Star Physio

Name

Star Physio

Legal name

Star Physio

Website

https://starphysiowa.com.au/

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Physiotherapy Services

akta.pro primary industry

Sports Physical Therapy & Return-to-Play Rehab (HSADAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Orthopedic & Sports Rehabilitation Centers (HLAFAFAI), Sports Rehabilitation, Return-to-Play & Performance Therapy Centers (MPAKAJAO), Rehabilitation Return-to-Exercise Training (Non-Clinical) (HSADAAAK)

Keywords

• Sports physiotherapy services
• Physiotherapy-led bikefit
• Post-operative rehabilitation
• Podiatry and orthotics
• Sports dietitian nutrition

Headquarters

HQ city

Perth

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Physiotherapy Consultations: Fee-for-service physiotherapy consultations for pain, injury, rehabilitation, and performance. Consultations are 20–60 minutes depending on complexity and practitioner seniority. Rebates available via private health insurance (HICAPS), Medicare (EPC), DVA, and workers compensation.
2. Podiatry Services: Fee-for-service podiatry consultations for foot pain, heel pain, orthotics, running injuries, nail care, and children's foot concerns. Available at both clinic locations.
3. Sports Dietitian Consultations: Sports dietitian and clinical nutrition consultations for sports performance, gut health, weight management, surgical nutrition, and everyday health. Consultations available at both West Perth and Mosman Park.
4. Physiotherapy-Led Bikefit Services: Extended physiotherapy bikefit consultations incorporating Gebiomized dynamic saddle pressure analysis. Options include Star Professional Bikefit (80–100 min), TT/Triathlon Specific Bikefit (100–120 min), Bikefit for Pain or Injury, Saddle Pain & Saddle Selection, Multiple Bikes, Bikefit Review, and New Bike Advice. Eligible for private health rebates.
5. Running Analysis: Extended physiotherapy running analysis sessions using high-speed video and Gebiomized foot pressure mapping. Options include performance/injury prevention analysis (60 min) and performance/injury management with Gebiomized pressure analysis (80 min, West Perth only). Private health rebates apply.
6. GLA:D Osteoarthritis Program: Education and neuromuscular training program for hip and knee osteoarthritis. Includes initial assessment, education sessions, and supervised group or individual training sessions twice weekly for six weeks.
7. Massage Therapy and Pilates: Remedial massage therapy and Pilates classes offered as adjunct services within the physiotherapy offering.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Star Physio is a Perth-based multi-disciplinary healthcare clinic delivering fee-for-service physiotherapy, podiatry and sports dietitian consultations, with a flagship physiotherapy-led bikefit service using Gebiomized dynamic saddle pressure mapping. The practice also delivers sport-specific rehabilitation for rowing, volleyball, triathlon, cycling and running, the GLA:D osteoarthritis program, post-operative rehabilitation co-located with Perth Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Centre, and in-clinic gym-based rehabilitation. Services are delivered across two physical clinic locations (West Perth and Mosman Park) and supported by an online booking system.

Product overview

Star Physio is a physiotherapy, podiatry and dietitian clinic operating from West Perth and Mosman Park clinics since 1998, offering a multi-disciplinary range of services under one roof. The core offering is expert physiotherapy for pain, injury, rehabilitation and sports performance, supported by specialist services including podiatry, dietitian/nutrition, massage therapy, Pilates and clinical rehabilitation. Star Physio's flagship specialty is its physiotherapy-led bikefit service, which uses Gebiomized dynamic saddle pressure mapping and foot pressure analysis — available in multiple tiers including the Star Professional Bikefit for road/MTB/commuter/track bikes, the TT/Triathlon Specific Bikefit for aerodynamic positioning, and the Bikefit for Pain or Injury for cyclists with persistent discomfort. The bikefit service is supported by exclusive Gebiomized professional saddle retail. Other specialist offerings include the GLA:D Arthritis Program for osteoarthritis management, running analysis using Gebiomized technology, pre and post-operative rehabilitation in partnership with Perth Orthopaedics, and sport-specific physiotherapy for rowing, volleyball, triathlon and running. Services are delivered across two physical clinic locations with in-clinic rehabilitation gyms, and bookings are managed via an online booking system. The company also provides occupational health services and a library of exercise videos for patients.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Physiotherapy
• Pre and Post-Operative Rehabilitation
• GLA:D Arthritis Program
• Podiatry
• Dietitian and Sports Nutrition
• Physiotherapy-Led Bikefit
• Gebiomized Saddles Retail
• Running Analysis
• Volleyball Physiotherapy
• Rowing Physiotherapy
• Triathlon Physiotherapy
• Vertigo and BPPV Treatment
• Massage Therapy
• Clinical Pilates
• Rehabilitation and Conditioning
• Post-Op Rehab for Seniors
• Winter Sports Podiatry
• Endurance Sport Nutrition and Fuelling
• Occupational Health Services

Quantifiable outcome

• GLA:D program reduces osteoarthritis symptom progression by 32% (based on Danish GLA:D research cited on website)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Perth Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine CentrecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStar Physio has worked closely with the surgeons at Perth Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Centre since 1995 — over 25 years. Star Physio West Perth is co-located in the same building as Perth Orthopaedics on Havelock St. This relationship enables seamless patient referrals, shared care, priority booking access, and ongoing communication to optimise pre- and post-operative outcomes for patients. Star Physio staff have developed safe pre- and post-operative protocols in consultation with these orthopaedic surgeons.
• Volleyball WAcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial supporter of Volleyball WA since the late 1990s. Star Physio provides physiotherapy support, injury screening, and free injury advice at WA State Team trials. Aaron Tay serves as Head Physiotherapist for the WA State Volleyball Team and has also worked with the Australian National Volleyball Team. The partnership includes long-term support of junior development athletes.
• Triathlon WAcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial partner of Triathlon WA. Star Physio physiotherapists work with Triathlon WA athletes and provide bikefit and physiotherapy services for the Busselton 70.3 Half Ironman and other events. James Lewin serves as physiotherapist to the Australian and WA Triathlon Teams.
• GebiomizedcoreTechnology or IntegrationStar Physio WA is the Australian Education Partner for Gebiomized, widely regarded as the world leader in dynamic saddle pressure analysis and professional bikefitting technology. This partnership provides access to the latest international bikefit research, technology, and professional development. Star Physio is also an exclusive stockist of Gebiomized professional saddles in West Perth.
• WestCycleminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial partner of WestCycle, the peak cycling body for Western Australia. Partnership supports cycling community engagement and injury prevention services.
• Chevron City to SurfminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial partner of the Chevron City to Surf event for Activ, Perth's major community running event. Star Physio provides physiotherapy support and expertise for participants.
• Western Australian Symphony Orchestra (WASO)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial partner providing onsite physiotherapy services for WASO staff at their workplace. WASO staff can book dedicated onsite physio appointments via a separate clinic booking link.
• UWA and Shenton College RowingcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerStar Physio provides physiotherapy and nutrition support to UWA and Shenton College rowing programs. Sports dietitian Donna Kimpton presents at UWA/Shenton Rowing Club Development Dinners. Star Physio-supported athletes achieved multiple gold medals at the 2026 Australian Rowing Championships including the Bicentennial Cup.
• Curtin University and Notre Dame UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStar Physio Perth is associated with Curtin and Notre Dame Universities. Several Star Physio physiotherapists are actively involved in teaching and research in the Schools of Physiotherapy. This academic connection contributes to evidence-based treatment and ongoing clinical education.
• Perth Medical CentreminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStar Physio works closely with GPs at Perth Medical Centre, conveniently located downstairs from Star Physio's Hay Street Mall clinic in Perth CBD. The proximity facilitates referral relationships and coordinated patient care.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Back In Motion Health Group: Australia's largest private physiotherapy network with 100+ locations. Comparable because it offers physiotherapy, massage, Pilates, and sports rehabilitation under a multi-clinic model, though it operates at much greater scale and broader geographic footprint than Star Physio.
• Trek Precision Fit: Global bike brand's certified bikefit program delivered through Trek retailers using motion capture and pressure analysis. Comparable on advanced bikefit technology and clinical positioning, though delivered through a retail bike channel rather than a physiotherapy clinic.
• Vivir Healthcare: Large Australian allied health provider offering physiotherapy, dietetics, and podiatry across multiple states. Comparable on multi-disciplinary allied health service mix and professional services model, but operates at much greater scale with corporate and NDIS contracts as a key channel.
• Recovre: Australian workplace injury prevention and rehabilitation provider offering physiotherapy and occupational health services. Comparable on occupational health, workers compensation rehabilitation, and return-to-work services that overlap with Star Physio's occupational health offering.

Direct peers

• Kieser Australia: Australian physiotherapy chain focused on evidence-based musculoskeletal and strength training rehabilitation. Comparable because it serves similar patients (post-op, back pain, sports injury) with a clinic-based professional services model, though it differentiates via equipment-based strength training rather than sports specialisation.
• Lifecare Physiotherapy: Multi-clinic Australian physiotherapy and sports medicine provider with sports physiotherapy, post-op rehab, and Pilates offerings. Directly comparable on service mix, professional services model, and target customer segments including recreational and elite athletes.
• Bodyworks Sports Physiotherapy: Perth-based sports physiotherapy practice offering similar sports injury, post-op rehab, and Pilates services. Directly comparable due to overlapping Perth market, similar patient segments, and parallel professional services revenue model.
• SportsMed Subiaco: Perth orthopaedic and sports medicine centre offering physiotherapy alongside sports doctors. Comparable because it competes in the same Perth post-op rehab and sports injury referral funnel, including relationships with orthopaedic surgeons similar to Star Physio's partnership model.
• CycleFit (BikeFit.com.au): Australian bikefit service specialising in clinical and performance bike fitting using pressure mapping technology. Directly comparable on the physiotherapy-led bikefit niche, Gebiomized-equivalent pressure analysis, and cycling injury management services.

Regional players

• BikeBike Bikefit (Sydney/Melbourne): East Coast bikefit specialists offering physiotherapist-led bikefit with pressure analysis and motion capture. Comparable on the clinical bikefit niche and elite-cyclist positioning, though geographically separate from Perth and serving Australia's eastern seaboard.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/StarPhysioWA
• Facebookfacebook.com/starphysiowa

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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