Medicare Bulk Billing for All Eligible Patients Now Open 7 Days · Mon–Fri 9am–5:30pm | Weekends 9am–2pm T17 & 18, 10 Hummingbird Dr, Botanic Ridge VIC 3977 P: (03) 5902 8223 info@botanicridgedoctors.com.au Walk-Ins *Accommodated Where Possible Onsite Allied Health
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Physiotherapy — onsite, Medicare rebates available

Sports injury rehabilitation, back and neck pain, post-surgical rehab, chronic pain management. Our physiotherapist works alongside your GP for integrated care.

Service
Physiotherapy
Practice
HICAPS & CDM rebates
For eligible Medicare patients
Physiotherapy session at Botanic Ridge Doctors
Bulk Billed For all eligible Medicare patients
Open 7 Days Weekends & public holidays
Allied Health Onsite Eleven practitioners under one roof
Multilingual Team Care in your language
Botanic Ridge Doctors
02 02 Meet your physiotherapist

Shrutika Namle — Casey Physiotherapy.

Mulligan certified · PD Warrior therapist

Shrutika brings more than a decade of physiotherapy experience to Botanic Ridge, with training in orthopaedic conditions and rehabilitation injuries. She is a certified Mulligan therapist and a Parkinson Disease (PD) Warrior therapist, and has a clinical interest in women's health (pre and post pregnancy).

Casey Physiotherapy also provides care for sports injuries, spinal rehabilitation, geriatric pain management and post-operative rehabilitation. Multiple practitioners consult from the clinic across the week — Shrutika Namle, Nital Tawde and Harleen.

Call (03) 5902 8223 to book
02 Our Physiotherapists

Three onsite physios — book whoever fits your schedule

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Shrutika Namle

Casey Physiotherapy · Tuesdays

10+ years experience. Mulligan Concept therapist, Parkinson's Warrior trained, special interest in women's health (pre/post pregnancy). Orthopaedic & rehabilitation focus.

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Nital Tawde

Casey Physiotherapy · Thursdays & Saturday mornings

13+ years experience. Special interests in lower limb injury, spinal rehab, sports injury management, geriatric care, and growth-related injuries in school-aged athletes.

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Uma Sankarapuram

Main areas of clinical interest: Spinal injuries, shoulder injuries, neck pain and lower back pain.

Dry Needling Certified. Uma is dedicated to assisting her clients in achieving their health and wellness goals. She is committed to providing exceptional care and achieving optimal long term outcomes for her clients' acute and chronic conditions. With extensive experience in home healthcare and private practice, Uma brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role. Outside of work, she enjoys listening to health podcasts, watching movies, and spending quality time with her family and beloved dogs. * Uma bulk bills all valid EPC care plans, Workcover, TAC, NDIS and DVA clients.

03 Conditions Treated

What we help with

A few clicks — and you're in the diary. Call (03) 5902 8223 to book
05 What to expect

How your appointment typically flows.

Your appointment is performed onsite with GP review. A common procedure with a strong evidence base.

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Call reception to book

Physiotherapy appointments cannot be booked online — please call (03) 5902 8223. A GP referral is not required for self-funded appointments.

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Initial assessment (30 min)

Your physio takes a history, examines movement and function, and identifies the cause of pain or dysfunction.

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Hands-on treatment

Treatment may include manual therapy, dry needling, exercise prescription, taping or load-management advice.

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Home program & follow-up

You leave with a clear home-exercise program. Most patients see meaningful change across 3–6 sessions.

06 Who we see

Care for specific concerns.

These procedures are appropriate for:

Pick your day — book in 30 seconds. Call (03) 5902 8223 to book
07 Fees & Medicare

Transparent pricing.

Physiotherapy attracts a private fee. Patients with a CDM plan from their GP receive a Medicare rebate (up to 5 rebated Allied Health visits per calendar year). Private health, NDIS, DVA and WorkCover plans accepted. Please contact reception for current fee schedules.

Need a quote? Please contact reception on (03) 5902 8223 for current fee schedules and rebate amounts.
08 Questions, answered

Common questions.

Do I need a GP referral?
Not for self-funded appointments. A CDM plan referral is needed for Medicare rebate; WorkCover or TAC claims need their respective approvals.
Which physio should I see?
Shrutika has interests in women's health and Parkinson's. Nital and Harleen see general musculoskeletal, sports and post-surgical patients. Reception can match you to the right practitioner.
Do you do dry needling?
Yes — dry needling is offered by several practitioners as part of a broader treatment plan.
How long are appointments?
Initial assessments are 30 minutes. Follow-up sessions are typically 30 minutes.

Book your appointment today.

Bulk-billed consultations for eligible Medicare patients. Some procedures may attract a private fee — please contact reception to confirm costs at booking. Open 7 days, walk-ins accommodated where possible.

Book online via HotDoc Call (03) 5902 8223

Important: The information on this page is general health information only. It is not a substitute for personalised medical advice from a qualified health practitioner. Outcomes vary between individuals — your GP will assess your specific situation and recommend the right approach for you. If you have urgent symptoms, please call 000 or attend your nearest emergency department.

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