In-Home Spinal Cord Injury Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy

Therapy and practical rehabilitation for NDIS participants living with paraplegia, tetraplegia and other effects of spinal cord injury.

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SPINAL CORD INJURY REHABILITATION AT HOME

Living with a spinal cord injury can affect transfers, wheelchair use, strength, personal care, home access and participation in work or community life.

Back2You Therapy brings rehabilitation into your home so treatment can focus on the activities and barriers that are relevant to you. Your clinician can assess the equipment you use, the spaces you move through and the physical assistance available during everyday tasks.

We provide both activity-based therapy and functional rehabilitation, with support shaped around your level of injury, current abilities and NDIS goals.

INDIVIDUALISED SCI THERAPY

Rehabilitation Focused on What You Want to Work Towards

No two spinal cord injuries affect function in exactly the same way. Therapy may focus on building physical capacity, improving the way a task is completed, trialling equipment or maintaining function over time. Your program is based on what is clinically appropriate for you—not a standard set of exercises.

Activity-Based Therapy

Task-specific and repetitive movement practice designed around your available function and goals. Sessions may involve upper or lower-limb movement, reaching, weight-bearing, standing, stepping or other functional activities where appropriate.

Transfers and Bed Mobility

Assessment and practice for moving between beds, wheelchairs, toilets, shower chairs, vehicles and other surfaces. This may include transfer techniques, slide boards, hoists or changes to the surrounding setup.

Wheelchair Mobility and Skills

Support with wheelchair propulsion, turning, ramps, uneven surfaces and positioning, alongside assessment of whether the current wheelchair setup supports efficient movement and everyday use.

Strength and Physical Capacity

Individualised exercise targeting available muscle function, cardiovascular fitness, endurance and the physical demands of transfers, wheelchair mobility and daily activities.

Upper-Limb and Shoulder Management

Assessment of shoulder function and repeated upper-limb demands associated with wheelchair propulsion, pressure relief, transfers and personal care.

Seating, Pressure Care and Positioning

Review of wheelchair seating, cushions, back supports and posture to support comfort, stability, function and pressure management.

Early and ongoing spinal rehabilitation can include physical activity, stretching, hydrotherapy, task practice and regular review based on the person’s needs.

The Back2You Therapy Difference for Spinal Cord Injury

Physiotherapy and occupational therapy are coordinated around the same person, environment and functional priorities.

Activity-Based and Functional

We combine targeted movement practice with real activities such as transfers, wheelchair mobility, reaching, standing and accessing different areas of the home.

Physio and OT Together

Physiotherapy focuses on movement and physical capacity. Occupational therapy addresses daily activities, equipment, seating and environmental access.

Therapy in Your Environment

Assessment and treatment take place using the participant’s own equipment and spaces, allowing recommendations to reflect how daily life actually works.

PHYSIOTHERAPY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Spinal Cord Injury Therapy That Comes to You

Back2You Therapy supports participants who require ongoing rehabilitation, help transitioning home or a review following changes to their function, equipment or support arrangements.

Physiotherapy, occupational therapy or combined input may be recommended depending on the referral.

How We Can Help

Activity-Based Therapy

In-Home Spinal Cord Injury Physiotherapy

In-Home Spinal Cord Injury Occupational Therapy

Wheelchair and Seating Assessments

Pressure Care and Positioning

Assistive Technology

Home Modifications

Functional Capacity Assessments

NDIS Reports and Recommendations

Years of care.

A lifetime of better health.

YOUR FIRST APPOINTMENT

What an In-Home Spinal Cord Injury Session Looks Like

Your first appointment is used to understand your injury, current function, equipment and priorities before recommending a therapy plan.

1. Discuss Your Current Situation

We ask about your spinal cord injury, previous rehabilitation, present supports, equipment and the specific activities you want to address.

2. Assess Relevant Movement and Tasks

Your clinician may assess transfers, bed mobility, wheelchair propulsion, standing, walking, balance, upper-limb use or personal care, depending on the referral.

3. Review Equipment and Positioning

Wheelchairs, cushions, beds, shower equipment and transfer aids can be reviewed for fit, setup and practical use.

4. Identify Environmental Barriers

We consider access through entrances, bathrooms, bedrooms and other areas where space or layout affects safety and independence.

5. Agree on the Next Steps

You receive clear recommendations covering treatment, activity-based therapy, home strategies, equipment trials, further assessments or NDIS reporting.

YOUR CLINICAL TEAM

Meet Your Spinal Cord Injury Therapy Team

Our AHPRA-registered physiotherapists and occupational therapists have experience supporting adults with neurological conditions, physical disability and complex functional needs. Relevant experience across the team includes neurological rehabilitation, activity-based therapy, mobility, equipment prescription, pressure care, postural management and home modifications. We match each participant with the clinician whose experience best suits the referral. When both physiotherapy and occupational therapy are involved, the clinicians can coordinate goals and recommendations across movement, equipment and everyday activities.

Julian Carmichael

Director & Senior Physiotherapist

Emily Monk

Occupational Therapy Team Lead

Sean Spillane

Senior Physiotherapist

Claire Connolly

Senior Physiotherapist

Hea "Kimmy" Kim

Physiotherapist

Mia Graham

Occupational Therapist

Paula Spann

Occupational Therapist

Tiahlee Roberts

Senior Administration Officer

Stephanie Long

Occupational Therapist

Professional

Always provide high quality reliable service.

Friendly

Our therapists are down to earth with a sense of humour.

Listen

We will always listen to your wishes.

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Real People. Real Results.

Trusted by clients, families and support teams

Working with Emily from Back2youTherapy is life changing. She has a special way of personalising her therapy supporting our participants to grow. One thing that that stood out is how she has built trust and also popping in a side of fun with her therapy sessions. Emily is skilled in plan writing and her communication and care is second to none.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is activity-based therapy for spinal cord injury?

Activity-based therapy uses repeated, task-specific movement and physical activity to work towards the participant’s functional goals. Depending on the person’s injury and abilities, this may involve reaching, weight-bearing, standing, stepping, upper-limb exercise or practising complete functional tasks.

What can physiotherapy help with after a spinal cord injury?

Physiotherapy may address transfers, bed mobility, wheelchair skills, strength, endurance, upper-limb function, standing and walking where clinically appropriate. Treatment is tailored to the participant’s level of injury, available movement and goals.

How can occupational therapy help?

Occupational therapy focuses on how the participant completes personal care, household activities, work and community tasks. An OT may also assess wheelchairs, seating, pressure care, transfer equipment, assistive technology and home modifications.

Do you provide both activity-based therapy and functional rehabilitation?

Yes. Activity-based therapy can be combined with practical rehabilitation addressing transfers, wheelchair mobility, equipment, personal care and access within the participant’s home.

Can you help with wheelchair seating and pressure care?

Yes, subject to the assigned clinician’s experience and scope. This may include reviewing posture, cushions, back supports, positioning, seated function and pressure-management requirements.

Can you prescribe equipment?

Our occupational therapists can assess and recommend relevant assistive technology within their scope. This may include transfer aids, shower commodes, adjustable beds, seating and mobility equipment. Equipment assessment can include trials and follow-up where required.

Can you train family members and support workers?

Where appropriate, therapists can provide guidance on agreed transfer methods, positioning, equipment use and strategies that form part of the participant’s therapy plan. The NDIS recognises that therapy supports may include training for families and carers to assist with everyday activities and equipment.

Do you complete Functional Capacity Assessments?

Yes, subject to clinician availability and the purpose of the assessment. The assessment documents how the participant’s disability affects everyday activities and the supports they may require.

Can therapy continue after hospital rehabilitation?

Yes. Back2You Therapy can provide ongoing community-based rehabilitation after discharge, including activity-based therapy, functional rehabilitation and reviews of changing equipment or support needs. Queensland’s Spinal Outreach Team also recognises the need for community support at any stage following initial rehabilitation.