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Effective management of bone and joint injuries often requires the use of casts or braces to stabilise and protect the affected area. At Macquarie Physiotherapy, we offer expert casting and bracing services designed to speed your recovery.
Whether you’ve suffered a fracture, sprain, or dislocation, our team of physiotherapists will carefully assess your injury and determine the most suitable treatment plan. Our expertise extends to waterproof casts, providing greater convenience and flexibility during your recovery.
Trust our experienced physiotherapists to provide the highest level of care and support throughout your healing journey.
When to Consider Casting and Bracing
Casting and bracing are essential tools in managing a variety of bone and joint injuries. If you’ve experienced a fracture, sprain, or other soft tissue injury, you may benefit from these treatments.
By immobilising the affected area, casts and braces help reduce pain, swelling, and muscle spasms, allowing optimal healing and recovery. They also provide crucial support and stability to the injured area, facilitating the restoration of normal function.
The decision to use a cast or brace will depend on the specific nature of your injury. Factors such as the type of fracture, its location, and the severity of the injury will be carefully considered by your healthcare provider to determine the most appropriate course of treatment.
Types of Casts and Braces
Macquarie Physiotherapy offers a variety of casting and bracing options to suit your individual needs. Traditional plaster casts provide strong support but can be heavy and difficult to dry. Fibreglass casts offer a lighter, more durable alternative. We also offer CAM boots and other braces for multiple specific conditions.
Our team will conduct an injury assessment to determine the most suitable type of cast or brace for your recovery.
The Casting and Bracing Process
At Macquarie Physiotherapy, we follow a careful process to ensure the best possible outcome for your injury. Our skilled physiotherapists will thoroughly assess your condition to determine the most appropriate treatment plan.
Applying a cast or brace involves measuring and moulding the material to fit your injured area precisely. We use padding to protect your skin before applying the cast; in some cases, waterproof materials may be used.
The duration of wearing a cast or brace varies depending on the injury but typically ranges from several days to weeks. Once your injury has healed sufficiently, our team will safely remove the cast using a specialised saw. This process is performed precisely to minimise discomfort and risk of skin damage.
We understand that having a cast or brace can be inconvenient, and we’re here to address any concerns you may have throughout the process. We aim to provide you with the best possible care and support during your recovery.
Choosing the Right Physiotherapist in Newcastle
Finding the right physiotherapist is an important step in your recovery journey. At Macquarie Physiotherapy, we offer a comprehensive team of qualified professionals to address your needs.
Our physiotherapists are highly skilled in Casting and Bracing and other techniques for managing pain, improving mobility, and restoring function for all of our patients. They can address a wide range of issues, from acute and chronic conditions.
We understand that every person is unique. That’s why we take a personalised approach, developing physiotherapy treatments that are tailored to your individual goals and circumstances.
If you’re unsure about your needs, don’t hesitate to contact us. Our friendly team can answer your questions and guide you toward the best course of action for your recovery.
What to expect when you visit Macquarie Physiotherapy
We’re 100% committed to helping you improve your overall health, strength and mobility.
After an examination, we’ll explain the cause of your discomfort. Then, we use various hands-on techniques and exercises to help correct the issue. We might also recommend additional treatment like orthotics, bracing or gym-based exercise programs.
We approach your well-being holistically and work alongside other healthcare professionals. If you need a specialist referral, we have strong relationships with orthopaedic and neurological surgeons, so you get coordinated care for the best possible outcome.
Do you have pain right now?
Whether you have an injury, you’ve just had surgery or you’re suffering from niggling or chronic pain, our physios can help.
Other Services:
Massage Therapy
If you suffer from neck, shoulder, back or leg pain, massage can help. We offer therapeutic massage techniques to relieve tight muscles and stiff joints. Our experienced massage therapists also give practical advice and tips on maintaining good musculo-skeletal health.
Exercise Physiologist
An initial assessment records your medical history, gauges activity level & capacity. We design an exercise program based on your goals. Your Exercise Physiologist will run through the program with you, to make sure your technique is correct. You can continue your program at home or in the gym, and we’ll review your progress.
Core Physiotherapy
These physiotherapist-run exercise classes focus on strength and flexibility for good posture and life-long wellness. Including mat work and Pilates-style exercises, we have classes throughout the week at various locations. See times here.
Manual Therapy
Our physiotherapists know when to get hands-on and manually manipulate joints and muscles. Mobilisation helps promote the healing process of the affected soft tissues.
Hydrotherapy
Casting & Splints
Depending on the injury, we may need to stabilise or mobilise tissues or joints for them to heal effectively. We also have vast experience with waterproof casts, custom-made orthotics, taping & bracing.
Dry Needling
Dry needling is used to reduce pain and restore function through the release of myofascial trigger points in muscle.
Rehabilitation Programs
If you’ve suffered an injury or had a surgical procedure, we can design a rehabilitation program to get you back to full strength.
Living Longer Living Stronger Classes
Macquarie Exercise Centre
Tues 11am – Balance & Fall Prevention
Fri 1pm – Strength & Conditioning
$10/class and $85 for Initial Assessment
These 60 minute classes are open to everyone! Give us a call today so that we can book you in for an appointment.
Core Strength Classes
Gateshead Clinic
Mon 5.30pm, 6.30pm (Men Only)
Wed 10am
Thurs 10am, 4.45pm, 6pm, 7.15pm
Fri 10am
$18/class or 10 for $150
These 60 minute classes focus on core strength and flexibility, including Pilates-style exercises with standing and floor work.
Stretch and Flexibility Classes
Macquarie Exercise Centre
Tuesday 8.30am
$12/class
These 60 minute classes involve a gentle whole-body stretch in a variety of positions. For anyone wanting to maintain or increase flexibility. Ideal for post-op patients.
Macquarie Exercise Centre
The Exercise Centre has the equipment and the qualified, experienced staff you need to help you to get the best out of every workout.
Belmont Practice
Gateshead Practice
Glendale Practice
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