Physiotherapy
GHCA physiotherapists work with people of all ages on strength, balance, mobility and getting back to the activities that matter. Sessions are planned around your goals and can take place in your own home.
Physiotherapy Built Around Your Everyday Life
Our physiotherapists start by understanding your goals, your home and your routines. They then put together a plan that may include exercises, balance work, advice on equipment and practical strategies you can keep using between sessions.
- An assessment of how you move, your strength and your balance
- A home exercise program you can follow between visits
- Advice on walking aids and equipment
- Regular reviews so your plan keeps up with you
Areas Our Physiotherapists Support
Your physiotherapist will talk with you about your goals, what to expect and any risks before starting.
Physiotherapy at Every Age
Older Australians
Support to stay active, steady and independent at home, including through Support at Home.
NDIS Participants
Physiotherapy that links to your NDIS goals, from daily mobility to taking part in your community.
Children and Families
Fun, play based sessions with parents and carers involved every step of the way.
How Physiotherapy Can Be Funded
The right option depends on your eligibility, your plan and your preferences.
Support at Home
Physiotherapy is a clinical support under Support at Home. The government fully funds clinical supports, so there is no participant contribution for them.
- Must be approved in your support plan
- Comes from your quarterly budget
- Also available through the Restorative Care Pathway
Your care partner can help arrange physiotherapy within your budget.
NDIS
Physiotherapy can be funded from the capacity building supports in your NDIS plan when it relates to your disability and goals.
- NDIA managed, plan managed and self managed participants
- Sessions linked to your NDIS goals
- Our NDIS Provider Number is 4050030708
Call the NDIS on 1800 800 110 to add GHCA as your provider.
Medicare
A GP Chronic Condition Management Plan can give you Medicare rebates for some allied health services, including physiotherapy.
- Your GP must refer you
- Up to 5 allied health services a calendar year, shared across all types
- Up to 10 a year for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Ask us whether Medicare rebates apply to your appointments.
What to Expect From Physiotherapy
Make a Referral
Send a referral online or call 1300 157 715 and tell us about your funding.
Home Assessment
Your physiotherapist looks at how you move, your goals and your home set up.
Your Exercise Plan
Together you agree on goals and a plan you can follow between sessions.
Sessions and Review
You work through the plan and review progress, adjusting it as things change.
Physiotherapy in the Place You Know Well
Practising in your own home means exercises fit the stairs, chairs and spaces you use every day. Family members and carers are welcome to join so everyone knows how to help.
Questions first? Call us on 1300 157 715.
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Ready to Start Physiotherapy?
Our team is available Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. Call 1300 157 715 or send us a referral.