The QPG Journal

Insights & Resources

Evidence-based advice from our Gold Coast physiotherapy team — what we tell our patients, written down.

Sports Performance

5 Common Running Injuries and How Physiotherapy Can Help

From runner's knee to plantar fasciitis — learn how evidence-based physiotherapy can get you back on track.

Joshua McKenzie15 Mar 20267 min read

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Health & Wellness

Understanding Lower Back Pain: Causes, Prevention & Treatment

Lower back pain affects 80% of Australians at some point. Discover what causes it and how physiotherapy provides lasting relief.

Travis Drummond1 Mar 20268 min read

Rehabilitation

What to Expect After Knee or Hip Replacement Surgery

A week-by-week guide to your rehabilitation journey after joint replacement — from hospital discharge to full recovery.

Joshua McKenzie15 Feb 20269 min read

Health & Wellness

How NDIS Physiotherapy Supports Independence and Mobility

Explore how NDIS-funded physiotherapy helps participants build capacity, improve mobility, and achieve their personal goals.

Travis Drummond1 Feb 20266 min read

Rehabilitation

The Benefits of Hydrotherapy for Joint Pain and Recovery

Warm water, reduced gravity, and guided exercise — why hydrotherapy is one of the most effective tools for managing joint pain.

Travis Drummond15 Jan 20266 min read

Injury & Recovery

Pre & Post Operative Physiotherapy: Gold Coast Recovery Guide

How physiotherapy before and after surgery improves outcomes, accelerates healing, and helps Gold Coast residents return to their active lifestyle.

QPG Team19 Dec 20249 min read

Pain Management

Chronic Neck & Shoulder Pain Relief on the Gold Coast: How Physiotherapy Can Help

Expert Gold Coast physiotherapy can tackle the root causes of persistent neck and shoulder pain and get you back to the activities you love.

QPG Team17 Dec 20246 min read

Injury & Recovery

Gold Coast Knee Pain Relief: Restore Your Active Lifestyle

From runner's knee to osteoarthritis — discover how evidence-based physiotherapy addresses the root causes of knee pain and keeps Gold Coast residents moving.

QPG Team12 Dec 20245 min read

Injury & Recovery

Hip Pain on the Gold Coast: Effective Physio Solutions

Explore common hip conditions affecting Gold Coast residents, how physiotherapy assesses them, and the treatments that restore lasting mobility.

QPG Team11 Dec 20244 min read

Sports Performance

Preventing Shoulder Injuries: Expert Tips for Gold Coast Athletes

From surfers to swimmers to tennis players, this guide covers the most common shoulder injuries, early warning signs, and evidence-based prevention strategies.

QPG Team10 Dec 20246 min read

Pain Management

Jaw Pain on the Gold Coast: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Managing, and Overcoming TMD

A deep-dive into temporomandibular disorder causes, self-assessment tools, immediate relief techniques, and how physiotherapy transforms jaw pain recovery.

QPG Team9 Dec 20246 min read

Senior Health

Active Aging on the Gold Coast: A Physiotherapist's Guide to Maintaining Strength and Mobility (2025)

Evidence-based strategies from Queensland Physio Group to help Gold Coast seniors stay strong, mobile, and independent.

QPG Team2 Nov 202413 min read

Health & Wellness

The Definitive Guide to Office Ergonomics: Transform Your Workspace and Prevent Pain

Simple, evidence-based workspace changes Gold Coast professionals can make today to prevent chronic musculoskeletal pain before it develops.

QPG Team30 Oct 202410 min read

Sports Performance

Runner's Guide: Injury Prevention & Peak Performance on the Gold Coast

An actionable physiotherapy guide for Gold Coast runners covering injury recognition, prevention strategies, strength training, and when to seek expert help.

QPG Team30 Oct 202410 min read

Senior Health

Physiotherapy for Older Adults: Maintaining Mobility on the Gold Coast

A practical guide for Gold Coast seniors on using physiotherapy to maintain independence, manage age-related conditions, and improve quality of life.

QPG Team15 Oct 20247 min read

Sports Performance

Sports Injuries on the Gold Coast: A Comprehensive Guide for Athletes

Learn how to prevent, treat, and recover from the most common sports injuries with expert insights from Gold Coast physiotherapists.

QPG Team14 Oct 20245 min read

Pain Management

Proactive Guide to Lower Back Pain Relief

Discover how to overcome lower back pain and reclaim your active lifestyle on the Gold Coast with expert physiotherapy guidance.

QPG Team11 Oct 20249 min read

Health & Wellness

The Healing Power of Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy uses warm water to relax muscles, boost circulation, and reduce stress and pain — a simple, effective path to recovery.

QPG Team31 Oct 20232 min read

Health & Wellness

The Ultimate Sleep Solution for Sleep Apnea

QPG has partnered with ResMed to offer the AirSense11 — a smart, non-invasive sleep apnea system available in clinic at a special launch price.

QPG Team31 Oct 20232 min read

Sports Performance

Alcohol and Sports Injuries

A few post-game drinks after a minor sprain can turn a one-week recovery into four or five weeks — here's the physiology behind why.

QPG Team18 Apr 20232 min read

Injury & Recovery

Calf Strains

Gastrocnemius and soleus strains require very different rehabilitation — accurate diagnosis is the key to avoiding re-injury.

QPG Team18 Apr 20232 min read

Senior Health

Falls prevention. It's important to get the 'Balance' right.

30% of people over 65 fall each year — understanding the three balance systems and how exercise reduces risk can keep you upright and independent.

QPG Team18 Apr 20232 min read

Sports Performance

Hydration for Endurance Sports

Learn why proper hydration is a controllable performance lever for endurance athletes, and four practical tips to build your hydration plan.

QPG Team18 Apr 20233 min read

Injury & Recovery

ITB Syndrome

Understand the causes, symptoms, and physiotherapy treatment of Iliotibial Band Syndrome — a common overuse injury in runners and cyclists.

QPG Team18 Apr 20233 min read

Health & Wellness

Love to Binge watch? Could it be leading to Back Pain?

Slumping while binge-watching in bed strains your spine and muscles — here are six simple tips to protect your back and neck.

QPG Team18 Apr 20231 min read

Pain Management

My Neck's Out

Common misconceptions about neck manipulation explained — what the popping noise really means, the genuine risks, and how to maintain your own spinal health.

QPG Team18 Apr 20232 min read

Injury & Recovery

Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis — often called a heel spur — is a common overuse condition of the foot that responds well to early, targeted treatment.

QPG Team18 Apr 20231 min read

Injury & Recovery

Pro Ice Treatment

Pro Ice combines compression and cooling in a single unit to rapidly reduce swelling and pain after acute injuries, helping you return to the field sooner.

QPG Team18 Apr 20231 min read

Injury & Recovery

Vertigo (BPPV)

BPPV is the most common cause of vertigo — dislodged inner-ear crystals treated effectively with the Epley manoeuvre by a trained physiotherapist.

QPG Team18 Apr 20232 min read

Sports Performance

Warming Up & Cooling Down

Proper warm-up and cool-down routines are essential for injury prevention and recovery — here is a practical example for athletes at every level.

QPG Team18 Apr 20233 min read

Injury & Recovery

Dry Needling

Dry needling uses fine sterile needles to release trigger points and relieve pain — here's how it differs from acupuncture and what to expect.

QPG Team23 Nov 20221 min read

Injury & Recovery

Severs Disease

Severs disease is a common growth-plate condition causing heel and calf pain in junior athletes aged 8–12, often triggered by changes in footwear.

QPG Team23 Nov 20222 min read

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