Mr Dougal Hicks is a physiotherapist in Alexandria, NSW. He works from Shop 6 2-10 Fountain Street, Alexandria NSW 2015, and helps people get back to better movement and less pain. If you’ve been dealing with aches, stiffness, or trouble using a joint normally, he’ll usually start by taking the time to understand what’s going on for you and what you’re trying to get back to.
In his sessions, Mr Hicks focuses on hands-on physical therapy and practical rehab. This can include joint mobilisation, muscle strengthening exercises, and guidance on how to move in a safer, more helpful way. Over time, the aim is to build strength and confidence, not just manage symptoms for a short while.
He commonly works with people who have ongoing pain or movement problems. That might be from an injury, day-to-day strain, or a body that just doesn’t feel like it used to. Many clients come in because they want a clear plan they can follow. Others just want someone to sort out what’s causing the pain and help them get moving again with less fear and fewer flare-ups.
Exercise forms a big part of the care. Mr Hicks can help set up an exercise program that fits around your routine and goals. Sometimes that means starting gently, then building up slowly as your body adapts. At other times, it’s about finding the right kind of strengthening and movement work so your joints and muscles don’t keep getting stuck in the same patterns.
For pain management, the focus is usually on more than one thing at once. In many cases, that includes hands-on techniques, movement tips, and specific exercises aimed at improving how the area is coping. He also talks through what to do on the days between appointments, so you’re not left guessing.
Mr Hicks’ education details and research or clinical trial involvement weren’t listed, so the best place to start is simply the clinic. If you’re looking for a physiotherapist in Alexandria who keeps things straightforward and practical, you can book an appointment to discuss your needs and what support would suit you.