Living with pain that just won't go away can be exhausting. Maybe you've tried everything, or been told your scans look fine. Your pain is real, and there is a way forward. At Reset, we take the time to help you understand it and get back to living well.
What is persistent/chronic pain?
Persistent/chronic pain is pain that lasts longer than three months, beyond the usual time for tissues to heal. It's very common, affecting around one in five Australians.
Pain isn't just a measure of damage. It's your nervous system's way of protecting you. Over time, that pain system can become more sensitive, a bit like a car alarm that goes off when someone walks past. The pain is real, but it may no longer mean your body is being ‘harmed’.
Many things can affect the sensitivity of your pain signals, including:
Sleep, stress and mood
How active you are, and how much you're doing on a given day
Past injuries and experiences of pain
Worry about what the pain means
Work, life and relationships
The good news is that a sensitive system can also learn to settle.
Is this you?
You've had pain for months or years
Your pain moves around, spreads, or flares for no clear reason
Scans haven't explained how much it hurts
You've tried lots of treatments with little lasting change
Pain is affecting your sleep, work, exercise or mood
You're avoiding things you used to love in case they hurt
How we help
We don't just treat the sore spot. We look at the whole picture and work with you on a plan that fits your life. This may include:
Understanding your pain. Learning how pain works can reduce fear and change how your body responds.
Hands-on treatment. Gentle manual therapy, massage and dry needling to ease pain and help you move more freely.
Graded movement. Building activity up slowly and steadily, so your body regains confidence without big flare-ups.
Pacing. Finding a sustainable rhythm that breaks the boom-and-bust cycle.
Breathing and slow movement. Calm, mindful practices to settle a nervous system on high alert.
Everyday habits. Practical support with sleep, stress and work routines that affect pain.
Your goals first. Whether it's walking the dog, sitting through a workday or getting back to sport, we work towards what matters to you.
We're happy to work alongside your GP, psychologist or other health professionals.
Your first visit
We listen. We'll hear your whole story, without rushing. You won't need to prove your pain is real.
We assess. We'll look at how you move and what seems to be turning your pain up or down.
We explain. You'll leave with a clearer understanding of your pain and why it's hanging around.
We start. Together we'll agree on a few simple first steps.
We recommend booking a Long Initial Assessment (60 min) so there's plenty of time to cover everything.
Have a question, or not sure if physio is right for you? Reach out anytime at hello@resetphysiotherapybrunswick.com or 0495 007 891. We're happy to help!