August is Tradies National Health Month, and here at The Healthy Body Company, we’re focusing on supporting one of the most important groups in our community with physically demanding jobs : tradies.
Whether you’re on-site in Penrith, finishing a roof in Jordan Springs, renovating a home in Caringbah, or handling plumbing jobs around Mount Annan, one thing is clear — your work is tough on your body.
Over 90% of tradies experienced work-related injuries or pain in the past year.
A recent national survey of tradies has revealed some confronting figures:
Over 90% of tradies experienced work-related injuries or pain in the past year.
90% of these injuries were caused or made worse by their work.
76% reported that pain significantly impacts their quality of life.
42% described their pain as severe, with some suffering for months or even years.
87% use medication or self-medicate to manage pain – and 30% resort to drugs or alcohol.
24% fear they will need to retire early due to the toll on their body.
These numbers paint a clear picture – physiotherapy isn’t a luxury, it’s essential.
Our physiotherapists meet our patients where they are and are focused on supporting them to get back to the activities that they need to be doing.
Physiotherapy can be transformative for tradies, addressing common, persistent problems and preventing small issues from becoming big setbacks. Importantly – your physio needs to understand the requirements of your work and manage your condition accordingly. If taking time out is not an option, we can help you work around your issue until it is resolved.
Here’s how seeing a physio can make all the difference:
Learn proper lifting techniques, posture support, and movement strategies to reduce strain and injury on-site.
Addressing that niggling back, knee or shoulder pain early helps prevent long-term complications or loss of work.
Effective pain management restores your mobility, improves sleep, and helps you stay active with family and friends – not just on the job.
Your body changes over time. Physios help you work smarter, not harder, by adjusting your movement and strengthening key areas as you age.
Across our clinics in Penrith, Jordan Springs, Mount Annan and Caringbah, we regularly help tradies manage:
Lower back pain – from lifting, twisting or constant heavy loads
Knee pain – from kneeling, climbing and repetitive movements
Shoulder injuries – from overhead work, carrying, or tool use
Neck strain and headaches – often from poor posture or tightness
Overuse injuries – from long-term tool or machinery use
We understand your schedule is packed. That’s why we offer:
Early morning and after-hours appointments
Hands-on treatment and rehab programs
Personalised plans that match your trade’s demands
Easy online bookings – no referral needed
Our team has helped countless tradies get back on the tools quickly and safely, with long-term strategies to keep them there.
Don’t let pain control your life or your career. The best tradies we know maintain their most important tool — their body.
Let us help you keep working, moving, and living pain-free.
Book Your Physio Appointment Now
Available at Penrith, Jordan Springs, Mount Annan and Caringbah.
