Physiotherapy Sunshine Coast

Trusted local physiotherapists for every stage of recovery

At Northcoast Physiotherapy Clinic, we don’t just prescribe exercises — we take a hands-on approach to your recovery. Our physiotherapists use proven manual therapy techniques to relieve pain, restore movement, and deliver real results. Every treatment plan is tailored to you, combining hands-on care with targeted exercises for long-term improvement.

Welcome to Northcoast Physiotherapy

For more than 20 years, Northcoast Physiotherapy Clinic has been part of the Sippy Downs community, helping locals stay active and pain-free. As the area’s first physiotherapy clinic, we’re proud to offer friendly, professional care from our easy-to-find location on Chancellor Village Boulevard, opposite Woolworths.

Your trusted physiotherapist on the Sunshine Coast for over 20 years

Discover why we are the preferred physiotherapist for the Sunshine Coast community. We offer a premium clinical experience featuring 30-minute one-on-one sessions in a fully private environment. With a central location opposite Woolworths and a focus on seamless, coordinated care with your medical providers, we make high-quality Sunshine Coast physiotherapy accessible and effective. Benefit from two decades of expertise and flexible scheduling designed to get you back to your best faster.

Dedicated 30 minute sessions

Quality care takes time. That’s why we commit to full 30-minute sessions with no shortcuts and no rushing—just expert guidance tailored specifically to your body’s needs, ensuring you receive a thorough assessment and a clear path toward recovery.

Private treatment rooms

Our Sunshine Coast clinic features fully private rooms to ensure you feel at ease during every session. We ensure you have the space to focus on your progress without distractions, shortcuts, or compromises on your privacy.

Convenient location

You’ll find us centrally located right across from Chancellor Park Woolworths, with plenty of parking right outside our front door for a stress-free arrival. If you’re coming from one of the nearby retirement villages, we’re just a short, easy buggy ride away!

Flexible appointments

We understand that balancing work, family, and health can be a juggle. That’s why we offer flexible appointments, including early mornings and late afternoons; just give us a call and we’ll work with you to find a time that suits your busy schedule and fits seamlessly into your day.

Clear communication

We believe the best results come from a unified team. We maintain smooth lines of communication with your GP, surgeon, and other healthcare providers to ensure seamless, coordinated care, keeping everyone on the same page regarding your progress and recovery goals.

Established for over 20 years

Using decades of experience to provide our clients with the highest quality care, we understand that every body is different. Our long-standing Sunshine Coast history allows us to draw on a deep wealth of knowledge to create effective, personalised treatment plans proven to work.

We offer flexible payment options

Support at Home (formerly Home Care Packages)

NDIS (Plan and Self Managed)

WorkCover

DVA

Medicare EPC

Private Health Funds

CTP Insurance Claims

Our reception team makes things easy

From your first phone call to the moment you walk through the door at our clinic, our reception team is here to help. Friendly, organised and professional, we make booking appointments and getting the information you need easy—so every interaction feels welcoming and hassle-free.

Our team

Meet our experienced healthcare professionals dedicated to your recovery and wellbeing

Timothy Payard

Physiotherapist

Tim Payard is a musculoskeletal physiotherapist based in Sippy Downs. He focuses on accurately diagnosing the cause of pain and injury, clearly explaining how symptoms developed, and working with patients to build a straightforward treatment plan that is communicated clearly so they know exactly what to do and why it matters.

Areas of interest:

Neck, shoulder and thoracic pain
Headaches
Whiplash
Post-concussion syndrome
Low back pain
Chronic conditions
Sports injuries
Post-surgical rehabilitation

With a strong background in strength and conditioning, Tim focuses on building resilient bodies, not just short-term symptom relief. He also uses technology where it adds value to track progress and guide decisions, and places a strong emphasis on patient education and self-management so patients understand their condition, know what to do between appointments, and feel confident taking control of their recovery.

Pierre Buchholz

Physiotherapist

Pierre graduated from the University of Queensland in 2005 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy and also holds a Degree in Exercise Science from the University of British Columbia (UBC). He has extensive experience in private practice and has also worked in professional sport, including a tenure with the Queensland Reds Rugby Football Club.

Prior to qualifying as a physiotherapist, Pierre was employed as a Conditioning Coach and Consultant at the National Institute of Sport in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Pierre’s clinical philosophy centres on facilitating a return to “Thoughtless, Fearless Movement”—empowering clients to resume their normal activities and lifestyles with confidence and without apprehension.

His approach emphasises identifying and addressing the underlying cause of dysfunction or pain, rather than merely alleviating the symptoms. By gaining a comprehensive understanding of why symptoms have developed, Pierre is able to design targeted rehabilitation programs aimed at correcting maladaptive or protective movement patterns that contribute to pain and performance limitations.

A key component of Pierre’s practice is collaborating with clients to define their individual “Definition of Success.” This partnership ensures that treatment goals are aligned with each client’s unique objectives, fostering effective, meaningful, and sustainable outcomes.

Joanne Cain

Physiotherapist

Joanne Cain is known for her compassionate, patient-centred approach to physiotherapy, and most recently has developed a particular interest in helping patients prepare for and recover from orthopaedic surgery.

Since graduating from the University of Queensland in 1995, she has worked extensively in public and private hospitals, building expertise in post-operative and cardiorespiratory rehabilitation. Jo has been with Northcoast Physiotherapy Clinic for more than 10 years and works closely with Orthopaedic Surgeons at Buderim Private Hospital—most often consulting from Dr George Parker’s rooms—to ensure coordinated, high-quality care.

Outside of work, she enjoys Pilates, tennis, and the occasional walk on the golf course.

Timothy Boyle

Podiatrist

Timothy graduated from his Podiatry degree in 2006 from the Queensland University of Technology. He has gained valuable experience over the last eight years working in a multidisciplinary sports medicine clinic in all aspects of Podiatry practice.

He enjoys a broad scope of podiatry including sports injuries of the lower limb, biomechanical assessments, gait analysis, orthotic therapy, footwear assessments and recommendations, diabetic foot assessments and treatment of conditions of the toe nails and skin. This has given him experience in the holistic approach to treating patients and improving their injury outcomes.

Over the years he has treated a number of senior and junior athletes from a range of different sports, he spent 2 years treating both the Brisbane roar and Brisbane roar youth teams. He has always been involved in sport since a young age competing in a number of sports such as Basketball, Athletics, Tennis and Triathlons. His current activities are Basketball, Tennis and Running.

Gracie Wasson

Podiatrist

Gracie is an experienced podiatrist who holds a Bachelor of Podiatry from Queensland University of Technology. Since graduating, she has worked in private podiatry practices across rural and regional Australia, including Alice Springs and Mackay. She is excited to be joining the Sunshine Coast community, returning refreshed and inspired after a six-month trip through Europe.

Gracie offers a full scope of podiatric services for patients across all stages of life. This includes the management of general skin and nail conditions, ingrown toenails, plantar warts, and musculoskeletal injuries. Her experience in regional settings has strengthened her ability to manage a wide variety of acute and chronic conditions with a practical, patient-centred approach.

Outside of work, Gracie loves all things outdoors and embraces the Sunshine Coast lifestyle. You’ll often find her hiking local trails, participating in Parkrun events, or enjoying beach days with family and friends.’