Who gets groin pain? Athletes of a wide range of sports are susceptible to groin injuries. Athletes partaking in change of direction and kicking-based sports are the most prone to developing groin pain (AFL, soccer, hockey), and it is more prevalent in males than females (Orchard, 2015). Why do we get groin pain? The million-dollar […]
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Samantha graduated from Monash University with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Honours. She has since worked primarily as a Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, gaining experience in private practice, NHS Hospitals, and sports settings.
Previously, she worked as the Physiotherapist for Queens Park Rangers in London and recently returned from Japan, where she specialized in treating snow sport injuries. Samantha’s keen interest lies in sporting-related injuries, especially lower limb injuries.
Sam is passionate about building strong relationships with her patients to help them achieve their goals. She is committed to patient care and enjoys implementing individualized approaches for both the recovery and prevention of injuries.
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Nathan graduated from the University of Western Sydney with a Bachelor in Physiotherapy after commencing a degree in Exercise Physiology at the University of Canberra.
He has since worked in private practice in Melbourne, seeing a variety of patients from a diverse range of sporting backgrounds. He has experience in working with amateur and elite level soccer players, mixed martial art athletes, elite level cyclists, recreational runners and many more.
He currently works at Melbourne City Football Club, managing the elite level academy players. Nathan has a keen interest in load management as well as strength and conditioning and their role in injury prevention and performance enhancement.
In his free time, Nathan likes to surf, play golf and play soccer for his local club. Nathan is fluent in French and is able to conduct physiotherapy assessments in French.
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Ross has a Masters in Physiotherapy from the University of Sydney as well as a degree in Exercise and Sports Science. He enjoys using a combination of the degrees in patient rehabilitation.
Ross has 9 years of experience in multiple physiotherapy settings. (Elite sporting teams, strength and conditioning, private practices, orthopaedics, hospital and aged care). Because of this range of experience, Ross loves treating all types of injuries from all walks of life and is no stranger to a complex physio case.
Ross incorporates manual therapy techniques including massage, dry needling, joint mobilisations into his sessions alongside strength exercises both at home and in the gym. On top of this, Ross has also taught regular pilates and strength classes.
When he’s not treating patients at the clinic, you’ll find him either on the golf course, swimming laps or walking/running his golden retriever along the Barwon.
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Rehab Physiotherapist at Geelong Cats AFLW
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Sarah graduated from La Trobe University with a Masters of Physiotherapy, after obtaining a Bachelor of Health Science majoring in human anatomy and physiology.
Sarah currently is the Geelong VFLW Head Physiotherapist and AFLW Rehab Physiotherapist. Previously, she has worked with the Melbourne Demons AFLW and VFLW teams, and in a private clinic in Melbourne’s CBD. Sarah has also completed various post-graduate courses in rehabilitating sports injuries, assessment and treatment of runners, management of pre and post-partum clients, and is an APPI qualified Pilates instructor. She is also available for pre-pointe assessments.
Sarah is particularly interested in both acute and chronic sports and running injuries, as she is an avid runner herself. She is passionate about helping people from all walks of life feel strong and robust so they can participate in life with confidence, and loves helping people achieve more than they thought they could with a tailored approach.
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B. Physio, B. Musc Therapy, Grad Cert in Sports Physio (ongoing)
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Tristan Graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at ACU Brisbane and since then has combined his time working in Private Practice and Sports. Tristan has gained experience in a number of clinics in both Brisbane and Melbourne, treating a range of conditions including acute sporting injuries, persistent pain and back and neck pain.
Through his involvement in sport, in particular football, Tristan has developed his
interest in sports related injury management, particularly lower limb injuries,
shoulder injuries and concussion management.
Tristan has been involved with a number of men’s and women’s amateur and state level sporting clubs, as well as the elite level which has included roles as the Physiotherapist for Brisbane Lions AFLW team and North Brisbane Rugby Union Club in the QLD Premier Competition
Prior to becoming a physiotherapist, Tristan completed a Bachelor of Musculoskeletal Therapy and spent 5 years as a Remedial Massage Therapist, including 2 seasons at the Geelong Football Club. Tristan is now nearing completion of a Graduate Certificate in Sports Physio as he works towards completing his Masters in Sports Physio.
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M. Physio, B. HSc, M.Sports Physiotherapy
Head Physiotherapist at Geelong Cats AFLW
Erin graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Health Science, Masters in Physiotherapy practice. She has also attained her postgraduate Masters of Sports Physiotherapy.
Erin is currently the Head Physio for the Geelong Cats AFLW and balances this with 1 day at BSP.
Erin has a particular interest in sporting/exercise related injuries and loves being able to keep her clients fit and healthy while rehabilitating their injuries. She also has a new found interest in pre/post-partum return to exercise, post the birth of her 2 children Erin is a mad gym-goer herself and loves a cheeky Crossfit class.
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M. Physio, B. HSc, M. Ex Sci - S&C
Head Physiotherapist at Melbourne City FC
Zach graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Health Science, Masters in Physiotherapy practice. He has also attained his Masters in Exercise Science (Strength & Conditioning).
Since graduating, Zach has worked with amateur athletes in a football, track & field, soccer, hockey and weight-lifting setting. He has also worked with the Western Bulldogs AFLW team as a Strength and Conditioning Coach and the Melbourne Rebels Rugby team as their Rehabilitation Physiotherapist.
Zach is currently working with Melbourne City Football Club as their Head Physiotherapist. He balances this with one day at BSP.
He has a particular interest in rehabilitation and return to play, while looking to improve performance in sport and everyday life.
Zach coaches multiple athletes in Track & Field, while training himself and grew up playing field hockey at state, national and international level.
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Marcus is a Sport and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist who is passionate about working with clients to achieve their functional and performance goals.
Marcus has been involved in Private Practice and Sports Physiotherapy since graduating from Latrobe University with a Masters of Physiotherapy degree.
Marcus has held a variety of sport and rehabilitation roles in elite organisations such as the Geelong Football Club and Essendon Football club, while attaining his post-graduate qualification in Strength and Conditioning (ASCA Level 2 Coach).
Marcus has also completed a bachelor degree in physical education and
combines this knowledge with his physiotherapy and strength and conditioning skills to develop target rehabilitation plans, to ensure his clients reach their goals.
After a stint in the elite sporting industry, Marcus Co-Founded Barwon Sports Physiotherapy with Zach Nelson in 2018 and is focused on delivering World Class Physiotherapy to the Geelong community.
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PhD, MSc Physio (Pre-Reg), MSc Biomed & Hlth Sc (Anatomy), BSc, BCom
Rachael is currently available to see dance injury patients and undertake pre-pointe assessments only
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Rachael McMillan is a physiotherapist (PhD), lecturer and researcher. Rachael has a special interest in football (soccer) and dance injuries and is a physiotherapist with Football Australia (Australian Women’s National Football Teams).
Rachael is a lecturer in the School of Medicine at Deakin University. Rachael’s PhD research investigated gluteal muscle and tendon adaptations in active populations and those with pain, including a collaborative project with the Australian Ballet. Rachael has won international and national awards for her research investigating hormone therapy and exercise as interventions for post-menopausal women with greater trochanteric pain syndrome.
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Daniel graduated from Deakin University with a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science and Masters of Applied Sports Science.
He is an experienced Strength and Conditioning (S&C) coach with general population, rehabilitation and sub-elite athletes. Daniel is currently working with the Port Melbourne VFLW side and has a strong passion for athletic development. He works collaboratively with physiotherapists on rehabilitation programs for athletes returning to play and individual performance.
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Rorri has completed both her diploma of remedial massage and her advanced diploma of myotherapy. She has worked with clients with sporting injuries, postural imbalances, chronic pain conditions, acute pain presentations and more. She also plays and coaches netball and football.
“The part I enjoy the most is working with the patient to work out where their pain is coming from and seeing the relief and smile on their face when they realise they are pain free.”
