you let us know at least 24 hours prior to your appointment so that someone else can use your treatment time.

We have a cancellation fee policy for late cancellations or missed appointments.

This practice takes great care to ensure that our information records are accurate and are treated with full regard to the privacy of our patients. We only collect information from our patients that is necessary for good health care and aim to ensure that any information we hold is accurate, complete and up-to-date.

The health information we hold helps us provide our patients with the best possible health care, and is disclosed only to others involved in your treatment, such as your doctor. If we need to disclose information about you to people other than those associated with your treatment, we will seek your permission first.

Occasionally we may be involved in research on health issues. If any data from this practice is used in research, it will not include information which identifies our patients.

This practice is bound by the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000, and operates in accordance with the Code of Conduct of the Australian Physiotherapy Association. If you would like to discuss any aspects of our privacy policy, or review your health records, please advise your treating Physiotherapist or Exercise Physiologist.