Josh Dickinson – Physiotherapist

Josh Dickinson spends his mornings logging marathon and half-marathon kilometres on the Northern Gold Coast and his days helping runners of every level return to pain-free, efficient movement. As a senior musculoskeletal physiotherapist at UC Physio he combines evidence-based treatment with an athlete’s curiosity for pace, cadence and training load.

Why runners book in with Josh

Josh holds a Bachelor of Exercise Science and a Master of Physiotherapy (both Griffith University) and is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association. His clinical focus spans youth injuries, over-use syndromes, acute strains and the fine art of building resilience between race cycles. Treatment plans may include:

• Personalised exercise programming that complements your current block
• Manual therapy to settle irritated tissue and restore range
• Dry needling and strapping for targeted symptom control
• Strength-and-conditioning progressions to handle higher mileage

Everything is tailored to the runner on the table. No templated worksheets, no “rest until it settles” advice. Josh’s goal is to reduce pain quickly, rebuild load tolerance and return athletes to consistent training with clear self-management strategies.

What to expect in a session

1. Story and assessment Josh asks about training volume, footwear rotation, work posture and previous injuries, then checks mobility, strength and running mechanics.
2. Hands-on treatment Manual techniques and needling calm symptoms so you can move freely.
3. Load-specific rehab Gym or home exercises that respect your next event’s timeline.
4. Education and planning Understand the “why” behind each drill and leave with a step-by-step progression.

Clinic location

Level 1, 21 Coomera Grand Drive
Coomera Grand Shopping Centre, Upper Coomera QLD 4209

Walk beside Rapid Batteries, turn left and head up the stairs or lift to Level 1, UC Physio overlooks the main car park.

Book with Josh

If you’re rehabbing a niggle, chasing a new PB or guiding a junior athlete through rapid growth, Josh offers the mix of clinical expertise and runner’s perspective you need. Secure an appointment via the clinic website:

ucphysio.physio