Are you increasingly relying on painkillers to get through the day?
If you’re reaching for painkillers more often than you’d like—just to get through work, sleep, or everyday activities—it might be time to consider a different approach.
Pain relief shouldn’t have to come from a packet.
At Exercise Physio Burwood, we support people who are ready to move beyond short-term fixes and start addressing pain at its source.
Painkillers Can Mask the Problem—But They Don’t Treat the Cause
While pain medications can provide temporary relief, they rarely address what’s causing the pain. Over time, this can actually delay recovery or make symptoms worse.
What Are the Long-Term Risks of Self-Medicating?
Regular, long-term use of over-the-counter or prescription painkillers may lead to:
Increased tolerance: Your body may require higher doses for the same effect
Dependency or overuse: Especially with codeine-based or prescription medication
Gastrointestinal issues: Including ulcers, bloating, and reflux
Liver or kidney strain: Particularly with long-term use of paracetamol or anti-inflammatories
Delayed diagnosis: Masking pain may allow underlying conditions to progress
Avoidance of movement: Fear of re-injury or pain can lead to deconditioning
Pain medication has its place, but it should be part of a broader care plan—not the only strategy.
Common Reasons People Rely on Pain Relief
We regularly see people turning to painkillers for:
Chronic back, neck or joint pain
Headaches or jaw tension
Old injuries that keep resurfacing
Arthritis or joint stiffness
Postural pain from long hours at a desk
Repetitive strain from daily tasks
Many of these conditions respond extremely well to targeted physiotherapy.
What Physiotherapy Can Do
Physiotherapy helps address pain at the root with:
Personalised movement assessments
Tailored strength and rehab programs
Manual therapy and dry needling
Posture correction and ergonomic advice
Long-term strategies for movement, recovery, and pain management
Our goal is to reduce pain, improve movement, and support you in moving away from daily medication reliance.
The Exercise Physio Burwood Difference
As a family-run clinic, we take time to understand your story—not just your symptoms. Whether you’ve been living with pain for months or years, we’ll help you rebuild confidence in your body and take control of your recovery.
