Business Details
Your Trusted Physiotherapy Partner in Baulkham Hills
Northwest Physiotherapy has been serving the Hills District community for nearly four decades, establishing itself as a trusted provider of comprehensive physiotherapy services. Located within the Specialist Medical Centre at The Hills Private Hospital on Windsor Road, Baulkham Hills, we maintain strong collaborative relationships with local specialist doctors, enabling us to deliver targeted rehabilitation for orthopaedic, sporting, TMJ, women's health, and spinal injuries. Our practice offers direct health fund billing via HICAPS and is recognized as a preferred provider by Medibank Private, HCF, and MBF.We are accredited to treat WorkCover and DVA patients and participate in Medicare's Chronic Disease Management Programme, ensuring accessible care for diverse patient needs. With a focus on evidence-based practices, our team delivers personalized treatment plans, including specialized services for sports injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, and women's health conditions such as pelvic instability and incontinence. Our physiotherapists are trained in advanced techniques like Clinical Pilates and The McKenzie Method, emphasizing safe, effective recovery and long-term wellness.
Services
Sports injury management
Women's health physiotherapy
TMJ pain treatment
Post-operative rehabilitation
Pelvic floor therapy
Clinical Pilates
Back pain management
Shoulder and knee injury care
Chronic disease management
Direct billing services
Highlights and features
- 40 years of experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy
- Direct HICAPS billing available for seamless insurance claims
- Specialized women's health and incontinence management programs
- Expert TMJ disorder treatment using advanced techniques
- Collaborative relationships with local specialist doctors
Associations and certifications
- WorkCover
- DVA
- Medibank Private
- HCF
- MBF
- Australian Defense Force Health Services
Services
Sports Injury Management
Our sports injury management program addresses acute and chronic conditions affecting athletes at all levels. We specialize in shoulder, knee, and upper limb injuries, utilizing evidence-based techniques to accelerate recovery and prevent recurrence. With expertise in return-to-sport protocols, we help patients regain strength, mobility, and confidence through tailored rehabilitation plans.
Women's Health Physiotherapy
We offer comprehensive women's health services addressing pregnancy-related pain, pelvic instability, and incontinence. Our physiotherapists develop personalized exercise programs to strengthen pelvic floor muscles and improve core stability. Treatment includes prenatal/postnatal care, bladder weakness management, and collaboration with obstetricians for optimal maternal health outcomes.
TMJ Pain Treatment
Our TMJ disorder treatment focuses on relieving jaw pain, stiffness, and dysfunction through manual therapy and targeted exercises. We address teeth grinding, muscle tension, and joint mobility issues using non-invasive techniques. Patients receive education on posture correction and stress management to complement their recovery.
Post-Operative Rehabilitation
We provide structured rehabilitation programs for post-surgical patients, including knee and shoulder reconstruction. Our approach combines pain management, range-of-motion exercises, and progressive strength training to restore function. Close monitoring ensures safe, timely recovery aligned with surgical guidelines and individual patient needs.
Chronic Disease Management
Through Medicare's Chronic Disease Management Programme, we deliver targeted physiotherapy for long-term conditions like arthritis and back pain. Our team creates individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, reduce symptoms, and enhance quality of life. Patients benefit from coordinated care with GPs and specialists for comprehensive health management.
People
Scott Spackman
Physiotherapist
Scott graduated from the University of Sydney in 1992 and has specialized in musculoskeletal physiotherapy since 1995. He focuses on shoulder, knee, and upper limb injuries, combining McKenzie Method techniques with sports injury management. A competitive sailor and cyclist, he understands athletic recovery needs.
Christine Knight
Women's Health Physiotherapist
Christine specializes in women's health, pelvic floor therapy, and TMJ disorders. Graduating from the University of Sydney in 1989, she employs Clinical Pilates and McKenzie techniques. She collaborates with obstetricians and gynaecologists to address pregnancy-related pain and incontinence with personalized, confidential care.
Questions
Do I need a referral to see a physiotherapist?
No referral is required for private physiotherapy sessions. However, a Medicare referral allows access to 5 subsidized sessions under the Chronic Disease Management Programme.
What women's health services do you offer?
We provide prenatal/postnatal care, pelvic instability treatment, bladder weakness management, and pelvic floor rehabilitation. Our physiotherapists create tailored exercise programs to address pregnancy-related pain and incontinence.
Can you treat TMJ jaw pain?
Yes, we specialize in TMJ disorder treatment using manual therapy, muscle relaxation techniques, and posture correction to alleviate jaw pain, stiffness, and dysfunction.
What payment options are available?
We accept Eftpos payments and offer direct HICAPS billing for private health insurance claims. Accepted providers include Medibank Private, HCF, and BUPA.
Are you accredited for WorkCover or DVA claims?
Yes, we are registered providers for WorkCover and Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA) patients, offering approved treatment plans for eligible claimants.
How do I book an appointment?
Call us directly at 9686 0219 to schedule an appointment. Our team assists with availability inquiries and provides guidance on required documentation for insurance claims.
