At My Local Physio Plus, we offer comprehensive RTWSA and MVA allied health services to support your recovery after a workplace or motor vehicle injury. Our multidisciplinary team includes Physiotherapists, Exercise Physiologists and Psychologists, working together to deliver personalised, evidence-based care.
We’re experienced in managing claims through ReturnToWorkSA (RTWSA) and motor vehicle accident (MVA) insurers, ensuring smooth communication with your GP, case manager, and insurer. With no upfront costs for approved claims, our goal is to help you return to work and life safely, both physically and mentally.
Our practitioners have experience in managing injuries sustained at work and in motor vehicle accidents.
We understand that suffering an injury at work or being in a motor vehicle accident can be very unexpected. Our aim is to ensure that your recovery journey is as easy as possible. We will assist you with every phase of your recovery, from early pain management through to getting you back to your occupational and recreational activities.
Our assessment protocols utilise screening questionnaires and outcome measures as recommended by Return to Work SA and the Motor Accident Commission.
We provide evidence-based management for clients, within the clinical frameworks recommended by these organisations.
Choose My Local Physio Plus for trusted RTWSA and MVA allied health care — all in one place.
Reality Health
Reality Health is an immersive virtual reality tool that our clinicians use for chronic pain education and management. We use the tool to help clients understand and manage their pain, reducing reliance on passive care. If you are interested, find out more on their website or contact us.
Reality Health combines the latest evidence-based pain science with virtual reality technology to enhance clients’ understanding of pain and guide their recovery. The program empowers clients to take control of their pain management, reducing reliance on passive care approaches.
Physiotherapy is an essential part of rehabilitation for those who have sustained an injury either at work or as a result of a motor vehicle accident. A physiotherapist can guide individuals throughout their rehabilitation journey as they return to work or pre-injury activities. Benefits of physiotherapy for this population can include:
Establishment of patient-specific goals to guide the individualized rehabilitation journey
Improve movement and reduce pain/stiffness using manual therapy techniques
Advocacy and communication to other professionals involved in the claim
Increased patient-understanding about the injury/condition
Enhanced knowledge about self-management strategies to help manage
Improve quality of movement and strength through an exercise program based on relevant work tasks or patient-specific movements
With the above-mentioned benefits, physiotherapy will help empower people throughout rehabilitation. Therefore, making the transition back to work or pre-injury function as smooth as possible, to keep the individual doing what they love!
Exercise Physiologists are allied health professionals who specialise in the use of exercise to improve physical function and health. Through compensable claims, we will conduct a thorough assessment of your current condition to determine your functional capacity. We will then develop a personalised treatment plan to help you reach your rehabilitation goals whilst encouraging self-management for life beyond your claim. We use a biopsychosocial approach for your rehabilitation with an understanding that recovery can be a complex process and there may be more impacting your recovery.
Benefits of Exercise Physiology treatment through compensable claims may include:
Reduced pain (and education around chronic pain)
Restoring mobility
Increased strength
Improved endurance
Improved balance and coordination
Reduced risk of further injury
Faster return to work and daily activities
Improved quality of life
By providing support, education and encouraging self-efficacy, we can assist your return to work, return to daily activities and back to your usual self.
In order for us to invoice your insurance company directly you will need to have the following prior to your first appointment.
Review from a Medical Professional
Referral for Physiotherapy or Exercise Physiology from your GP
Claim Acceptance letter from your relevant insuring company
Approved Claim Number
Case Managers full name and contact details including phone number and email
Any other medical documentation associated with your injury including reports, scans, MRI results etc.
If you do not have these details or if your claim is still under review but wish to proceed with treatment earlier, then you will be required to pay upfront for your consultation and claim back from your insurance company later once your claim has been approved.
Kinnari consults at the following practices below. Please click the book now button to make an appointment.
Physiotherapist
Kinnari Patel
Monday
Pelican Plaza
Tuesday
The Stables
Wednesday
Pelican Plaza
Thursday
Pelican Plaza/The Stables
Friday
Pelican Plaza
Saturday
n/a
Kinnari completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy Honours at University of South Australia in 2021.
Kinnari is a compassionate Physiotherapist, committed to provided patient-centred care and help improve her patient’s quality of life. She take a holistic approach to care, combining hands-on therapy, individualised exercise programs, and lifestyle advice tailored to each person’s goals, needs and more. Whether it's recovering from injury, managing chronic pain, or improving everyday function, she's here to support and motivate every step of the way.
Outside of work, she enjoy dancing and playing badminton. She also love taking peaceful walks along the beach to watch the sunset.
Eden consults at the following practices below. Please click the book now button to make an appointment.
Physiotherapist
Eden Snaith
Monday
The Stables
Tuesday
Pelican Plaza
Wednesday
The Stables
Thursday
Pelican Plaza
Friday
n/a
Saturday
n/a
Eden completed his Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science in 2020 at the University of South Australia and a Masters of Physiotherapy at Flinders University in 2023. Eden has a keen interest in sport and musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
He enjoys providing clients with evidence-based rehabilitation, and helping clients get back to what they love doing with both active rehabilitation and a hands-on approach.
Eden has an interest in athletics and trains as a sprinter in the 100m. Eden also enjoys watching AFL and assisting various sporting clubs as a sports trainer.
Areas of interest:
Sports Injuries and Management
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Gym Based Interventions
Pre and Post-Surgery Rehabilitation
Accreditations:
Sports Physiotherapy Level 1
ASCA (Australian Strength and Conditioning) Level 1
Ben consults at the following practices below. Please click the book now button to make an appointment.
Physiotherapist
Ben Toffoli
Monday
Benefitness/Pelican Plaza
Tuesday
Pelican Plaza
Wednesday
The Stables
Thursday
Pelican Plaza
Friday
Pelican Plaza
Saturday
n/a
Ben completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) at the University of South Australia. Ben’s passion for sport and exercise, in combination with his interest in the mechanics of the human body, drove him to pursue a career in musculoskeletal and sport physiotherapy.
Ben’s client-centred and evidence-based approach aims to make rehabilitation functional and tailored to the individual. He places a strong emphasis on utilising a mixture of hands-on techniques with active self-management strategies to assist patients achieve their specific goals.
In his spare time, Ben enjoys playing soccer for Modbury Vista Soccer Club. He enjoys staying active not only through soccer but also cycling, yoga and going to the gym. Ben also enjoys travelling to experience new cultures and can’t wait to return to Italy to use his Italian language skills.
Cameron consults at the following practices below. Please click the book now button to make an appointment.
Physiotherapist
Cameron Craig
Monday
Pelican Plaza
Tuesday
Pelican Plaza
Wednesday
Pelican Plaza
Thursday
Benefitness/Pelican Plaza
Friday
Pelican Plaza
Saturday
n/a
Cameron completed his Bachelor of Human Movement in 2015 and Masters of Physiotherapy in 2017 at the University of South Australia. Cameron’s extensive experience and involvement in many sporting clubs is the foundation for his passion for sport, exercise and musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
Cameron strives to provide evidence-based approaches which help individuals with their goals and the best possible long-term outcomes. He combines a range of interventions to complement his hand-on approach.
Cameron also has a passion for group exercise classes, taking weekly core and conditioning classes in our Clinic, and a supervised rehabilitation class at Benefitness to help individuals get back to the things they love and stay healthy.
John Paul consults at the following practices below. Please click the book now button to make an appointment.
Physiotherapist
John Paul Kola
Monday
The Stables
Tuesday
The Stables
Wednesday
The Stables
Thursday
The Stables
Friday
The Stables
Saturday
n/a
John Paul Kola has been a physio for more than 18 years and has been working in musculoskeletal clinical practice settings here in South Australia for close to 15 years. John Paul has also previously worked in rehabilitation settings with children suffering from various orthopaedic and neurological conditions.
John Paul has a Postgraduate Master’s degree in Manual (Manipulative Therapy) and Sports Physiotherapy from the University of South Australia (2008) in addition to a Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree (2005, Manipal University, South India). John Paul is also a Titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist as recognised by the Australian Physiotherapy Association for his postgraduate qualifications and extensive experience.
John Paul is very passionate about Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and strives to help his clients get back on track from their debilitating pain conditions with a client centred approach. He has a wealth of clinical experience, providing attention to detail, thorough clinical assessments of complex problems and providing effective, individually tailored physiotherapy solutions. He is adept at providing effective hands-on treatment as well as client specific advice and exercise programs.
John Paul likes to keep himself updated with the latest advances in physiotherapy by attending various professional development courses and symposiums throughout the year. John Paul is also a GLAD certified physiotherapist and offers the GLAD program to patients with Hip and Knee Osteo Arthritis.
John Paul also specialises in treating Jaw pain (Temporo Mandibular Disorders - TMD) and associated Headaches and neck pain.
John Paul’s areas of special interest include:
Jaw pain (TMD)
Hip and Knee Osteo Arthritic pain – GLAD program
Spinal and Peripheral joint problems
Shoulder pain
Low back and Neck pain and related nerve pain like Sciatica
Hand and finger injuries
Headaches
Nerve pain
Tendon pain, e.g. Tennis elbow, Achilles tendon, plantar fasciitis
Sports injuries
Work related injuries
Ankle, Knee and Shoulder injuries
Post-operative rehabilitation for various joints including Knee, Hip, Shoulder joints, following surgery.
John Paul is also fluent in English, Telugu and Hindi languages.
Jacinta consults at the following practices below. Please click the book now button to make an appointment.
Exercise Physiologist
Jacinta Trudinger
Monday
The Stables/Pelican Plaza
Tuesday
n/a
Wednesday
Pelican Plaza
Thursday
Pelican Plaza
Friday
n/a
Saturday
n/a
Jacinta is an accredited Exercise Physiologist who holds a double degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology (Honours) & Bachelor of Medical Science. She has been working as an Exercise Physiologist since 2022 and has clinical experience in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, managing chronic conditions and disability work. She has managed a variety of populations in both land based and water therapy.
She enjoys helping others discover how movement and physical activity can positively impact their lives. Jacinta is passionate about establishing positive health behaviours in a way that is enjoyable for everyone, setting each individual up for the future.
In her spare time, you will find Jacinta with her friends and family. She is an avid camper and loves making the most of nature, waterskiing, bike riding and kayaking. She also spends a lot of her free time training for and coaching cheerleading.
Her areas of interest include (But are not limited to):
Injury rehabilitation (surgical and non-surgical)
Paediatrics
Return to work rehabilitation
Women’s health
Return to sport
Management of chronic conditions
Chris Casiero
Exercise Physiologist & Head of My Local Exercise Physiology
Chris consults at the following practices below. Please click the book now button to make an appointment.
Exercise Physiologist
Chris Casiero
Monday
Benefitness/The Stables
Tuesday
Pelican Plaza/Benefitness
Wednesday
n/a
Thursday
The Stables
Friday
Benefitness
Saturday
n/a
Chris is an accredited Exercise Physiologist graduating from a Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement and Health Science) in 2011 before completing a Graduate Diploma in Clinical Exercise Science in 2012 at the University of South Australia with over 10 years in the health and fitness industry.
Chris’ experience spans across a range of environments including private practice, commercial gyms, corporate health, and involvement at UniSA with students and new graduates. He has found his passion around educating others on what exercise can mean for them and the importance of living an active lifestyle.
He loves to empower those who are seeking to improve their quality of life with whatever exercise that may look like – our body is our most prized possession, so we need to look after it!
His areas of interest include (but not limited to):
Pre/Post surgery rehabilitation
Musculoskeletal conditions
Improving mental health and wellbeing
Individualised exercise programs
Exercise for chronic disease management
Chris is a strong believer in practising what he preaches so you can often find him in the gym himself, taking the dog for a hike, working in his garden, or catching up with friends and family.
