Physiotherapy

 

Physiotherapy is a healthcare treatment designed to help people recover from injuries, reduce pain, and improve movement. Physiotherapists are experts who use hands-on techniques, exercises, and advice to help you move better, feel stronger, and live a more active life.

Whether you're recovering from an injury, dealing with chronic pain, or looking to improve your flexibility and strength, physiotherapy can be a vital part of your recovery and wellness.

 

Our qualified Physiotherapists employ evidence-based techniques, including dry needling, to effectively manage musculoskeletal conditions, injuries, pain, and mobility issues.

Treatment is carefully tailored to each individual’s needs, with an emphasis on providing thorough education and management options to enhance physical function and promote long-term recovery.

 

Why us?

Our Physiotherapists regularly engage in professional development opportunities to provide high quality services to the clients of Dalby and surrounds. Dalby Allied Health is passionate about interdisciplinary teamwork to improve health outcomes and client satisfaction.

Interdisciplinary Care

Our practice is a collective home to a range of allied health disciplines that work in collaboration to better service the needs of the Western Downs Community.

Meet the team.

Kirsty Robinson

Senior Physiotherapist/Director

Kirsty Robinson is a senior Physiotherapist and Managing Director at Dalby Allied Health. With more than 10 years’ experience in rehabilitation, paediatrics and private practice, Kirsty brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role at DAH.  

After studying at the University of Queensland, Kirsty developed a strong passion for rural practice and founded Dalby Allied Health in 2017. With her extensive background in sport and rehabilitation, Kirsty is particularly interested in musculoskeletal work, rehabilitation, sports injuries, women’s health, and lymphatic drainage.  

Kirsty is an active community member, most notably as the Dalby Rugby Union and Dalby Swans AFL Club Physiotherapist. Kirsty is always learning new techniques and skills and is trained in Pilates, dry needling, and lymphedema consults.  

Katie Clark

Physiotherapist

Katie is a dedicated member of the Dalby Allied Health physiotherapy team, committed to achieving positive client outcomes. After graduating from Griffith University with a Master of Physiotherapy, she has developed expertise in musculoskeletal conditions, rehabilitation strategies, and Pilates .

A strong advocate for equitable health services in rural and regional communities, Katie—who was raised in Kyogle—brings a heartfelt understanding of the challenges and needs of regional health access.

Katie thoroughly enjoys partnering with clients across all age groups, supporting each individual to reach their optimal potential through personalised plans and genuine care.

She facilitates Dalby Allied Health’s group exercise classes, drawing on her passion for rehabilitation and therapist-led movement programs.

Katie is committed to continual professional growth. She has earned credentials in dry needling and completed a certificate in rural generalist physiotherapy, expanding her capacity to deliver advanced care in regional settings

Andrew Pearman

Physiotherapist

Andrew is a passionate therapist with over 20 years experience, having graduated in physiotherapy in 1999. He spent 9 years in London as a respiratory physiotherapist in adult and paediatric intensive care, cardiac care and rehabilitation and COPD Management. 

Andrew came home to the Darling Downs in 2008, working in the Private and Public hospital system. He even mentored our Managing Director Kirsty for a short time when she was a new graduate! 

In the last 10 years Andrew’s focus has changed to providing physiotherapy to rural communities across South East Queensland. He has a vast experience in working with older people in their own homes across the South Burnett all the way down to the Granite Belt. 

Andrew is willing to do almost anything to help his clients achieve their goals! One of the highlights of his career was riding pillion on a quad bike in the rain to assist a stroke affected farmer regain his function and independence. 

Andrew has welcomed he opportunity to join the DAH team, bringing his sense of humour and enthusiasm to best achieve our clients’ outcomes.  

Timothy Proberts

Physiotherapist

Tim joined the Dalby Allied Health physiotherapy team in 2024 after earning a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. He demonstrates a strong commitment to musculoskeletal care and rehabilitation, offering tailored guidance to clients across a wide spectrum—from returning to work or sport, to resuming everyday activities.

Tim enjoys building rapport with individuals of all ages. Whether managing acute injury or restoring functional movement following chronic conditions, he works collaboratively to support clients in achieving realistic goals and reclaiming an active lifestyle.

FAQS

Kirsty, Katie, Andrew & Tim are available for appointments
Monday - Friday

All providers are NDIS, Workcover, DVA and Medicare registered.

Private Health rebates are available.

No referral required.