Neurological Physiotherapy Adelaide | Neuro Physiotherapy
Thrive Health Therapies offers expert neurological physiotherapy in Adelaide, led by experienced physiotherapists dedicated to providing rehabilitation and care for individuals living with neurological conditions. Our team of physiotherapists are dedicated to helping you regain independence, and quality of life. We offer services to teenagers and adults in our specialised Findon clinic, in pools around Adelaide, at your home, and in the community throughout metropolitan Adelaide.
What is Neurological Physiotherapy?
Neurological physiotherapy, also known as neuropysiotherapy, is a specialised branch of physiotherapy where therapists manage people with movement disorders as a result of injuries and diseases of the brain, spinal cord and the broader neuromuscular system.
By incorporating the principles of neuroscience and neuroplasticity, neuro physiotherapy aims to:
Restore functional movement and mobility.
Reduce pain and improve comfort.
Enhance physical abilities and support independence and participation in everyday life.
Who Can Benefit from Neurological Physiotherapy?
At Thrive Health Therapies, we work with teenagers and adults experiencing neurological challenges. Our neuro physiotherapy services in Adelaide cater to a wide range of conditions, including (but not limited to):
Dystonia
Muscular Dystrophy
Neuropathy
Spasticity
Ataxia
Facial Nerve Injury
Dizziness and Balance Disorders
Concussion
Neurophysiotherapy Treatment Techniques to Support Teenagers & Adults With Neurological Conditions
Neurophysiotherapy focuses on helping you reach your full potential and maximise your participation in life. Since each person’s situation is unique, neurological physiotherapy treatment is tailored to your preferences, goals, and specific needs.
Your treatment plan will be based on the latest evidence and may include:
Mobility & balance exercises
Movement based training for learning or relearning specific movements
Education & advice about symptom management
Exercises to improve balance coordination and movement ability
Exercises to enhance body awareness and movement control to try and manage risk of falls
Fatigue management education and strategies
Individualised strengthening endurance and fitness sessions
Managing spasticity spasms and muscle tension
Specific treatments for dizziness/vertigo
Pain management
Management of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries
One-on-one therapy in our fully accessible specialised clinic and gym in Findon, or at home
Hydrotherapy at three convenient locations
Assistive technology assessments
Manual handling plans and training
Home environment assessments
Engagement with your multidisciplinary team
How Our Physiotherapists Help Teenagers & Adults With Neurological Conditions in Adelaide
Funding Options for Neurological Physiotherapy
At Thrive Health Therapies we provide neurological physiotherapy services for teenagers and adults. We accept a number of funding sources, including:
Private Health Insurance
Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plans (GP Team Care Arrangements)
Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA)
Learn more about the funding sources we accept.
Where We Offer Neurological Physiotherapy Services in Adelaide
Thrive Health Therapies offers a variety of delivery methods throughout metropolitan Adelaide to suit your needs:
Community-Based Services: We provide community-based services in your home or school throughout metropolitan Adelaide. Learn more about our home visit physiotherapy services and our mobile physiotherapy services.
Clinic-based Services: We provide clinic-based services in our specialised clinic in Findon, which has been designed to be appropriate for a range of presentations & disabilities. Our fully accessible clinic and gym space has a range of specialised equipment, allowing individuals with significant physical disabilities the opportunity to work towards their goals.
Telehealth Services: We also offer comprehensive telehealth services, providing clients with convenient, video-based therapy consultations for those who may have difficulty travelling to our clinic or prefer the convenience of remote support.
Neurological Physiotherapy Hydrotherapy
Physiotherapist-led hydrotherapy offers a low-impact, supportive environment for pain relief, improved mobility, safe muscle strengthening, better balance, and accelerated recovery.
We provide one-on-one physiotherapist-led hydrotherapy at three convenient locations in Adelaide: Parafield Gardens, Campbelltown, and Seaton. We can also arrange sessions at a pool near you.
Why Choose Thrive Health Therapies for Neurophysiotherapy in Adelaide?
No wait time: We can start working with teenage or adult clients straight away!
Experienced: Our physiotherapists are senior clinicians with years of experience working with a wide range of presentations.
Extensive Coverage in the community: We serve a large geographical area, providing physiotherapy across all of metropolitan Adelaide from Gawler to Aldinga. We see clients at home, in their school, or at a location convenient to them.
Clinic space: Our fully accessible clinic and gym in Findon has been specially designed to be appropriate for a wide range of neurological presentations and disabilities.
Individualised care: Every client receives a personalised plan based on their unique needs and goals.
Neuroaffirming Practice: We provide compassionate and affirming services to support and empower neurodiverse individuals.
Multi-Disciplinary Approach: We offer a wide range of allied health services under one roof, allowing for a holistic approach to your health.
NDIS Provider: We provide services to National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants.
Funding Sources: We accept a variety of funding options, helping our clients access the support they need.
LGBTQIA+ friendly: We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, and sexualities, Our Findon clinic is a welcoming, safe and inclusive space for all LGBTQIA+ people.
FAQs - Neurological Physiotherapy in Adelaide
If you can’t find an answer to your question, please contact our friendly team on 0474 248 081 or email enquiries@thrivehealththerapies.com
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Neurophysiotherapy focuses on helping individuals with movement disorders caused by brain, spinal cord, or neuromuscular system injuries and diseases. It aims to restore function, mobility, and independence by applying neuroscience and neuroplasticity principles to improve physical abilities and reduce pain.
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Neurophysiotherapy is beneficial for treating neurological conditions such as (but not limited to):
Guillain-Barré Sydnrome
Dystonia
Muscular Dystrophy
Neuropathy
Spasticity
Ataxia
Facial Nerve Injury
Dizziness and Balance Disorders
Concussion
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No, you do not need a referral to start physiotherapy - unless you are accessing services through one of the following funding streams:
Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA)
Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Plans (also known as GP Management Plans or Team Care Arrangements)
If you're using either of these funding options, we’ll just need the relevant referral documentation from your GP before getting started.
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Referring is easy! You can find our paediatric referral forms here and our adult referral forms here.
If you have any questions prior to referring please reach out to us on 0474 248 081, via our online enquiry form or at enquiries@thrivehealththerapies.com.
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No! We can start working with new clients right away.
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We accept referrals from a wide range of funding sources, including the NDIS, home care packages, Department of Veterans Affairs, Chronic Disease Management (previously known as EPC) and private clients. Learn more about our accepted funding sources.
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Prices vary between services. Our therapists work with you to ensure you get the best program of services within your budget allocation.
Please contact us for a personalised quote.
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