Hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy delivers exceptional care backed by Optimum Health Solutions’ multidisciplinary expertise, assisting those with musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries, and disabilities. Our clinicians use evidence-based water therapy to enhance mobility, accelerate recovery, and improve long-term wellbeing.
Patients & Families
For referrers and Support Coordinators
Who We Help
Arthritis pain
After surgery rehabilitation
Back pain
Fibromyalgia
Balance and confidence
Neurological conditions
Muscle conditioning
Pregnancy‑related discomfort
Our Hydrotherapy Services
Pain Relief
Post-Surgery Rehab
Arthritis Support
Balance & Mobility
How Hydrotherapy Works
1.
Initial Assessment & Consultation
2.
Treatment Planning
3.
Active Treatment & Intervention
4.
Re-Education & Functional Training
5.
Progress Review & Outcome Measurement
6.
Maintenance & Prevention
Meet Our Hydrotherapists
Mikaela Naamo
Occupational Therapist
BOT
Eliza Ledingham
Behavioural Support Practitioner
BPsychSc
Morgan Meola
Discipline Area Manager & Speech Pathologist
BSLP, MSPA, CPSP
Jessica Osborn
Physiotherapist
BHlth Sci, MPhysio, APAM
Jamie Tapsall
Occupational Therapist
BOT
Antoinette Bourke
Occupational Therapist
BOT
Sabeeka Aga
Speech Pathologist
BSpHSc, MSLP, MSPA-CPSP
Kai Lin Chui
Occupational Therapist
BOT
Jenny Jacobs
Dietitian
BND
Jacqui Whitaker
Behaviour Support Practitioner
BPsychSci, GradDipPsych(Adv)
Hannah Cosgrove
Occupational Therapist
BOT (Hons)
Georgina Edwards
Speech Pathologist
BAppSc, MSpPath, CPSP
Georgia Triffitt
Speech Pathologist
BLL, MSpPath
Georgia Hannay
Physiotherapist
BSc
Emily Watters
Speech Pathologist
B.SpPath (Hons)
Elly Lowndes
Occupational Therapist
BOccTher
Elise Smeets
Occupational Therapist
B. App. Sci. (Occupational Therapy), M.HlthSc
Corey Spencer
Exercise Physiologist
M.ClinExPhys (Rehab), B.HealthSci (Sport & Exercise Science)
Claudia Matek
Speech Pathologist
BAppSc(SpPath)
Claudia Benson
Behaviour Support Practitioner
BPsycSc(Hons)
Referrer’s Hub
Whether you’re a new referrer or you’ve used our services before, the Optimum referrers hub has all your needs. With one click you can make enquiries, make referrals and check all of our clinics’ service capacities.
NDIS HYDROTHERAPY PROGRAM
Hydrotherapy is particularly useful in treating disabilities. Muscular dystrophy to cerebral palsy and those with spinal injuries. Hydrotherapy can allow movement not possible on dry land. Our hydrotherapy pools are equipped with accessible lifts to ensure you can enter and exit the water safely.
At Optimum, NDIS Plan participants are eligible for a free upfront discovery session so we can design the appropriate program and you get an opportunity to meet our staff and feel comfortable in our modern and accessible studio environment.
We offer Multi-disciplinary programs to enhance your treatment. Your treatment is overseen by our heads of clinical development who monitor performance and progress towards your goals.
We work with your nominated Support Coordinator or NDIS Plan Manager so you can remain 100% focused on reaching your NDIS plan goals.
Clinics that offer Hydrotherapy Services
We aim to respond to all enquiries within one business day. If you need to speak with someone now, call us on 1800 678 647.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hydrotherapy?
Do I need to know how to swim?
No. Sessions are supervised and designed for non‑swimmers. You work in shallow, warm water with ramps, handrails or hoist access where required. Before you start, a clinician screens safety and assistance needs so entering and exiting the pool is supported.
Is there a pool at every clinic?
What does a session feel like?
Is hydrotherapy suitable for balance work and stiff joints?
How Can We Support You Today?
Our Core Services
A team of caring health professionals working together around you.
From physiotherapy and exercise rehabilitation to speech pathology, dietetics, podiatry and more, your care is coordinated not fragmented.
NDIS Disability Services
Navigating the NDIS can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to do it alone.
As a registered NDIS provider, we align therapy with your plan and help map out a clear and sustainable pathway so funding works for you.
Careers at Optimum
Do meaningful work without burning out.
Join a supportive multidisciplinary team where mentoring, collaboration and professional growth are part of everyday practice.
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