DVA Physiotherapy · Richmond, Melbourne
You served.
Now let us look after you.
Specialist DVA physiotherapy in Richmond for veterans, current ADF personnel, and eligible family members. Bulk billing available — no out-of-pocket costs for Gold and White Card holders.
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Select your preferred time below. DVA Gold and White Card details confirmed at your first visit — no need to call ahead.
About Our DVA Services
At Evolutio Sports Physio Richmond, we've been treating Melbourne's active community since 2013. Over that time, we've built genuine expertise working with current and former ADF personnel — from infantry soldiers managing chronic back pain from decades of pack carriage, to naval officers navigating the physical demands of desk-to-deployment transitions.
We understand the culture. Direct communication, no fluff, and a genuine respect for the standard you've been held to. Your rehabilitation program will be built around your goals — not a generic protocol off a shelf.
DVA Gold and White Card holders are bulk billed at the current DVA fee schedule. No gap fees. No paperwork headaches. We handle the claiming so you can focus on getting better.
DVA Card Coverage
DVA coverage depends on your card type. Here's what you need to know before your first session.
Gold Cards are issued to eligible veterans with qualifying service. If you're unsure of your entitlements, visit dva.gov.au or call DVA on 1800 838 372.
If your condition isn't yet accepted by DVA, we can provide treatment under Medicare or private health while supporting your claim with clinical reports. Ask us about this at your first visit.
Service-Related Conditions
Years of service leave a particular fingerprint on the body. Here's what we see most often — and what we're built to treat.
Decades of heavy pack carriage, body armour, and vehicle vibration load the lumbar spine in ways civilian patients rarely experience.
Back physio MelbourneParachute landings, obstacle courses, and prolonged kneeling in field conditions are common causes of ligament and meniscal damage.
Knee physio MelbourneWeapon handling, equipment carriage, and repeated overhead loading create patterns of impingement, rotator cuff strain, and instability.
Shoulder physio MelbourneExtended use of helmets, night-vision goggles, and communications equipment places significant load on the upper cervical spine and surrounding muscles.
Neck physio MelbourneStress fractures, plantar fasciitis, and chronic ankle instability from extended marching, rough terrain, and ill-fitting issued footwear.
Foot & ankle physioHip flexor tightness, bursitis, and FAI common in personnel who've spent extended periods in load-bearing, crouched, or asymmetrical postures.
Hip physio MelbourneChronic muscle tension, hypervigilance posturing, sleep-disrupted movement disorders, and exercise intolerance all have effective physiotherapy interventions.
Our approachFull ACL rehabilitation from surgery through return-to-sport or return-to-service, using evidence-based criteria-based progressions and VALD force plate testing.
ACL rehab MelbourneEvidence-based chronic pain programs combining manual therapy, progressive exercise, pain neuroscience education, and coordination with your broader care team.
All servicesOur Approach
Five things that define how we work with DVA patients — from your first call to your last session.
We speak plainly. You'll know exactly what's wrong, why, and what we're going to do about it. No jargon unless you want it. No hedging. Your questions get straight answers — because that's how it should be.
Every treatment decision is grounded in current research. We use VALD force plate testing for objective strength measurement, biomechanical analysis tools, and progressive loading equipment to track your recovery against real data — not guesswork.
See our clinical outcomesWhether you're training for an event, maintaining fitness post-service, or working through a medically-directed return-to-work, our goal is to keep you active. We have access to a fully fitted 80sqm rehabilitation gym and sports physio expertise to match your ambition.
All treatment is documented to DVA standards. We provide detailed treatment reports, functional assessments, progress notes with objective measurements, and can liaise with DVA case managers and other providers. If you need support with a claim, we'll provide the clinical evidence.
We work with your GP, specialists, psychologists, and other allied health professionals. For complex presentations, we can refer to our network of sports medicine doctors, exercise physiologists, and DVA-approved specialists across Melbourne.
Patient Stories
Words from veterans and defence personnel who've been through our doors.
After 15 years in the Army I thought chronic back pain was just part of life. The team at Evolutio understood my service-related injuries and got me back to weekend footy with my mates. The DVA bulk billing meant no financial stress during recovery.Former Infantry Soldier — 15 years ADF
The transition from Navy to civilian work was tough on my body. Evolutio's physiotherapists understood both the physical demands of service and the challenge of adapting to a desk job. Professional, efficient, and effective — exactly what you'd want.Ex-Navy Personnel — Civilian transition
Getting Here
Five minutes from Richmond Station, close to the Richmond RSL, and well-served by public transport.
| Monday – Thursday | 8:00am – 7:30pm |
| Friday | 8:00am – 6:00pm |
| Saturday | 8:00am – 1:00pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Common Questions
Everything you need to know before booking, straight from us.
Ready to Book
Gold and White Card holders welcome. Bulk billed, no gap fees. DVA appointments available from 8am Monday through Saturday.
Same-day appointments available for urgent presentations. Call us directly.