Workers’ compensation physiotherapy involves assessing and treating injuries or conditions sustained through work. Treatment is tailored to your symptoms, physical requirements and recovery goals, with the aim of improving movement, restoring function and supporting your rehabilitation.

At Perth Physio Precinct, your physiotherapist will assess your injury and develop an individualised treatment plan suited to your needs and, where relevant, your functional and work-related goals.

Work-related injuries can occur through lifting, repetitive movements, prolonged positions, slips, trips, falls and other workplace incidents.

Common conditions treated with physiotherapy include:

Lower back pain and neck pain

Shoulder and rotator cuff injuries

Muscle strains and joint sprains

Knee, ankle and wrist injuries

Repetitive strain injuries

Soft tissue injuries and reduced mobility

Rehabilitation following surgery or significant injury, where appropriate

Your physiotherapist will assess your individual presentation and recommend suitable treatment options.

Medical documentation and referral requirements can vary depending on your circumstances and insurer arrangements. A medical assessment is an important step following a workplace injury, and your doctor can provide the relevant documentation for your claim.

Before booking, contact our reception team to discuss what you need to provide and whether any additional treatment request or insurer approval is required.

Eligible physiotherapy treatment may be covered under a workers’ compensation claim, subject to the applicable legislation, claim status, treatment requirements and insurer arrangements.

Coverage and payment arrangements can vary. We recommend confirming your claim details and any treatment approval requirements with your employer or insurer before commencing treatment.

Our reception team can discuss the relevant documentation and billing arrangements for your appointment.

Where available, please bring your First Certificate of Capacity, Workers Compensation Claim Form, claim number, insurer details, employer information, case manager contact details and any relevant medical reports or imaging results.

If you have received correspondence from your insurer regarding treatment approval or billing, please bring that information as well.

If you are waiting for some documents, contact our reception team to discuss your circumstances before your appointment.

You can discuss your preferred physiotherapy provider with your employer and insurer. Your treatment arrangements may depend on the circumstances of your claim and any applicable requirements.

If you would like to attend Perth Physio Precinct in Subiaco, contact our team to discuss your situation and the information needed to arrange your appointment.

The number of appointments depends on the nature and severity of your injury, your symptoms, your rehabilitation goals and how you respond to treatment.

Your physiotherapist will assess your condition, recommend an individualised treatment plan and review your progress throughout rehabilitation. Treatment may focus on reducing pain, restoring movement, rebuilding strength and improving your ability to perform everyday or work-related activities.

Any applicable insurer requirements for ongoing treatment will also need to be considered.

Physiotherapy can support your recovery by improving strength, mobility, physical function and confidence with movement. Depending on your injury and job requirements, rehabilitation may also include exercises and strategies to help you gradually resume suitable work tasks.

Your treating doctor and relevant workplace or insurer representatives may also be involved in planning a safe and appropriate return to work.

Treatment depends on your injury, symptoms and clinical assessment. Your physiotherapist may recommend:

Hands-on manual therapy, where appropriate

Mobility and flexibility exercises

Strengthening and functional rehabilitation

Movement education and self-management strategies

Home exercise programs

Supervised exercise rehabilitation using suitable gym equipment

Your treatment plan will be tailored to your needs and reviewed as your recovery progresses.

You can contact Perth Physio Precinct to discuss your injury and appointment options while your claim is being assessed. However, payment arrangements may differ depending on your claim status and insurer requirements.

If your claim has not been accepted, you may be responsible for treatment costs while a decision is pending. Please speak with our reception team before your appointment so we can explain the applicable payment arrangements.

If your workers’ compensation claim has been accepted and the physiotherapy treatment is eligible, reasonable treatment expenses may be covered under the applicable workers’ compensation arrangements.

Depending on your claim status and billing arrangements, invoices may be sent to the insurer or you may need to pay initially and seek reimbursement. Please confirm the arrangements with your insurer and our reception team before commencing treatment.

If your claim is declined, workers’ compensation funding may not be available for your treatment. You may be responsible for the cost of appointments, depending on your circumstances and any applicable arrangements.

If your claim is declined or deferred, contact your insurer to clarify your options. You can also speak with our reception team about appointment fees and available payment arrangements.

Report the injury to your employer as soon as possible and seek medical assessment from your doctor. Your doctor can assess your condition and provide relevant medical documentation, including a First Certificate of Capacity where appropriate.

Follow the applicable workers’ compensation claim process and contact your employer or insurer to clarify the documentation and treatment requirements. You can also contact Perth Physio Precinct to discuss your physiotherapy options.

Treatment approval requirements can depend on your claim status, the type of treatment and your insurer’s arrangements. Some claims may require a treatment request or additional documentation before the insurer will pay for treatment.

Contact your insurer to confirm the requirements for your claim and speak with our reception team before your appointment so we can discuss the relevant billing arrangements.