Penang Island is part of the state of Penang, on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia. With an area of 295 km2 (114 sq mi), Penang Island is the fourth-largest island wholly in Malaysia, after Banggi Island, Bruit Island and Langkawi Island. As of 2019, the island has a total population of 1,774,600 with 42.8% Malay, 39.1% Chinese and 9.4% Indian. The island is connected with the mainland by the Penang Bridge and the Sultan Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah Bridge.
Famed throughout Asia for its heady mix of eastern cultures, Penang Island is Malaysia’s prime melting pot. Roadside vendors serve some of the world’s best street food; its national parks offer white-sand beaches and wildlife, and UNESCO-listed George Town is full of colourful heritage houses.
Apart from the nursing homes, there are many physiotherapy centres in Penang Island that provide professional treatment services for those who are affected by injury, illness or disability. To help you choose the right facilities located near you in Penang Island, we put together the 10 best physiotherapy centres list.
*The sequence of Physiotherapy clinics below is in no particular order.
1. Your Physio Penang
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Your Physio is a leading physiotherapy and rehabilitation clinic in Malaysia. Their personalized treatment is suitable for all ages and provides the best possible outcome for pain management, sports injury, older adults rehabilitation and stroke rehabilitation.
Before starting the treatment, Your Physio will provide a detailed assessment for each patient to fully understand the problems in depth before starting the treatment. Then, they will tailor treatment plans for each patient accordingly and provide useful home exercises for them to perform at home to speed up recovery. Your Physio has experienced physiotherapists who specialize in the application of dry needling, scoliosis and spinal issues. Additionally, they provide top-rated physiotherapy to help patients quickly get rid of pain in a comfortable environment for a smooth recovery.
Last but not least, Your Physio offers all the services at affordable pricing. Currently, there are 7 branches and 2 branches of Your Physio in Klang Valley and Penang, respectively.
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Operating Hours | Monday : 09:00 – 21:00 Tuesday : 09:00 – 18:00 Wednesday : 09:00 – 21:00 Thursday : 09:00 – 19:00 Friday : 09:00 – 21:00 Saturday : 08:00 – 18:00 Sunday : 08:00 – 15:00 |
Price (estimation) | Firsr time: -Assessment RM35 -Registration RM15 1 session RM100-150 (depends on the severity of the condition) |
***Disclaimer: Price might vary based on the patient's condition and treatment method.
HIGHLIGHT:
Leading physiotherapy and rehabilitation clinic in Malaysia
Affordable pricing
Personalized treatment for all ages
MAIN Services:
✓ Dry Needling ✓ Scoliosis ✓ Sports Physiotherapy
✓ Wrist Pain ✓ Knee Pain ✓ Ankle Pain
✓ Back Pain ✓ Neck Pain ✓Shoulder Pain
2. Prestige Physiotherapy & Pain Specialist Centre
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Prestige Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation is the only brand in Asia with over 30 years of experience in the physiotherapy field. They combine modern technology and manual therapy to bring the best treatment options to the customers at an extremely affordable rate. Their areas of specialty comprise joint pain, back pain, post surgical recovery, and sports rehabilitation.
Other than physiotherapy services, they also strive to offer the best products in terms of healthcare and back support, in purpose to help customers obtain the best for their daily usage. Additionally, the team works on brand new innovations of products, including the latest High Intensity Laser, Shockwave, Interferential, Traction, Tecar and more to enhance the field of physiotherapy and integrate them with manual therapy to ensure recovery. All their products are manufactured in Australia with the best quality that provides a lifetime guarantee.
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Operating Hours | Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 2 pm - 8 pm Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday-Closed |
Price (estimation) | Consultation: ≈RM50 (depends on condition) 1 session: RM80 - RM100 |
***Disclaimer: Price might vary based on the patient's condition and treatment method.
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Over 30 years of experience in the field of physiotherapy
Working on brand new innovations of products for physiotherapy
Offer high quality physiotherapy products that are manufactured in Australia
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✓ Mobilization ✓ High Intensity Laser ✓ Kinesiotaping
✓ Ultrasound Therapy ✓ Interferential Therapy ✓ Tens
✓ Low Intensity Rejuvenation Therapy ✓ Shockwave ✓ Tecar
3. WELL Rehabilitation Centre
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WELL Rehabilitation Centre was established in 2011. They pride themselves as a multidisciplinary private centre for rehabilitation by offering Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Clinical Psychology. Their services are well recognized by various leading doctors, hospitals and clinics in Malaysia. They provide one-on-one treatment in modern and private therapy rooms that cater to clients of all age range.
In addition, WELL Rehabilitation Centre are also the official panel for PERKESO - Return to Work Programme since 2013. Working in close hands with PERKESO, they provide high quality rehabilitation programmes to help workers to recover from their injuries and return to work. Their therapy services are well recognized by all insurance providers in Malaysia as well.
Their physiotherapy services will usually start by a detailed assessment conducted by the physiotherapist. The assessment findings will then be analyzed using clinical reasoning to establish a diagnosis. The physiotherapist works together with the clients to explore current abilities and functional needs to further plan treatments that are consistent with the client's goals and general health status. WELL Rehabilitation Centre incorporates approaches and techniques that are well supported by the best evidence available to ensure the quality of the treatment.
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Operating Hours | Tuesday - Sunday (9am - 6pm) Monday Closed |
Price (estimation) | RM90 - RM100 for normal physio |
***Disclaimer: Price might vary based on the patient's condition and treatment method.
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Services are well recognised by various leading doctors, hospitals and clinics
The official panel for PERKESO - Return to Work Programme since 2013
Services are well recognised by all insurance providers in Malaysia
Cases they treat:
✓ Stroke ✓ Brain Injuries ✓ Sport Injuries ✓ Knee Replacement
✓ Scoliosis ✓ Arthritis ✓ Bone Spurs ✓ Parkinson's Disease
✓ Torticollis ✓ Cerebral Palsy ✓ Back and Neck Pain
4. Global Circle Physio + Rehab
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Global Circle Physio + Rehab is a private healthcare centre established in 2019. They offer physiotherapy and rehabilitation services for sport related injuries, musculoskeletal injuries, stroke population, vestibular conditions, aging population and others.
There are 3 reasons to consider Global Circle Physio + Rehab for you or your loved ones. Firstly, they have years of clinical experience as they received overseas specialized training which meets international standards. Secondly, they offer effective treatment such as manual hands-on therapy (mobilization, manipulation, facilitation) and targeted functional training according to clinical findings. Finally, they place high emphasis on providing ethical professionals to ensure holistic care throughout the client's recovery journey and return to the active lifestyle.
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Operating Hours | Monday - Thursday (9.30am - 6pm) Friday (9.30am - 4.30pm) Saturday (9am - 3pm) Sunday Closed |
Price (estimation) | Assessment + Treatment =RM200 |
***Disclaimer: Price might vary based on the patient's condition and treatment method.
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Provides international standard physiotherapy services
Treatment for aging population
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✓ Sports Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation ✓ Surgery Rehabilitation
✓ Scoliosis and Bracing Treatment ✓ Neurological Rehabilitation
✓ Geriatric Rehabilitation ✓ Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy
✓ Women Health ✓ Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
5. Ocean Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic
Ocean Physiotherapy was started in 2010 by Neetia Ranjini, who holds a Bachelor's Degree in Physiotherapy with a special interest in surgical and sports injury. The services provided include physiotherapy, traumatic Injury / Sprain / Strain, Manual Therapy, Sports Injury Rehabilitation, Pre & Post Surgery Rehabilitation, Fitness Checkup, and Exercise Recommendations.
Ocean Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic is located opposite the Lam Wah Ee Hospital in Penang. Additionally, it is noteworthy that this physiotherapist has gained good reviews from her customers over the years while working with them.
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Contact | 012-676 4052 |
Operating Hours | Monday - Saturday (9am - 9pm) Sunday (9am - 1pm) |
Price (estimation) | RM80 per sessions |
***Disclaimer: Price might vary based on the patient's condition and treatment method.
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Located opposite the Lam Wah Ee Hospital
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✓ Pre- and Post Physiotherapy ✓ Cardio Rehabilitation ✓ Stroke Rehabilitation
✓ Sports Injury Rehabilitation ✓ Manual Therapy
6. TLC Physiotherapy
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Combining movement-based physiotherapy and high technology modalities, TLC Physiotherapy strives to provide treatments with love and care for all. Their state of the art modern facilities will give the customers peace of mind and the quality they deserve. Also, they administer modern technology in treatments to achieve faster healing results.
Moreover, it is worth mentioning that TLC Physiotherapy helps patients who suffer from long COVID syndrome, including breathing difficulties, chronic fatigue, reduced stamina, severe muscle weakness in the elderly, and joints and nerve pain syndrome.
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Operating Hours | Monday - Saturday (8am - 6pm) Sunday (8am - 5pm) |
Price (estimation) | Consultation - RM40 (compulsory fee for the first time coming) 6 sessions - RM450 12 sessions - RM840 |
***Disclaimer: Price might vary based on the patient's condition and treatment method.
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Modern technology in the treatment
They treat the patients with long COVID syndrome
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✓ Spinal Decompression Traction ✓ Total Knee Replacement
✓ Long Covid Syndrom ✓ Stroke Rehabilitation
✓ Therapeutic Vibration ✓ Ultrasound Therapy ✓ Therapeutic Product
✓ Strengthening & Mobility Exercise ✓ Holistic Weight Loss Program
✓ Shockwave Therapy ✓ Home Physiotherapy Services
✓ Urinary Incontinence Program
7. Therapedic Medical Center
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Therapedic the 1st Robotic Brain and Spine Rehabilitation Center in north Malaysia.
As a modern minimalist center that provides exclusive patient privacy, Therapedic is well equipped with cutting-edge therapeutic technology and thrives for clinical excellence.
They offer a variety of services with up-to-date technology, including Advanced Robotic Rehabilitation that achieves next level efficiency, safer treatment journey and more complete recovery, as well as Transcranial-Laser Therapy in maximizing neuroplasticity and stimulating brain neurons for healing. Some other therapeutic technology they also offer include Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy, COX® Spinal Decompression, Far-Infrared & Electrotherapy and more.
Additionally, most of their procedures are insurance claimable. In short, Therapedic
strives to give their customers a fast yet comfortable healing journey.
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Contact | 04-997 1117 |
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Operating Hours | Monday - Saturday (930am - 530pm) Sunday Closed |
Price (estimation) | start from RM139 per session |
***Disclaimer: Price might vary based on the patient's condition and treatment method.
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Cutting-edge therapeutic technology
Procedures are insurance claimable
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✓ Chiropractic ✓ Osteopathic ✓ Robotic Rehabilitation
✓ Physiotherapy ✓ Laser Acupuncture ✓ Physio Aesthetic
8. Grand Care Rehab
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Grand Care Rehab claimed to be the first rehab center in town that consists of both Western and Eastern treatment, which is physiotherapy and acupuncture. They provide experienced professionals in pain management and more with the UK graduated physiotherapists, well-trained acupuncturists, and masters of traditional Chinese medicine.
There are 3 reasons you should choose Grand Care Rehab. Firstly, their team includes PHD holder and a Master's holder of Professional Traditional Chinese Medicine certified from Beijing, TianJing, Guangzhou (China), and a Bachelor holder of Physiotherapists certified from Northumbria and Anglia Ruskin (United Kingdom). Secondly, they have certified ISST SCHROTH METHOD THERAPIST- known as the world famous scoliosis treatment method. Last but not least, they effectively combine the best of both medical practices for Pain Relief, and innovation of “Acuphysio” to provide best treatment for their customers.
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Operating Hours | Monday Closed Tuesday - Saturday (930am - 630pm) Sunday (10am - 1pm) |
Price (estimation) | RM220 - RM260 per session |
***Disclaimer: Price might vary based on the patient's condition and treatment method.
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First rehab centre in town that consists of both Western and Eastern treatment
UK graduated physiotherapist, well trained acupuncturist and master of traditional Chinese medicine
9. Precise Rehab
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Precise Rehab is founded by a team of specialized physiotherapists with 17 years of experience in Clinical Pilates, Advanced Dry Needling, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM), Sports Performance Rehab, Strength and Conditioning. They have expertise in using various corrective treatment methods to help patients to reduce pain, improve the way they move and prevent future injuries.
In summary, their team of expert therapists aim at carry out treatments that are specially tailored to the customer's needs to help them feel their best and continue doing the things they love.
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Operating Hours | Monday - Friday (9am - 8pm) Saturday - Sunday (9am - 4pm) |
Price (estimation) | Initial assessment & treatment - RM245 Follow-up Sessions - RM180 |
***Disclaimer: Price might vary based on the patient's condition and treatment method.
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Founded by a team of specialized physiotherapists with 17 years of experience
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✓ Corrective Exercises ✓ Advanced Dry Needling Treatment
✓ Sports Rehab ✓ Clinical Pilates
✓ Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation
✓ Neurodynamic Solution (NDS) ✓ Strength & Conditioning
10. Philip Yap Physio
Philip Yap is a doctor/physiotherapist who graduates from National Taiwan University (NTU), the #1 ranking university in Taiwan. After graduation, he decides to return to his hometown Penang and serve his beloved Penang-lang.
Philip Yap Physio provides evidence-based clinical physiotherapy to help the clients reclaim their lives. He specializes in Dry Needling, a type of Western Acupuncture that helps to achieve a local twitch response to release muscle tension and pain. He is one of the few Certified Dry Needling Advanced Practitioners in Penang, Malaysia.
Besides that, he is very experienced in Stroke rehabilitation and also Geriatric elderly rehab. He also performs Chiropractic Spinal adjustments for treating pain and problems in the spine.
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Operating Hours | 5am - 11.30pm |
***Disclaimer: Price might vary based on the patient's condition and treatment method.
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Physiotherapist graduated from #1 ranking university in Taiwan
Experienced in stroke rehabilitation and Geriatric elderly rehab