Knee Osteoarthritis Program
Physiotherapy-led program to reduce pain, improve strength and help you stay active in the things you love.
Swipe your health fund card at reception. Your fund pays its part and we cover the rest. With eligible physio extras cover, there is nothing to pay on the day.
Why patients choose it
We claim your rebate on the spot through HICAPS.
Come week to week. Stop at any point.
You can book directly with your physiotherapist.
For eligible patients with private health cover.
The Strong Knees Program
01
We assess your knee, strength and movement to understand the cause of your pain.
02
Build strength, stability and confidence with a personalised exercise program.
03
Move better in daily life and get back to the activities you enjoy.
Eligible patients pay
$0
gap for sessions*
* No gap applies to eligible patients with physiotherapy extras cover. We claim your rebate on the spot through HICAPS and waive any remaining gap for program sessions. Cover, limits and waiting periods vary by fund and policy. Standard fees apply without eligible extras cover. The online booking screen displays our standard fee.
It means you pay nothing on the day.
This applies if your health fund policy includes physiotherapy (often called “extras” cover). Not sure whether yours does? Ring us on (02) 8964 6698 before you book and we will check it for you.
Meet your physiotherapist
BHealthSc, MPhysio · AHPRA registered
Physiotherapist
Krystal leads the Strong Knees Program at St Leonards. Every session is one-on-one: your knee, your pace, your goals.
She builds the program around what you want to get back to, not just what hurts.
You have been diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis or have ongoing knee pain.
Pain or stiffness with stairs, walking, exercise or getting out of a chair.
You want to build strength and confidence to keep doing the things you love.
74%
of surgery candidates avoided knee replacement for 12+ months after a 12-week exercise program.
Skou et al, 2015
You are in safe, experienced hands. Our physiotherapists have guided thousands of Sydneysiders through knee pain and back to moving well.
17,584+
Patients cared for
195,957+
Treatments delivered
2012
Caring for the North Shore since
North Shore Local Business AwardsWinner 2019 · Finalist 2018 and 2020 to 2026
Australian Small Business Champion AwardsFinalist 2022 to 2026
Preferred provider with HCF, Medibank, Bupa and nib. HICAPS on-the-spot claiming for program sessions.
Led by Krystal Lam · BHealthSc, MPhysio · AHPRA registered
Preferred provider arrangements and rebate amounts vary by fund and policy. Check your level of cover with your health fund.
The Strong Knees Program runs from our St Leonards clinic, an established Sydney practice founded in 2012. Our multidisciplinary team of physiotherapists and chiropractors delivers evidence-based, movement-focused care, and the program is led personally by physiotherapist Krystal Lam.
One of seven Tensegrity Sports Clinics across Sydney. The Strong Knees Program runs from St Leonards.
Ground Floor, 21 Chandos Street, St Leonards NSW 2065. Open six days a week.
Let’s build strength, reduce pain and keep you moving.
Book nowSt Leonards Physiotherapy · Tensegrity Clinics
* No gap applies to program sessions for patients with eligible physiotherapy extras cover. We claim your rebate on the spot through HICAPS and waive any remaining gap. Cover, annual limits and waiting periods vary by health fund and policy. Standard fees apply without eligible extras cover. The online booking screen displays our standard fee.
Individual results vary. This page is general information only and is not a substitute for individual assessment or advice from a registered health practitioner. Your physiotherapist will advise whether the program is appropriate for you.
Sources: Australian Institute of Health and Welfare; RACGP HANDI; Skou et al, 2015.
