Gentle, guided movement therapies to support strength, flexibility, and confidence especially for those living with chronic pain.
Hydrotherapy involves exercising in warm water under clinical supervision to relieve pain, improve movement, and restore strength without placing strain on joints.
At PainMed, hydrotherapy is used as part of a tailored pain management approach, especially effective for individuals with:
Clinical Pilates is a movement therapy that focuses on core stability, postural alignment, and breath control all essential components of managing chronic pain. It is especially suited for people with:
Using reformers, mats, and props, exercises are tailored to each individual’s goals and pain presentation, guided by a physiotherapist or exercise physiologist trained in pain rehabilitation.
Initial assessment to ensure clinical suitability and develop goals
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Supervised sessions led by qualified clinicians in modern, accessible facilities
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Safe, low-impact exercises appropriate for all levels of mobility
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Options for individual or group sessions depending on clinical needs
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Programs can be integrated with your broader pain management plan
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Hydrotherapy and Clinical Pilates at PainMed are delivered by qualified Physiotherapists and Accredited Exercise Physiologists with specialised training in persistent pain and rehabilitation.
You will receive guidance from clinicians who understand not only movement, but also the neuroscience of chronic pain and how to help you feel safe, supported, and empowered during physical activity.
You can self-refer for these services. However:
An initial assessment is required before beginning hydrotherapy to assess safety and determine your goals.
To get started with Hydrotherapy or Clinical Pilates, contact our team to book your assessment or learn more.
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Originally from England, Sally graduated from St George’s Hospital, University of London in 2004 with a BSc (First Class Hons) in Physiotherapy. Since settling in Australia, Sally has worked in private practice and in the public hospital setting across Sydney.
Sally gained a Masters in Medicine Pain Management from the University of Sydney in 2019 and is a Titled Pain Physiotherapist (as awarded by the Australian Physiotherapy Association).
In addition to private practice, Sally currently works as a Senior Physiotherapist at Westmead Hospital Pain Management Service.
Sally is highly skilled in assessing, diagnosing and treating people who experience chronic pain. She enjoys working with injured workers and CTP claimants. She has a deep understanding of the impact of pain on the whole person and on their functioning in daily life. In partnership with her colleagues, Sally enjoys applying her knowledge and clinical skills to provide a safe space for exploration of the physical and emotional meaning of pain and for recovery of function.
Qualifications and Experience
Dr. Adam is a Fellowship-trained Pain Medicine Specialist with a Fellowship from the Faculty of Pain Medicine (FFPMANZCA) and a Master of Pain Medicine from the University of Sydney. He is dedicated to the comprehensive management of chronic pain across all age groups.
Dr. Adam trained in adult pain medicine at Liverpool Hospital, Nepean Hospital, and the Department of Pain Medicine, and completed additional training in paediatric chronic pain at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead. He currently serves as a Staff Specialist at Westmead and St George Public Hospitals (NSW Health), and is a Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) at Liverpool Public Hospital, St George Private, Sydney Southwest Private, Holroyd Private, Norwest Private, and Nepean Private Hospitals.
He adopts a whole-person, multidisciplinary approach rooted in the socio-psycho-biomedical model, utilising both pharmacologic and interventional techniques. These include:
Dr. Adam is an Authorised Prescriber of Medicinal Cannabis and holds a Diploma in Medicinal Cannabis. He is also certified in Opioid Treatment Programs, including Methadone. His areas of interest include opioid dependence management, medicinal cannabis, and interventional pain procedures.
He also completed advanced training in Virtual Reality Therapy for chronic pain and mental health disorders in Barcelona, Spain, and has further qualifications in Focused Psychological Strategies, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Clinical Hypnosis.
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