Musculoskeletal Physio

Experienced physio care for pain, injury and movement issues

At St Leonards Physio, we offer expert musculoskeletal physiotherapy to help you manage and recover from a wide range of issues — from acute injuries to long-term aches and chronic conditions. If you’re experiencing pain, stiffness, or a loss of mobility, our experienced team is here to support you.

We work with patients across St Leonards and the surrounding areas, including Crows Nest, Cammeray, Lane Cove, North Sydney and the broader North Shore.

Thorough Assessment. Personalised Treatment. Long-Term Results.

Musculoskeletal conditions often have more than one cause. Pain may come from an injury, but it’s often linked to other factors like biomechanics and movement patterns, previous injuries, co-existing health problems, sustained postures, work demands or general lifestyle habits. . That’s why we take a thorough, holistic approach to assessment and treatment.

Our goal is to understand the full picture, so we can help you recover properly, and reduce the chance of the issue returning down the track.

Tailored Group Exercise classes

Following your assessment, your treating physiotherapist may suggest 1-on-1 physio treatment, or a transition to group exercise sessions to complement your individual treatment plan. Our Group Therapy exercise classes are an excellent option for a wide range of presentations and diagnoses. They combine strengthening, mobility, and balance exercises to help reduce symptoms and support improved functional outcomes.

Each class is limited to just four participants and is fully supervised by a physiotherapist. Your program will be individually tailored and modified to suit your specific needs and goals.

Learn more about our Group Therapy classes.

Frequently asked questions

Our team here at St Leonards Physio regularly work with conditions such as:

  • Back and neck pain
  • Muscle strains and joint sprains
  • Tendinopathies and bursitis
  • Overuse and sports injuries
  • Osteoarthritis and degenerative joint changes
  • Post-surgical and orthopaedic rehabilitation
  • Work-related musculoskeletal issues

Once we’ve assessed what’s going on, your physiotherapist will tailor a treatment plan to suit your needs, goals, and lifestyle. This may include:

  • Hands-on manual therapy and joint mobilisation
  • Targeted exercise programs to improve strength, flexibility, or control
  • Advice on biomechanics, posture and movement
  • Gait retraining or orthotic guidance where relevant
  • Education and strategies for managing symptoms between sessions
  • Taping, bracing, footwear recommendations and ergonomic advice
  • Support with long-term lifestyle or activity changes

Why choose us?

We’re not just here to treat your symptoms, we’re here to help you understand what’s driving them. Whether you’re dealing with a recent injury or something more persistent, we aim to get you moving well and feeling better with care that’s grounded in clinical evidence and real-life outcomes.

 If you’re looking for a trusted musculoskeletal physio in St Leonards, we’re ready to help.

Jacques O’Hearn

M.Physio (Physiotherapy) B.App.Sc (exercise and Sports Science)

Jacques is a physiotherapist with a strong foundation in exercise science and several years of experience delivering exercise-based rehabilitation in both individual and group settings. After completing his Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science at the University of Sydney, he went on to graduate with a Master of Physiotherapy from UTS, gaining broad clinical experience across musculoskeletal, orthopaedic, and neurological settings.

Jacques takes a thoughtful and collaborative approach to treatment, focusing on clear assessment, patient education, and evidence-based exercise rehabilitation. He enjoys helping people return to the activities they love, striving to make rehabilitation meaningful, achievable, and tailored to each individual. His experience in delivering structured exercise programs has strengthened his ability to coach movement effectively, progress programs safely, and support people of all fitness levels.

In the clinic, Jacques combines hands-on therapy with targeted strength and conditioning and movement retraining. He values good communication, rapport building, and empowering patients with the tools and confidence they need to manage their health long-term.

Outside of work, Jacques enjoys spending time at the beach, playing golf, participating in social sports and strength training, and exploring the Northern Beaches with his wife.

Jacques O'hearn - Physio