frequently asked questions
Not unless you wish to claim Medicare rebates under a Chronic Conditions Management (GP CCM) plan, for Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) patients, or for Workers’ Compensation / Motor Vehicle Insurance claims. Please call us for one of these.
Physiotherapists are Primary Care Practitioners, and a GP referral is not required in most cases.
Physiotherapists treat muscles and joints of the body.
This includes the back, neck and also any joint from the hip to the foot (like ankle sprains), and from the shoulder to the hand (like ‘tennis elbow’).
This could be a sports or other injury, or a postural or over-use injury. It can include muscle strains and tears, tendinopathy, or the cause of a bursitis.
Physiotherapy is also important in rehabilitation in both before and after surgery.
Physiotherapists also do chest physiotherapy for people with COPD or in recovery from pneumonia.
Physiotherapy adopts an evidence-based approach to treatment.
Firstly, there is an assessment of the body area in question, in order to formulate a diagnosis, and an effective treatment plan.
Treatment can include: soft tissue massage, strengthening exercises, stretches, education about the injury, advise regarding how to prevent further incidences, & electrotherapy (ultrasound, interferential).
Yes, if you are covered for Physiotherapy then bring your card as we have a HICAPS machine where you can claim on the spot and only pay the difference.
