Dr David Qi Wu – Expert in arthritic pain

Meet Dr. David Wu

Medical Doctor, Pain Scientist, and Principal Physiotherapist

Hi, I’m David, the Director of Goodna Physiotherapy Clinic and Sunnybank Central Physiotherapy. I offer a different kind of physiotherapy—one that combines my background as a medical doctor and a pain researcher with hands-on physical therapy. My goal is to give you a clearer diagnosis and a more effective path to living pain-free.

Specialist Knowledge in Arthritis and Joint Pain

Many people struggle with long-term joint pain without ever knowing the “why” behind it. I have spent over a decade in North America researching exactly how arthritis affects the body and the brain:

• Ankylosing Spondylitis (Spinal Arthritis): At the University of Toronto, I studied how this condition affects the brain’s pain signals and causes extreme tiredness.

• Osteoarthritis (Wear and Tear): My PhD research at McMaster University focused on how joint damage changes the way your nerves send pain messages.

• Award-Winning Care: My work in this field was recognized with the Canadian Arthritis Network Award, meaning the techniques I use are backed by world-class science.

The “David Wu” Difference: Why See Me?

Because I am trained as both a doctor and a physiotherapist, I look at your health from a wider lens:

• Expert Diagnosis: I look deeper than just where it hurts to find the root cause of your injury, pathology, and long-term outlook.

• Beyond Just “Exercises”: I don’t just give you a sheet of stretches. I use my medical background to explain how pain, your nerves, and your mind all work together in your recovery.

• The Right Connections: If your condition requires a specialist or a different medical approach, I have the medical training to ensure you are referred to the right professional quickly.

My 3-Step Path to Recovery

I believe in a balanced approach. Some clinics only do exercises; others only do massage. I combine the best of both:

1. Quick Pain Relief: In our first sessions, I use “hands-on” therapy (like joint moving and massage) and advanced tools (like shockwave, laser, and dry needling) to help you feel better fast.

2. Home Care: I teach you simple ways to manage your pain at home so the relief we achieve in the clinic actually lasts.

3. Lasting Strength: Once you are feeling better, I coach you through specific “therapeutic exercises” to fix muscle weakness and correct your posture so the pain doesn’t come back.

Education & Credentials

AHPRA Registered Physiotherapist (Registration # PHY0002077160)

Don’t live with pain any longer. Call 3216 9677 to discuss how my medical and research experience can help you get back to the life you love.