South Australia’s best physiotherapist | voting closed

Whether you go to get the kink out of your neck or to get pain relief for your back, we’re on the hunt to find SA’s best physio. Voting now closed.

A trip to the physio can be painful, but there’s plenty of health professionals across the state who make it worthwhile.

Whether you’re going to sort out some nagging pain from the gym or just looking to keep your body in tip top condition, we want to know who your go-to physiotherapist is.

In our quest to crown South Australia’s best physio we narrowed the competition down to 30 finalists as nominated by readers on our Facebook call out.

Scroll down to see why these professionals made the list and to cast your vote.

The top six leading the race

Kate Kennedy, Sturt Road and Chandlers Physio, Brighton

Jon Joyce, Cadence Physio, Dernancourt

Kimberley Wilson, Adelaide West Physio & Pilates, Fulham

Lauren Bendo, The Physio Society, Unley

Kristian Ricci, Your Health Navigator, Richmond

Kathryn Chigwidden, PhysioXtra Marion, Marion

These physios may be in the lead but it’s not too late to cast your vote to decide the 2022 winner!

*Note: You must be a digital subscriber to vote in our ‘Best of’ poll. One only vote per subscriber will be recorded. Voting closes Wednesday, May 11 at 3pm. The winner will be announced Friday, May 13.

SA’s Top 30 physiotherapist

Lauren Bendo, The Physio Society, Unley

“Lauren will always go above and beyond to ensure your injuries are back on track in no time”

Jonathan Schubert, Marion Physio, Marion

“I trust his opinion when it comes to movement, functionality and pain.”

Madhav Parab, Kinetic Balance Physio, Noarlunga Downs

“A guru! Has resolved my headaches for good, is super intuitive.”

Kathryn Chigwidden, PhysioXtra Marion, Marion

“The warm friendly atmosphere in her six practices is amazing.”

Kate Kennedy, Sturt Road and Chandlers Physio, Brighton

“She has such empathy and respect for her patients.”

Naomi Gill, Good Country Physiotherapy, Naracoorte

“So lucky to have such an amazing person in our small town of Bordertown.”

Samir Somaiya, PhysioXare, Salisbury

“Extremely professional & helps his client with all abilities.”

Sarah Scott, REACH Physio, West Beach

“Very knowledgeable and caring.”

Lachlan Sheffield, Return to Perform Physiotherapy, Henley Beach

“Very caring, kind and very helpful with the kids sporting injuries.”

Danielle Tape, The Athlete Lab, Parkside

“Loved every visit and the results she has helped me achieve as an athlete.”

Patrick Carbone, Inertia Health Group, Albert Park

“He has treated me for years and is the best I’ve ever come across.”

Alle Foster, My Local Physio Plus, Ridgehaven

“She does the best dry needling and I’m so much better.”

Kristian Ricci, Your Health Navigator, Richmond

“Great Physio and professional care.”

Anthony Agostino, PhysioXtra Marion, Marion

“Never met anyone he couldn’t help – and always goes above and beyond.”

Tristan Chai, Good Physio, Glenelg

“Customer service is second to none.”

Luke Finlay, Thrive Physio Plus, Highgate

“They have the experience and expertise to make sure that you get back to whatever it is that you need to do.”

Jane Auld, McArthur Physiotherapy, Penola

“Hands down the best Physio I have ever had.”

Melissa Olech, My Local Physio Plus, Golden Grove

“She is kind & caring. she always manages to turn my frown upside down.”

Bhargav Gaglani, Trucare Physiotherapy, Morphett Vale

“He genuinely cares for each of his patients and always works towards the best outcomes for them.”

Matt Walsh, Unley Physiotherapy, Unley

”I now recommend Unley physio to all my family and friends”

Peter Flynn, Physio Fit, Modbury

“Always going the extra mile with outstanding service and treatment.”

Kimberley Wilson, Adelaide West Physio & pilates, Fulham

“I can recommend Kimberley as she is welcoming, supportive and takes pride in the service she provides.”

Bec Johns, SA Wellness Centre, O’Halloran Hill

“Is always very helpful and caring with her treatment.”

Greg Campbell, Smart Health Training and Services, Keswick

“If it wasn’t for Greg, I don't know if I would be walking, moving and working FT like I do today.”

Jon Joyce, Cadence Physio, Dernancourt

“Friendly, professional, knowledgeable and, most importantly, they do their best to fit you in and fix your issue.”

Liam Wooding, PhysioXtra, Seaford Heights

“Amazing caring physio and an all round great guy.”

Sally Mander, Aspire Physiotherapy & Pilates, Glenelg

“I’m blown away with the treatment I received from this place.”

Olivia Goodwin, The Bod Squad, Adelaide

“She works with adults and kids and makes sure she understand your injury as well as your recovery goals.”

Karen Denwood, Karen Denwood Physio, St Agnes

“Karen Denwood provides a great service, goes above and beyond and is extremely knowledgeable.”

Clive Munzberg, Clive Munzberg Physiotherapy, Port Pirie

“Clive provides the perfect balance between fitness training and therapy for the mental health recovering process of clients.”