Meet Freya – Your Passionate Physiotherapist in Newman Born and raised in New Zealand, Freya relocated to Newman for a fresh start in both her lifestyle and career. A 2018 graduate of the University of Otago, Freya has diverse experience in physiotherapy, having worked in a sports-based private practice in Christchurch as well as in a hospital setting. Freya's Expertise and Services Freya offers a comprehensive range of physiotherapy services, including: Hands-on treatments Dry needling Women's health physiotherapy Why Choose Freya? Freya is known for her energetic, friendly, and patient-centered approach. She is passionate about creating a positive and supportive environment, treating a wide range of conditions, and helping patients understand the reasons behind their symptoms. Schedule Your Appointment Today Discover the benefits of working with Freya at our Newman location. Book your appointment now to experience personalized care and expert treatment.

Josh is a titled APA Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist, who has multiple years of elite level sporting experience at Collingwood Football Club, US Open Tennis, Werribee Football Club, NPL soccer, and private practice. Josh's special interests lie in exercise rehabilitation for lower limb injuries, long-term and post-surgical rehabilitation. Guiding athletes through criteria-based rehabilitation and return-to-performance programs is at the core of his approach.

Josh graduated from Curtin University with a BSc in Physiotherapy and then continued to complete his Masters in Clinical Physiotherapy (Musculoskeletal). Prior to physiotherapy, he worked as a personal trainer, obtaining vast experience in the health and fitness industry. Josh has developed a strong passion for treating a wide range of musculoskeletal disorders, particularly lower back pain, shoulder and knee disorders, and complex sporting injuries especially in barbell sport athletes. He is particularly passionate about treating not only his patients’ presenting symptoms, but addressing the underlying cause itself, optimising longevity by preventing future reoccurrence of the injury. Josh’s interest in pain science, background in strength & conditioning, as well as having a background of being a competitive bodybuilder, powerlifter and wrestler, this has allowed him to gain extensive experience both as an athlete and as a therapist. Having experienced first-hand the frustrations of injuries, he has developed a deep understanding of both the physical and mental aspect of overcoming injury. As a result, Josh strives to provide the best standard of care to all his patients with up-to-date evidence-based treatments, with a significant focus on empowering patients to achieve their personal goals and the best quality of life. In addition to clinical physiotherapy, Josh is also a clinical supervisor at the School of Physiotherapy for Curtin University Post-graduate Masters course. Outside of work, Josh is an avid freestyle wrestler and have previously competed in powerlifting at a national level in 83kg weight class. Josh also has a love of travelling, exploring the coast, photography and weekend coffee-crawls. Education · Masters of Clinical Physiotherapy (Curtin University of Technology) · Certificate Orthopaedics (Manual Concepts Curtin University of Technology) · Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Curtin University of Technology) Publications Beales D, Carolan D, Chuah-Choong J, Hammond S, O’Brien E, Boyle E, Ranelli S, Holthouse D, Mitchell T, Slater H. Exploring peoples’ lived experience of complex regional pain syndrome in Australia: a qualitative study. Scand J Pain. 2021 Jan 6;21(2):393-405. doi: 10.1515/sjpain-2020-0142. PMID: 34387965.

Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

Musculoskeletal/Sports/Orthopaedic Physiotherapist with 17 years of experience

Lauren May is an experienced manual therapist with nearly two decades of experience in private practice settings in both Australia and Canada. Lauren completed her Masters of Physiotherapy at Curtin University. Lauren’s specialty areas and clinical interests include: headaches and neck/back pain, TMJ (jaw) pain/dysfunction, dry needling, clinical exercise rehabilitation, strength training during peri/menopause, post-surgery rehabilitation and sports injuries. In addition to this, Lauren offers second opinions for clients with previous unsuccessful physiotherapy journeys, as well as mentoring and educating junior physiotherapists. After running two busy private physiotherapy practices for the last nine years, Lauren has made the move to Darlington to help you get out of pain and move better. Lauren has worked as the physiotherapist for West Perth in the WAFL, Arena Joondalup Swim Club, UWA Soccer Club and Touch Rugby State Championships. She has also worked in a FIFO role in the Pilbara. Lauren is a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Mental Health First Aid trained practitioner. With an understanding of how mental health affects the physical body, Lauren can help you uncover the roadblocks to why you may not be progressing with your treatment. Hobby-wise, after two decades of martial arts and soccer, local resident Lauren nowadays prefers to spend her days running or riding the trails of the Perth Hills. You may be lucky enough to see Lauren’s hypoallergenic toy moodle, Odie, as the resident therapy dog in Darlington!

Certified Complete Concussion Practitioner 2023. Post Graduate Courses: Complete Concussion Management 2023 Dry Needling: Introductory, 2020 Dry Needling: Advanced, 2020 Mulligan’s Concept: Lower Quadrant, 2020 Mulligan’s Concept: Upper Quadrant, 2020 SIRA Workers Compensation Accreditation Course 2020 Sports Trainer Level 1 & Advanced Taping, Sports Medicine Australia, 2016

Lucia is the Principal Physiotherapist and founder of Formotion Physio which she opened in 2016. She has over 10 years of experience working in musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and the world of fitness and health, initially working in Private Practices around Perth and with Claremont and Hamersley Carine Football Club. She has spent the past 8 years working with high level CrossFit, weightlifting and running athletes around Perth and developing the business to provide high quality care. Her approach with Physiotherapy is highly practical and she ensures that she spends enough time finding the cause of injuries, rather than only treating the symptoms. She aims to empower her clients through education and exercise to create sustainable changes rather than quick fixes. While her methods are embedded in evidence based practice she does include a broader more holistic view when it comes to more difficult and complex cases, particularly those experiencing chronic pain. She is passionate about improving people’s health and fitness in a sustainable way and is committed to continually learning to stay up to date with the ever changing field of health. She loves to work with athletes to improve the way they move to break through training plateaus, as well as incorporating mindset training to help people make long term changes to their lifestyle and health. Her own background is mostly in track running, horse riding and hockey. She now enjoys exploring all forms of sport, at the moment that includes lifting weights, bodyweight gymnastics training and bouldering. On her holidays and time off she loves to free dive and create art. Special Interests Chronic Pain and Injuries Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in Athletes Pre and Post Natal Pelvic Floor Rehab and Return to Sport CrossFit Athletes Runners - Track & Field and Endurance Weightlifters Climbers Certifications & Extra Learning Dry Needling Prepare to Perform - Greg Dea APA Hand and Wrist Introduction - Ian Dowley Jumpstart your Pelvic Floor - Antony Lo

Kate brings her over 20 years of experience and her personal touch to assisting all her clients to achieve their rehabilitation goals. Kate is a physiotherapist and fully accredited Hand Therapist with extensive experience in both private practice and complex public hospital trauma. Her skillset includes: diagnosis and treatment of all finger, hand, wrist, forearm and elbow issues, as well as custom thermoplastic splinting, ergonomic and return to work advise, pain management (including CRPS), post-operative care as well as sporting injuries, arthritis and fracture management. She looks forward to assisting you with your recovery. If your injury requires urgent management and you cannot see a suitable appointment available online please contact me to discuss..

APA Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist with additional post-graduate Qualifications and experience in Women's, Men's and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy

As a senior physiotherapist with over 10 years of experience and a Pilates instructor, she’s built a reputation for her holistic and client-centered approach to musculoskeletal physiotherapy. Cathleen has continuously pursued ongoing professional development through diverse courses. These have equipped her with a diverse toolkit of advanced techniques, enabling her to craft personalised treatment plans that cater to each client’s unique needs.

Jess graduated from Curtin University with a Doctor of Physiotherapy Masters degree as well as a Bachelors degree in Exercise, Sport, and Rehabilitation Science. Jess has an array of acute injury management skills and long term sports injury rehab knowledge in both contact and non-contact sports that she utilises to help her athletes return to their on-field best. She has worked with the AFLW (Fremantle, St Kilda), WAFLW (Claremont, West Perth), PFL (Canning Vale Senior FC, Cockburn FC), NBL1 (Joondalup Wolves), BWA, Football West (North Beach Soccer Club), Indoor Netball Junior Nationals (Queensland), and the OMSB Youth International Gryphon Cup (Chris Ciriello Hockey). Outside of sport Jess works at Curtin Stadium gym where she runs exercise classes for seniors (60+), women (all ages), and HIIT clients (all ages/genders) as well as taking on 1:1 personal training and initial exercise program sessions. With this experience she has developed a passion for helping people of all ages, conditions, and backgrounds. She strives to encourage clients to be the best they can be and return to a level above and beyond their baseline function. Building confidence, educating patients, and pushing clients to reach the potential she knows they are capable of achieving is a key reason why she is involved in the health and physiotherapy space. Jess has had her own fair share of injuries and understands first-hand the physical and mental toll, as well as the importance of getting back to meaningful experiences in life, whether that be sport, playing with children (or pets), or return to work. Jess has been around sport her whole life either playing or now on the sidelines supporting her athletes. She is now a runner for leisure, navigating her way to completing her first marathon. Outside of sports you’ll find Jess at the beach, going on a hike, travelling somewhere around the world, with her head in a puzzle, or playing with her new puppy (Alfie the mini Dachshund)! Special interests · Women’s sport · Post surgical management · Return to sport · AFL athletes (amateurs and elite level) · Athletes (weekend warriors, amateurs league, elite) · Motor Vehicle Accident clients · Runners · Chronic pain and mental health

Specialised in Sports Injury, Neuro rehab and General Physiotherapy

Mostafa Khatab Principal Physiotherapist | Director of KINETIQ REHAB Doctor of Physiotherapy Mostafa Khatab is a highly skilled and experienced physiotherapist with a strong background in both musculoskeletal and occupational health. As the Principal Physiotherapist and Director of KINETIQ REHAB, he specialises in providing personalised rehabilitation, performance coaching, and injury prevention services. With a focus on hands-on physiotherapy and evidence-based treatment, Mostafa works with a wide range of clients, from athletes to general populations, helping them recover from injuries, improve strength, and optimise performance. With a comprehensive understanding of the body’s biomechanics, Mostafa is committed to delivering tailored rehabilitation programs that promote long-term physical health. He has a keen interest in performance optimisation, working with clients to improve their movement efficiency, mobility, and strength. His passion for holistic care extends to ergonomics and injury prevention, with a focus on providing strategies that enhance workplace health and safety. Mostafa’s commitment to delivering exceptional patient outcomes is reflected in his ongoing professional development, where he continually updates his expertise in the latest physiotherapy techniques and evidence-based practices. His approach combines a compassionate, hands-on method with a deep understanding of the body’s mechanics to ensure that each patient receives the best possible care.

Nick & Emma Batger are a husband and wife physio team working at ACTIVE RX Physio, a hands-on musculoskeletal and sports focused physiotherapy practice. The Active RX Philosophy is based around manual techniques to identify weakness, inefficiency and potential sources of pain in the body. Their sessions are about helping you to learn and strengthen efficient motor patterns so that you can stay active. They have both competed an an elite level so they understand not only the physical demands that training and competing can have on the body but also how important strength & mobility work can be when it comes to staying injury free. Emma is a Women's Health Physio offering pre and post natal care, management of Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP), incontinence and painful intercourse. For further information about these services please visit our website.

Jeff Zhou is a qualified physiotherapist with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Sydney and a current member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA). Jeff specialises in musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy, with a strong focus on prehabilitation and rehabilitation, manual therapy, sports injury management, dry needling, and exercise therapy. He has extensive experience treating back pain, hip/shoulder pain, and sciatica, and is committed to helping clients return to full function through personalised, evidence-based care. Jeff accepts patients under Medicare CDM plans and Centrelink-related programs.

Low back, shoulder, foot and ankle musculoskeletal specialist - Chronic complex situations - Research and clinically driven - Detailed treatment plans from start to finish

I started my fitness journey as a personal trainer 14 years ago in Canada. I continued to further my knowledge taking nutrition , volleyball coaching, and Olympic lifting courses. All of this combined with a love of travelling lead me to a physiotherapy degree in the Netherlands in 2018. I strongly believe that movement, fitness, mental health, nutrition, and well-being are core part of being a fully functional human. Bringing an evidence based approach, using education, various manual handling techniques and home exercises to help you I want to help you get back to the best version of you!

Lachlan is a titled APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist who has worked as the Head Physiotherapist at Collingwood Football Club in AFL in addition to consulting for various teams and organisations in the sports and healthcare industries. Lachlan has had many years experience working in both an elite sports settings in addition to private practice. He is passionate about helping you return from injury and realise your full potential.

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Gabby is a skilled and compassionate physiotherapist with extensive experience in managing a wide range of conditions including neck and shoulder pain, back and knee pain, nerve-related issues and both acute and chronic sports or lifting injuries. Her hands-on approach includes techniques such as neuromuscular dry needling, massage therapy and joint mobilisations to support effective recovery and long-term outcomes. Gabby has a special interest in Women’s Health and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy and is also highly trained in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and uses advanced Dynamometer Strength Assessments to identify asymmetries and hidden weaknesses that may be contributing to pain or dysfunction. Recently relocated to Hobart, Gabby enjoys spending her weekends exploring Tasmania’s beautiful outdoors and catching waves whenever she can.

Physiotherapist, Dry needling, trained in rehabilitative Pilates instruction with a special interest in Women's Health and Voice Physio. Background in personal training. Certification in Resilience Training.Susanna has been a qualified physiotherapist for well over 10 years. She has helped hundreds of patients take control of their injuries with successful recoveries. Her special interest areas are neck, back, headaches, and jaw pain. Her scope of practice includes over 10 years of experience in firm hands-on treatments, dry needling, women’s health, personal training, and Clinical Pilates, as well as being a certified Resilience Coach. Susanna is passionate about getting patients back on their feet with effective treatments rather than a short-term fix. She is known to care about her patients who range from athletes to the elderly and motivates them to reach for more, to lead a better quality of life

Principal Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist

Albert is a dedicated and skilled physiotherapist at Physical Health, passionate about helping individuals recover from injury and improve their overall physical well-being. Albert works with patients of all ages to treat a variety of conditions, from sports injuries to chronic pain. He is committed to providing personalised care and tailored treatment plans that focus on restoring mobility, enhancing strength, and preventing future injuries.

Kirsten (she/her) has 10 years experience as a physiotherapist in the community setting. She is passionate about providing nurturing and empowering support to those she works with, providing a place that is safe and supportive. She is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Australia Disability Committee, and is the course creator for the APA's level 1 disability course, which she also teaches. She is highly experienced in working with complex and rare presentations, and has a special interest in working with conditions that are often misunderstood or poorly managed such as CFS/ME, EDS, POTS, and chronic pain as well as working with teenagers and young adults with disabilities such as cerebral palsy, spina bifida, and other rare genetic conditions. Her third passion is in supporting and advocating for healthy ageing, supporting this population to enjoy life the way they want to in a way that feels safe and supported. Throughout all her passion areas her vision and drive is the same- provide care that is nurturing and empowering to those whose voice and story is often overlooked.

Qualified physiotherapist providing physiotherapy services to all age groups.

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Areas of Interest: General Physiotherapy Athletes/Sports Physiotherapy Post Op Rehabilitation Dancers/Pre Pointe Assessments Clinical Pilates

Meet Sha-May – Your Holistic Physiotherapist in Perth and Country WA Sha-May, a 2019 graduate of Curtin University, has extensive experience treating patients across various settings in Perth and country WA, including hospitals, community centers, disability services, and private clinics. She is committed to providing holistic care tailored to each individual's needs. Sha-May's Expertise and Treatment Approach Sha-May specializes in treating musculoskeletal injuries and pain conditions with a range of techniques, including: Soft tissue therapy Hands-on treatments Dry needling Exercise rehabilitation Passionate about helping clients achieve their health and wellness goals, Sha-May takes a special interest in the connection between physical and mental health. Why Choose Sha-May? Sha-May's patient-centered approach ensures a comprehensive treatment plan designed to improve both physical and mental well-being. Outside the Clinic When not at work, Sha-May loves being outdoors, staying active through running, and training in Muay Thai — preferably in the company of others! Book an Appointment with Sha-May Today Experience holistic physiotherapy care by booking a session with Sha-May. Start your journey towards better health today.