About The Physiology Collective

Healthcare that begins with listening

The Physiology Collective is a small allied health practice providing Exercise Physiology and Occupational Therapy across Brisbane’s Bayside.

From our Manly West clinic—and through home, community and hydrotherapy appointments—we support children, adults and older people with different health conditions, disabilities and goals.

Our care is evidence-based, inclusive and shaped around the person. We take time to understand what matters to you and develop practical recommendations that connect with everyday life.

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A small practice with a genuinely personal approach

The Physiology Collective was founded in 2022 by Clinical Exercise Physiologist Rachel Costelloe.

Rachel wanted to create a practice where people feel known as individuals—not processed through a standard program. Since then, the practice has grown into a small team providing Exercise Physiology, Occupational Therapy, NDIS services, women’s health support, rehabilitation and community-based care.

Our team works with people across different stages of life and with a wide range of health conditions, disabilities and functional needs.

Clinical evidence guides what we do, but the person in front of us guides how we do it. We listen to your experiences, explain your options and involve you in decisions about your care.

Meet The Physiology Collective
“The person in front of us guides how we provide care—not simply the diagnosis written on a referral.”

Manly West clinic

A welcoming allied health space supporting Brisbane’s Bayside and surrounding communities.

Exercise Physiology and OT

Individual assessment and practical recommendations delivered by qualified allied health professionals.

Registered NDIS provider

Registered NDIS Exercise Physiology, with Occupational Therapy available for plan-managed and self-managed participants.

Flexible service locations

Clinic, home, community and hydrotherapy appointments, with telehealth where clinically appropriate.

Our Story

How The Physiology Collective began, how we have grown and where we are going

The Physiology Collective began with a belief that effective healthcare must be both clinically sound and workable in real life.

Rachel’s experience across hospital rehabilitation, private practice, disability and NDIS services showed her how important it is for people to feel heard, understand why recommendations are being made and have support adapted around their circumstances.

The practice was created to provide individualised care without judgement, unrealistic expectations or a one-size-fits-all approach.

Since opening, The Physiology Collective has grown from an Exercise Physiology service into a small multidisciplinary practice providing Exercise Physiology and Occupational Therapy.

Our Manly West clinic opened in 2024, creating a dedicated space for individual appointments, rehabilitation and small-group exercise.

We have continued developing services across women’s health, disability and NDIS, neurological rehabilitation, paediatrics, bone health, healthy ageing, chronic conditions, hydrotherapy and community-based care.

Our goal is not to become the biggest allied health practice. It is to continue building a skilled, supportive team that provides consistent and genuinely individualised care.

We are committed to improving accessibility, strengthening collaboration with other healthcare professionals and developing services that respond to the needs of our local community.

As we grow, we will continue to protect the values on which the practice was founded: listening, respect, choice, clinical quality and care that fits real life.

What guides our work

The most appropriate location depends on your goals, clinical needs, access requirements and available funding.

Listen first

We take time to understand your experiences, concerns, priorities and goals.

Individualised care

Assessments and recommendations are adapted around your health, function, preferences and circumstances.

Choice and control

We provide clear information and support you to participate in decisions about your care.

Evidence-based practice

Our services are guided by clinical evidence, professional standards and ongoing learning.

Collaboration

With your consent, we work with families, referrers, support teams and other healthcare professionals.

Inclusion

We welcome different bodies, abilities, identities, cultures, communication styles and exercise histories.

What we do

Explore our main service areas or contact our team if you are unsure which option is most appropriate.

Exercise Physiology

Exercise assessment and prescription for people managing disability, chronic conditions, injury, rehabilitation needs or changes in physical function.
Explore Exercise Physiology

Occupational Therapy

Assessment and practical recommendations supporting daily activities, independence, safety, Assistive Technology and participation.
Explore Occupational Therapy

Women’s Health

Individualised exercise support for pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, bone health and returning to movement throughout different stages of life.
Explore Women’s Health

NDIS Services

Person-centred allied health support connected to participant goals, functional needs, choice and everyday participation.
Explore NDIS Services

THE PEOPLE BEHIND YOUR CARE

A small team with a genuinely personal approach

Our Exercise Physiologists, Occupational Therapist and practice team bring different areas of experience and interest to The Physiology Collective.

What connects us is a shared commitment to listening first, explaining things clearly and providing evidence-based care that is adapted around the individual.

Whether you are seeking support for disability, rehabilitation, women’s health, chronic conditions, healthy ageing or everyday function, we can help you identify the clinician and service most suited to your needs.

Our team

Participants, families and referrers are welcome

You can contact us directly or ask a GP, specialist, allied-health professional, support coordinator, family member or nominee to make a referral. Not sure which service is appropriate? Send us an enquiry and our team will help you understand the available options.
Contact our team

Visit

The Physiology Collective
1A/200 Preston Road
Manly West QLD 4179

Contact

0480 380 810
admin@thephysiologycollective.com.au

Hours

Monday–Friday
8:00 am–4:30 pm

How can we help?

Whether you are looking for support for yourself, a family member, an NDIS participant or someone you work with, our team can help you understand the available options and determine the most appropriate next step.

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