Physio In Varsity Lakes
Strength-based physiotherapy that addresses the root cause of pain and supports long-term recovery and performance.
All treatment is delivered by experienced physiotherapists focused on personalised rehabilitation and long-term recovery. Learn more about our physiotherapy team.
Strength-based Physiotherapy Focused on Long-Term Results
At Next Level Strength Studio, our physiotherapy is built for people who want more than short-term pain relief. We help active individuals, gym-goers, and everyday people overcome pain, recover from injury, and build strength so problems don’t keep coming back.
Our approach combines hands-on physiotherapy with progressive, exercise-based rehabilitation to address the root cause of pain, not just the symptoms.
Your 60-minute physiotherapy assessment
Rather than relying on quick fixes or passive treatment alone, we focus on improving strength, movement quality, and confidence. These are the foundations of long-term recovery and sustainable performance.
To support this approach, your initial physiotherapy session is a full 60 minutes. This allows us to properly understand your injury history, movement patterns, lifestyle, and goals, rather than rushing through a surface-level assessment.
During your first session, we take the time to:
Thoroughly assess what’s going on and why
Provide hands-on treatment where appropriate
Educate you on your condition and recovery process
Begin a personalised rehabilitation plan from day one
You’ll leave your first session with clarity, direction, and confidence in your next steps, with a physiotherapy plan designed to help you move and train better over time.
If you would like to learn more about the physiotherapists who deliver your assessment and rehabilitation, you can meet our physiotherapy team here.
Idenfitying the root cause of pain and injury
Once we understand the cause of your pain or injury, we create a personalised rehabilitation plan tailored to your body, goals, and lifestyle demands.
This plan is designed to do more than reduce symptoms. It focuses on improving strength, mobility, and overall function so you can recover properly and reduce the risk of future injury. The aim is sustainable progress, not temporary fixes.
Your rehabilitation program may include:
Targeted exercises to address the underlying cause of pain or injury
Strength-based rehabilitation to improve resilience and movement capacity
Mobility strategies where appropriate to support healthy movement
Hands-on treatment and corrective strategies when needed
Education to help you understand how to train, move, and recover safely
Each plan is progressed over time, with clear direction and measurable goals, so you know exactly what you’re working toward and why.
Whether your goal is returning to sport, getting back to training, or simply moving through daily life without pain or restriction, your rehab is designed to help you feel stronger, move better, and return to the activities you enjoy with confidence.
A personalised rehabilitation plan built for lasting results
The most important step in physiotherapy is identifying the root cause of your pain or injury, not just where it hurts, but what’s driving it.
Pain is often influenced by factors such as movement mechanics, strength imbalances, training load, or unresolved previous injuries. Treating symptoms alone may offer short-term relief, but lasting results come from understanding and addressing the underlying cause.
At Next Level Physiotherapy and Strength Studio, we take a thorough, structured approach to assess how your body moves, loads, and performs. Once we’ve identified what’s contributing to your pain or limitation, we design a rehabilitation plan that builds strength, stability, and confidence in your movement.
This isn’t just about getting you back to baseline. It’s about helping you return to the activities that matter to you, whether that’s lifting, running, hiking, or staying active without recurring setbacks.
Why our rehabilitation approach works:
Strength-based, active rehabilitation at the core
Focus on long-term outcomes, not quick fixes
Clear rehab plans with structured progression
Experience working with active individuals and gym-goers
Physiotherapy delivered in a performance-focused environment
Our physiotherapists combine clinical experience with strength and rehabilitation expertise to help guide your recovery safely and effectively.
Start With A Clear Plan
Book a physiotherapy appointment and get clarity, direction, and a structured path forward from your very first session.
What We Help With
At Next Level Physiotherapy and Strength Studio, our physiotherapists treat a wide range of musculoskeletal injuries and pain conditions. You can learn more about our physiotherapists and their treatment approach here.
Physiotherapy for Back Pain
Physiotherapy for acute and persistent back pain, focused on restoring movement, building strength, and reducing the risk of recurring flare-ups through exercise-based rehabilitation.
Physiotherapy for Knee Pain
Physiotherapy for knee pain and injuries from running, gym, or sport, using targeted strength and movement retraining to restore function, improve stability, and rebuild confidence in movement.
Physiotherapy for Shoulder Pain
Physiotherapy for shoulder pain and injuries related to training, work, or daily activities, focused on improving mobility, strength, and long-term shoulder function to support comfortable and confident movement.
Physiotherapy for Hip Pain
Physiotherapy for hip pain affecting walking, training, or sitting, using targeted strength and movement rehabilitation to improve mobility, reduce irritation, and support long-term symptom management.
Physiotherapy for Neck Pain
Physiotherapy for neck pain related to posture, work, training, or injury, focused on improving mobility, reducing muscle tension, and restoring comfortable everyday movement.
Exercise-Based Rehabilitation
Exercise-based rehabilitation focuses on using structured strength and movement training to support long-term recovery from injury and reduce reinjury risk. Programs are tailored to your injury, goals and activity level and are a core part of our physiotherapy treatment approach.
Return-To-Sport Rehabilitation
Return-to-sport rehabilitation helps athletes and active individuals safely return to training, exercise, and competition following injury through progressive strength, movement, and load training.
If you’re interested in how physiotherapy can support long-term training and performance, we explain our approach to helping everyday athletes in this article.
We also accept Medicare EPC, WorkCover, and NDIS physiotherapy referrals.
If you’re booking under a referral, please contact the clinic so we can organise the correct appointment type.
We work with clients from Varisty Lakes, Robina, Burleigh Waters and surrounding Gold Coast suburbs.
Not Sure Where To Start?
Book an appointment and we’ll tailor your plan from the very first session.
We’ll guide you through the right next steps
What Our Physiotherapy Clients Are Saying
We’re proud to support people across Varsity Lakes and the Gold Coast through injury recovery, rehabilitation and return to training. Here’s what some of our physiotherapy clients have shared about their experience.
★★★★★
“Next Level Physio has significantly improved my day-to-day living, with tailor-made physiotherapy to suit my various medical conditions. Mane has been instrumental in helping me achieve my goals and also provided much-needed pain relief through massage therapy as well. I highly recommend Cory and his team of professionals.”
— Kevin Filer
Condition: Chronic Pain & Exercise Rehabilitation
★★★★★
“Cory has been incredible to work with. He isn’t about quick fixes but long-term results. He is professional, reliable, and genuinely cares about progress. I couldn’t recommend Next Level highly enough.”
— Michelle N.
Condition: Long-Term Injury Rehabilitation
★★★★★
“I received the most excellent care from Mane, who fixed a 5-year-long calf issue that no other physio, massage therapist or doctor was able to resolve. Mane pinpointed the cause and created a care plan including dry needling, massage and rehabilitation exercises that had me walking symptom-free within weeks.”
— Bodhi D.
Condition: Calf Injury & Dry Needling Physiotherapy
★★★★★
“Cory was excellent when helping with my Achilles tendon injury. He tailored a rehabilitation program that was easy to incorporate into my daily routine and avoided unnecessary treatments. The program was efficient, professional and extremely effective.”
— Andrew M.
Condition: Achilles Injury & Exercise-Based Rehabilitation
★★★★★
“I went to Cory for an ankle injury, and he has been amazing. He took the time to explain the cause of my injury and the treatment plan clearly. The exercises were easy to follow, and I began noticing improvement right away. He has gotten me back on my feet much sooner than expected, and I feel confident returning to athletic competition.”
— Caitie A.
Condition: Ankle Injury & Return To Sport Rehabilitation
★★★★★
“Cory is a great and highly knowledgeable physiotherapist. I went to him with an old back injury that never healed properly. Through specific rehabilitation exercises, he helped strengthen my core and back. Now I can enjoy lifting safely and pain-free.”
— Nisha N.
Condition: Back Pain & Strength Rehabilitation
★★★★★ Rated 5.0 by Gold Coast locals on Google.
Ready To Get Started?
Book a physiotherapy appointment and start moving with confidence again.
Appointments available for new and returning clients
Physiotherapy FAQs
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No referral is required to book a physiotherapy appointment with us. You can book directly for private physiotherapy sessions.
If you are booking under a Medicare EPC, WorkCover, or NDIS referral, please contact the clinic so we can organise the correct appointment type and ensure all required documentation is in place.
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Your initial physiotherapy session is a full 60 minutes and focuses on understanding the root cause of your pain or injury.
We’ll take the time to assess your movement, discuss your history and goals, provide hands-on treatment where appropriate, and begin a personalised rehabilitation plan from day one. You’ll leave with clarity around what’s going on and a clear path forward.
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This varies depending on your injury, goals, and training or lifestyle demands.
Some people notice meaningful improvement within a few sessions, while others benefit from a longer-term rehabilitation plan focused on building strength and resilience. We’ll discuss realistic timelines and progression early so you know what to expect.
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No. While we work with many active individuals and athletes, we also help everyday people who want to move better, reduce pain, and feel more confident in their body.
Our approach is tailored to your current ability level and goals — whether that’s returning to sport, getting back to training, or simply moving through daily life without pain.
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Both. We use hands-on physiotherapy where appropriate, alongside structured, exercise-based rehabilitation. Strength, movement quality, and education are central to long-term recovery, so treatment is always supported by an active plan designed to help you progress over time.
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Yes. We accept private health insurance for physiotherapy sessions. Rebates depend on your individual policy.
If you have questions about coverage or session types, feel free to contact the clinic and we’ll be happy to help.
Still have questions? Book a physiotherapy appointment and we’ll talk it through.