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Leading Experts in Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy on the Central Coast

At Hills Street Sports Medicine, we offer dedicated support for individuals experiencing heart and lung-related conditions. Our experienced cardiorespiratory physiotherapist provides tailored treatments designed to manage and improve symptoms such as breathlessness, persistent coughing, increased effort in breathing, and reduced exercise tolerance.

Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy

Involves the treatment of conditions that affect the heart and lungs. Our Physiotherapists are trained in the treatment of these conditions and the associated impairments that may include, shortness of breath, persistent coughing, increased work of breathing and reduced capacity to exercise. Our Physiotherapists can assist with: Deep breathing exercises to improve lung volume, Percussions and Vibrations to help loosen secretions, Coughing and breathing strategies to help remove secretions, as well as mobility exercises to ensure you move safely and confidently.

Our Unique Approach in Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy

  • In-Depth Assessment: Our physiotherapists use advanced tools like ActivForce to assess strength, mobility, and support systems, helping identify the root cause of your cardiorespiratory condition for precise, effective treatment.
  • Clear Education: We break down your cardiorespiratory conditions, treatment options, and recovery journey with clear, visual guidance—keeping you informed, confident, and supported every step of the way.
  • Hands-On Therapy and Strengthening: Targeted soft tissue therapy, joint mobilisation, and personalised exercises work together to support cardiorespiratory physiotherapy, easing discomfort, enhancing flexibility, and strengthening your foundation for confident, pain-free movement.
  • Specialised Tools: Our clinic features advanced rehabilitation tools, including resistance bands, kettlebells, and blood flow restriction cuffs, all tailored to enhance cardiorespiratory physiotherapy recovery, restore mobility, and build lasting strength.
  • Home Exercise Programs: With the Physitrack app, we provide personalised cardiorespiratory exercises to help restore strength and mobility—all from the comfort of your home.
  • Referrals: For complex cardiorespiratory cases, we team up with expert orthopaedic partners or our Exercise Physiologists to deliver tailored rehab programmes that fast-track your recovery.
General Conditioning on the Central Coast

Common Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Conditions We Treat on the Central Coast

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Asthma

Bronchiectasis

Congestive Cardiac Failure (CCF)

Meet Our Physiotherapists

Physiotherapist

Peter
Buffon

peter@hillsstreet.com.au

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Physiotherapist

Denny
Shearwood

denny@hillsstreet.com.au

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Physiotherapist

Todd
Balneaves

todd@hillsstreet.com.au

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A Word from Coasties We’ve Helped

Hills Street Sports Medicine Centre provides Physiotherapy services that focus on total injury management and has been operating since 1987. We are proud to have been offering Physiotherapy services on the Central Coast for the last 35 years.

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Contact Information

Phone:  (02) 4323 2421

Email: admin@hillsstreet.com.au

Postal address:
1 Hills Street, Gosford NSW 2250

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday 7:30am – 7:00pm

Saturday 8:00am – 2:00pm

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Peter Buffon (Senior Sports Physiotherapist, Owner)

Peter graduated from the University of New South Wales in 1980 with a Bachelor of Science majoring in anatomy which was followed with a Post Graduate degree in Physiotherapy from Sydney University in 1981.

In 1982-1983 Peter completed his internship at Gosford District Hospital. It was here that he met his future business partner co-founder of Hills Street Sports Medicine Centre, Denny Shearwood. In 1984 Peter and Denny commenced private practice and are proud to have celebrated 30 years of serving on the central coast in 2014.

In 1990 Peter was among the first group of physiotherapists in Australia to be awarded the prestigious Australian Physiotherapy Association Sports Physiotherapy title.

Peter has completed numerous training programmes and conferences in sports and spinal physiotherapy both in Australia and internationally.

This has included travels to Vienna Austria, Singapore, The University of Florida and The University of California in the United States of America.

Peter has also been extensively involved in physiotherapy sports coverage throughout his career. These have been across the board ranging from local, state and national to a variety of international sports, these include; Rugby League, (Erina Rugby League Football Club, Ourimbah Rugby League Football Club) Rugby Union, (Gosford Rugby Club), NSW country rugby union team, Netball, (Gosford Netball Association) Tennis, (Australian Satellite Tournaments) Hockey, (NSW U/21’s prior to the Australian Championships) Judo (Australian team training camps in Japan and Korea, Asian championships in Taiwan, USA open in palm springs) Soccer, ( Central Coast Football Club, Terrigal Football Club including junior coaching, Central Coast Mariners A-league from 2008-2012, which included travelling domestically and internationally for the Asian Champions League to China, Korea and Japan.

Peter’s personal mission statement is to produce a positive health outcome for every individual and organisation he is involved with. His passion is to ensure the continuation and provision of the highest level of physiotherapy care in a professional and exciting environment at Hills Street Sports Medicine Centre for many years to come.

Personally, Peter’s life outside of physiotherapy is all about his family, his wife Julie and sons Jack and Charlie.

Denny Shearwood (Senior Sports Physiotherapist, Owner)

Having worked for just on 40 years within the Sports Medicine world, Denny can lay title to being one of the most senior and experienced Sports Medicine Physiotherapists in the country. He doesn’t think that age is a barrier within the industry and believes as long as a person still has a passion for what they do and remain relevant, they will have something to offer.

Graduating from Sydney University in 1981, Denny assumed the role of Physiotherapist to the South Sydney Rugby League team. Moving to the Central Coast the following year Denny became one of the founders of Hills Street Sports Medicine Centre in Gosford.

Denny boasts a long and illustrious history of working with both national and state-level athletes and has officiated at many high-level sporting events. The most memorable was becoming a dual Olympian, after being selected on the Australian Medical team for both Sydney and Athens Olympics.

Denny was amongst the first cohort of Physiotherapists to be awarded the coveted title of APA Sports Physiotherapist.

Denny would not trade a single moment of his work with high profile events and athletes, but it is without hesitation that he states the work he has done on a local level has been the most fruitful and fulfilling. He is currently involved as an honorary physiotherapist for his beloved Terrigal Rugby League Club which he has been involved with since 1983.

Todd Balneaves (Physiotherapist)

B.App.Sc (Phty) – APA Member

Todd Balneaves is a Central Coast local and is in his 7th year working here at Hills Street. Todd is an experienced member of the team, starting with us as a Physio assistant while undertaking his study. This allowed him to gain great insight into the dynamics of Hills Street and provided the opportunity to surround himself with experienced clinicians and specialists. 

Todd graduated with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) from the University of Sydney in 2018. Since then, he has been helping Coasties move better and get back to what they love doing most. Todd has a true passion for treating musculoskeletal injuries and this stems back to his experiences in elite sports. Having played football at a high level, Todd experienced many injuries himself and was a frequent patient at Hills Street.

Todd is experienced in all musculoskeletal injuries, however, he has taken a keen interest in shoulder, knee and ankle injuries. He has undertaken further training and education on the shoulder joint and enjoys the challenging presentations. With his experience in elite sports, he thoroughly enjoys helping athletes get back on the field and understands what it takes to prepare and manage someone for elite sport. However, at the same time, he gets equal satisfaction in helping those with niggling back pain get back to their gardening, or helping an injured worker get back to their job. 

With a strong focus on evidence-based practice, Todd frequently keeps up with the latest journal articles and research papers. He implements the latest evidence-based treatment with his clients to provide them with the best patient-centred care. On the weekends, you will see Todd out playing soccer in the local competition, listening to podcasts, enjoying time out on the water jet skiing or wakeboarding, and watching sports, particularly his beloved Liverpool FC play.