At Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy, we provide expert, evidence-based care to the Gwelup community and nearby suburbs including Karrinyup, Carine, Innaloo, Stirling, Balcatta, Duncraig, Hammersley, North Beach and Trigg. Below are answers to some of the most common questions about physiotherapy, the conditions we treat, funding options, and how to get started.
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A: Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy is located inside Gwelup Medical Centre, at 698 North Beach Road, Gwelup WA 6018 (corner of North Beach Road and March Street), directly near Lake Gwelup Reserve.
A: No — you can book with us even if you don’t attend Gwelup Medical Centre. We accept self-referrals and referrals from any GP, specialist, dentist, surgeon, or allied health provider.
A: Our consulting hours are: Mon–Thu 8:00am–6:30pm, Fri 8:00am–5:30pm, Sat 8:00am–12:00pm. Closed Sundays and public holidays. Please check the website for any seasonal changes.
A: Yes — we’re accepting new patients for in-clinic physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, home visits, and Telehealth, including private, NDIS (self/plan-managed), Workers Compensation claims Motor Vehicle Accidence claims, Medicare EPC/CDM plans, DVA and Home Care Package / Support at Home clients.
A: You do not require a referral to access physiotherapy care at Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy.
A referral is only required when accessing physiotherapy under:
• Medicare EPC/CDM Plans
• Workers' Compensation Claims
• Motor Vehicle Insurance (ICWA)
• Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA)
A: Yes — there’s free on-site parking directly outside the clinic entrance at Gwelup Medical Centre.
A: Yes — our entrance and treatment rooms are wheelchair accessible, and accessible public toilets are available onsite.
A: Yes — bus routes (including 424 and 427) stop within a short walk along North Beach Road.
A: Yes — we’re directly opposite Lake Gwelup Reserve, making us a convenient local physio option in Gwelup.
A: While we’re based in Gwelup, we regularly treat people from Karrinyup, Carine, Stirling, Innaloo, Balcatta, Hamersley, Doubleview, Osborne Park, Woodlands, Warwick, Duncraig, Trigg, North Beach, Watermans Bay, Marmion and surrounding northern Perth suburbs.
A: We’ve been operating since 2018, providing independent physiotherapy services in Gwelup and Perth’s northern suburbs.
A: Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy is a locally owned, practitioner-run physio clinic in Gwelup (inside Gwelup Medical Centre). We’re independent (not a corporate chain), so your care isn’t driven by KPIs or sales targets — it’s driven by clinical reasoning and honest, evidence-based care.
What our patients notice most:
If you’re searching for an independent physio near Lake Gwelup, we aim to deliver thorough assessments, practical rehab, and outcomes that last — without the corporate feel.
A: Patients commonly tell us they feel listened to, supported, and clearly understood during their appointments at Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy. They appreciate clear explanations and diagnosis, longer one-on-one sessions, and the ability to see the same physiotherapist each visit. Many also mention that free parking and easy access make attending appointments simpler and less stressful.
A: You can book online via our website, call (08) 9244 8588, or book via Healthengine / HotDoc (great for quick re-booking).
A: Yes — we offer online bookings via Healthengine and HotDoc, so you can book or manage appointments anytime.
A: Yes — we offer online bookings via Healthengine and HotDoc, so you can book or manage appointments anytime.
A: Yes — call or email us to join our cancellation/waitlist, and tell us your preferred days/times so we can contact you if something opens up.
A: Often, yes — subject to availability. We prioritise urgent issues like acute injuries, severe pain, post-op concerns, or vertigo/dizziness.
A: You can reschedule via online booking (when available) or by calling/emailing the clinic. Please provide as much notice as possible.
A: We request at least 12 hours’ notice. Late cancellations or missed appointments may incur a fee, as this time has been reserved for you.
A: A standard 30-minute private consultation is $98 (concessions available). For the most up-to-date fees, see our Pricing page.
A: Hydrotherapy is typically $38 per one-hour class (check the Pricing page for current fees and concessions).
A: Home visit fees depend on travel distance and appointment length. For clients in Gwelup and nearby suburbs (e.g. Karrinyup, Stirling, Balcatta, Innaloo, Carine, Duncraig, North Beach and surrounding areas) prices are listed on our pricing page. For suburbs further away, please contact us for a tailored quote.
A: We accept EFTPOS, Visa, Mastercard, and cash, and offer HICAPS for on-the-spot private health claims.
A: Yes — we have a HICAPS machine so you can claim your rebate instantly (subject to your fund and cover). Please bring a physical or electronic version of your private health card to your appointment.
A: We use a mixed billing model. Some approved compensable schemes (e.g., certain WorkCover/DVA/MVA claims) have no out-of-pocket costs. Medicare EPC/CDM and private health typically involve a gap.
A: No — if clinically appropriate, taping or dry needling is included within your consultation fee. If a product is required (e.g., brace/boot), we’ll discuss cost before proceeding.
A: Yes — eligible concession card holders may access discounted rates (please show your card at reception).
A: In some cases (e.g., post-operative rehab), we can discuss flexible options — speak with reception or your physio.
A: Not for private appointments. A referral is usually required for Medicare EPC/CDM, DVA, Workers’ Compensation, and Motor Vehicle Accident (ICWA) claims.
A: Yes — we accept EPC/CDM referrals. A Medicare rebate applies, and a gap payment usually remains.
A: A Medicare Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan allows eligible patients to access up to five Medicare-subsidised allied health sessions per calendar year, including physiotherapy, when referred by their GP.
If your GP determines your condition is eligible, they will prepare a CDM plan and referral. Please bring a copy of your referral (paper or electronic) to your first appointment at Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy.
On the day of your appointment, you pay the standard consultation fee. We then process the Medicare claim on your behalf using your Medicare details, and the rebate is paid directly into your nominated bank account, similar to a GP visit.
As of January 2026, the Medicare rebate is $61.80 per physiotherapy session (rebate amounts are indexed and may change). Any gap between the rebate and the consultation fee is payable by the patient.
For the most up-to-date rebate information and eligibility details, please refer to Medicare.
A: Yes — we regularly manage work injuries and can liaise with your GP, insurer, rehab provider and employer to support safe recovery and return to work.
A: Typically, you’ll need a GP certificate/referral indicating a work injury plus a claim number or insurer confirmation. If approval is pending, you can start privately and keep receipts for potential reimbursement.
A: You would be responsible for fees incurred to date. We’ll explain options clearly so you can decide whether to continue privately.
A: Yes. Our physiotherapists regularly manage work-related injuries, provide functional assessments, work capacity reports and return-to-work plans. All our physiotherapists have over a decade of experience working with patients under workers compensation claims.
A: Yes — we treat approved ICWA/ Motor Vehicle Accident patients. A referral and claim approval are usually required.
A: Yes. Eligible DVA card holders can attend with a GP referral. There is no out-of-pocket cost for patients under DVA. Referrals under the Allied Health Services Treatment Cycle allow for up to 12 sessions or 1 year (whichever comes first). After this, your GP can renew the referral, ensuring ongoing care as needed.
A: Yes — we see self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants in clinic, via Telehealth, and via home visits where appropriate. We also offer hydrotherapy and gym-based rehab.
A: Yes — we provide physiotherapy (including home visits) for clients funded through Home Care Packages / Support at Home, where appropriate.
A: Yes — we offer mobile physio for people who prefer treatment at home or can’t attend the clinic.
A: Common suburbs include Gwelup, Karrinyup, Carine, Stirling, Innaloo, Balcatta, Hamersley, Doubleview, Osborne Park, Woodlands, Warwick, Duncraig, Trigg, North Beach, Watermans Bay, Marmion and nearby areas (availability dependent).
A: Yes. These suburbs are core parts of our home visit service area.
A: Yes. We can visit patients in nursing homes and residential aged care facilities in Perth’s northern suburbs, depending on availability and facility policies.
A: Yes. We provide funded home visit physiotherapy under Home Care Packages, Support at Home and NDIS (self- and plan-managed) where appropriate and approved.
A: Yes. We offer falls prevention and balance programs, including strength training, home safety advice and mobility assessments for older adults in Gwelup and surrounding suburbs.
A: Home visits suit people with mobility limitations, falls risk, post-surgical recovery, chronic conditions, or transport challenges. We can bring a portable treatment bed for effective care.
A: Home visits can’t be booked online — please call (08) 9244 8588 or email chris@lakegwelupphysio.com.au to arrange a home visit.
A: Physiotherapy helps improve movement, reduce pain, and restore function through assessment, hands-on care, exercise rehabilitation, and education. Physiotherapists assess, diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions—from back and neck pain, sports injuries, post-surgical rehab and arthritis, through to balance problems, vertigo, jaw pain and chronic musculoskeletal conditions.
A: We commonly treat back and neck pain, joint injuries (shoulder/hip/knee/ankle/foot), sports and running injuries, post-operative rehab, headaches, vertigo/dizziness, TMJ/jaw pain, arthritis, balance/falls issues, and injuries related to work or motor vehicle accidents.
A: If you have pain, stiffness, weakness, loss of function, or reduced confidence with movement, physiotherapy is often helpful. If we identify signs that need medical review, we’ll guide you appropriately.
A: Yes — you can book a single appointment for diagnosis, reassurance, and a plan. Ongoing treatment is always your choice.
A: Depending on your needs, we may use manual therapy (hands on treatment), exercise rehab, education, taping, dry needling, gym-based programs, hydrotherapy, and activity/work/sport modifications.
A: Yes — we regularly treat acute and persistent spine pain, including stiffness, disc-related presentations, posture-related pain, muscle spasms and loading issues.
A: Yes. We treat a wide range of sports injuries, from weekend warriors to club athletes. We provide injury management, return-to-sport planning and injury prevention programs.
A: Yes. We treat running-related injuries including tendon pain, shin pain, knee pain, Achilles issues, and training load problems, with a focus on progressive strengthening and return-to-running plans.
A: Yes. We offer injury prevention programs, including ACL injury prevention, workplace injury prevention, running and sports-specific programs, and falls prevention for older adults.
A: Yes — post-operative physiotherapy is a core service at Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy. We provide structured, evidence-based rehabilitation after surgery, following your surgeon’s specific protocol to safely restore movement, strength and function.
We regularly see patients referred by orthopaedic surgeons across Perth, and commonly treat people after:
Where appropriate, we also incorporate hydrotherapy (aquatic physiotherapy) at our nearby heated pool, which can be especially helpful in the early stages of recovery by reducing joint load while maintaining mobility and strength.
If you’re looking for post-operative physio in Gwelup or Perth’s northern suburbs, we provide clear rehab timelines, close monitoring, and progression based on both surgical guidelines and your individual recovery.
A: Yes. We work with your surgeon’s protocol to guide safe spinal rehabilitation, gradually rebuilding strength and function.
A: A: Yes. We provide rehab programs to help restore mobility, strength and confidence after hip and knee replacements.
A: Yes. We provide long-term rehab plans following ACL and other ligament reconstructions, including gym programs and return-to-sport guidance.
A: Yes. We follow your surgeon’s guidelines to progress your shoulder range, strength and function after rotator cuff repair and other shoulder surgeries.
A: Often prehabilitation is recommended to optimise your strength and function before surgery, which can improve post-op recovery. Your surgeon or GP may suggest this, and we are happy to help.
A: Yes — vestibular physiotherapy is a specialised service at Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy. We assess and treat a wide range of vertigo, dizziness and balance conditions using evidence-based techniques.
We commonly help patients with:
Our physiotherapists have completed additional postgraduate training in vestibular rehabilitation and have over a decade of clinical experience managing these conditions. Treatment may include repositioning manoeuvres, gaze-stability exercises, balance retraining, and management of associated neck or jaw contributors.
If you’re searching for vertigo physiotherapy in Gwelup or Perth’s northern suburbs, we focus on accurate diagnosis, clear explanations, and practical treatment to help reduce symptoms and restore confidence with movement.
A: Yes. We assess and manage some aspects of concussion-related symptoms, particularly involving balance, neck pain and graded return to activity, in coordination with your GP or specialist as required.
A: Yes. We assess and treat TMJ/jaw pain, clenching-related issues, jaw locking and associated headaches, often in collaboration with your dentist or other health professionals. Our physiotherapists have undergone additional post graduate training in the management of jaw pain and TMJ disorders and have over a decade of experience in managing these disorders.
A: If your headaches have contributions from the neck, jaw, posture, or muscle tension, physiotherapy may help through targeted treatment and self-management strategies.
A: Yes. We run hydrotherapy (aquatic physiotherapy) classes in a heated pool near the clinic, ideal for arthritis, post-surgery rehab, chronic pain, balance and falls prevention.
A: Our hydrotherapy (aquatic physiotherapy) classes are held at Kirby Swim Karrinyup, located at 707 North Beach Road, Gwelup WA 6018 — just across the road from our clinic inside Gwelup Medical Centre.
This location is easy to access for patients from Gwelup, Karrinyup, Carine, Stirling, Innaloo and Balcatta.
Where clinically appropriate, we can also arrange one-to-one hydrotherapy sessions at other facilities. In the past, we have provided individualised hydrotherapy at Craigie Leisure Centre and Stirling Leisure Centre.
If you’re looking for hydrotherapy in Gwelup or Perth’s northern suburbs, we can advise on the most suitable pool location based on your condition, goals and availability.
A: Typically Monday and Thursday, 12:45–1:45pm (public holiday and school holiday availability may vary).
A: Yes — our hydrotherapy pool is heated to approximately 34 °C, making it ideal for pain relief, muscle relaxation and comfortable movement during rehabilitation.
The pool is accessible and patient-friendly, with:
These features make our hydrotherapy suitable for people recovering from surgery, managing arthritis or chronic pain, or working on balance and mobility.
A: Yes. A physiotherapist who has undergone additional post graduate training in hydrotherapy and aquatic physiotherapy is in the pool with you the entire time, providing direct supervision and exercise guidance. Out physiotherapists have current first aid training.
A: No. Only patients of Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy are in the pool. We hire out the entire pool for our classes.
A: An initial land-based physiotherapy assessment is required prior to starting hydrotherapy to determine your suitability, goals and safety. If you are interest in our hydrotherapy classes, please book via booking online or call (08) 9244 8588.
A: Yes — dry needling is available at Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy when clinically appropriate. Our physiotherapists have completed additional postgraduate training in dry needling and use it as part of a broader, evidence-based treatment plan.
Dry needling may be used to help reduce muscle tension, improve movement and manage pain, but it is never used in isolation. It is typically combined with hands-on therapy, exercise rehabilitation and education to support long-term recovery.
A: Yes — hands-on (manual) therapy is part of our physiotherapy approach at Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy when it supports your condition and goals. This may include joint mobilisation, soft tissue techniques and other manual treatments to help reduce pain and improve movement.
A: Yes — sports taping and strapping are available at Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy for injury prevention, game-day support, and post-injury management. Taping may be used to provide short-term support, improve confidence with movement, or protect an area during return to sport, when clinically appropriate.
Our sports taping is guided by experienced assessment and is often combined with rehabilitation exercises and load management, rather than used as a stand-alone solution. Chris Warne has 15+ years’ experience in sports physiotherapy and injury management, including working with local sporting teams across Perth’s northern suburbs.
A: Yes — Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy provides physiotherapy for children and adolescents across Perth’s northern suburbs. We commonly treat:
Our approach is age-appropriate, evidence-based, and goal-focused, helping kids and teens return safely to sport, school, and everyday activities with confidence.
A: Yes — we regularly treat acute and persistent spine pain, including stiffness, disc-related presentations, posture-related pain, muscle spasms and loading issues.
A: Yes. We can assess your mobility and functional needs, and provide recommendations or reports to support the prescription of assistive devices such as electric wheelchairs, recliners and beds.
A: Yes. We can advise whether orthotics or foot supports may be helpful, and refer you to a podiatrist or appropriate provider when needed.
A: Occupational health physiotherapy focuses on preventing and managing workplace injuries, improving ergonomics and helping workers safely return to their job roles.
A: Yes. We can conduct ergonomic assessments for office and industrial workplaces, including desk set-up and manual task review.
A: Yes, we can arrange onsite physiotherapy or screening for local businesses in Perth’s northern suburbs. Please contact us to discuss.
A: Yes. We can assist with manual handling training and pre-employment musculoskeletal assessments, depending on your workplace needs.
A: Yes. We offer early intervention services to manage minor issues before they become major injuries, and can perform functional capacity evaluations where appropriate.
A: Yes — Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy offers Telehealth (online) physiotherapy consultations for patients who are unable to attend the clinic in person or who live further away.
Telehealth physiotherapy can be suitable for exercise-based rehabilitation, ongoing progress reviews, education, pain management strategies, and return-to-work or return-to-sport planning, depending on your condition. We’ll advise whether Telehealth is appropriate for your presentation and goals, and can seamlessly transition between online and in-clinic care if required.
A: Telehealth consultations are generally priced similarly to in-clinic consultations. Please see our Telehealth pricing page for more details.
A: Many private health funds and some Medicare items may rebate Telehealth under certain conditions. Please check with your fund for details.
A: To help us make the most of your appointment at Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy, please bring the following where applicable:
If you don’t have your imaging reports, that’s okay — as long as you know where the imaging was performed, we can often help locate the reports at your appointment.
Bringing this information helps ensure a thorough assessment, accurate diagnosis, and efficient treatment plan.
A: Wear comfortable clothing that allows movement and access to the affected area (shorts for hips/knees; loose top for shoulder/neck).
A: Yes. We can usually access imaging and reports from major radiology providers and liaise with your GP or specialist if needed.
A: Yes. Our physiotherapists can refer for X-rays, ultrasounds, MRIs or other imaging where appropriate. There may be a gap payment, depending on the test and provider.
A: We’ll take a detailed history, assess movement/function, provide a working diagnosis, start appropriate treatment, and give a clear plan with expected milestones.
A: It depends on your condition, goals, and response to treatment. We aim to build long-term self-management and only recommend ongoing sessions when they add value.
A: Yes — all physiotherapists are AHPRA-registered and university-qualified.
A: Our clinicians regularly complete professional development in areas such as manual therapy, sports rehab, post-operative rehab, dry needling, hydrotherapy, vestibular/vertigo rehab, TMJ/jaw management, balance and falls prevention.
A: Chris Warne is the Principal and Senior Physiotherapist at Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy, with over a decade of experience in private practice, much of it dedicated to caring for the Gwelup and northern Perth community.
Chris holds:
His clinical background spans sports physiotherapy and musculoskeletal private practice, providing a well-rounded and in-depth understanding of injury management, post-operative rehabilitation and long-term musculoskeletal care.
Chris is an active member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) and its specialist groups:
He undertakes regular postgraduate training and ongoing professional development to ensure his practice remains current, evidence-based and aligned with best-practice rehabilitation.
A: Chris Imms is a highly experienced physiotherapist with over a decade of clinical experience across sports physiotherapy, private practice, and occupational health settings, with a strong academic foundation in human movement and health.
Chris holds:
He has also held senior leadership roles in occupational health, including working as National Injury Prevention Manager at Sodexo, where he was responsible for injury prevention strategy, workplace risk reduction, and large-scale workforce health initiatives.
Chris is an active member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) and the Occupational Health specialist group. He undertakes ongoing professional development to ensure his clinical practice remains evidence-based, practical, and aligned with modern workplace and musculoskeletal rehabilitation standards.
A: Our physios hold current police clearances, Working With Children Checks, and NDIS worker screening clearances, ensuring safe and compliant care.
A: Yes. Our clinicians maintain current first-aid and CPR training and undertake regular updates.
A: Our primary language of service is English. If you require an interpreter or language support, please let us know and we will help arrange options or appropriate referrals.
A: Our physios engage in intensive ongoing professional development, including courses, workshops, mentoring and evidence-based updates, to ensure that our treatments reflect current best practice.
A: Yes. With your consent, we can send reports or updates to your GP, surgeon, dentist, insurer, workplace rehab provider or other health professionals involved in your care.
A: Yes. We work closely with GPs, surgeons, rheumatologists, dentists, podiatrists, exercise physiologists, psychologists and other allied health providers to ensure comprehensive, team-based care.
A: Yes. We are happy to provide a second opinion on your current diagnosis, treatment plan or progress. We can also communicate with your existing physio or doctor if you wish.
A: Yes. We support several local sporting clubs in Perth’s northern suburbs. Clubs interested in sponsorship or support can contact the clinic.
A: Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy is co-located within Gwelup Medical Centre, providing convenient access to general practitioners, nursing staff, and on-site pathology services with Clinipath. This setup supports coordinated, multidisciplinary care when referrals, investigations, or shared management are required.
A: We provide gym-based rehabilitation through partnerships with local gyms in Perth’s northern suburbs, offering modern, fully equipped environments for strength and conditioning programs. If you’re already a gym member, we can attend your gym and tailor your rehabilitation to the specific equipment available, ensuring your program is practical and easy to continue independently.
A: While based in Gwelup, Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy regularly treats patients from Karrinyup, Carine, Stirling, Innaloo, Balcatta, Hamersley, Duncraig, Doubleview, Trigg, North Beach, Watermans Bay and Marmion, as well as surrounding northern Perth suburbs.
A: We’re less than five minutes from Karrinyup, with straightforward access via Karrinyup Road, Jeanes Road and North Beach Road.
A: Yes — Lake Gwelup Physiotherapy is located directly opposite Lake Gwelup Reserve, inside Gwelup Medical Centre on North Beach Road, making it a convenient option for locals and nearby suburbs.
A: Yes — if you’re in Gwelup or nearby suburbs, we appear on Google Maps and local search results, making it easy to find a nearby physio. The clinic is clearly signposted inside Gwelup Medical Centre, with free parking right outside.
A: Yes — these coastal suburbs are only a short drive away via West Coast Drive and North Beach Road.
A: Yes — free on-site parking is available directly outside the clinic entrance.
A: Yes — the clinic has level access, wheelchair-friendly treatment rooms, and accessible public toilets onsite.
A: Yes — bus routes including 424 and 427 stop nearby, and the clinic is easily accessed from the Mitchell Freeway via Cedric Street and Karrinyup Road.
A: Yes — home visit physiotherapy is available across Gwelup, Karrinyup, Carine, Stirling, Innaloo, Balcatta and Hamersley, where appropriate.
A: Yes — many patients attend before work, after work or during a lunch break thanks to our location and appointment times.
A: Often, yes — online booking is available 24/7, and for urgent issues such as acute injuries or vertigo, we aim to offer same-day or next-day appointments, subject to availability. Please email or call if you have an urgent issue and we will do our best to accommodate you as soon as possible.
A: We’re a locally owned, independent physiotherapy clinic based in Gwelup, serving the local community since 2018.
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