Are Your Stiff Ankles Causing You Pain?
Learn what causes stiff ankles, how to test your ankle mobility and three simple exercises to improve movement, reduce pain and support better lower limb function.
Read More
Blog
Injured at Work in Brisbane?
Here’s How WorkCover Physiotherapy and Chiropractic at PEAK Can Help You Recover
Recover from your workplace injury with WorkCover physiotherapy and chiropractic at PEAK. Registered WorkCover Queensland providers in Hawthorne and New Farm.
Share this Article:
A workplace injury can stop you in your tracks — physically, mentally, and professionally. Whether it happened in a single moment or crept up over time, the path from injury back to full function can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re also trying to navigate the WorkCover Queensland claims process at the same time.
At Peak Sports and Spine Centre, we treat WorkCover patients every week across our Hawthorne and New Farm clinics. Our job is simple: get you better, get you back, and make the process as straightforward as possible. Here’s what you need to know.
What Is WorkCover Queensland and How Does It Work?
WorkCover Queensland is the state’s workers’ compensation scheme. If you’ve been injured at work — whether that’s a muscle strain, a spinal injury, a repetitive strain condition, or something more complex — you may be entitled to covered treatment at no out-of-pocket cost to you.
To access treatment, you’ll generally need to:
- Report the injury to your employer as soon as possible after it occurs
- See your GP and obtain a WorkCover medical certificate (also called a work capacity certificate)
- Lodge a claim with WorkCover Queensland — your employer or GP can help you with this
- Get your claim number — once your claim is approved, you’ll receive a claim number that allows you to start treatment
Once you have an approved claim, WorkCover Queensland pre-approves the first six treatment sessions with a registered provider — meaning you can start physiotherapy quickly, without waiting for further paperwork to clear.
WorkCover Physiotherapy at PEAK
Our physiotherapists are registered WorkCover Queensland providers. From your very first session, we focus on what matters most: understanding your injury, reducing your pain, and building a clear recovery plan that gets you back to work and back to life.
WorkCover physiotherapy at PEAK may include:
Initial assessment
a thorough evaluation of your injury, movement, and function
Manual therapy
hands-on treatment to reduce pain and restore mobility
Exercise rehabilitation
targeted strength and conditioning programs to rebuild capacity
Return-to-work planning
working with you, your employer, and WorkCover to identify suitable duties and milestones
Provider Management Plan (PMP)
if your recovery requires more than the initial approved sessions, we prepare and submit this on your behalf
“We bill WorkCover Queensland directly. For approved claims, there are no gap fees for physiotherapy services.”
WorkCover Chiropractic at PEAK
If your GP has specified chiropractic care as part of your treatment, our chiropractors can see you under your WorkCover Queensland claim. Chiropractic is covered where it has been directed by your treating doctor, and our team is experienced in treating the kinds of musculoskeletal injuries that commonly occur in the workplace — spinal conditions, neck and upper back injuries, joint dysfunction, and postural problems that develop from repetitive work tasks or manual handling.
Not sure whether your GP’s referral covers chiropractic?
Give us a call and we’ll help you work out what your claim covers before you book.
WorkCover chiropractic at PEAK focuses on restoring function, not just reducing symptoms. Every treatment plan is evidence-based and designed around your specific injury, your job demands, and your goals for recovery.
Why Choose PEAK for Your WorkCover Treatment?
We’re not a revolving-door clinic. At PEAK, you’re an Athlete — not a file number — and every Coach on our team is committed to your full recovery, not just your next appointment.
Here’s what that looks like in practice:
- Multidisciplinary team under one roof — physiotherapy and chiropractic working together, with a shared view of your health and a coordinated recovery plan
- No referral needed once your claim is approved — just call us, bring your claim number, and we’ll handle the rest
- Flexible appointment times across our Hawthorne and New Farm locations
- Direct billing to WorkCover Queensland — for approved claims, you pay nothing out of pocket
- Experienced, registered providers who understand the WorkCover process and can communicate directly with your claims representative when needed
Common Workplace Injuries We Treat
Our Coaches treat a wide range of work-related injuries, including:
- Back and neck injuries from manual handling, lifting, or prolonged sitting
- Shoulder injuries including rotator cuff strains and impingement
- Knee and lower limb injuries
- Repetitive strain and overuse injuries of the wrist, elbow, and forearm
- Postural injuries associated with desk-based work
If you’re unsure whether your injury qualifies or whether PEAK can help, call us — we’re happy to talk it through before you book.
Ready to Start Your Recovery?
Book your initial WorkCover consultation at our Hawthorne or New Farm clinic today.
Need WorkCover Treatment?
Book an Appointment →