Sandgate Physiotherapy & Massage Clinic
18 Bowser Parade (Cnr Rainbow Street), Sandgate QLD 4017
Serving Sandgate, Shorncliffe, Brighton, Bracken Ridge, Deagon, Taigum, Boondall, Fitzgibbon and the Redcliffe Peninsula.
Phone: (07) 3269 1122
Sandgate PhysioWorks
Sandgate physiotherapy and massage at PhysioWorks provides assessment, hands-on treatment and targeted exercise programs for muscle, joint, nerve and sports injuries.
Our Sandgate physiotherapists and massage therapists help you move better, reduce pain and get back to work, sport and family life with clear, practical plans.
Your Local Sandgate Physiotherapy & Massage Team
For more than 35 years, Sandgate PhysioWorks has provided Sandgate physiotherapy, remedial massage and allied health care for the bayside and northern suburbs. We regularly help people from Sandgate, Shorncliffe, Brighton, Bracken Ridge, Deagon, Taigum and the Redcliffe Peninsula with back and neck pain, sports injuries, joint problems and muscle tension.
Our clinicians focus on accurate diagnosis, hands-on care and simple home programs that build long-term results.
Book online 24/7 or contact our reception team for help choosing the best clinician for your problem.
Why Choose Sandgate PhysioWorks?
Sandgate PhysioWorks provides high-value care for both everyday injuries and more complex sports, spine, muscle and joint problems.
- Thorough assessment to explain what is driving your pain and outline a clear plan.
- Hands-on treatment including joint mobilisation and soft-tissue techniques to ease pain and stiffness.
- Targeted exercise rehab to build strength, control and confidence so you can return safely to work, sport and daily life.
- Complex spine and persistent pain care with a strong focus on long-standing back, neck and multi-region problems – learn more about our Spinal Physiotherapy and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.
- Dedicated sports injury management for community and higher-level athletes, including running, gym and field sports – see Sports Physiotherapy.
- Vestibular and balance programs for vertigo, dizziness and falls risk, including Vestibular Physiotherapy and Balance & Falls Prevention.
- Holistic treatment options where appropriate, such as acupuncture and dry needling, massage and ergonomic advice.
- Team-based support across physiotherapy, massage and group exercise so your care stays coordinated over time.
Learn more on Why You’ll Want to Choose PhysioWorks.
Conditions We Treat
We regularly help with:
- Back & neck pain – including neck pain, sciatica and disc issues related to nerve irritation.
- Headaches & jaw pain – neck headaches, migraines and TMJ pain.
- Shoulder & arm injuries – rotator cuff tears, frozen shoulder and tennis elbow.
- Hip, knee, ankle & foot pain – patellofemoral pain, Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis.
- Sports & running injuries – calf strains, hamstring tears, shin splints and other running injuries.
- Chronic & persistent pain – chronic pain conditions and arthritis.
- Vestibular & balance issues – vertigo, dizziness and balance-related falls risk. Read more: vestibular information.
- Post-surgical rehab – joint replacement, ACL reconstruction, rotator cuff repair and more.
Explore more on our Conditions hub.
Services at Sandgate
We offer a full range of Sandgate physiotherapy, massage and related services:
- Physiotherapy – assessment, hands-on treatment and exercise programs for muscle, joint and nerve pain.
- Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy – complex spine, muscle and joint conditions including persistent or recurrent problems.
- Sports Physiotherapy – acute sports injuries, overload issues and safe return-to-sport planning.
- Remedial & Sports Massage – deep tissue, recovery and relaxation massage.
- Jaw (TMJ) & Headache Care – neck-related headaches, jaw pain and face pain.
- Vestibular Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation – vertigo, dizziness and balance disorders.
- Balance & Falls Prevention Class – small-group balance training for people at risk of falls.
- Clinician-led Pilates & Group Exercise – clinician-led strengthening, mobility and rehab sessions.
- Dry Needling – needle-based techniques to ease pain and reduce muscle tension.
- NDIS Physiotherapy – physiotherapy and support for NDIS participants.
- Ergonomic Advice – workstation and posture advice for office and home workers.
- Telehealth Physiotherapy – video consultations if you can’t attend the clinic.
Need a Sandgate Physiotherapy or Massage Appointment?
Our team is ready to help. Same-day appointments are often available for urgent issues.
Meet the Sandgate PhysioWorks Team
Our Sandgate team includes male and female therapists with interests in sports injuries, spine care, vestibular conditions, headache and jaw pain, Pilates-based rehab and general musculoskeletal problems. You can browse the clinicians below and follow the links to read more about their background and focus areas.
John Miller – Consultant Physiotherapist
John provides thorough assessment, hands-on treatment and practical exercise programs for a wide range of muscle, joint and nerve problems. He supports people with both new and long-standing conditions, aiming for steady, confident improvement.
John commonly treats:
- Back and neck pain
- Shoulder, hip and knee conditions
- Workplace and posture-related pain
- Sports muscle and joint injuries
- Post-operative rehabilitation
Erin Runge – Senior Physiotherapist & Pilates
Erin blends manual therapy with targeted exercise programs to help restore movement, strength and comfort. She works with people of all ages, guiding them through structured rehabilitation that fits everyday life.
Erin often assists with:
- Hip, knee and foot pain
- Running-related injuries
- Office and desk-related pain
- Women’s musculoskeletal concerns
- Post-operative recovery
Chelsea Gan – Physiotherapist
Chelsea supports people of all ages with clear assessment, hands-on treatment and simple exercise programs. She guides recovery through practical steps that build confidence and long-term strength.
Chelsea helps with:
- Sports and gym injuries
- Shoulder, knee and ankle pain
- Balance and falls prevention
- Desk and workplace pain
- Everyday muscle and joint problems
Brendan Scott – Remedial Massage Therapist
Brendan provides remedial, deep tissue and sports massage to reduce tension, improve movement and support recovery. He works closely with the physiotherapists to match treatment with your rehabilitation goals.
Brendan provides:
- Remedial and sports massage
- Deep tissue and trigger point therapy
- Recovery massage for active people
- Shoulder, neck and back tension relief
- Relaxation and stress reduction
Ashish Shrestha – Remedial Massage Therapist
Ashish delivers remedial, deep tissue and recovery-focused massage. He is known for his calm manner and clear communication, helping clients ease tight muscles, reduce pain and improve movement.
Ashish provides:
- Deep tissue and remedial massage
- Sports and recovery massage
- Trigger point release
- Neck, shoulder and lower back tension
- Relaxation massage
Related Articles
- Back Pain Physiotherapy: Your Guide To What To Expect: An overview of how physiotherapy assesses and treats back pain, including disc-related injuries, joint irritation and nerve-related issues, plus links to research-based treatment options.
- Soft Tissue Injury Healing – Your Guide: Explains how muscles, ligaments and tendons heal after injury, and how exercise, posture, warm-up and cool-down strategies can support recovery and reduce future injury risk.
- Post-Fracture Physiotherapy: Describes how physiotherapy can protect joints, restore range of movement, strengthen muscles and improve function after fractures.
- Running Injuries: Covers common running-related injuries, how training load, footwear and biomechanics influence injury risk, and how physiotherapy can guide safe return to running.
- Bike Fit Physio: Outlines how a physiotherapist-led bike fit can improve comfort, efficiency and performance through changes to bike set-up and rider posture.
- Vestibular Physiotherapy: An introduction to assessment and treatment options for dizziness, balance problems and inner ear conditions such as BPPV.
- Cervicogenic Neck Headache: Explains neck-related headaches and how physiotherapy can address the underlying neck joints and muscles to ease symptoms.
- Clinician-led Pilates: Describes our clinician-led Pilates and group exercise classes, designed to improve core strength, flexibility, posture and body awareness for rehab and injury prevention.
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Sandgate PhysioWorks Location & Access
Our Sandgate physiotherapy clinic is located at 18 Bowser Parade on the corner of Rainbow Street, directly opposite the Sandgate Railway Station and Bus Interchange. There is convenient two-hour street parking nearby, frequent buses and trains, and a wheelchair ramp for easy roll-in access.
