Physiotherapy for Desk Workers in Burwood and the Inner West
If you work at a desk — whether in an office in Burwood, Strathfield, Concord or the Sydney CBD — you are at a higher risk of developing musculoskeletal pain. At Burwood Physio, we see dozens of desk workers each week with preventable and treatable conditions caused by prolonged sitting and screen use.
Common Problems We See in Desk Workers
- Lower back pain — caused by prolonged sitting, anterior pelvic tilt and weak hip stabilisers
- Neck pain and stiffness — from forward head posture looking at screens
- Tension headaches and cervicogenic headaches — originating in the upper cervical spine
- Shoulder tension — from elevated shoulders and poor thoracic posture
- Wrist and forearm pain — repetitive strain from typing and mouse use
What Physiotherapy Can Do for You
Our physiotherapists perform a thorough assessment of your posture, movement patterns and workstation ergonomics. We then design a personalised treatment plan that typically includes hands-on therapy to relieve pain, targeted exercises to correct muscle imbalances, and advice on workstation setup and movement habits.
Workstation Assessment
If your employer allows it, we can also assess your workstation setup and provide specific recommendations on chair height, monitor position, keyboard placement and movement breaks to prevent injury recurring.
Book a Desk Worker Physio Assessment
Do not wait until the pain becomes debilitating. Early physiotherapy intervention prevents minor issues becoming major ones. Book online or call 02 8322 9022. Shop 2, 36-38 Victoria St East, Burwood NSW 2134.
Reviewed by the Burwood Physio Clinical Team
BPhty (Hons) | AHPRA Registered Physiotherapists | Member, Australian Physiotherapy Association
Our clinical team has over 20 years of combined experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, sports rehabilitation, and pain management. All content is reviewed for clinical accuracy and updated in line with current evidence-based practice guidelines. Meet our team →
