Physiotherapy

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Physiotherapy

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At Novita, our physiotherapy services are here to support you or your family member, with all movement or mobility delays and difficulties. Whether that’s your baby learning to crawl, your teenager needing support to participate in recreational activities and sport, or an adult wanting to stay mobile, independent and active.

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Location

341 Port Road, Hindmarsh SA |
27-35 Orange Avenue, Salisbury SA |
156 Sturt Road, Warradale SA |
28 Philip Highway, Elizabeth SA |
177 Beach Road, Christie Downs SA |
430 Montague Road, Modbury North SA |
4 Draper Street, Kadina, SA |
95 Swanport Road Murray Bridge SA |
2/18 King Street Port Lincoln SA |
21-23 Forsyth Street Whyalla SA

Improved movement

Discover physiotherapy at Novita, supporting people of all ages to improve movement and independence.

Disability specialists

Our physios specialise in disability support, pain management and mobility.

Person centered therapy

Our specialist team tailors therapy for babies, kids, teens and adults, designing a program with their needs and goals at the centre.

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What is physiotherapy at Novita?

Physiotherapy (sometimes called physical therapy treatment) is about supporting you to achieve your goals and participate in everyday life. We do this by improving movement and strength, managing pain and building your independence at every stage of life.

At Novita, our physiotherapists use movement-based activities to build strength, flexibility, and balance. We design personalised programs that support the development of motor (or movement) skills in ways that feel achievable and engaging. We also work alongside people to enhance mobility and independence through assistive technology, including mobility aids and splints.

Novita physiotherapists partner with people of all ages who experience movement differences or delays. This includes people with conditions that affect how their muscles, nerves, or brain control movement, as well as those with developmental or intellectual disabilities.

Whether you are living with disability, or supporting your child’s development, we design tailored programs to support you to achieve your goals, big or small.

Novita Health physiotherapists also support musculoskeletal conditions, chronic conditions and acute injuries.

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Physiotherapy in practice

Novita’s Physiotherapists support kids, young people, and adults with disability to move with confidence, build strength, and become more independent. Watch to see how our team works with clients and families to set clear goals and create therapy programs tailored to each person. We can support with balance, coordination, mobility, and recovery using proven techniques to improve daily living. Physiotherapy can be flexible and convenient. Sessions are available at our hubs, in your home, at school, in the community, or online through Telehealth.

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Why choose Novita as your physiotherapy provider?

Specialist expertise. Our team includes highly experienced clinicians who provide advanced support in physical, tone and movement disorder management and assistive technology, including orthotics, splinting and mobility aids and equipment.
Multi-disciplinary support. Our physios work alongside occupational therapists, speech pathologists, exercise physiologists, psychologists, developmental educators and NovitaTech specialists, to ensure you are getting the best level of holistic support.
Purpose-built spaces. Our sites are designed for progress with gym equipment and body-weight supported walking gear to support mobility goals.
Regional reach. With offices across SA and into Broken Hill and outreach services, we bring therapy to you.
Innovation in action. As one of SA’s largest and most established disability service providers, we’ve been supporting people since 1939 with expertise and imagination.
Early intervention. As well as working with teens and adults, our physiotherapists also work with premature babies, and young children to support the development of early movement skills, and provide families with the tools they need to the support the ongoing development of their child.

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Ready to move better with Novita?

Take the next step today. Whether you’re looking to improve mobility, recover from injury, or support your child’s development, our physiotherapy team is here for you.

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We get it, and we're here for you

If you or your child are finding movement difficult, don’t worry - we’re here to listen, understand and guide you toward achieving your goals.

Challenges you might be facing

You or your family member might come to Novita’s Physiotherapy for support with:

Difficulty walking or moving independently
Delays in reaching milestones like crawling, walking or running
Pain when sleeping or moving
Neurological or developmental conditions affecting movement and posture
Reduced balance or frequent falls
Muscle weakness, stiffness or spasticity (e.g. cerebral palsy)
Difficulty with everyday activities like transfers, positioning or climbing stairs
Babies or young children who are not tolerating certain positions
Limited participation in school PE, sports or community activities

How we support you to overcome these challenges

At Novita, your physiotherapist will develop individualised programs to address any challenges you face and support your goals. This can include:

Developing a personalised exercise program to improve movement, strength, endurance and coordination
Providing reports and assessments to monitor functional and mobility skills – this includes biomechanical assessments to understand muscle length, strength and posturing. This can inform appropriate and timely physiotherapy management
Tailored interventions to address tightness of muscles and positional deformity, including orthotics, turtle bracing, and serial casting
Creating Transfer and Positioning Care Plans (TPCPs) to support safe movement, transfers and positioning
Adapting school PE, sport, and community activities so you can join in fully
Providing aquatic therapy for safe, low-impact movement to improve muscle strength, balance and motor skill development
Trailing and prescribing the right assistive technology (AT) for mobility, positioning and recreation. We work with a number of AT suppliers, including NovitaTech
Supporting access including school, work, home, transport and social participation.
Collaborating with other healthcare professionals for cerebral palsy spasticity and tone management, assistive devices and post-orthopaedic or neurological surgery rehabilitation

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From first steps to next goals

With the right support, you can:

Support early movement development in babies and young children
Maintain mobility in later stages of life
Improve motor skill development
Build independence and participation at home, school, recreation, sports, work and in the community
Improve your mobility, flexibility, and coordination
Build strength, balance and endurance
Reduce pain and discomfort
Prevent tightness of muscles
Improve posture and positioning for everyday comfort
Enhance confidence, wellbeing and quality of life
Support mental and emotional wellbeing through physical improvements

Where movement turns into confidence

Real support and progress

At Novita, clients of all ages work on mobility, build skills and grow their independence with the support of our experienced physio team.

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Young boy putting his orthotic into his adaptive sports shoe

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Who and how we support

Physiotherapy at Novita is for all ages, from babies to children to teenagers to adults.

Support for every age, stage and ability

We work with people with:

Developmental delays
Disabilities where there are movement difficulties, movement/tone disorders such as neurological conditions - cerebral palsy, stroke or spinal cord injury
Musculoskeletal pain
Requiring post-surgical rehabilitation after orthopaedic or neurological surgery
Anyone who wants to improve movement, mobility or independence

Everything we bring to your physio care

How we support your movement journey:

Individualised therapy programs tailored to your goals
Gross motor and gym-based equipment, including body-weight supported walking equipment
Aquatic therapy
Home exercise programs and community-based support
Assistive technology assessments and trials
Early intervention for babies and young children
Ongoing support through key life stages and transitions
Regional and outreach physiotherapy services
Support for school inclusion, participation and environmental accessibility

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a physiotherapist do?

A physiotherapist supports you to improve movement, and independence in functional mobility, manage or alleviate pain, recover from injury, and build strength and independence through tailored therapy.
How is physiotherapy different from exercise physiology?

Physiotherapy focuses on developing and maintaining motor skills, functional mobility and independence and managing tone and movement disorders that may impact on these areas. Exercise physiology focuses on building health and fitness. At Novita, the two often work together.
Do I need a referral to see a physiotherapist?

No referral is needed. Simply contact us to book your consultation.
How often will I need sessions?

Your physiotherapist will recommend an individualised program based on your goals, condition, and progress. Some people benefit from weekly sessions, while others may need less frequent check-ins.
Is physiotherapy covered by the NDIS?

Yes, physiotherapy is an approved NDIS support. We can also help you navigate your plan and coordinate with agencies such as the Lifetime Support Authority, Medicare or Return to Work SA.