Accredited Exercise Physiologist
I’m into:
Snorkelling and going to the beach, singing (badly) in the clinic and anywhere else that I feel the urge to belt out a big number, goofy dancing, nerding out, having a good giggle with family and friends and seeking answers to life’s big questions.
In regards to health and wellness, I am passionate about Exercise Physiology as:
My skills:
I specialise in delivering tailored progressive exercise programs to a range of conditions including cardiopulmonary, metabolic, musculoskeletal, neurological conditions and others (such as cancers, and mental illness).
Key areas of interest include:
Achievements:
And…..
1st place in the Anzac Parade Physio ten pin bowling comp!!!!!
Favourite Exercises:
Plyometric drills and jumping, sprinting, any social sport (but especially netball & touch footy), riding my bike and going for runs with my dog Storm.
My Philosophy:
Accredited Exercise Physiologist
I’m into:
HIIT training and circuit training. I also enjoy sprinting and coastal walks. I love spending time with family and friends, going to the beach, travelling around the world, dancing when I am out, trying new restaurants/bars and eating dessert.
Professionally I have developed a passion for the benefits of exercise in mental health conditions, as well as reducing stress, anxiety and depression. I am also interested in the effectiveness of high intensity interval training for fat loss and improving cardiovascular and metabolic health. I enjoy working with people to achieve their goals, improve their physical and mental health (look and feel good) and embark on a journey to live the longest, happiest and healthiest life possible.
As an Exercise Physiologist I’m passionate about decreasing the impact of prevalent health issues through effective exercise prescription, education and tailoring exercise programs to meet the individual needs of each client. Seeing clients improve in their health and wellbeing or ability to manage their condition is the most rewarding part of my job.
My Skills:
Currently I specialise in exercise prescription and management of patients with various muscle and skeletal conditions commonly rehabilitation from musculoskeletal injuries. I also develop exercise programs for healthy populations who want to improve physique, fitness, strength, or overall exercise/sporting performance.
I have also had experience throughout my degree in exercise programming for chronic disease including Neurological rehab (MS, Stroke, Parkinson’s), Cardiovascular disease (Hypertension) and Metabolic diseases (Cancer, Diabetes).
I also have certification in Pilates Mat Work Level 1 from the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute. This has provided me with the skills to offer Pilates to clients recovering from back pain and other injuries. As well as, provide postural education, correct movement patterning and body awareness.
Favourite Exercises:
Burpees, crab walks and jump squats.
My Philosophy:
“Your body is your temple. You do your body good, your body will do you good” – Floyd Mayweather, Jr.
Physiotherapist
I’m into:
Playing and watching soccer and basketball. Massive Liverpool FC and LA Clippers fan. I enjoy spending time with my friends, getting up at ungodly hours to watch Liverpool, strength training, bodybuilding, snowboarding, travelling and some friendly banter.
My Skills:
As a physiotherapist, I love treating all sorts of sporting injuries and spinal conditions. I enjoy fixing all biomechanical deficits that may have lead the client to be predisposed to their condition and strengthening them right up they can go above and beyond their pre-injury status.
Graduating from the Bachelor’s degree of physiotherapy at the University of Sydney, I have had the honour to work extensively in both public hospitals and private practices where I have developed a holistic approach to treatment and worked with patients of all age groups.
I myself have played a multitude of different sports including swimming, tennis, basketball and soccer and been involved in strength training for over 7 years now so I understand the strength, mobility and endurance demands of being involved in competitive sports. I have also studied a fair bit on training, health and nutrition so feel free to ask me for advice!
Favourite Exercises:
Squats, bench press, basketball
My Philosophy:
“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass. It’s about dancing in the rain.”
Greg Plitt
Administrative Staff and Masters of Physiotherapy Student
I’m into:
Hiking, weightlifting, body building, yoga, running, sports, cooking, eating what I cook.
My Skills:
I have recently completed a Bachelor of Science at the University of Sydney majoring in psychology. I have been accepted into the 2018 Masters of Physiotherapy at the University of Sydney. I am currently working as admin staff which has given me great insight into the life of a physiotherapist and it has been an extremely motivating environment. I am also one of the sports trainers for the UTS Bats AFL team, furthering my physiotherapy experience.
My goal is to be a top-notch physiotherapist, that can assist in relieving pain from patients, improve mobility, strength and play a role in their overall health and wellbeing.
Achievements:
My Philosophy:
Keep your room tidy and be good to others.
Physiotherapist
I’m into:
Rugby Union, skiing, surfing, cricket, Australian Rules Football, rugby league, swimming, golf, tennis, pilates, traveling, bad puns and Dad jokes
My Skills:
I completed my studies at the University of Sydney with a Masters of Physiotherapy, as well as a Bachelor of Health Sciences, Human Movement.
I have worked with elite professional athletes, including two years in the physiotherapy team at the GWS Giants AFL Team. I also have experience working with the general public on their health and fitness goals, and assisting patients with rehabilitation from surgery and/or disease at St Vincent’s Private Hospital.
I have played first grade rugby union for Brothers Rugby Club and understand the demands of high level competition, the extensive processes required to maintain fitness, prevent injuries and the hard work required to rehab and return to competition after numerous injuries.
I am so passionate about physiotherapy, I love my job, and I get great satisfaction from working with people and empowering them to understand their conditions and how to return to a pain free active lifestyle.
Achievements:
Favourite Exercises:
Ocean swimming, pilates, kicking the footy, long distance running, having a hit of tennis, playing golf or cricket, surfing and skiing
My Philosophy:
“Give the ones you love wings to fly, roots to come back, and reasons to stay”
“Choose to be optimistic, it feels better”
– Dalai Lama
Our new InBody Scanner is revolutionising the way our Exercise Physiologists and Physiotherapists are able to help you take control over your health concerns. The InBody quickly and accurately assesses a number of body measurements and provides a detailed report to our health professionals. Importantly, it doesn’t make assumptions, or use averages, based on data that we have entered into the machine. Your age and gender will not affect the results. The InBody simply provides precise data based on the person it is scanning. This means we can tailor specific treatment plans suited to your unique physiology.
How Does The InBody Work?
Firstly, the InBody divides your body into 5 segments — left & right upper limb, left & right lower limb as well as the trunk. Your body composition, including body fat, muscle mass, water content, basal metabolic rate, and bone mineral density, is then analysed and recorded. The InBody also reports on balance and symmetry within the body:
Importantly, the InBody also measures your levels of visceral fat. This type of fat is wrapped around major organs such as the liver, pancreas and kidneys, putting you at increased risk of developing a number of serious illnesses including heart disease, cancer and diabetes
How can the Inbody Help Improve Your Health?
The InBody provides us with a detailed snap shot into your health. We can then provide you with the best advice to help you achieve your goals. Ultimately, the InBody facilitates positive health outcomes, because it allows us to work with you and your individual body composition. We have had excellent results so far and comparing follow up scans has also proven to be an effective motivator.
Exercise Physiology Student (admin)
I’m into:
Playing soccer, basketball and Oz tag. I enjoy going to the beach, cliff jumping, hanging out with friends, eating burgers, going to the occasional movie and the golf driving range.
As an exercise physiologist, I have developed a keen interest in neurological conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, spinal cord injuries and many others. Seeing clients improve their level of independence and ability to manage their conditions whilst improving their overall quality of life gives me great satisfaction and pride within my work.
My Skills:
Currently I am in completing my last year of study in exercise physiology at UNSW. Furthermore to neurological conditions, I have experience in catering exercise programs to chronic cardiorespiratory/metabolic conditions as well as musculoskeletal injuries/conditions such as diabetes, osteoporosis, arthritis, cancer, and many more. Through the use of various exercise assessments, I abide by a holistic bio-psycho-social approach towards improving all facets of lifestyle change behaviors using evidence based exercise programs combining functional, resistance, posture, flexibility, range of movement and cardiovascular fitness interventions with thorough education. I also cater exercise programs towards healthy populations with the intention to improving overall performance, strength and fitness.
Achievements:
Favorite Exercises:
Push-ups, running and any ball sports
My Philosophy:
“If you push me towards something that you think is a weakness, then I will turn that perceived weakness into a strength” (Michael Jordan, #23)
SFMA is a Physiotherapy movement based diagnosis system, designed to identify all the physical factors contributing to your pain and/or condition.
It is the assessment of choice for all complex and simple conditions.
How does it work?
SFMA Clinically assesses 7 fundamental large movement patterns, in those movements our trained specialist can easily identify your dysfunction.
This efficient method of finding all the contributing factors to your symptoms by logically breaking down dysfunctional patterns caused by restricted joints, reduced muscle extensibility and/or a problem with your stability/motor control, is second to none.
The SFMA allows our specialised clinicians to clearly match intervention to your main problems for a complete and comprehensive fix.
Physiotherapy
I’m Into
I’m a bit of an adrenalin junkie and love all things water or snow- based:
Since being in Sydney I’ve embraced the Aussie lifestyle and have got stuck into:
My Skills:
Graduating from Physiotherapy in Glasgow, I have gained extensive experience working with clients of all ages and abilities. I am expert at treating both acute and chronic injuries with excellent results. Providing a holistic approach to treatment is key to a successful recovery and I appreciate the important role we as physiotherapists play in health promotion.
I have a particular interest in jaw pain (TMJ) and functional screening tools. I am constantly developing as a clinician and plan to complete my Pilates instructor training and women’s health course in the next year.
Achievements
Favourite Exercises
I get great results from using the foam roller for spinal extension exercises and power band for hip flexor stretches. I do these everyday!
My Philosophy
What you need to know as an injured worker.
If you are in the unfortunate position were you have sustained an injury while performing your duties at work. Take confidence that the workcover scheme is available to insure that you receive the required treatment to return you to health.
At Anzac Parade Physiotherapy we provide Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology treatment for all work related injuries.
As an injured worker you are required to nominate a treating doctor for your injury. Your treating doctor will issue you with a work cover medical certificate. You must also notify your employer of your injury as soon as possible and provide a copy of your work cover medical certificate.
When seeking treatment for your injury with Anzac Parade Physiotherapy please provide a copy of your work cover medical certificate. We will ensure that our communication with your treating doctors and employer are regular to facilitate a time efficient plan to return you back to you full duties as soon as possible.
What you need to know if you have sustained a injury in a motor vehicle accident.
If you are in the unfortunate position were you have sustained an injury while being involved in a motor vehicle accident. Take confidence that the Compulsory third party insurance scheme is available to insure that you receive the required treatment to return you to health.
At Anzac Parade Physiotherapy we provide Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology treatment for all CTP injuries.
Just let us know your injury is a CTP claim and we will help you file the required paper work so you have no out of pocket expense.
We will communicate with your treating doctors and required specialists regularly to facilitate a time efficient plan to return you back to your best as soon as possible.
Anzac Parade Physiotherapy has a long standing association with Sydney’s leading orthopaedic surgeons.
We have extensive experience in orthopaedic rehabilitation including but not limited to arthroscopic repairs, total joint replacements, tendon repairs, ligament reconstructions, joint stabilisation surgery and spinal surgery.
Our pilates programs are supervised by Physiotherapists/ Exercise Physiologists for this reason health fund rebates are available.
Benefits of our pilates programme include:
Call into the clinic and we can provide you further information about how our pilates program works.
It is possible that you have a moderate to severe postural problem that is affecting your health, performance and is the source of your pain.
Six of the most common presenting postural problems
If the postural problem has persisted over time mobilisation of joints and returning muscle lengths back to normative values is needed before strengthening your new and improved posture.
The knee is a complex joint with many components, the forces the knee sustains in activity make it vulnerable to a variety of injuries and also accelerates wear and tear if the knee is not functioning optimally. Many knee injuries can be treated successfully with simple measures, such as bracing and rehabilitation exercises specific for the condition.
The knees seven key structures
◦ Collateral Ligaments border the inside and outside of the knee holding the knee together.
◦ Cruciate Ligaments are found within the knee joint, they cross between the long bones forming a “X” with a cruciate ligament from the front and a cruciate ligament in the back. They control the back and forth sliding motion between the long bones.
There is a multitude of various knee conditions associated with the above mentioned structures, some of these conditions have similar symptom patterns so it is important to have your knee assessed thoroughly to specify the correct line of treatment.
Seven Common Knee Injuries
Take confidence that our Physiotherapists will be able to advise you of the treatment that you require.
The shoulder is the most complex joint in the body as it allows the upper limb to move through uninterrupted 3D movements. The shoulder joint is formed where the humerus (upper arm bone) fits into the scapula (shoulder blade) socket (glenoid fossa), like a golf ball on a golf tee.
The shoulders five key structures
The shoulders most common injuries
Shoulder dislocation occurs when the humerus (arm bone) is forced from the socket of the shoulder. Ligament, tendon, bone and labrum injury may also occur at this time and it is advised to have a shoulder MRI following dislocation to examine the extent of the injury.
Shoulder subluxation is when the humerus (arm bone) is forced partially from the socket of the shoulder, the shoulder can also become subluxed from poor prolonged posture and muscular imbalances.
Rotator cuff disease is due to trauma from falling, lifting awkwardly and friction from adjacent boney structures causing wear and tear. Other causes can be from overuse in sports particularly activities that involve repetitive overhead motions.
Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) is acute shoulder pain and increasing stiffness that can last beyond 18-months. It is caused by inflammation and thickening of the shoulder ligaments and capsule.
Shoulder subacromial impingement is present when the rotator cuff muscle tendons are in contact with the under surface of the acromion which is an extension of the shoulder blade bone causing pressure, irritation and inflammation.
There is a multitude of various other shoulder conditions associated with the same above mentioned structures, some of these conditions have similar symptom patterns so it is important to have your shoulder assessed thoroughly to specify correct line of treatment.
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Our Exercise Physiologists are specialists in the benefits of rehabilitative exercise.
We apply our specialised knowledge of how the body systems work optimally together to design an exercise rehabilitation program that is tailored to your specific needs.
Our Exercise Physiologists will assess you and your needs, then can prescribe a course of exercises for either rehabilitation, fitness and/or sports performance.
Pilates may be recommended with home based or gym based exercise routines. They can also advise on lifestyle modification programs and have proven strategies to help you with your goals.
Sports injuries are commonly caused by overuse, direct impact, or the application of forces that exceed what the body part can structurally withstand.
Common injuries we treat include sprains, strains, contusions, joint injuries, ligament injuries and concussions.
Investigation is important, as leaving an injury untreated can have far more severe consequences.
Subsequent instabilities and restrictions that are commonly present following sports injuries have been found to be a strong predictor of future injury in the same and/or opposite limb.
It is important to screen the adjacent structures and joints clearing all restriction left from the inflammation process. This approach allows us to alleviate compensatory movement patterns.
Sports injuries can reduce muscle strength and size which needs to be addressed with targeted science and evidence based exercises. It is also possible to reduce the impact of muscle decline throughout the healing process.
It is important to cross reference your function against normal function so we can determine what you need to return back to sport and activity in a safe and durable manor.
All physiotherapists at Anzac Parade Physiotherapy are spinal specialists with postgraduate certifications in advanced spinal assessment and manual therapy.
With your help we thoroughly gather a detailed history of your spine symptoms and concerns.
Following the history your Physiotherapist will determine what components of a physical exam to perform to help rule in or rule out possible diagnoses from your history.
Within the Physical exam your Physiotherapist will carefully examine your spine.
Throughout and following the physical exam our Physiotherapist will explain your assessment and how it is relevant to you and your condition.
Our Physiotherapists will then clearly explain your diagnosis in easy to understand language ensuring you are informed of what is causing your symptoms and concerns.
The Neck (Cervical Spine) Roles and Functions
The cervical vertebrae play a key role in maintaining these functions in the neck.
The Cervical spines key structures
Common cervical spine injury and pain sources
Cervical degenerative disc disease refers to when a cervical disc is the source of pain, possible from twisting and falls involving the neck but more commonly from prolonged poor posture and wear and tear of the cervical spine. Symptoms of stiffness numbness, tingling and weakness in the neck, arms and shoulders.
Peripheral nerve impingement may occur when peripheral nerves are irritated or pinched by degenerative disc degeneration leading to severe pain from the neck extending into the shoulder and arms, weakness may also be present.
Bone spurs and cervical osteoarthritis A bone spur (osteophyte) is an enlargement of the facet joint which develops over time and are seen in adults over 60 years of age. Symptoms may include pain and weakness in the arms and legs accompanied with dull neck pain and headaches.
Facet joint hypo-mobility can be caused from multiple sources; locked facet joints, facet joint arthritis, degenerative facet joint osteophytes, joint capsule scarring thickening and shortening, and/ or protective muscle spasm. Symptoms include cervical stiffness and restricted movement, head aches and muscular aches.
Take confidence that our Physiotherapists will be able to advise you of the treatment that you require.
Principal Physiotherapist, Accredited Exercise Physiologist
I’m into:
Australian Rules Football, road cycling, mountaineering, rock climbing, running, swimming, outdoors, traveling, pranks, burgers and recently olympic weight lifting.
My Skills:
I completed my foundation studies in exercise science, human movement and exercise physiology.
I have 21yrs experience tailoring and programming exercise for a variety of individuals, I have worked with numerous elite professional athletes, the general public on health and fitness goals, and assisting patients with rehabilitation from surgery and/or disease. I myself have competed in road cycling at an elite level and understand the complex demands of competition and balancing all the facets of life for enhancing human performance.
Physiotherapy and mobility is my passion and I enjoy freeing joints and muscles from stiffness and restriction, I get great satisfaction from helping my clients understand their bodies better, improving their movement patterns, posture and returning to pain-free stable movement with the knowledge to maintain the gains.
Achievements:
Favourite Exercises:
Turkish Get UP, anything endurance and kicking the football.
My Philosophy:
“Ability is what you’re capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it. ”
-Lou Holtz
