Hands-on physiotherapy • Perth & regional WA

Physiotherapy for pain relief, mobility & wellness

Looking for hands-on physiotherapy in Perth or regional WA? Our AHPRA-registered physiotherapists provide firm manual therapy, dry needling where appropriate, and clear rehabilitation planning. As a result, your care can be tailored to your symptoms, goals, and day-to-day function.

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Mount Pleasant & Belmont clinics

Regional WA appointments

Evidence-informed care

VALD strength testing available

What you can expect

How we help

Our approach is practical and transparent. We assess your presentation, treat where appropriate, and then plan your next steps with clear guidance and measurable progress.

Assess

Clear assessment & explanation

We identify contributing factors and explain what may be happening in plain language, aligned to your goals.

Treat

Hands-on treatment (when suitable)

Manual therapy and dry needling may be used where appropriate, with comfort, consent and technique selection front-of-mind.

Rehab

Rehabilitation you can stick to

Targeted exercises that fit your schedule—progressed over time to support confidence, capacity and function.

Measure

Objective progress tracking (VALD)

Where useful, VALD ForceDecks and Dynamo testing can help measure strength, side-to-side differences, and progress over time.

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Common presentations

Physiotherapy for common aches, pains & injuries

We see a wide range of musculoskeletal concerns. After assessing your presentation, your physiotherapist tailors care to your goals, symptoms, and activity demands.

Back pain and stiffness

Neck pain and posture-related discomfort

Shoulder pain (lifting, sport, sleep aggravation)

Hip and groin pain

Knee pain (running, stairs, sport)

Ankle pain and sprains

Tendon pain (Achilles, patellar, gluteal)

Sports injuries and recurring flare-ups

Workplace and ergonomic-related concerns

Post-surgical rehabilitation (where appropriate)

Note: Not all techniques are suitable for all presentations. Your physiotherapist will discuss options and obtain consent before any hands-on treatment.

Objective Strength & Performance Testing

VALD testing (ForceDecks & Dynamo)

At our clinic, we use VALD performance testing systems, including ForceDecks and Dynamo, to support precise, objective strength assessments. This gives a clear starting point and can also be repeated over time to track change. Objective testing may also help guide return-to-activity planning and support performance goals using real data. First, this provides clear baseline information; then, it can be repeated to track change over time. In addition, objective testing can help guide return-to-activity planning and support performance goals using real data.

Testing is guided by a physiotherapist, and the results are explained in plain language so you know what the numbers mean and how they relate to your plan.

Physiotherapist performing VALD strength testing during an assessment in Perth

Testing is guided by a physiotherapist, with results explained clearly.

Why VALD testing?

For example, VALD can be used to measure capacity at the start and, subsequently, track progress during rehabilitation.

To measure strength and power objectively
Track progress throughout rehabilitation
To build a clear baseline

Who is it for?

Similarly, testing can suit different goals—whether you’re rebuilding after injury or aiming to return to sport.

Injury rehabilitation & Post Surgery
Returning to sport
Performance and strength development
Injury prevention
Anyone wanting objective data

ForceDecks testing

In practice, ForceDecks looks at how force is produced and absorbed during weight-bearing tasks such as jumping, landing, and pushing into the ground..

Strength – How much force someone can produce (e.g., how strong their legs are when pushing into the ground).
Balance – How evenly weight is distributed between left and right sides.
Power – How quickly someone can produce force (important for jumping, sprinting, changing direction).
Symmetry – Whether one side is weaker or slower than the other (useful after injury).
Landing control – How well someone absorbs force when landing from a jump (helps assess injury risk and rehab progress).

Dynamo strength testing

Dynamo, by contrast, focuses on isolated strength measures in a controlled and repeatable way.

Muscle strength – Measures how strong a specific muscle or muscle group is (e.g. shoulder, knee, hip).
Side-to-side differences – Shows if one side is weaker than the other.
Injury recovery progress – Tracks strength improvements over time during rehab.
Muscle imbalances – Identifies weak areas that may increase injury risk.
Safe return-to-sport decisions – Provides objective data to guide when someone is ready to return to training or competition.

What to expect

Finally, results are reviewed with you on the day; therefore, the next steps can be planned with clearer direction.

Guided testing based on your goals
Immediate results explained in plain language
Repeat at key stages to track progress

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We listen first

To begin, we discuss your symptoms, goals, and what seems to aggravate or ease things.

We assess movement & capacity

Next, targeted tests help us understand what to prioritise.

Hands-on treatment (when suitable)

Where appropriate, manual therapy and/or dry needling may be used.

Rehab plan you can follow

From there, you’ll leave with clear next steps and progression.

Progress tracking

Finally, we reassess and may use objective measures when helpful.

Practical info

Payment options & referrals

If you’re unsure what applies to you, book an initial physiotherapy consultation so we can guide you on the day.

Private health

Please bring your private health insurance if your policy includes physiotherapy. Rebates vary by fund and cover level.

Medicare (GPCCMP)
If you have a Chronic Condition Management plan from your GP, you may be eligible for the Medicare rebate. * Please note conditions apply

Workers compensation

If your injury is work-related, bring your claim details (if available). Requirements can vary depending on insurer and referral pathway * Please note conditions apply.

Motor vehicle injury claims (ICWA)

If you’re attending under an ICWA claim, bring your claim number and any referral documents where required. * Please note conditions apply.

Quick note: If you have paperwork (referral letters, care plans, claim details), bringing it to your appointment helps us keep admin simple and your time focused on care.

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FAQ

Physiotherapy FAQs

If you still have questions, book an initial consult, and together we’ll talk through the best next steps for you.

What happens in the first appointment?

We start by discussing your symptoms and goals, and then complete an assessment to understand what may be contributing. Where appropriate, treatment may be provided on the day, so you leave with a clear plan for the next steps.

Do I need a GP referral?

A GP referral is not required for private physiotherapy. A referral may be needed for certain pathways such as Medicare CDM/EPC or some claims.

Do you offer dry needling?

Dry needling may be offered by a trained physiotherapist where appropriate. Your physio will discuss options and obtain consent before any treatment.

Can I use private health insurance?

If your policy includes physiotherapy, you may be able to claim a rebate. Rebates vary depending on your fund and level of cover.

Do you accept Medicare CDM/EPC plans?

If you have a Chronic Disease Management plan from your GP, you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate. A gap fee may apply.

What is VALD testing and when is it useful?

VALD testing (ForceDecks and Dynamo) provides objective strength and performance data. It may be useful for tracking rehabilitation progress, comparing sides, and informing return-to-activity planning where appropriate.

What should I bring to my appointment?

If you have imaging or specialist letters, bring them along. If you’re attending under a care plan or claim, bring the relevant paperwork. Comfortable clothing can help if we need to assess movement.

What is your cancellation policy?

If you need to change your appointment, please contact us as early as possible so we can offer the time to another client.

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Mount Pleasant • Belmont • Newman • Wongan Hills • Koorda

Physiotherapy for pain relief, mobility & wellness