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Whole-Person Physiotherapy ยท Subiaco, Perth

Healing that starts from within

Pain is a signal, not a life sentence. Urja works with your whole self, body, nervous system and inner world, to find the root cause and guide you back to your personal power.

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Urja Shah physiotherapist consulting with a client in Subiaco
"To find beauty in darkness is to find it from within."
The inspiration behind the practice name
Hands On Treatment
Trigger point release, mobilisations, deep tissue and active release to alleviate pain and deload the nervous system.
Dry Needling
Deep, instant release of muscle tension and fascia, based on musculoskeletal principles and often less painful than manual pressure.
Nervous System Support
Mind-body approaches rooted in pain science to address the deeper drivers of chronic pain and stress.
Clinical Reformer Rehabilitation
Supervised Reformer Pilates tailored to your specific injury, building strength, stability, mobility and body awareness. Excellent for early stage rehab.
Gym Based Rehabilitation
Progressive strength and conditioning to rebuild capacity, restore function and prevent re-injury for progress outside of appointments.
Lifestyle Optimisation
Practical tools to integrate movement, release and inner processing into everyday life, because physio appointments are only 1% of your week. It is what you do in your own time that counts.

The From Within Difference

Treating the whole person, not just the injury.

What makes From Within Physiotherapy unique is an integrated approach to healing through not only the physical body, but how our thoughts, emotions and nervous system affect our physical state, and vice versa.

Pain may be just the tip of the iceberg. Urja addresses all contributing factors, creating a long-term pathway back to your best, most authentic self, with complete consideration of your current circumstances.

9+
Years in practice
1:1
Always one-on-one
4
Continents worked across
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Urja Shah physiotherapist assisting client with shoulder rehabilitation
True safety, strength and balance always come from within.
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Why Supervised Rehab Works

The evidence is clear. Supervision changes outcomes.

Research shows that when a home exercise plan is prescribed, there is only a 10% chance the client will complete it, and of that, only a 10% chance they will do it correctly. Supervised exercise rehabilitation is the most effective long-term solution.

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  • In-depth assessment of your presenting complaint, history and goals
  • A personalised action plan to get you pain free and back to your authentic self
  • Techniques aimed at calming the nervous system, increasing blood flow and releasing tension
  • Access to a personalised program via an App
  • A simple home care plan to enhance progress between sessions
  • Regular check-ins to reflect, adjust and celebrate what is working
  • Self-management tools so you know what to do long after treatment ends

What Clients Say

Real recoveries, real stories

★★★★★

"Urja is honestly one of the most special people I have ever met. She has helped me so much through years of chronic back pain and has been one of my biggest supporters along the way. She truly understands chronic pain, not just from a clinical perspective but from a human one."

Misha G.
Chronic back pain
★★★★★

"What stood out most was Urja's holistic approach to physiotherapy. She doesn't just treat the symptoms, she genuinely takes the time to understand the bigger picture and make you feel completely supported throughout the process."

Siena R.
Neck and shoulder pain
★★★★★

"Urja's knowledge of the body and of the mind and body connection is considerable. I had been advised to have surgery for my knee, but Urja's plan of targeted exercises meant that after only a few weeks I'm now almost pain free."

Janine J.
Knee pain

Common Questions

Answers to things people often ask

What happens in an initial consultation? +
We begin with an in-depth assessment of your presenting complaint. Based on these findings and your goals, together we create an action plan, not only to get you pain free, but to cultivate a long-term solution and get you back to your best, most authentic self.
Do you work with all clients this way? +
Yes. Urja is a firm believer that healing is an interconnected process between the mind and body. Pain may be just the tip of the iceberg, which is why all contributing factors are addressed, not just the area of complaint.
Why not just give me a home exercise plan? +
The evidence shows that when a home plan is prescribed, there is a 10% chance the client will complete it, and of that, a 10% chance they will do it correctly. Supervised exercise rehabilitation is the most effective long-term solution, which is why all exercise is done together in session.
What happens after physio? +
Urja's mission is to empower you with a long-term solution and ensure you know what to do if things start to feel niggly again. Self-management is central to every treatment plan. An engaging form of movement will also be integrated into your lifestyle for preventative health and ongoing wellbeing.
What is the difference between mat and Reformer Pilates? +
Mat Pilates does not use equipment. Reformer Pilates utilises the Reformer bed. Clinical Reformer Pilates is specifically tailored to rehabilitate the muscle groups involved in your particular injury.
Is Clinical Reformer Pilates health-fund claimable? +
Yes. As it forms part of your Rehabilitation Action Plan, Clinical Reformer Pilates is classified as Physiotherapy treatment and is claimable through your private health fund.
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