Registered Physiotherapist

Physio that comes to you.

Expert community physiotherapy for NDIS participants. Bringing UK-trained neurological rehabilitation experience directly to your home — across Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

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UK Trained & Qualified
NDIS Plan & Self Managed
Home Community Visits
John Connolly, Registered Physiotherapist

About John

A physio who puts patients first.

John Connolly is a UK-trained physiotherapist with extensive experience in neurological rehabilitation, MSK physiotherapy, and NDIS community care — now bringing that expertise directly to participants' homes across Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

John's neuro career began at The Rehab Physio UK, where he managed complex caseloads of patients recovering from brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and stroke. He used advanced rehabilitation technologies including the Tyro Station, and worked alongside multi-disciplinary teams, case managers, and solicitors to deliver comprehensive care.

Since returning to Australia, John has built strong MSK experience at clinics in both Perth and the Gold Coast, including a previous role as a Senior MSK Physiotherapist at a GP clinic on the Gold Coast. He currently serves as Physiotherapy Lead at an MSK clinic in Daisy Hill, where he leads the physio team and treats neurological and NDIS patients — combining that clinical expertise with community home visits through Able Movement Physio.

Why Choose Able Movement Physio

Not just another NDIS provider

There are a lot of NDIS physiotherapy providers out there. Here's what makes Able Movement Physio different.

You always get John

No rotating staff, no agency workers. Every single appointment is with John Connolly — the same experienced physiotherapist who knows your history, your goals, and what works for you. Continuity of care matters, especially in neurological rehabilitation.

Rare neuro rehab expertise

Most mobile NDIS physios come from MSK backgrounds. John trained in specialist neurological rehabilitation in the UK NHS — treating TBI, spinal cord injury, stroke, MS, and CP using advanced technologies including Tyro Station alongside expert multidisciplinary teams. That expertise is now available in your home.

NHS-trained and AHPRA registered

John trained at the University of Central Lancashire and worked within the NHS — one of the world's most rigorous healthcare systems. That training, combined with extensive Australian clinical experience across Perth and the Gold Coast, means you're in exceptionally capable hands.

Care in your environment

Rehabilitation is more effective when it happens where you actually live. John works with you in your real home environment — assessing the actual challenges you face daily and building programs that work in your space, not just in a clinic setting.

Your support team stays in the loop

John works closely with your support coordinators, plan managers, and carers — providing detailed progress reports, clear communication, and documentation that supports your plan reviews. Your whole team stays informed and aligned.

Built around your goals, not a service model

Able Movement Physio was founded because John believed NDIS participants deserved better than a conveyor belt approach to care. Every program is built from scratch around what you want to achieve — whether that's walking to the letterbox, getting back to sport, or simply living more independently.

What I Offer

Services & Specialisations

Tailored physiotherapy delivered at home or via telehealth, designed around your goals and NDIS plan.

Evidence-Based Innovation

Boxing & Martial Arts
Rehabilitation

A powerful, evidence-backed approach to neurological rehabilitation — delivered in your home by a trained Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner.

Boxing-based rehabilitation isn't just for the gym. Research shows it's one of the most effective tools available for people with neurological conditions — improving balance, strength, coordination, gait, mood, and quality of life in ways that traditional exercise alone often can't achieve.

John brings a unique combination of specialist neurological physiotherapy training and real martial arts experience to every session. Using focus mitts, pad work, shadow boxing, and adapted striking drills, sessions are tailored entirely to each patient's ability, goals, and NDIS plan.

Who benefits most:

  • Parkinson's Disease

    Proven to improve motor symptoms, balance, mobility, gait, and quality of life. One of the most well-studied boxing rehab populations.

  • Stroke Recovery

    Boxing therapy alongside task-oriented training has been shown to improve upper limb function, balance, and quality of life post-stroke.

  • Traumatic Brain Injury

    Rhythmic pad work improves reaction time, coordination, concentration, and neuroplasticity — key goals in TBI rehabilitation.

  • Multiple Sclerosis & Neurological Conditions

    High-intensity, engaging exercise that challenges the nervous system — improving fatigue, balance, and functional independence.

Peer-reviewed evidence

A 2025 systematic review of 13 studies and 402 patients found moderate-quality evidence that boxing exercise effectively improves strength, balance, mobility, gait, depression, and quality of life in neurological patients.

Read the research — Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience (2025) ↗
Muay Thai & BJJ Trained
13 Studies reviewed
402 Patients studied
2025 Latest evidence

Interested in boxing rehabilitation as part of your NDIS plan?

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NDIS Information

How NDIS Physio Works

Understanding how physiotherapy fits into your NDIS plan — clear, honest information to help you access the support you're entitled to.

✅ Who Can Access My Services

I provide physiotherapy services to NDIS participants who are:

  • Plan managed (invoiced through your plan manager)
  • Self managed (invoiced directly to you)
  • Located in the Brisbane or Gold Coast community and surrounding areas
  • Seeking home, community-based, or telehealth physiotherapy

💰 How Physiotherapy is Funded

Physiotherapy is funded under the Capacity Building — Improved Daily Living support category of your NDIS plan.

  • No gap payments for plan managed participants
  • Self managed participants receive a tax invoice for reimbursement
  • Services are priced in line with the NDIS Price Guide
  • Functional assessments and goal-setting reports available

📋 What to Have Ready

  • Your NDIS plan reference number
  • Plan manager contact details (if plan managed)
  • Your current physiotherapy or support goals
  • Any relevant medical history or specialist reports
  • Information about your home environment for safety planning

🔒 Your Rights as an NDIS Participant

  • Right to choose your own service providers
  • Right to be treated with dignity and respect
  • Right to clear information about services and costs
  • Right to raise concerns or complaints at any time
  • Right to privacy and confidentiality of your information
  • Services delivered under the NDIS Code of Conduct

Important: Agency managed participants cannot currently access my services directly, as I operate as a sole trader. If you are agency managed and wish to access physiotherapy, please speak with your NDIS planner or Local Area Coordinator about your options. I am happy to provide information to support this conversation if needed.

Appointments

Book an Appointment

Booking is easy — select a time that works for you. Home visits and telehealth both available across Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

Home Visit In-person at your home
Telehealth Secure video call

How it works

  1. Choose a time Use the booking calendar to pick a slot that suits you
  2. Confirmation within 24hrs We'll confirm your appointment by phone or email
  3. Initial assessment A thorough assessment — in-home or via video — to understand your goals
  4. Your tailored programme begins Regular sessions designed around your NDIS goals

📅 Availability

Mon – Fri8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sunday8:00 am – 2:00 pm

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🔒 Your information is kept strictly private and confidential.

Get in Touch

Contact Us

Ready to start your physiotherapy journey? Reach out — John is happy to answer any questions about NDIS services, funding, or your specific needs before you book.

Phone / SMS

0450 378 381

Email

john@ablemovementphysio.au

Service Area

Gold Coast & Brisbane + Surrounds

Response Time

Within 1 Business Day

Website

ablemovementphysio.au

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Service Area

Where We Operate

Providing home visit and telehealth physiotherapy across the Gold Coast, Brisbane, and surrounding areas.

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Gold Coast & Brisbane Home visits & Telehealth available