Helping people move, play and feel confident — no matter where they live
Physiotherapy is a vital part of NDIS-funded Allied Health Therapy. It supports people of all ages to improve movement, build strength, manage pain, and confidently take part in everyday life.
But did you know that physiotherapy doesn’t always have to happen in person? Thanks to modern telehealth options, NDIS physiotherapy can be delivered online — with the same care, support, and clinical outcomes you’d expect from face-to-face therapy.
Whether your family lives in a rural community, a remote region, or just prefers the comfort and convenience of home, online therapy in Australia is making it easier than ever to access support. Let’s explore how it works.
💻 What Is Online Physiotherapy?
Online physiotherapy (also called telehealth physiotherapy) means working with a qualified physiotherapist online using video calls. It’s especially helpful for people with mobility challenges, families in rural or remote areas, and those who benefit from staying in familiar environments.
During a session, your NDIS physiotherapist might:
- Watch how you or your child moves
- Help set up a safe, functional home environment
- Coach family members or support workers
- Recommend stretches, movement games or strengthening activities
- Provide easy-to-follow home programs with visuals and videos
Online physiotherapy works well alongside other online services such as:
- Online Psychologists Australia
- Online Speech Therapy
- Online Occupational Therapy for Kids
- NDIS Dietitian services
This means participants can receive holistic care online, through a team-based Allied Health approach — including online occupational therapy, speech therapy, and psychology support.
👶 Who Can Physiotherapy Help?
Physiotherapy can help people at different life stages — from babies to adults — who have difficulty with movement, posture, strength, balance, or coordination. Support is available even without a formal diagnosis.
For Kids and Teens:
Children may benefit from physiotherapy if they:
- Have trouble walking, running, jumping or using stairs
- Get tired easily during school or play
- Are delayed in motor milestones like riding a bike or skipping
- Have low or high muscle tone — floppy or stiff muscles
- Experience pain or fatigue due to hypermobility or joint issues
- Seem clumsy or uncoordinated
- Are living with conditions like Cerebral Palsy, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Down syndrome, ADHD, or neurological disorders
- Are recovering from an injury, surgery, or illness like a brain injury or chest infection
Therapists can work on goals like posture, balance, strength, and gross motor skills through fun online movement games and parent-guided activities.
These sessions often go hand-in-hand with online occupational therapy, especially for kids with Autism, sensory needs, or developmental delays.
For Adults:
Online physiotherapy through the NDIS also supports adults who:
- Use mobility aids like walkers or wheelchairs and need help with transfers or home safety
- Have chronic pain, joint stiffness, or muscle weakness
- Are recovering from injury or surgery
- Have neurological conditions like stroke, MS, Parkinson’s or spinal cord injury
- Experience fatigue or poor posture due to physical or mental health conditions
- Face movement challenges linked to intellectual or psychosocial disability
- Want to build independence at home, in the community or workplace
Adults may access a mix of services — such as Online Therapy Australia, Online Speech Pathology, or Online Psychologist Australia — to address both physical and emotional wellbeing.
🤝 How Can NDIS Physios Help Online?
Whether the person is a child, teen or adult, NDIS physiotherapists can support participants with:
- Assessments of movement, strength, posture, balance and mobility
- Customised therapy plans for daily life — at home, school or work
- Practical advice on equipment
- Coaching for parents, carers, and support workers
- Progress tracking and goal setting via online sessions
Many families find that when physiotherapy is delivered alongside speech therapy online, occupational therapy online, or a therapist for autism, the results are even more meaningful.
If you’re looking for a team-based option, providers like Therapy Connect specialise in telehealth services and offer NDIS-funded access to speech, physio, psychology, OT, and dietitian support in one place.
📱 Is Online Physiotherapy Right for You?
Online physiotherapy is a safe, evidence-based option that offers:
- Convenience (no travel required)
- Comfort of the home environment
- Easier scheduling for busy families or support teams
- Access for people in rural, regional or remote areas
- Inclusion of carers and family in sessions
- Ongoing therapy during weather events, illness, or transport challenges
Whether you’re seeking help with injury recovery or a personalised plan for building strength and independence, online physio can help meet your goals.
✅ Ready to Get Started?
NDIS-funded online physiotherapy can help participants live more active, independent, and confident lives — from anywhere in Australia.
If you’re already working with an online occupational therapist, speech therapist Australia-wide, or online therapist Australia, adding physiotherapy to your Allied Health team can help round out your supports.
Talk to your Support Coordinator or therapy provider to learn more about how online physiotherapy could fit into your NDIS plan.
