Physio Clapham
Comprehensive Physiotherapy care, near Clapham
ctive Balance Physio & Wellness is just a short drive from Clapham, located on Daws Road in St Marys. Our mission is to help residents of Clapham, Blackwood, Colonel Light Gardens and other nearby suburbs overcome pain, improve mobility and achieve long lasting results. We combine in depth assessments, evidence based manual therapies and bespoke exercise programs to support your recovery. By addressing the underlying cause of your symptoms and guiding you through targeted rehab, we empower you to return to work, sport or everyday activities with confidence.
Reasons to Choose Our Clinic:
- Convenient location: our St Marys clinic is easily accessible from Clapham with ample parking and extended hours.
- Holistic approach: we look beyond symptoms to identify movement patterns, lifestyle factors and underlying weaknesses, tailoring treatment accordingly.
- Hands‑on expertise: our physiotherapists use a blend of soft tissue techniques, joint mobilisation, dry needling, trigger point therapy and myofascial cupping to ease pain and restore function.
- Collaborative care: we work alongside myotherapists, exercise physiologists and remedial massage therapists to provide integrated support.
- Top‑tier facilities: enjoy access to a fully equipped rehab gym, cutting‑edge VALD ForceDecks and Dynamo testing equipment, plus an infrared sauna and NormaTec compression boots in our recovery zone.
3 Minutes from Clapham
After hours appointments
Onsite, free parking available
Experienced practitioners
Physiotherapy Clapham
Physiotherapy is an evidence-based approach to treating pain, injury and movement issues. Our physios are highly trained in assessment, hands-on treatment and rehabilitation, helping you recover, move better and stay active long term.
When you see our team, you can expect:
- A thorough assessment of your injury, movement, and goals
- Hands-on treatment to reduce pain and improve mobility
- Clear rehab guidance to support long-term recovery
- Ongoing support to help you stay active and confident
We’re not here for quick fixes, we’re here to help you recover properly.
A Hands-On Approach to Physiotherapy
We take a hands-on, practical approach to treatment.
Depending on your needs, this may include modalities such as:
- Joint mobilisation
- Soft tissue work
- Trigger point therapy & myofascial release
- Dry needling (with or without electrotherapy)
- Guided exercise & rehab
- Myofascial Cupping
Treatment doesn’t just stop there, we will also guide you through what to do between sessions so you can keep improving, and reduce the risk of your pain coming back.
What Physiotherapy Can Help With:
Whether you’re dealing with a recent injury or a nagging complaint, we can assist with:
- Spinal pain: acute neck spasm, facet joint sprains, disc injuries and chronic low back pain.
- Head, jaw and facial pain: tension headaches, migraine episodes and temporomandibular joint dysfunction.
- Shoulder, elbow and wrist conditions: impingement syndrome, rotator cuff tears, tennis or golfer’s elbow and repetitive strain injuries.
- Hip, knee and foot problems: including labral tears, meniscus injuries, patella or Achilles tendinopathy, bursitis, ankle sprains and plantar fasciitis.
- Sports and overuse injuries: sprains, strains, shin splints and other overuse syndromes common in running and field sports.
- Rehabilitation after surgery or immobilisation: regain strength and mobility following ACL reconstruction, shoulder repair or fracture.
- Balance and vestibular disorders: assessment and treatment of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) to reduce dizziness and prevent falls.
Supporting the Clapham Community
We’re proud to support patients from Clapham and surrounding suburbs, helping people stay active, recover from injury, and move with confidence. We work closely with numerous local sporting clubs, and are proud to support grassroots sports.
Planning for your appointment
Address
You’ll find us at 135 Daws Rd, St Marys 5042.
We share our building with Daws Road Medical Centre. Enter through the front doors, and head upstairs.
*There is a lift conveniently located opposite the stairs should you need it.
Contact details
To schedule a session or ask questions, please call us on 0450877731, or head to our online booking portal. Appointments are available Monday to Saturday.
Parking
There is onsite parking available, however on the rare chance the carpark is full, there is street parking available nearby on Benjamin Street.
Your Physiotherapy Journey
Your first session (up to 45 minutes) begins with a detailed discussion of your history and goals. We perform movement assessments and specific orthopaedic tests to pinpoint the source of your symptoms.
Treatment may include soft tissue techniques, joint mobilisation, cupping or dry needling to ease discomfort and improve mobility.
We’ll then prescribe a personalised home exercise program using our online app, so you can continue making progress between visits.
Follow‑Up Care Subsequent appointments (30–60 minutes) allow us to monitor your progress and modify your exercises as you get stronger or your symptoms change.
We also discuss activity modification, ergonomics and lifestyle factors to promote long‑term recovery and prevent recurrence.
Why Choose Active Balance for Physiotherapy?
Convenient St Marys location
Located on Daws Rd, St Marys, our clinic is easily accessible and has onsite parking available
Longer Appointment times
We offer a minimum of 30 minutes with your physio to ensure a high level of care
Holistic approach
We work together as team to try and find the best outcomes for our clients
Hands on Treatments
Our physios are highly skilled at hands on techniques such as dry needling, soft tissue massage and myofascial cupping
Sports & Performance Services
Helping Clapham Athletes
Running Technique & Biomechanics
Runners in Clapham can benefit from our two‑session running assessment. The first appointment evaluates strength, flexibility and running form using high‑tech VALD equipment and video analysis; the second provides a comprehensive report, rehab plan and hands‑on treatment. This service helps identify inefficiencies, prevent overuse injuries and enhance performance.
Athlete Maintenance & Return‑to‑Sport Testing
Our Athlete Tune‑Up is a longer treatment session combining deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, myofascial cupping, dry needling and joint mobilisation to iron out niggles and keep you performing at your best. For those recovering from injury, return‑to‑sport testing using VALD ForceDecks and Dynamo provides objective data on strength, power and symmetry so you can return to sport confidently.
Other Clinic Services:
We offer a range of physiotherapy & aligned services to support your recovery and performance, including:
- Myotherapy & deep tissue massage
- Remedial massage & lymphatic drainage
- Mat Pilates
- Infrared Sauna
- NormaTec Compression Boots
Frequently Asked Questions – Physio Clapham
1. Do I need a referral to see a physio?
No referral is required. You can book directly with our physio team. Private health rebates may apply depending on your cover.
2. What conditions do your physios treat?
We treat are wide range of conditions, including, but not limited to: back pain, neck pain, sports injuries, shoulder and knee pain, joint stiffness, concussion, headaches and post-surgical rehabilitation.
3. Do you offer hands-on physiotherapy?
Yes. Hands-on treatment is a key part of our approach. We use manual therapy, massage, joint mobilisation and dry needling where appropriate.
4. How many sessions will I need?
This depends on your injury and goals. After your first appointment, we provide a clear treatment plan so you know what to expect.
5. Can you help with sports injuries?
Absolutely. We work with athletes of all levels, helping manage pain, improve performance and guide a safe return to sport.
Physiotherapy Services Available at Active Balance
Vertigo & BPPV Treatment
Treatment for dizziness and vertigo with targeted, evidence-based treatment.
Supervised Injury Rehab
Tailored rehab in our fully equipped gym to restore movement, strength, and confidence.
Athlete Tune Up
Hands-on treatment to reduce tension, address imbalances, and help you train and recover better.
Running Assessments
Comprehensive running analysis to help you move better, run further, and reduce injury risk
Return to Sport Testing
Advanced testing with VALD ForceDecks & Dynamo to ensure you’re ready to return safely
Our Physiotherapy Team
Emily Clements
Physiotherapist
Alexander Muscat
Physiotherapist
Talia Alt
Physiotherapist