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About Recovery First

About Recovery First

At Recovery First, recovery starts with understanding you — your pain, your movement, your lifestyle, and your goals.

★ Founder & DirectorOur founder

Led by Sameera Madushanka

Led by Founder and Director Sameera Madushanka, Recovery First was created with a simple purpose: to help people move better, recover with confidence, and feel supported throughout their treatment journey.

Sameera leads a team that shares one commitment — genuine, personalised care that treats the person, not just the symptom.

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Our Story

Recovery, made personal

Recovery First began with a belief that good recovery is personal. Too often, people in pain are rushed through appointments and handed a generic plan. We wanted to do it differently — to slow down, listen properly, and build treatment around the individual in front of us.

From two welcoming clinics in Carrum Downs and South Melbourne, our team combines hands-on physiotherapy, clear communication and practical rehabilitation support. Whether you are recovering from an injury, managing ongoing pain, or simply want to move more freely, we are here to guide you at every step — with honest advice, realistic goals, and genuine care from start to finish.

Our Approach

How we work with you

1

Listen first

We take time to understand your symptoms, history and what matters to you.

2

Assess properly

A thorough physical assessment to find the real drivers of your pain.

3

Personalised plan

Treatment shaped around your body, lifestyle and goals.

4

Guide you step by step

Hands-on care plus clear exercises, with support along the way.

5

Long-term recovery

Strategies to keep you moving well and prevent setbacks.

Why patients choose us

Why patients choose Recovery First

Personalised treatment plans

Every plan is built around your body, symptoms, lifestyle and goals — never one-size-fits-all.

Experienced physiotherapy care

Hands-on, evidence-informed treatment from practitioners who genuinely listen.

Two convenient locations

Visit us in Carrum Downs or South Melbourne — whichever suits you best.

Online bookings available

Skip the phone tag — choose a time and book your appointment online in seconds.

Pain, injury, mobility & recovery

From acute injuries to long-term mobility, we support every stage of your recovery.

Friendly care from start to finish

Clear communication and genuine support at every step of your journey.

Online bookings available

Ready to start your recovery?

Choose your nearest Recovery First clinic and book your appointment online today.