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Advanced Spine & Orthopedic Physical Therapy in Jacksonville
Australian Physiotherapy is Jacksonville's leader in advanced spine care, cervicogenic headache treatment, and dizziness rehabilitation. Our approach combines evidence-based manual therapy with targeted neuromuscular re-education to address complex neck-related disorders. With over 24 years of clinical experience, our lead clinician is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist, recognized nationally for expertise in spine-related pain. We specialize in research-backed protocols developed in Australia, including the Maitland-Australian and Mulligan methods, to deliver faster, safer relief. Our practice emphasizes direct access to care under Florida law, allowing patients to begin treatment without a prescription.We treat a full range of orthopedic conditions, from sciatica to Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, with personalized programs that include core stabilization, joint mobilization, and proprioceptive rehabilitation. Our team's credentials include training under internationally acclaimed researchers like Dr. Carolyn Richardson and Dr. Gwen Jull, ensuring patients receive cutting-edge treatments proven through randomized clinical trials. We maintain a commitment to transparency, patient education, and measurable outcomes, as evidenced by our extensive library of patient testimonials and free educational resources.
Services
Cervicogenic Headache Relief
Cervicogenic Dizziness Treatment
Sciatica & Lumbar Instability
Shoulder Pain Rehabilitation
Knee Pain Therapy
Ankle/Foot Disorders
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Care
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Balance & Vertigo Therapy
Core Stability Training
Highlights and features
- Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with 24+ years of experience
- Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist trained in Maitland-Australian methods
- Recognized nationally for expertise in spine-related pain and dizziness
- Research-backed protocols developed by Dr. Carolyn Richardson and Dr. Gwen Jull
- Direct access to care under Florida's no-prescription-needed law
What people say
Amazing practitioner
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Expert knowledge
Rapid improvement
Services
Cervicogenic Headache Relief
Specialized diagnostic and treatment protocols address headaches caused by neck dysfunction. Combines gentle joint mobilization of upper cervical facet joints with low-load cervical spine endurance training to retrain muscle control. Based on Dr. Gwen Jull's research from the University of Queensland, this evidence-based approach reduces symptoms by 50% or more in most patients, with results maintained for at least one year. Most patients experience relief within 4-6 visits through this six-week program.
Cervicogenic Dizziness Therapy
Targets dizziness caused by neck disorders through manual therapy and proprioceptive rehabilitation. Addresses malfunctioning mechanoreceptors in neck muscles and joints that disrupt spatial awareness. Includes deep neck flexor retraining to restore stability and control. Combines joint mobilization techniques with neuromuscular re-education to improve balance and reduce vertigo symptoms. Most patients report significant improvement within 1-3 sessions for cervicogenic dizziness and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV).
Core Stability Training
Developed by Dr. Carolyn Richardson, this program redefines core stability through gravity-based exercises. Focuses on retraining deep trunk muscles to stabilize the lumbar spine against gravitational forces. Utilizes specialized Australian equipment to develop sustainable recovery from sciatica and chronic low back instability. Combines posture correction with endurance training to build long-term spinal resilience. Proven effective through randomized controlled trials showing maintained results for two years post-treatment.
Shoulder Pain Rehabilitation
Specialized manual therapy techniques combined with therapeutic exercise improve shoulder range of motion and decrease pain. Addresses rotator cuff disorders, instability, arthritis, and frozen shoulder conditions. Board-certified orthopedic specialists perform precise joint mobilizations and neuromuscular re-education. Treatment protocols integrate Maitland-Australian and Mulligan methods proven through randomized clinical trials. Most patients report relief within 1-3 visits when combining manual therapy with targeted exercise programs.
Knee Pain Treatment
Comprehensive care for ligament injuries, meniscal tears, and osteoarthritis using Australian manual therapy techniques. Combines joint mobilization with neuromuscular re-education to restore function and reduce pain. Treats acute injuries and chronic conditions like patellofemoral pain syndrome. Utilizes evidence-based protocols demonstrating faster recovery when combining manual therapy with therapeutic exercise. Effective for post-surgical rehabilitation and non-operative management of knee disorders.
People
Marrow Burnette
Owner/Therapist
Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with 24 years of experience. Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist trained in Maitland-Australian methods. Instructor of manual therapy with over 100 continuing education courses taught. Recognized nationally for expertise in spine-related pain and dizziness rehabilitation. Trained directly under Dr. Gwen Jull and Dr. Carolyn Richardson, pioneers in cervicogenic headache and core stability research.
Questions
What makes your cervicogenic headache treatment different?
Our six-week program combines joint mobilization of upper cervical facet joints with low-load endurance training based on Dr. Gwen Jull's research, proven to reduce symptoms by 50% or more with lasting results.
Can physical therapy help dizziness caused by neck problems?
Yes, we specialize in cervicogenic dizziness treatment through manual therapy and proprioceptive rehabilitation that addresses malfunctioning neck mechanoreceptors causing balance disorders.
What is Gravity Fitness core stability training?
Developed by Dr. Carolyn Richardson, this gravity-based program retrains deep trunk muscles to stabilize the spine, proven effective for sciatica and chronic low back instability through clinical trials.
Do I need a prescription to start treatment?
No, Florida law allows direct access to physical therapy for 30 days without a physician's prescription, saving time and reducing healthcare costs.
How many sessions are typically needed for improvement?
Most patients experience meaningful improvement within 3-6 visits for back pain, 4-6 sessions for headaches, and 1-3 sessions for vertigo conditions like BPPV.
What credentials does your staff hold?
Our lead clinician is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist, and continuing education instructor trained directly by leading researchers in Australia.
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