Adult Allied Health Services Adelaide
Thrive Health Therapies provides physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech pathology for adults across metropolitan Adelaide.
Appointments are available at our accessible Findon clinic, in homes and community settings, and via telehealth where appropriate. Some adult physiotherapy and occupational therapy services are also available in the Adelaide Hills.
Our experienced allied health professionals provide practical, individualised support based on your needs, goals and everyday life.
Our Adult Allied Health Services
Adults may need allied health support following an injury, illness or operation, or while living with disability, a neurological condition, chronic health condition or changes associated with ageing.
Our adult services include:
Physiotherapy
Occupational therapy
Speech pathology
Assessments and reports
Individual therapy and rehabilitation
Assistive technology assessments
Home modification assessments
Functional capacity assessments
Manual handling assessments and plans
Communication assessments and therapy
Feeding and swallowing assessments
Home and community-based services
Telehealth appointments where appropriate
Collaboration between disciplines when a person accesses more than one Thrive service
You do not need to know which service you require before contacting us. Tell our team about your needs and we can help direct your referral to the most appropriate clinician.
Adult Physiotherapy Adelaide
Our Adelaide physiotherapists support adults to improve their movement, strength, balance, mobility and physical function.
Physiotherapy may help you work towards goals such as moving more confidently, maintaining independence, returning to activities, managing physical symptoms or participating more fully at home and in the community.
Our adult physiotherapy services include:
Neurological rehabilitation
Strength and exercise programs
Balance and falls prevention
Walking and gait rehabilitation
Transfer practice
Mobility assessments
Hydrotherapy
Pain management
Cardiorespiratory fitness and endurance
Post-surgical rehabilitation
Home exercise programs
Assistive technology assessments
Walking aid assessment and prescription
Manual handling assessments
Manual handling plans and training
Support worker and carer education
Physiotherapy is available at our accessible rehabilitation clinic and gym in Findon, in homes and community settings across Adelaide, at hydrotherapy pools and via telehealth where appropriate.
Learn More About Adult Physiotherapy
When Might an Adult Benefit From Physiotherapy?
You may consider seeing a physiotherapist if you:
Have difficulty walking or moving around
Have experienced a reduction in your strength or fitness
Feel unsteady or have experienced falls
Need assistance with transfers
Have a neurological condition affecting your movement
Are adjusting to a new mobility aid or prosthesis
Experience pain that affects your daily activities
Are recovering following an injury, illness or operation
Want to maintain your mobility and independence
Need a home exercise or rehabilitation program
Require a manual handling assessment or plan
Would benefit from physiotherapist-led hydrotherapy
Your physiotherapist will assess your abilities, current challenges and goals before recommending an individualised plan.
Adult Occupational Therapy Adelaide
Our Adelaide occupational therapists support adults to participate safely and independently in everyday activities.
Occupational therapy focuses on the activities you need or want to complete and the environments in which you complete them. This may include personal care, domestic activities, work, study, community access, relationships, leisure and managing daily routines.
Our adult occupational therapy services include:
Functional capacity assessments
Assistive technology assessments
Wheelchair and seating assessments
Mobility scooter assessments
Home modification assessments
Complex home modifications
Home and living assessments
Daily living and self-care assessments
Supported Independent Living assessments
Individualised Living Options assessments
Manual handling assessments
Functional vision assessments
Cognitive assessments and rehabilitation
Fatigue and energy-conservation strategies
Capacity-building therapy
Support with routines and executive functioning
Carer and support worker education
Home safety and falls-prevention strategies
Adult occupational therapy is primarily provided in the environments where everyday activities occur, including homes, workplaces and community settings. Clinic and telehealth appointments may also be available where appropriate.
Learn More About Adult Occupational Therapy
When Might an Adult Benefit From Occupational Therapy?
You may consider seeing an occupational therapist if you:
Find personal care or household activities difficult
Need support to develop or maintain independence
Require assistive technology or mobility equipment
Need changes made to your home
Require an assessment of your everyday function
Need evidence for NDIS planning or funding decisions
Are considering different home and living supports
Experience cognitive, sensory or executive functioning difficulties
Need support with routines, planning or task completion
Have experienced changes in your vision
Need strategies to manage fatigue
Require assistance to participate in work, study or the community
Need guidance for family members, carers or support workers
Your occupational therapist will consider your abilities, environment, daily activities, support needs and goals before discussing suitable recommendations.
Adult Speech Pathology Adelaide
Our Adelaide speech pathologists support adults with communication, cognitive-communication, eating, drinking and swallowing.
Communication difficulties can affect a person’s ability to express themselves, understand information, participate in conversations, maintain relationships or manage everyday tasks.
Our adult speech pathology services may include:
Speech assessments and therapy
Language and communication assessments
Aphasia rehabilitation
Dysarthria and motor speech therapy
Apraxia of speech therapy
Cognitive-communication assessments
Memory and communication strategies
Voice assessment and therapy
Fluency support
Social communication support
Augmentative and alternative communication
Communication devices and systems
Swallowing assessments
Mealtime management
Feeding and swallowing therapy
Communication partner training
Carer and support worker education
Appointments may be provided at our Findon clinic, in homes and community settings across metropolitan Adelaide, or via telehealth where clinically appropriate.
Learn More About Adult Speech Pathology
When Might an Adult Benefit From Speech Pathology?
You may consider seeing a speech pathologist if you:
Have difficulty finding or expressing words
Have trouble understanding spoken or written information
Find it difficult to speak clearly
Have experienced changes to your voice
Need assistance communicating after a stroke or brain injury
Experience cognitive difficulties affecting communication
Use limited speech and may benefit from another communication method
Have difficulty participating in conversations
Cough or choke when eating or drinking
Have difficulty chewing or swallowing
Experience food or drinks becoming stuck
Have had recurrent chest infections that may relate to swallowing
Need a mealtime management plan
Require communication or swallowing strategies for support workers
Changes to speech, language or swallowing can occur following neurological conditions, illness, injury or surgery. A speech pathology assessment can identify your strengths, clarify your needs and guide appropriate recommendations.
New or sudden changes in speech, communication or swallowing may require urgent medical assessment.
Where We Provide Adult Allied Health Services
At Our Findon Clinic
Adults can access physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech pathology at our accessible clinic at 184 Findon Road, Findon. Our clinic includes private therapy rooms and a specialised rehabilitation gym with equipment to support a wide range of therapy and mobility goals.
In your home
Our physiotherapists, occupational therapists and speech pathologists provide home visits across metropolitan Adelaide. Home-based appointments allow assessment and therapy to focus on your everyday activities, routines and physical environment.
In the community
Services may be provided in supported accommodation, workplaces, residential settings and other community locations when relevant to your needs and goals. Availability depends on your location and the capacity of a suitably matched therapist.
The Adelaide Hills
Some adult physiotherapy and occupational therapy services are available in homes and community settings throughout the Adelaide Hills.
Availability depends on your location, needs and therapist capacity.
Via telehealth
Where appropriate, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech pathology appointments may be provided through secure video calls. Telehealth can be useful for therapy, education, program reviews, carer training and follow-up appointments.
Our Approach to Adult Allied Health
Our therapists take the time to understand what is important to you, the activities you want to participate in and the barriers currently affecting your daily life.
Support is:
Individualised: Recommendations reflect your abilities, circumstances, preferences and goals.
Practical: Therapy and strategies are designed for use in everyday life.
Person-centred: You are involved in decisions about your assessment, therapy and priorities.
Neuroaffirming: We respect different ways of thinking, communicating, moving and experiencing the world.
Collaborative: With your consent, therapists can work with family members, carers, support workers and other professionals.
Evidence-based: Assessments and recommendations are informed by clinical evidence and professional reasoning.
Inclusive: We welcome adults of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.
Our goal is to support your independence, participation, safety and wellbeing in ways that are meaningful to you.
Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Pathology Together
Some adults benefit from support from more than one allied health discipline.
For example:
A person recovering from a stroke may need physiotherapy for walking and balance, occupational therapy for daily activities and equipment, and speech pathology for communication or swallowing.
A person with a progressive neurological condition may need coordinated support for mobility, home access, assistive technology, communication and mealtime safety.
An older adult may benefit from falls prevention, home modifications and swallowing support.
A person with complex disability may need coordinated assessment across movement, daily function, communication and support needs.
When you access more than one Thrive service, our therapists can collaborate with your consent. This can help ensure recommendations are coordinated and practical for you and your support team.
You do not need to access all three services. Each referral is reviewed according to your individual needs and goals.
Adult Assessments and Reports
Depending on your needs and funding requirements, our therapists may provide:
Physiotherapy assessments
Mobility and gait assessments
Balance and falls-risk assessments
Manual handling assessments and plans
Functional capacity assessments
Assistive technology assessments
Wheelchair and seating assessments
Mobility scooter assessments
Home modification assessments
Complex home modification assessments
Home and living assessments
Daily living assessments
Functional vision assessments
Speech and language assessments
Cognitive-communication assessments
AAC assessments
Swallowing assessments
Mealtime management plans
Progress reports
NDIS reports
Your therapist will discuss the purpose, scope and anticipated cost of an assessment or report before proceeding.
Who Do Our Adult Therapists Support?
Our physiotherapists, occupational therapists and speech pathologists work with adults with a broad range of needs and conditions.
This may include people with:
Stroke
Acquired brain injury
Traumatic brain injury
Multiple sclerosis
Parkinson’s disease
Spinal cord injury
Cerebral palsy
Motor neurone disease
Amputation
Dementia
Intellectual disability
Autism
Genetic conditions
Neuromuscular conditions
Physical disability
Psychosocial disability
Chronic health conditions
Arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions
Persistent pain
Changes associated with ageing
Communication difficulties
Cognitive-communication difficulties
Feeding or swallowing difficulties
Complex support needs
You do not necessarily need a confirmed diagnosis to access privately funded allied health services. Funding programs may have their own eligibility requirements.
Funding for Adult Allied Health Services
Thrive Health Therapies welcomes adults accessing allied health services through:
The National Disability Insurance Scheme
Support at Home
Home Care Packages
Department of Veterans’ Affairs
Private health insurance
Private funding
GP Chronic Condition Management Plans
Other funding arrangements by agreement
Funding and rebate availability depend on your individual plan, policy and eligibility.
A referral is not generally required for privately funded or NDIS-funded physiotherapy, occupational therapy or speech pathology. Appropriate referral documentation is required for some funding arrangements, including DVA and eligible Medicare rebates through a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan.
Why Families Choose Thrive Health Therapies
Three allied health disciplines: Access physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech pathology through one Adelaide provider.
Experienced clinicians: Our team has experience supporting adults with disabilities, neurological conditions and complex rehabilitation needs.
Flexible appointment locations: Services are available at our Findon clinic, at home, in community settings and via telehealth where appropriate.
Accessible rehabilitation clinic: Our Findon clinic includes a specialised rehabilitation gym and accessible treatment spaces.
Individualised support: Therapy and recommendations are based on your needs, goals and circumstances.
Practical approach: We focus on strategies and outcomes that make a meaningful difference in everyday life.
Collaborative care: With consent, our therapists can work with your family, support workers and other professionals.
Inclusive services: We welcome and value adults of all backgrounds, identities and abilities.
Frequently Asked Questions About Adult Allied Health Services
If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, contact our friendly team on 0474 248 081 or email enquiries@thrivehealththerapies.com.
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Thrive Health Therapies provides physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech pathology for adults across Adelaide. Services include rehabilitation, individual therapy, functional assessments, assistive technology, home modifications, communication support and swallowing assessments.
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Physiotherapy generally focuses on movement, strength, balance, mobility and physical rehabilitation.
Occupational therapy focuses on everyday activities, independence, equipment, home accessibility and functional assessments.
Speech pathology focuses on speech, language, communication, cognition, voice, eating, drinking and swallowing.
If you are unsure, contact our team and explain what you need help with. We can direct the referral to the most appropriate discipline.
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Appointments are available at our accessible Findon clinic and in homes or community locations throughout metropolitan Adelaide. Some physiotherapy and occupational therapy services are also available in the Adelaide Hills. Telehealth may be available where appropriate.
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Yes. You can access physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech pathology according to your individual needs. With your consent, therapists can communicate and coordinate their recommendations.
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Yes. Our physiotherapists, occupational therapists and speech pathologists provide home and community visits across metropolitan Adelaide. Availability depends on your location and the capacity of a suitably matched therapist.
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Yes. Telehealth may be available when it is clinically appropriate for the requested assessment or therapy. Your therapist can discuss whether an online appointment would meet your needs.
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Yes. Family members, carers or support workers can attend when you would like them involved. With your consent, therapists can provide education and practical guidance to your support team.
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You do not generally need a medical referral for privately funded or NDIS-funded services. A referral is required for some funding arrangements, including DVA and Medicare rebates through a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan.
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You, a family member, support coordinator or health professional can complete our online adult referral form. You can also call 0474 248 081 or email enquiries@thrivehealththerapies.com to discuss your needs first.
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