Business Details
Your Trusted Physiotherapy Partner in Balaklava
Physio Prime is a patient-focused physiotherapy practice established to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care across South Australia. With over 50 years of combined clinical experience, our team specialises in sports injuries, spinal conditions, general physiotherapy, and men's health services. Our Balaklava clinic features state-of-the-art facilities, including a fully equipped gymnasium, while our outreach services extend to metropolitan Adelaide and cancer care centres. We prioritise hands-on treatment techniques, personalised exercise programs, and patient education to optimise recovery outcomes. Our practitioners maintain active memberships with professional bodies like the Australian Physiotherapy Association and Sports Medicine Australia, ensuring adherence to industry best practices.We serve clients of all ages, addressing musculoskeletal injuries, chronic pain, post-surgical rehabilitation, and workplace injuries. Our commitment to rural communities is demonstrated through decades of service across regional South Australia. Continuous professional development ensures our team remains at the forefront of physiotherapy advancements. We offer tailored solutions for spinal pain management, sports injury rehabilitation, and men's pelvic health concerns. Our approach combines technical expertise with compassionate care to deliver efficient, effective treatment outcomes.
Services
Sports Physiotherapy
Spinal Care
Men's Health
Pelvic Floor Therapy
Post-Surgical Rehab
Chronic Pain Management
Workplace Injury Treatment
Dry Needling
Electrotherapy
Exercise Programs
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years combined clinical experience in physiotherapy
- Our team specialises in men's health and prostate cancer rehabilitation
- We use evidence-based, hands-on treatment techniques proven effective
- Our practitioners maintain active professional memberships for ongoing education
- We provide tailored rehabilitation programs for sports and spinal injuries
Services
Men's Health Physiotherapy
Specialised treatment for male pelvic floor issues including urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction. Our physiotherapists provide prehabilitation and rehabilitation for prostate cancer patients using real-time ultrasound assessment. This service combines manual therapy with targeted exercise programs to improve quality of life.
Sports Injury Rehabilitation
Comprehensive management of sports-related injuries through tailored rehabilitation programs. We employ joint mobilisation, soft tissue techniques, and strength conditioning to restore function. Our practitioners have extensive experience with Australian Rules football injuries and athletic recovery protocols.
Spinal Pain Management
Evidence-based treatment for spinal conditions focusing on pain relief and injury prevention. Our approach combines manual therapy with patient education on posture and self-management strategies. We address acute and chronic back pain through individualised treatment plans.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Structured rehabilitation programs following orthopaedic or cancer surgeries. We work closely with surgeons to optimise recovery through progressive exercise and manual therapy. Our expertise includes prehabilitation programs to prepare patients for surgical procedures.
Dry Needling Therapy
Advanced technique for treating muscular pain and dysfunction using fine needles. This modality targets trigger points to relieve pain and improve mobility. Combined with other physiotherapy techniques, it enhances recovery from musculoskeletal injuries.
People
Darren Davey
Principal Physiotherapist
With nearly 30 years' experience, Darren specialises in men's health and prostate cancer rehabilitation. He graduated from the University of South Australia in 1992 and has worked across rural South Australia and the UK. His expertise includes sports injury management and spinal rehabilitation.
Rodney Burgess
Physiotherapist
Rodney brings 28 years of private practice experience, specialising in sports injuries and spinal pain. He graduated from the University of SA in 1993 and holds a Certificate in Injury Management. He has worked across Australia and focuses on rural physiotherapy practice.
Questions
What men's health services do you offer?
We specialise in pelvic floor rehabilitation for urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, and Peyronie's disease. Our services include prehabilitation and rehabilitation for prostate cancer patients using evidence-based techniques.
How can I book an appointment?
You can book online through our website or contact our Balaklava clinic directly at 08 8862 2200. Specialised men's health appointments are available at multiple metropolitan locations.
What experience do your physiotherapists have?
Our team has over 50 years combined clinical experience, including sports injury management, spinal rehabilitation, and workplace injury assessments. We maintain active professional memberships for ongoing education.
Do you treat sports injuries?
Yes, we provide comprehensive sports injury rehabilitation with a focus on Australian Rules football injuries. Our treatment includes manual therapy, strength conditioning, and return-to-play protocols.
What spinal treatment options are available?
We offer manual therapy, posture re-education, and self-management strategies for spinal pain. Our approach combines hands-on treatment with exercise programs to prevent injury recurrence.
