Hypermobility Physiotherapy in Wollongong: Expert Care at Lume Physio
Hypermobility is one of those conditions that often goes unrecognised for years. If you’ve been told you’re just flexible, or that your joints are loose, but you’re dealing with chronic pain, frequent injuries, or fatigue, you might be hypermobile. At Lume Physio in Wollongong, Brooke Cassar has experience working with hypermobile clients to build strength, improve stability, and reduce pain.
What Is Hypermobility?
Hypermobility means your joints move beyond the normal range of motion. For some people, this causes no problems. For others, it leads to joint instability, pain, muscle tension, fatigue, and repeated soft tissue injuries.
Hypermobility exists on a spectrum. At one end is generalised joint hypermobility (GJH). At the other is hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS), a heritable connective tissue disorder. In between is hypermobility spectrum disorder (HSD). All three can cause significant pain and functional limitations, and all benefit from targeted physiotherapy.
How Physiotherapy Helps Hypermobility in Wollongong
The key to managing hypermobility is building the muscular support that your ligaments and connective tissue can’t reliably provide. At Lume Physio in Wollongong, Brooke focuses on:
Joint stability exercises tailored to hypermobile bodies
Proprioception and body awareness training
Strength work that doesn’t overload sensitive joints
Pain education and nervous system regulation
Posture and movement pattern retraining
Load management to prevent flares
Hypermobility physio is not one-size-fits-all. Exercises that are standard for other patients can be harmful for hypermobile joints. Brooke understands how to modify treatment to suit your body’s specific needs.
Common Symptoms Brooke Sees in Hypermobile Patients
Clients who come to Lume Physio in Wollongong with hypermobility often present with:
Chronic widespread pain
Joint clicking, popping, or giving way
Frequent sprains and strains
Muscle cramps and tightness
Fatigue and difficulty with sustained activity
Difficulty finding comfortable positions for sleep or sitting
Anxiety around movement or exercise after repeated injuries
Many hypermobile people have been told their scans are normal and there’s nothing wrong. Physiotherapy with someone who understands hypermobility can make a significant difference.
Do I Need a Diagnosis Before Seeing a Physio for Hypermobility in Wollongong?
No. You don’t need a formal diagnosis of hEDS or HSD to benefit from physiotherapy. If you suspect you’re hypermobile, or if you’ve been told you are, book in with Brooke at Lume Physio in Wollongong and she can assess your joints and develop a treatment plan from there.
No referral is needed. Private health rebates apply.
Book a Hypermobility Physio Appointment in Wollongong
If you’re in Wollongong and struggling with hypermobility, book in with Brooke at Lume Physio. We’re located at 44 Atchison St, Wollongong NSW 2500. Book online at lumephysio.com.au.
