DVA Physiotherapy in Booragoon
At Adaptive Physiotherapy & Massage, we take time to understand your current abilities, health concerns and personal goals. Our physiotherapists provide individualised assessment, treatment and progressive rehabilitation to support the activities that matter to you.
We welcome DVA clients, DVA Veteran Cards (Gold and White) are accepted as payment upon a GP referral.
- Individualised care
- Exercise-based rehabilitation
- Free onsite parking
Gold and White Veteran Cards
Physiotherapy arrangements depend on your clinical needs, referral and the conditions covered by your Veteran Card. Our team can help you check the practical details before booking.
Gold Card
Clinically necessary physiotherapy may be available for eligible Gold Card holders, subject to DVA requirements and a valid referral.
White Card
Physiotherapy may be available for a condition included in the person’s White Card entitlement. Eligibility and clinical need must be checked.
Not sure about your card or referral? Call our Booragoon team on (08) 9468 3555 before arranging an appointment.
Arranging Your Physiotherapy Appointment
Getting started is straightforward. Contact our clinic with your referral and Veteran Card details so we can check the appropriate appointment and payment arrangements before your visit.
Obtain a Referral
A GP referral is usually required. An initial referral may also come from an eligible specialist or hospital professional.
Contact Adaptive
Call our team with your referral and Veteran Card details so we can check arrangements.
Attend Your Assessment
Discuss your concerns and goals with your physiotherapist, who will recommend an individualised approach.
What to Have Ready
When available, please have your Veteran Card, physiotherapy referral and relevant medical information ready. For a White Card, we may also need to confirm the condition being treated is covered.
Need Help With Your Referral?
Not sure if your referral is current or what information to provide? Call us first and we can discuss the next step. Eligibility and funding must be confirmed before care under DVA arrangements.
Individualised Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation
Our physiotherapists support a range of musculoskeletal and movement-related needs. Treatment depends on your clinical assessment, goals and current capacity. DVA funding is subject to individual eligibility and applicable service rules.
Back & Neck Pain
Assessment and treatment for back, neck and related movement concerns.
Joint Pain & Mobility
Physiotherapy for knee, hip, shoulder and other joint or mobility concerns.
Strength & Balance
Individualised therapeutic exercise for capacity, balance and confidence with movement.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Progressive rehabilitation after surgery, tailored to recovery and functional goals.
Persistent Pain & Long-Term Conditions
Education, activity planning and treatment suited to individual needs.
Return to Everyday Activity
Progressive movement and exercise for daily activities, hobbies and physical independence.
Physiotherapy Beyond the Treatment Room
We begin with your current abilities and what you would like to keep doing — whether that is walking, gardening, travelling, recreation or everyday activities.
Where clinically appropriate, treatment may include hands-on care, education, therapeutic exercise and progressive strengthening within our rehabilitation environment. Your physiotherapist will tailor the approach and reassess as you progress.
Movement, Strength and Recovery guide our care. Physiotherapy may involve therapeutic exercise in our rehabilitation environment, depending on your needs. Ordinary gym memberships are separate from DVA-funded physiotherapy.
Listen & Assess
Understand your concerns, abilities and priorities.
Individualise Care
Treatment and exercise suited to you, not a template.
Build Capacity
Progress movement, strength and function as appropriate.
Reassess & Adapt
Review progress and collaborate with your GP when useful.
A Personalised Approach to Movement, Strength & Recovery
Physiotherapy begins with understanding the person, then using assessment, treatment and progressive rehabilitation as appropriate. We review progress and adapt your care over time rather than following a fixed programme for everyone.
Assess & Understand
Discuss health concerns, physical function, goals and starting capacity.
Individualise & Guide
Develop treatment, advice and rehabilitation relevant to your needs.
Progress Capacity
Support movement, strength, tolerance and confidence as appropriate.
Reassess & Adapt
Review progress, adjust care and liaise with your GP when appropriate.
Meet Our Physiotherapists in Booragoon
Our physiotherapists combine clinical assessment, individualised care and exercise rehabilitation. Meet the team and discuss which practitioner may suit your treatment needs and goals.
Theo Morris
Senior Physiotherapist
Theo has a particular interest in knee injuries, ACL rehabilitation and post-surgical recovery. His approach combines clinical physiotherapy with progressive strength and exercise rehabilitation to support a return to training and sport.
George Shearman
Physiotherapist
George combines physiotherapy with strength and conditioning principles to support people recovering from injury and returning to physical activity. His approach focuses on individualised rehabilitation, progressive exercise and building physical capacity.
Jordan Chan
Physiotherapist
Jordan combines physiotherapy with exercise-based rehabilitation and strength coaching. He supports people recovering from injury, building strength and progressing towards their training and sporting goals.
What to Expect at Your First Physiotherapy Visit
We start by listening to your concerns and goals. Your physiotherapist may assess movement, balance, strength or other relevant physical functions, then explain the findings and discuss an individualised approach.
Bring your referral, Veteran Card and any relevant medical information. Contact the clinic beforehand if you are unsure what is required.
Individualised consultation
Time to understand your current concerns and what matters to you.
Referral and card details
Please bring your Veteran Card and referral, where available.
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Talk About Your Goals
We discuss current concerns, health history and everyday activity.
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Assess Physical Function
Movement, balance or strength may be assessed as appropriate.
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Discuss a Plan
We explain options for treatment, exercise and review.
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DVA Physiotherapy FAQs
Practical information about Veteran Cards, referrals and getting started with physiotherapy in Booragoon. Contact our team to confirm your individual circumstances.
DVA may fund clinically necessary physiotherapy for eligible Gold Card holders and for White Card holders when the condition is covered by their entitlement. A valid referral and applicable DVA requirements apply.
Yes, a referral is required for DVA physiotherapy. Your usual GP can provide one. An initial referral may also be made by an eligible medical specialist or hospital professional. A D904 form or suitably completed referral letter may be used.
Under the usual allied health treatment cycle, a referral covers up to 12 sessions or one year, whichever occurs first. Different arrangements apply to eligible TPI Gold Card holders receiving physiotherapy.
Your usual GP may provide another referral if further physiotherapy is clinically necessary. Treatment cycles are not a guarantee that every appointment or treatment will be covered.
Where clinically appropriate, physiotherapy may include therapeutic exercise and progressive rehabilitation. Ordinary gym memberships and general fitness programs are not included as standard Veteran Card physiotherapy benefits.
For White Card holders, the condition being treated must be covered under the individual entitlement. Please contact us with your referral and relevant condition details so eligibility can be checked.
Please bring your current Veteran Card, referral and relevant medical information or reports. Call first if you have questions about your referral or entitlement.
Call Adaptive Physiotherapy & Massage in Booragoon on (08) 9468 3555. Our team can discuss the referral and appropriate appointment arrangements.
Physiotherapy at Our Booragoon Clinic
Adaptive Physiotherapy & Massage is at 27 Shields Crescent, Booragoon WA 6154, just off Norma Road, with free onsite parking. We welcome patients travelling from Melville, Myaree, Applecross, Mount Pleasant, Attadale and surrounding areas. There is only one Adaptive Physiotherapy & Massage clinic.
27 Shields Cres, Booragoon WA 6154
(08) 9468 3555
Convenient parking available at our clinic.
Located just off Norma Road, with convenient access from Melville and Myaree.
Have Questions About Your Referral or Appointment?
Call the Adaptive team to discuss the referral and appointment details before your visit to our Booragoon clinic.
ADAPTIVE PHYSIOTHERAPY
How can we help you?
At Adaptive Physiotherapy, we are dedicated to providing high-quality physiotherapy care tailored specifically for veterans. We understand the unique physical challenges faced by those who have served, and our experienced physiotherapists are here to help you recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, and improve mobility so you can maintain an active and independent lifestyle.
Whether you’re dealing with service-related injuries, chronic pain, post-surgical rehabilitation, or mobility issues, we offer evidence-based treatments to support your recovery. Our approach includes personalized assessments and targeted interventions such as remedial massage therapy, exercise rehabilitation, dry needling, and strength-based therapy to help you regain function and confidence.
Veterans with a DVA White or Gold Card may be eligible for physiotherapy services under the Department of Veterans’ Affairs scheme. If you have sustained an injury during your service, it is highly likely that you qualify for treatment. Our team is here to assist you in accessing the care you deserve.
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ADAPTIVE PHYSIOTHERAPY
BENEFITS
Experience expert physiotherapy care designed to help veterans recover from service-related injuries, manage chronic pain, and restore mobility. At Adaptive Physiotherapy in Booragoon, our goal is to support your long-term health and well-being with effective, evidence-based treatments.
COMPREHENSIVE CARE
Our physiotherapists take a holistic approach, combining manual therapy, exercise rehabilitation, and advanced techniques tailored to your specific needs. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing a long-term condition, or looking to regain functional strength, we create a personalized plan to help you achieve lasting results.
ESSENTIAL RECOVERY
Physiotherapy plays a crucial role in restoring movement, reducing pain, and improving quality of life. Whether you’re looking to regain mobility, return to an active lifestyle, or simply move without discomfort, our expert physiotherapists are here to support your recovery journey with a structured, individualized approach.
TARGETED TREATMENTS
We offer specialized physiotherapy treatments for veterans, addressing conditions such as chronic pain, post-surgical rehabilitation, musculoskeletal injuries, and mobility limitations. Our targeted treatments are designed to accelerate recovery and improve daily function so you can stay active and independent.
DVA WHITE & GOLD CARD COVERAGE
Veterans with a DVA Gold or White Card may be eligible for physiotherapy services under the Department of Veterans’ Affairs scheme. If you have sustained an injury during service or require treatment for an approved condition, you could receive fully covered physiotherapy care. Our team can assist in navigating the process, ensuring you get the support and treatment you deserve.
Accessing Physiotherapy with Your DVA Card
Entitled DVA clients may be referred for physiotherapy treatment by their general practitioner (GP) using a valid D904 referral form. Once a specific condition is diagnosed and referred, the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) will cover the cost of clinically necessary physiotherapy treatments to support your recovery and well-being.
Gold and White Card Holders are eligible for physiotherapy care under DVA’s health care arrangements.
- DVA Gold Card holders can access treatment for all health conditions.
- DVA White Card holders can receive treatment for approved service-related conditions.
Your DVA Gold or White Card is accepted as payment for physiotherapy services upon a valid GP referral.
Getting Started is Easy:
- Visit Your GP – Request a referral for physiotherapy using a D904 referral form.
- Book an Appointment – Contact Adaptive Physiotherapy and provide your referral details.
- Receive Expert Care – Start your treatment with our experienced physiotherapists, who will tailor a recovery plan to suit your needs.
Our team is here to guide you through the process and ensure you receive the highest quality care with no out-of-pocket costs for eligible treatments.
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Veterans Physiotherapy (DVA) - Frequently Asked Questions
At Adaptive Physiotherapy & Massage, Booragoon
Yes — Adaptive Physiotherapy & Massage is proud to support DVA clients. If you hold a DVA Gold or White Card and have a valid referral from your GP, you may be eligible for fully funded physiotherapy services at our Booragoon clinic.
DVA covers the full cost of physiotherapy sessions when treatment is related to your accepted condition. You won’t have to pay out of pocket. This includes hands-on therapy, exercise rehabilitation, mobility work, and education tailored to your needs.
We commonly treat musculoskeletal conditions such as:
Chronic back and neck pain
Joint issues (e.g. knees, hips, shoulders)
Arthritis and mobility concerns
Injury rehabilitation
Post-surgical recovery
We also help improve general strength, balance, and function to support independent living and quality of life.
Yes — you’ll need a valid referral from your GP (usually on a D904 form) to access DVA-funded physiotherapy. Your referral can last up to 12 sessions or 12 months, depending on your needs. We’re happy to assist you or your GP with the paperwork if needed.
Absolutely. At our Booragoon clinic, you’ll be matched with one of our experienced physiotherapists who will tailor your treatment plan to suit your goals, lifestyle, and health conditions. You’ll also have continuity of care — seeing the same therapist each visit whenever possible.
Yes — we often integrate targeted exercise and movement plans to help improve strength, stability, and function. These programs are adapted to your physical capacity and designed to help you regain confidence in daily movement or return to activities you enjoy.
Yes — our Booragoon facility is fully accessible, with convenient parking, ground floor entry, and a welcoming environment. We also offer supportive equipment and personalised care to ensure comfort during every visit.
Once you have a GP referral, simply contact our team to schedule your initial appointment. We’ll take care of the rest — including verifying your DVA details and setting up your care plan.