Shoulder Physiotherapy in Neutral Bay to Get You Moving Pain-free

Shoulder Physiotherapy in Neutral Bay to Get You Moving Pain-free
Shoulder pain has a way of touching everything: reaching for a seatbelt, sleeping on your side, pressing overhead at the gym. Shoulder physiotherapy at Wild Physio Fitness in Neutral Bay gets to the actual cause of yours, so you can move, sleep and train without working around it.
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Is a shoulder physio right for you?

Shoulder physiotherapy is worth your time if any of this sounds familiar:

  • Your shoulder aches, catches or gives way when you lift, reach or rotate
  • You can't lie on that side, or the pain wakes you at night
  • You're recovering from shoulder surgery and want a clear path forward
  • A sport or gym session left your shoulder painful, weak or unreliable
  • You've been told it's "just a niggle," but it isn't settling on its own

If you're looking for physiotherapy for shoulder pain and want an answer rather than a guess, that's exactly what a shoulder assessment gives you.

WHAT IS PHYSIOTHERAPY?
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Shoulder conditions you can rehab here

Rotator cuff physio is the most common reason people book a shoulder assessment, but you don't need a diagnosis to start, that's the physio's job.

  • Rotator cuff injuries & tears: settle the pain and rebuild the strength that you may have lost.
  • Rotator cuff & shoulder surgery rehab: a guided path back to full strength after surgery.
  • Frozen shoulder: gain the range you've lost and get the joint moving freely again.
  • Subacromial shoulder pain: stop the pinch while overhead and load the shoulder the way it's meant to be loaded.
  • Shoulder dislocation & instability: rebuild the stability and the confidence to trust your shoulder again.
  • Shoulder replacement: staged rehab to get get back to the things you love.
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Assessed by a physio and progressed with a graduated program

A shoulder that's been sore for weeks usually needs two things a quick fix can't offer: an accurate diagnosis, and a program that rebuilds capacity. Here's how your rehab runs:

  1. Assessment. Your shoulder is tested for range of motion, strength and control to pinpoint where the problem actually sits: which is often not where the pain is.
  2. A diagnosis you understand. You leave the first session knowing what's going on and what the plan is.
  3. Graded loading. Your program builds strength progressively, so your shoulder is ready for the load you put through it, not just comfortable at rest.
  4. Return to what you love. The plan finishes when you're back to your sport, your training or your day with a shoulder you can rely on.
WHAT DOES PHYSIOTHERAPY COST?
Post-operative shoulder rehabilitation at Wild Physio Fitness, Neutral Bay

Post-operative rehab

Recovering from shoulder surgery?

If you've had shoulder surgery, or you're about to, your rehab is what determines the result. Physio after shoulder surgery keeps you on track: protecting the repair early, then rebuilding range.

You can get post-surgical shoulder rehab for:

  • Rotator cuff repair
  • Shoulder reconstruction & stabilisation
  • Shoulder replacement
  • Labral (SLAP) repair
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Andrew Wild, physiotherapist and strength coach at Wild Physio Fitness in Neutral Bay

Why choose Wild Physio Fitness for your shoulder

You've got plenty of options for shoulder physio in Neutral Bay. Here's what you get here:

  • Physiotherapists who are also strength coaches.
  • Physio-led, not general PT. Every program starts from a physiotherapy assessment.
  • Care you can claim. Medicare (with a GP referral), private health, DVA, Workers Compensation and NDIS are all accepted.
  • AHPRA-registered
  • Physio-led
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The team

Meet the Sydney Shoulder Physiotherapists

Physiotherapists, strength coaches and a dietitian working under one roof. Read each person's background before you book.
Nicholas Dang

Nicholas Dang

Physiotherapist & S&C Coach

Science-based physiotherapist and strength and conditioning coach, with a special interest in knee pain and ACL rehabilitation.

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Andrew Wild

Andrew Wild

Director & Physiotherapist

Founder of the clinic and former Head Physiotherapist at the Sydney Swans Academy. Elite-level care for every age and stage.

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Nick Hay

Nick Hay

Personal Trainer & Exercise Scientist

Focuses on reducing injury risk while building genuine athletic performance and physical capability.

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Charlie Abra

Charlie Abra

Accredited Practising Dietitian

Helps you navigate behaviour change and build healthier eating habits that actually last.

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Brittany

Brittany

Remedial Massage Therapist

Blends remedial, Swedish and trigger point massage to ease muscle soreness and support recovery.

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Shoulder physiotherapy at Wild Physio Fitness, Neutral Bay

Good to know

Shoulder physiotherapy FAQs

Answers to common questions about shoulder physiotherapy in Neutral Bay: referrals, what you can claim, session numbers, recovery timelines and what to expect.

Do you need a referral to see a shoulder physio?

No, you can book privately with no referral. You'll only need a GP referral if you're claiming through Medicare, DVA or Workers Compensation.

Do you treat post-surgical shoulders and work with my surgeon?

Yes. Post-surgical shoulder rehab follows your surgeon's protocol, so your program stays aligned with your repair at every stage.

How many sessions will you need?

It depends on your shoulder: a recent niggle and a post-surgical rebuild are very different jobs. You'll get a realistic timeframe at your first assessment, not an open-ended plan.

What can you claim?

Medicare (with a GP referral), private health (with extras), DVA, Workers Compensation and NDIS are all accepted.

How soon can you get an appointment?

Usually within a few days. Booking online through the site is the quickest way to lock in a time that suits you.

Do you see clients from nearby suburbs?

Yes: Neutral Bay, Cremorne, Cammeray, North Sydney, Crows Nest, Kirribilli and across the lower North Shore.

How long does rotator cuff recovery take?

It varies with the injury and whether surgery was involved. A short course of physio suits many rotator cuff problems, while a full repair follows a staged timeline over several months.

What should you bring to your first appointment?

Anything relevant to your shoulder: scan results, your surgeon's protocol if you've had surgery, and clothing you can move in.

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