Are You Looking For a Physiotherapist In Cronulla, New South Wales?
Why Book at Southside Physiotherapy?
Expert Care. Proven Results. Convenient Location.
When it comes to your health, you deserve the best and that’s exactly what we deliver.
At Southside Physiotherapy, we combine clinical expertise with genuine care to provide results-driven physiotherapy that puts you first.
Our experienced team doesn’t just treat symptoms, we pride ourselves on our pain to performance approach to client care where we take the time to understand the root cause of your pain and create a personalised plan to help you move better, feel stronger and get back to what you love. Our model is relieving symptoms, restoring function and improving your long term health.
Because it's not just about living longer—it's about living well. Prioritising your health span means staying active, independent and pain-free for as many years as possible.
Make your health a priority and book an appointment with one of our expert physios and take the first step towards better health.
Southside Physiotherapy was established in 1985 and has consistently provided a high standard of Physiotherapy care to Cronulla residents and professionals, as well as the broader community.
What Sets Us Apart?
Southside Physiotherapy combines extensive experience in professional sporting teams with strong local community involvement.
We focus on maximising your performance using the Pain to Performance model, which involves relieving symptoms, restoring function, and improving long-term health.
Our personalised Reformer and Pilates classes focus on core strength, injury prevention and are tailored to each individual, ensuring clients move with improved stability, control and confidence.
Southside Physiotherapy’s purpose-built gym provides a supportive, non-intimidating space to aid rehabilitation and overall wellbeing and is designed to help clients transition confidently from treatment to daily life.
Confused about your pain and not sure what to do?
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Back Pain
Understand why back pain happens and how to help it
Shoulder Pain
Understand why shoulder pain happens and how to help it
Knee Pain
Understand why knee pain happens and how to help it
How Can We Help?
At Southside Physiotherapy we treat a wide range of conditions from everyday aches to complex injuries. Whether you're dealing with a recent injury or something that’s been nagging you for a while, our experienced physiotherapists can help you understand the cause and work towards lasting relief.
We commonly help clients with:
Back pain – from stiffness and postural strain to disc injuries and sciatica
Neck pain & headaches – including tension, whiplash and desk-related strain
Shoulder pain – such as rotator cuff issues, bursitis and frozen shoulder
Knee pain – from ligament injuries and arthritis to patellofemoral pain
Hip & pelvic pain – affecting movement, stability or sleep
Ankle & foot problems – including sprains, Achilles issues and plantar fasciitis
Post-surgical recovery – regain strength and mobility after orthopaedic surgery
Sports injuries – from sprains and strains to overuse injuries
Balance and dizziness issues – including BPPV and vestibular dysfunction
PD Warrior
Southside Physiotherapy are a certified PD Warrior Licensee.
PD Warrior is a world-renowned early intervention strategy for Parkinson’s Disease.
PD Warrior exercise programs lead the way in neuroactive exercises designed to retrain your brain and improve your Parkinson’s symptoms.
Exercises are tailored to your type of Parkinson's, all focused on slowing your symptoms.
82 Burraneer Bay Rd, Cronulla, NSW 2230
Mon-Thurs 7am-6:30pm, Fri 7am-5pm, Sat 8am-11am
Contact us today to speak with our friendly team and find out how we can help you feel your best
Latest Tips and Advice
ACL Tears – An injury you don’t need!
If you’re involved in sport, chances are you know someone who has had an ACL reconstruction. Australia has the highest rate of ACL reconstruction in the world, and this is increasing.
What is the ACL?
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the main stabilisers inside the knee. It prevents the shin bone (tibia) translating forwards, or dislocating, off the thigh bone (femur).
Injuring your ACL
80% of ACL injuries occur without contact. The ACL is often injured by a twisting and/or sideways movement of the knee, for example when pivoting/changing direction or landing from a jump.
Unfortunately ACL tears do not heal themselves. They generally require reconstructive surgery, and a long period of rehabilitation, to return to pivoting sports. It is also worth noting that ACL injury increases your risk of developing early osteoarthritis, and increases the likelihood of knee replacement later in life.
What can you do?
The best way to avoid knee surgery is to avoid having an ACL injury in the first place. Recently, a lot of research has been dedicated to how we can effectively reduce the risk of ACL tears occurring.
A number of professional bodies have developed injury prevention programs, such as:
The 11+ (FIFA)
KNEE program (Netball Australia)
PEP program (Santa Monica Sports Medicine)
Footy First & Prep to Play (AFL/AFLW)
While the above programs differ slightly in their composition, there are common elements which we know need to be included in an injury prevention program:
The program should take at least 15-20 minutes and be performed 2-3 times per week (this may be as a warm up before training or play).
Should include a combination of running, change of direction and landing practice, plyometrics, leg and core strengthening and stretching exercises.
Dedicating time to including this sort of training into weekly routine has been found to decrease risk of knee and lower limb injury by up to 50%, as well as improving performance in measures of agility, dynamic balance, and vertical jump (power).
Protecting your knees now can save you from years of pain, surgery and time away from the sports you love. Incorporating proven injury-prevention exercises into your weekly routine not only reduces your risk of ACL tears but also boosts strength, balance and performance.
If you’d like personalised guidance on how to safely train your body to prevent knee injuries, our Southside physiotherapists can help. Call us today on 02 9527 4099 or book online and take the first step toward stronger, more resilient knees.
A few months ago, I injured my back during a gym session. The pain was persistent, limiting my ability to work out, and I was uncertain if I'd be able to get back to the activities I love, like gym workouts and Pilates. That's when I found Emily, and it truly changed everything. From our first session, Emily’s expertise and understanding were evident. She assessed my injury carefully, creating a personalised rehabilitation plan that not only focused on recovery but also addressed the underlying causes to prevent future issues. Her approach combined targeted exercises, manual therapy, and practical guidance on posture and movement, which gradually helped me rebuild strength and mobility without aggravating the pain. Today, I am back at the gym and in Pilates classes, pain-free! While I’m still taking it slow and avoiding heavy deadlifts, I’m thrilled to be moving comfortably and confidently again. I truly can’t thank Emily enough for her dedication and expertise. Her support has been instrumental in getting me back on track, and I'm looking forward to making even more progress!
My son sustained a football injury and we were recommended to see Francis, I could not recommend him highly enough, the care provided was professional and caring, with Francis you’re in great hands.
My daughter has knee issues she attended Southside and saw Francis Crossle he was very professional and caring and she was able to continue sport due to his advice and treatment. We are so grateful we went to Southside Physio
The team are incredibly professional and talented. The standard is always high no matter which clinician looks after you.
Found Francis very knowledgeable and able to effectively help me recover from knee operation
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Opening Hours
Mon: 7:00am - 6:30pm
Tue: 7:00am - 6:30pm
Wed: 7:00am - 6:30pm
Thu: 7:00am - 6:30pm
Fri: 7:00am - 5:00pm
Sat: 8:00am - 11:00am
Sun: Closed
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Been going to Southside Physio for over 10 yrs. As a lawn and hedging contractor on the wrong side of 60, knees, shoulders, arms all took a beating. But I never missed a day thanks to Francis and his team. He was able to keep me going no matter what the injury was. Thank you Francis