Looking for Physiotherapy in Brisbane?
Consider a Smarter, Long-Term Alternative for Chronic Pain and Posture Issues
Ready for results?
If you're searching for physiotherapy in Brisbane, you're likely dealing with discomfort, injuries, or chronic pain that's impacting your ability to move freely or enjoy life. You may have tried traditional methods — but the results didn’t last.
At Functional Patterns Brisbane, we offer something different.
We specialise in helping people who haven’t found lasting solutions through conventional physiotherapy clinics or standard treatments and exercises. Our evidence-based approach focuses on how the entire body moves as an integrated system — not just isolated symptoms.
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Improve Posture
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Improve Symmetry
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Reduce Chronic Pain
A Holistic Alternative to Physiotherapy Brisbane Locals Trust
We often work with clients who have already seen a:
Physiotherapist in Brisbane
Sports physio in North or South Brisbane
Physical therapist for chronic injuries or posture
Sports physiotherapy clinic after playing sport or training injuries
And yet… the pain keeps returning.
Our method is different. We don’t chase pain. We correct the root cause of dysfunction by addressing posture, gait, and breathing patterns — the foundations of all movement.
How Do Physio Brisbane & Functional Patterns Brisbane Compare?
| Feature | Physiotherapy Brisbane | Functional Patterns Brisbane |
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| Primary Focus | Pain relief and injury management | Full-body posture, gait, and movement optimisation |
| Approach | Isolated treatments for affected areas | Integrated system targeting root causes of dysfunction |
| Assessment Style | Localised physical assessments | Full postural and gait analysis (head-to-toe) |
| Techniques Used | Massage, dry needling, joint mobilisation | Myofascial sequencing, gait retraining, corrective movement |
| Treatment Plan | Short sessions, often 15–30 minutes | Long sessions (up to 90 mins) with progressive programming |
| Results Duration | Short-term symptom relief | Long-term structural change and performance gains |
| Types of Clients | Post-surgery, acute injuries, sports recovery | Chronic pain, posture issues, performance optimization |
| Session Structure | Manual therapy and exercise prescription | Movement re-education and neuromyofascial integration |
| Time to See Change | Often requires regular visits over many months | Noticeable change within weeks of consistent training |
| Outcome Focus | Pain reduction | Posture, coordination, and full-body efficiency |
| Practitioner Training | University-trained physiotherapists | Biomechanics and gait-trained Functional Patterns practitioners |
| Tools & Equipment | Resistance bands, reformers, ultrasound devices | Bodyweight, cable pulleys, weighted gait-specific tools |
Our Approach Includes:
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Personalised Biomechanical Assessments:
Identifying unique movement dysfunctions contributing to your pain.
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Tailored Exercise Programs:
Designing routines that address specific issues like nerve pain, joint discomfort, and muscle imbalances.
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Holistic Pain Management Strategies:
Incorporating techniques to manage persistent pain, including myofascial release and posture correction.
What We Help With
Our movement-based system supports a wide range of concerns, including:
Chronic pain and recurring injuries
Neck pain and headaches
Hip, knee or back problems
Sporting injuries and poor performance
Posture correction
Breathing and core dysfunction
Scoliosis and structural asymmetries
We work with people of all fitness levels, from athletes to office workers, providing personalised treatment plans tailored to how you move.
Why Choose Us Over a Sports Physiotherapist in Brisbane?
We respect the role of physiotherapy — but many chronic issues go beyond what traditional sports physios are trained to address.
If your issue keeps returning no matter how often you get treatment, our approach could be the missing link.
Our Process
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Initial Assessment (90 mins)
We analyse posture, gait, biomechanics, and breathing patterns.
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Custom Movement Plan
You’ll receive a tailored training sequence built to restructure how your body moves — not just where it hurts.
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Weekly 1:1 Sessions
Progressively build strength, symmetry, and mobility in real-world movements.
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Ongoing Change
We aim for lasting results by creating balance in your entire kinetic chain.
We’re Based in Brisbane — Northside & Southside Clients Welcome
Functional Patterns Brisbane works with clients from Brisbane Northside, South Brisbane, and surrounds. Our clients often find us when searching for:
Physio Brisbane Northside
Sports Physiotherapy Brisbane
Good physio Brisbane
Experienced physiotherapist for chronic injuries
But instead of temporary relief, they want long-term change.
Don’t take it from us - hear from our clients
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In the past, I’ve worked with whole range of health practitioners physios, chiros, massage therapists, and high level strength and conditioning coaches, but none of them have been as helpful and as useful as the functional pattern protocols. The training that you do at FP is very different to traditional exercises, but they just work and don’t leave you sore like traditional weights based training. The whole team was knowledgeable, supportive, and truly cared about my progress. I can’t recommend them enough for anyone looking to improve their health and wellbeing!
Alan K, Verified 5 Star Google Review
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The training I've done at FP has completely changed the way I train and move my body. I no longer have chronic foot and hip pain, despite being treated for years by doctors, physios, chiropractors with no relief. Emma's knowledge of body mechanics and ability identify the root cause of my pain has been life changing
Amanda C, Verified 5 Star Google Review
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Working with Emma has been a game changer. She took the time to really understand my issues and built a program that actually worked — I’d struggled with neck pain for 15 years and was seeing a chiropractor every week. I haven’t needed a single visit in over a year now. Emma pushes you to do the work but always in a really patient, supportive, and friendly way. She genuinely cares about your progress and it shows. Couldn’t be more grateful!
Ness Verified 5 Star Google Review
Services Offered at Our Pain Clinic in Brisbane, Queensland
Chronic Pain Management Brisbane
Addressing conditions like fibromyalgia, arthritis, chronic injury rehab and ongoing pain syndromes.
Posture Correction Brisbane
Improving alignment to alleviate strain and discomfort on joints and muscles. Create symmetry with a strong core.
Functional Movement Training
Enhancing proper mobility, symmetry, power output and strength to prevent future injuries.
MyoFascial release (MFR)
Pair your improved movement patterns with MFR for a lasting solution to chronic pain and poor movement patterns.
Diet & Lifestyle Support
As a truly holistic clinic, we know the importance of diet and lifestyle. We help you to reduce bloating & get stronger.
Scoliosis Management
Our pain management clinic Brisbane is known for our incredible spine-straightening results using improved movement patterns.
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Improve Posture
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Improve Symmetry
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Reduce Chronic Pain
Not Convinced yet?
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The training I've done at FP has completely changed the way I train and move my body. I no longer have chronic foot and hip pain, despite being treated for years by doctors, physios, chiropractors with no relief. Emma's knowledge of body mechanics and ability identify the root cause of my pain has been life changing
Amanda C, Verified 5 Star Google Review
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Functional patterns has been a game changer for me. As I experienced knee pain doing squats and lunges, I was unable to engage in traditional weight lifting exercises. Functional patterns has given me the opportunity to still exercise with weights and improve my posture, in such a way where I am not experiencing pain.
Cassandra G, Verified 5 Star Google Review
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After many years of chronic lumbar and hip pain and countless attempts to find a suitable treatment I was recommended Functional Patterns. During the assessment and initial sessions I learnt more about what was going on (and everything I was doing wrong) than the 10 years of specialists and therapists.
Steve F, Verified 5 Star Google Review
Book Your Consultation Today
If you’re ready to try a different path toward healing, we’d love to help.
We’re not just treating injuries — we’re transforming how your body works. That’s why our clients move better, feel better, and stop chasing short-term relief.
👉 Book an appointment online today or contact us to learn more about how Functional Patterns Brisbane can help you move forward — for good.
📍 Location: 3 Manilla Street, East Brisbane, QLD 4169
📞 Phone: 0433 801 181
📧 Email: brisbane@functionalpatterns.com
Experience the difference with Brisbane's leading pain management specialists!