Julia Creek and the McKinlay Shire are cattle country, with long distances between properties and services. Telephysio Australia brings a physiotherapist to you by video, so you can get an injury assessed without the trip to Mount Isa.

Physio access in Julia Creek: The Julia Creek hospital provides a public physio service, but there's no private physio in town. The nearest private clinics are in Mount Isa, about 250 km west. (Source: Healthdirect service finder, checked September 2026.)

Why people in Julia Creek use telehealth physio

• Mount Isa is about 250 km away, a long round trip for one appointment.

• Graziers and station hands can book around mustering and yard work.

• Transport workers can fit a session in between runs.

Common problems we help with in Julia Creek

• Lower back pain from lifting, yard work and long hours in the saddle or on the bike

• Shoulder and neck pain from repetitive handling

• Knee and ankle injuries on uneven ground

• Neck and back pain from long drives

Every session is with a qualified, AHPRA-registered physiotherapist. We assess the problem, explain what's going on, and build an exercise and self-management plan you can do at home or on site. If we think you need a scan or a face-to-face review, we'll tell you and help you arrange it.

For employers in Julia Creek

Local industries like cattle grazing, transport and nearby mining carry a high risk of musculoskeletal injury. Getting injured workers seen early matters. Research from Monash University found workers who saw a physiotherapist within 7 days of injury had a median of 8.0 weeks off work, compared with 34.7 weeks for those who waited more than 30 days (Mekonnen et al., BMC Public Health, 2025). Telephysio Australia helps Julia Creek employers get workers assessed within days, not weeks, with clear reporting for your WHS and return to work team.

How to book

• With a GP plan: If your GP sets up a chronic condition management plan, eligible patients can have physio sessions with no gap fee.

• Private: Book directly. Private health extras may cover telehealth physio, so check with your fund.

• Through your employer: If your workplace has an early intervention arrangement with us, you don't need a claim number to get started.

• Workers compensation: Tell us about your claim when you book and we'll work with your case manager.

All you need is a phone, tablet or computer with a camera and a reasonable internet connection. Book a telehealth session.