Western medicine
Physiotherapy
Targeted exercises, hands-on manual therapy and education that restore mobility, strength and function, for recovery now and physical health long term.
Pain, fatigue and stress, treated at the root.
Physiotherapy, acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and clinical Pilates, combined into one personalised plan in Highgate Hill.
Back painSciaticaMigrainesFrozen shoulderChronic fatigueSports injuriesStress and anxietyPeriod painVertigoTennis elbowIrritable bowelFertility supportNeck painPost-natal care
We look at your whole body, treat you as an individual, and work on the cause as well as the symptoms. Naturally.
What patients leave with
- Pain free, or managing pain well
- More energy to get through the day
- Coping well with stress
- Fit to return to sport and work
20+years of clinical experience
4therapies under one roof
27Brisbane suburbs within an easy drive
1:1every session, in a private room
Therapies that work together
Eastern medicine
Acupuncture
Fine needles stimulate the body's energy points to relieve pain, rebalance internal systems and support natural healing and emotional wellness.
Eastern medicine
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Plant-based formulas that treat root imbalances, strengthen immunity and support digestion, stress relief and everyday vitality.
Movement
Clinical Pilates
Guided movement that builds core strength, stability and flexibility, supporting rehabilitation, injury prevention and mindful body awareness.
Specialised care
Fertility Acupuncture
Support for reproductive health that balances hormones, improves circulation and reduces stress, for natural conception and alongside IVF.
What brings you in?
Choose the concern closest to yours and see how we usually approach it.
How we usually treat it
Two worlds of medicine. One practitioner.
Most clinics offer one lens. Here, accredited Western physiotherapy and traditional Chinese medicine sit side by side, so your treatment draws on whichever combination your condition actually needs.
Book now- Whole-person diagnosisBody, mind and emotions are considered together, not in isolation.
- Cause and symptomWe treat what hurts today and address why it keeps happening.
- East meets WestProfessionally accredited in physiotherapy, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine.
- Hands-on, one-to-oneEvery session is with the same practitioner, from start to finish.
- A private roomYou are treated individually, never rushed across an open gym floor.
- Tailored, not templatedNo standard programs. Treatment is built around your condition and goals.
- Genuine careYour progress is followed up between visits, not forgotten.
- Recognised and registeredAPA member, AACMA accredited, registered with all major health funds.
Your first visit, step by step
- We listen first
Your full story: history, scans, reports, medications, lifestyle and what you want to get back to. Bring any referrals or test results you have.
- Treatment starts the same day
Hands-on care begins at your first appointment, combining physiotherapy, acupuncture, herbal medicine or Pilates as your condition needs.
- You leave with a plan
A clear roadmap: what is going on, what we will do about it, what you can do at home, and roughly how many sessions to expect.
- APA Member
- AACMA Accredited
- 20+ years in practice
Meet Dr Sandra Tan
Principal Physiotherapist, Chinese Medicine Doctor and Clinical Pilates Instructor
Sandra has over 20 years of clinical experience combining an effective, tailored mix of physiotherapy, acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and clinical Pilates: a holistic physio treating both the causes and the symptoms of a condition.
She works holistically, looking at your whole body while treating you as an individual. Her aim is to help you overcome your health issues and maintain good health so you can enjoy each day with vitality. The practice is deliberately small, offering caring, personalised attention and one-on-one treatment where you are treated with respect and care.
I look forward to helping you achieve your lifestyle, work or sports goals so that you can lead a healthy and happy life.
Our belief
You play a vital role in your own healthcare. The earlier you seek treatment, the quicker you get better.
How far are you from feeling better?
We are in Highgate Hill, minutes from most of inner Brisbane. Tap your suburb.
Drive time from your suburb
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Approximate drive outside peak times.
Holistic Physio26 Gladstone Rd (Cnr Brook St)
Highgate Hill Qld 4101
On-site parking, entry via Brook St.
Claims and cover, sorted on the spot
Registered with all major health funds for physiotherapy, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. Claim on the spot through our HICAPS terminal and only pay the gap.
Private health funds
Claim physiotherapy, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine on the spot with HICAPS. Your rebate is deducted automatically.
Medicare CDM plans
Up to 5 physiotherapy consultations per calendar year with a GP referral. The Medicare portion of $61.80 is refunded straight to your bank account.
Referrals
No referral needed for most visits. WorkCover, DVA, CTP and Medicare care plans are the only cases that require one.
Good questions
If yours is not answered here, call or email and we will happily talk it through.
Email the clinicDo I need a doctor's referral?
No, you can book directly. If you have already seen a doctor, bring along any scans, reports or letters. A referral is only required for WorkCover, Veterans' Affairs, CTP (third party insurance) or Medicare Chronic Disease Management plans.
What should I bring to my first consultation?
Any scan or blood test reports, a written list of medications if you take several, and your doctor's referral if you have one. Comfortable clothing helps too.
Can I claim treatments on my private health fund?
Yes. The clinic is registered with all health funds for physiotherapy, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. If your policy covers the modality, you can claim on the spot through HICAPS and just pay the gap.
Can I claim through Medicare?
Medicare's Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan covers 5 physiotherapy consultations per calendar year with a GP referral. Consultations are not bulk-billed: you pay in full and the Medicare portion of $61.80 is refunded directly to your bank account via HICAPS.
How can I pay?
EFTPOS is available at the clinic, so you can pay by bank card or credit card. Cash is welcome too. Health fund claims go through HICAPS on the spot.
Where is the clinic and is there parking?
26 Gladstone Rd (corner of Brook St), Highgate Hill Qld 4101, close to South Brisbane and West End. On-site parking is available, with entry via Brook St.
Feel better sooner.
Do not wait until it gets really bad. The sooner you start, the quicker you recover.
- Visit
- 26 Gladstone Rd (Cnr Brook St)
Highgate Hill Qld 4101On-site parking via Brook St - Call
- 07 3844 8202