Neurological conditions affect movement, balance, strength, and independence in ways that are deeply personal and often unpredictable. The right physiotherapy support can make a meaningful difference to how someone moves and functions in their daily life.
Blue Water Physio provides mobile neurological physiotherapy across the Gold Coast and Northern NSW, bringing experienced care to where it is needed most.
What is neurological physiotherapy?
Neurological physiotherapy focuses on movement and physical function for people living with conditions that affect the brain, spinal cord, or nervous system. It involves assessment, goal-setting, and exercise and movement programs designed around each person’s specific situation and capabilities.
Conditions we work with
Our physiotherapists have experience working with people living with:
- Stroke and acquired brain injury
- Multiple sclerosis (MS)
- Parkinson’s disease
- Cerebral palsy
- Spinal cord injury
- Other neurological and complex conditions
How we deliver it
Physiotherapy for neurological conditions is delivered in your home or community setting, meaning your physio can observe and work with you in the environments where movement matters most.
We work closely with your GP, specialist, support coordinator, and other allied health professionals involved in your care. Referrals from neurologists, hospital discharge teams, and GPs are welcome.
We service clients across the Gold Coast including Robina, Southport, Broadbeach, Helensvale, and Coomera, and into Northern NSW including Murwillumbah, Ballina, and the Byron Shire.
Funding your neurological physiotherapy
- NDIS: Capacity Building (Improved Daily Living). We work with agency-managed, plan-managed and self-managed participants.
- Support at Home: we work alongside your Support at Home provider.
- Restorative Care Pathway: short-term allied health support through Support at Home, arranged with your aged care provider.
- Medicare: rebates for up to five sessions a year with a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan and GP referral.
- Private health insurance: depending on your extras cover.
- DVA: Gold Card or White Card (for accepted conditions), with a GP referral.
- Private (self-funded)
Frequently Asked Questions
What conditions does neurological physiotherapy address?
Neurological physiotherapy addresses conditions affecting movement and physical function that arise from the brain, spinal cord, or nervous system, including stroke, MS, Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy, and acquired brain injury.
Can physiotherapy support stroke recovery?
Physiotherapy can be an important part of rehabilitation following a stroke. Your physiotherapist will assess your current function and work with you and your care team to develop a program focused on your goals and daily needs.
Is neurological physiotherapy covered by NDIS?
Yes. Physiotherapy for neurological conditions can be funded through NDIS under Capacity Building, Improved Daily Living. Your support coordinator can help confirm what is available in your plan.
How soon after a neurological event should physiotherapy begin?
Early input from a physiotherapist is generally recommended following a neurological event. Your treating hospital or GP can guide the appropriate timing, and we are able to accept referrals from hospital discharge teams.
Do you work with GPs and specialists to coordinate care?
Yes. We work as part of your broader care team and communicate with GPs, neurologists, support coordinators, and other allied health professionals involved in your care.
