Physiotherapy

The physiotherapists at Good Country Physiotherapy are generalist practitioners who have broad skills in the assessment and management of a very wide range of conditions and problems, including:

Musculoskeletal injuries e.g. back pain, neck pain, muscle strain, ligament sprain
Neurological problems e.g. multiple sclerosis, stroke
Sports injuries e.g. calf tear, ankle strain, shoulder dislocation
Work injuries e.g. falls, knife injuries, lifting injuries
Paediatric conditions e.g. developmental delay, foot deformities, weak ankles
Women’s health e.g. pre and post natal health, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain
Chronic pain (all areas)
Headaches
Incontinence
Post-surgery rehabilitation e.g. hip and knee replacements, rotator cuff repairs
Post-trauma e.g. car accidents

The physiotherapists at Good Country Physiotherapy are committed to delivering high quality, evidence-based treatment to ensure a rapid recovery and return to function, be that work, sport or activities of daily living.

Some of the services that we offer include:

Outpatients – With clinics in Keith and Bordertown and satellite services in Tintinara, Kingston and Padthaway, Good Country Physiotherapy provides an outpatient service for the wide range of conditions mentioned above

Inpatients – Physiotherapists visit the Keith & District Hospital and the Bordertown Memorial Hospital to treat patients with a range of complaints, including musculoskeletal or cardiothoracic conditions.

Paediatrics – Physiotherapists provide an assessment and treatment service for paediatric clients in both Keith and Bordertown. Links to the Child Development Unit (CDU) in Naracoorte and Country Health SA paediatric services to ensure your child is treated using a team-based approach.

Women’s Health – Physiotherapists treat women’s health conditions, such as pelvic floor dysfunction, pelvic pain, prolapse and pre-natal pain.

Worksite assessments – All physiotherapists have experience at providing worksite assessments to identify potential issues for injured workers and make recommendations regarding improving workplace safety and injury prevention strategies.

Aged Care – Physiotherapists visit the Aged Care facilities attached to both the Keith and Bordertown hospitals on a regular basis to conduct assessments and treatment sessions.

Home visits – Physiotherapists are able to visit you in your home if you are unable to attend one of the clinics. This means that you can still receive the treatment you need but in the comfort and convenience of your own home.

Pilates – All physiotherapists teach classes in Keith, Bordertown, Kingston and Tintinara. Beginners, intermediate and advanced classes are offered.

Hands on Health – This is a strength training program for people with chronic diseases, such as diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease (such as high blood pressure) and arthritis. Referral into the program is required from your doctor. Classes are currently conducted in Bordertown and Keith.

Falls and Balance – This is an education and exercise program for people keen to decrease their falls risk and improve their balance. Classes are regularly held in Keith and Bordertown and will be held once per week. Referral into the program is required from your doctor or your treating physiotherapist.

Cardiac rehabilitation – These classes are soon to commence in Bordertown and will provide a local option for those people who suffer a heart attack or have heart surgery. The classes will provide education and exercises to help patients get back to their usual activities of daily living as quickly as possible.

Some of the treatment techniques used include:

Joint mobilisation
Soft tissue techniques (massage, trigger points)
Dry needling/acupuncture
Pilates
Gym-based rehabilitation
Home exercise programs
Posture re-education
Taping
Pain management
Electrotherapy

Fee Schedule
Please contact our office for further details. Our physiotherapists are able to treat a range of different patient categories:

Private Patients
Physiotherapy fees are based on the experience of the treating physio and are charged as follows:

Practice Principal
Initial Consult - $100.00 (45 minute appointment)
Subsequent Consult - $85.00 (30 minute appointment)
Long Consult - $95.00

Senior Physiotherapist
Initial Consult - $90.00 (45 minute appointment)
Subsequent Consult - $75.00 (30 minute appointment)
Long Consult - $85.00

Graduate Physiotherapist
Initial Consult - $80.00 (45 minute appointment)
Subsequent Consult - $65.00 (30 minute appointment)
Long Consult - $75.00

Please note: Claims on private health insurance can be made through our HICAPS machine immediately following appointment.

Enhanced Primary Care
Paid by Medicare when referred by a GP to our Graduate Physiotherapist

Department of Veteran's Affairs
Paid by DVA if a Veteran's Affairs card holder

HACC
Subsidised by Community Health - frail, aged, disabled and some children if inclusion criteria met

Workcover
Paid by Workcover or Employer if appropriate approvals have been given

Physiotherapy

Fee Schedule Please contact our office for further details. Our physiotherapists are able to treat a range of different patient categories:

Fee Schedule
Please contact our office for further details. Our physiotherapists are able to treat a range of different patient categories: