MEET OUR TEAM
PHYSIOTHERAPY & PILATES
MARK MITCHELL, Director & Physiotherapist
Specialty areas:
– Knee reconditioning
– Complex/chronic conditions (where everything else has failed)
– Surfing injures and performance
Additional training:
– Strength + conditioning Masters
– Connect Therapy
– Dry-needling/acupuncture
– Sports physio
– Pelvis & spine
– The rib cage
– Knee reconditioning
Sport-physio experience:
– World Surf League
– PGA Tour Golf
– Surf ironman/women
– Elite swimming & cricket
– Waratah’s Rugby
– Waverley College Rugby
– St Cath’s Elite Athlete Program
CAELUM TROTT, Director & Physiotherapist
Caelum (co-founder of Advanz) is a physio with a special interest in neck pain. Known as “The Neckspert”, he is the author of the book, NECK PAIN SUCKS – The 5-step approach to solving your neck pain, as well as academic research on neck pain.
Specialty areas:
– Neck pain
– Spine conditions
– Headaches
– Shoulder injuries
Additional training:
– Connect Therapy
– Dry-needling/acupuncture
– Sports physio
– Pelvis & spine
– The thoracic/rib cage
Sport-physio experience:
– Sydney Swans Academy
– Waratah’s Rugby
– Waverley College Rugby
– St Caths Elite Program
– Aussie Mens Waterpolo
– Sydney International Rowing Regatta
– City to Surf
– Balmain Dockers AFL
EWEN JOHNSON, Senior Physiotherapist & Educator
Ewen is both a Senior Physiotherapist and a clinical educator at Advanz.
Specialty areas:
– Knee rehabilitation (ACL)
– Low back pain & sciatica
– Sports injuries (especially sprint training, golf, rugby & cricket)
– Acute neck pain
Courses:
– Sports level 1
– Dry needling (acupuncture)
– Concussions
– McGill back pain
– Pelvis & spine treatment
Sports physio experience:
– Waverley College Rugby
– Roger Fabri speed academy
– McArthur Rams
SARAH FENSOM, Physiotherapist
Sarah is a Physiotherapist with a history and knowledge of Exercise Physiology which she applies to her Physiotherapy practice.
Specialty areas:
– Lower limb injuries (hip/knee/ankle)
– Shoulders
– Netball/water polo injury rehab
– Exercise rehabilitation (gym & Pilates)
Courses:
– TMJ (Jaw Physiotherapy)
– Dry needling (acupuncture)
– GLA:D Accredited Practitioner
Sports physio (team/event) experience:
– UNSW FC
– St Caths elite athlete program
– Waverley College
– Netball State Champs
Sarah is also a published author on research in exercise programs for children with intellectual disabilities.
LUCY DOWNEY, Physiotherapist & Women’s Health Physiotherapist
Lucy is a physio specialising in both women’s health conditions & sports/life injuries.
Women’s health expertise:
– Pre & post-partum checks
– Pelvic floor assessments
– Pelvic girdle pain
– Incontinence
– Post-pregnancy return to exercise
– Clinical Pilates
Sports/workplace injury expertise:
– Lower limb injuries (knee/hip/ankle)
– Spinal pain
Courses/skills:
– Dry needling (acupuncture)
– Women’s health
– Sports level 1&2
KIERAN TATE, Physiotherapist
Kieran has both Masters of Physiotherapy and Sports & Exercises Science degrees. He is also an elite cricketer & triathlete.
Specialty areas:
– Shoulder & lower limb injuries (hip/knee/ankle)
– Running, cycling & swimming
– Cricket & rugby
Courses/skills:
– Advanced Dry Needling
– Bike-fit
– Sports level 1 & 2
– Running & swimming assessments
Sports physio experience:
– Sydney University Women’s Football
– Sydney University Men’s Rugby League
– Waverley College Rugby
LENA THIVEOS, Physiotherapist & Researcher
Lena is both a physiotherapist and an academic researcher at Macquarie University (back pain research).
Specialty areas:
– Back pain
– Lower limb injuries (hip/knee ankle)
– Chronic pain
– Pilates
Skills/courses:
– Cognitive Functional Therapy
– Pain science
– Pilates
– Exercise and movement retraining
LAUREN TYBEREK, Physiotherapist
Lauren is an experienced physiotherapist and clinical Pilates instructor.
Specialty areas:
– Spinal pain
– Clinical Pilates
– Women’s health checks (pelvic floor assessment with ultrasound, safe return to exercise post-pregnancy)
Lauren has helped numerous elite sports people including professional tennis players, golfers, rowers and soccer players.
She has a passion of helping adolescents manage their sporting injuries and guiding them through their return to exercise.
In Laurens spare time she loves to crochet miniature versions of people’s dogs and explore her city.
JAMES BASSIL, Physiotherapist & Paediatric (kids) Physiotherapist
James is a physio specialising in both paediatrics (kids) & adults sports/work conditions.
Paediatric expertise:
– Certified DMI therapist
– Neurological conditions
– Developmental delay & coordination disorders
– Autism spectrum disorder & ADHD
– Cerebral palsy
– Post surgical
Adult sports injury experience:
– The Maroubra Saints AFL club
– St George FC
– Mosman & Randwick Botany athletics clubs
James was an elite triple jumper, narrowly missing out on the Commonwealth Games.
DANIEL ANDREWS, Physiotherapist
Dan is a physiotherapist with a special interest in sports injuries.
Specialty areas:
– Lower limb injuries (hip, knee, ankle)
– Shoulders
– Field sport injuries (football/soccer/netball)
Courses/Skills:
– Level 1 Sports Trainer
– Mastering the Management of Runners
– GLA:D Accredited Practitioner
– 4D Physiotherapy Method- Pilates Instructor
Sport Physio experience:
– Maroubra Saints junior AFL club
– UNSW Women’s soccer
– Waverley College Basketball
Outside of work, Dan enjoys running and gym training. He is also an elite rugby union referee.
Lewis is a physiotherapist focusing on the lower limb & spine.
Specialty Areas:
– Lower back and neck pain (including headaches)
– Knee and ankle injuries
– Chronic tendinitis
Courses:
– Advanced Dry Needling
– APA Spinal Physiotherapy
– APA Sports Physiotherapy
– Level 1 Sports Trainer
– Graduate Diploma of Psychology (ongoing)
Experience:
– Treated participants on The Voice, Dancing with the Stars and Big Brother
– GWS Giants Talent Acquisition Program
– Courtside NSW Swifts and GWS Giants Professional Netball
Lewis also works as a Firefighter, runs marathons and is passionate about helping his patients recover and exceed their expectations, empowering them to achieve more than they thought possible.
SCOTTI HAMILTON, Physiotherapist
Scotti is a physiotherapist with a Master of Physiotherapy from Sydney Uni and a Bachelor of Health Sciences from Boston University. He is a high-level runner and swimmer.
Specialty Areas:
– Endurance Sporting Injuries
– Tendon Injuries
– Training Periodisation
Courses/Skills:
– Level 1 Sports Trainer
– Advances Sports Taping
– Running Assessments
– Swimming Assessments
Whilst in the USA, Scotti captained the Boston University track and field / cross-country team. He loves surfing, athletics, tennis, diving and camping.
Ruby is a physiotherapist with a Master of Physiotherapy from the University of Sydney and a Bachelor of Biomedical Science from the University of Newcastle.
Specialty areas:
– Sporting and overuse injuries
– Concussion
– Return to Sport.
Courses/skills:
– Level 1 Sports Trainer
– First Aid and CPR
– Advanced Sports Taping
– Soft tissue mobilisation.
Growing up in Newcastle, Ruby developed a passion for surfing. She also played soccer for 12 years and developed her rugby when she moved to Sydney. She loves spending her time playing her guitar, going to the gym and camping and bush walks.
TOM ALLOT, Physiotherapist
Tom is a physiotherapist with a BSc from The University of Nottingham.
Specialty areas:
– Gym / Weightlifting Injuries
– Running Injuries
Courses/skills:
– Acupuncture / Dry Needling
– Level 1 Australian Weightlifting
– Dave Sullivan ‘Go To Physio’ Mentorship
Tom grew up in England where he played Semi-Professional Rugby and had to dal with a fair share of his own injuries. Away from the clinic, you’ll find Tom training in the gym for his next Crossfit or Hyrox competition, also enjoying a coffee and pastry by the beach.
EMILIE MYERS,
Hand Physiotherapist
Emilie has over 20 year’s experience as a hand physiotherapist. She treats adult & paediatric hand and wrist conditions & post-operative cases. She provides thermoplastic splinting, plaster & waterproof casting.
Career highlights:
– Orthopaedic Outreach trips to Fiji with hand physios & surgeons (including her husband Dr. Stuart Myers)
– Working with the sailing team at the Paralympic Games
Emilie has conducted clinical research and presented papers at national and international conferences.
MASSAGE THERAPY
CHRISTIE COOPER, Massage Therapist
Christie holds a Diploma in Remedial Massage and Cert 4 in Aromatherapy.
Specialty Areas:
– Sports
– Remedial
– Relaxation
– Pregnancy Massage
– MLD (Manual Lymphatic Drainage)
Techniques:
– Myofascial Release
– Trigger Point Release
– Myofascial Cupping
– MET (muscle energy technique)
– Breathwork
– Sciatic pain release
– Plantar fascia release
– Deep Tissue
– Lymphatic Drainage
– Aromatherapy
– Dry needling
Christie completed her Dip. Rem Massage and cert 4 Aromatherapy in 2013, she believes that a combination of therapeutic massage techniques, sound and Aromatherapy, breathwork, MET (muscle energy technique) and myofascial release helps to promote relaxation, increase circulation, decrease stress, pain, tension and anxiety – thus, bringing balance back into the mind and body.
Christie also specialises in pregnancy massage, sciatica and treating plantar fascia (feet)
OWEN LITTLE, Massage Therapist
Specialty areas:
– Sports
– Remedial
– Relaxation
– Pregnancy Massage
Techniques:
– Myofascial Release
– Trigger Point Release
– Deep Tissue
– Lymphatic Drainage
Owen believes massage should be informative and centring as well as focused on releasing tension, relieving pain and reducing stress. He provides a holistic experience by using a mixture of sports, deep tissue, myofascial and breathwork techniques in his treatments. Owen has experience in acrobatics, dance, Tai Chi and Yoga which all inform his method and approach to physicality.
KYRON ISRAELSOHN, Massage Therapist
Kyron holds a Diploma in Remedial Massage and a Bachelor’s of Exercise and Sports Science from the University of Sydney.
– Sports
– Remedial
– Relaxation
Techniques:
– Myofascial Release
– Trigger Point Release
– Deep Tissue
Kyron is a passionate massage therapist with a deep commitment to health and wellness. With a background in competitive swimming, Kyron has always been fascinated by how the body moves and recovers under physical stress. Having spent years pushing his own limits in the pool, he developed a profound understanding of the importance of proper recovery and self-care. Now, as a skilled massage therapist, Kyron is dedicated to helping others feel their best – whether it’s through injury recovery, stress relief, or simply to promote overall well-being. His approach combines expert technique with a genuine desire to help people live healthier, more balanced lives.
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY
PAIGE WINDER, Exercise Physiologist & Exercise & Sport Scientist
Paige completed a Bachelor of Exercise Physiology at the University of New South Wales.
Specialty areas:
– Sport-specific injury rehab
– Back pain
– Osteoporosis and falls prevention
Skillset/experience:
– Sports and workplace injuries
– Cardio-metabolic
– Neurological
– Intellectual and mental health conditions
ALEX DRURY, Exercise Physiologist & Exercise & Sport Scientist
Alex is an accredited Exercise Physiologist, completing his Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) and Masters of Exercise Physiology at the University of Sydney.
Specialty areas:
– Strength training
– Sports injuries
– Chronic pain
– Arthritis
– Diabetes
– Mental illness
LOGAN WALKER, Exercise Physiologist
Logan is a passionate Exercise Physiologist with an extensive background in Elite Amateur Boxing and long distance running, committed to optimising health and performance outcomes through evidence based practice for people with chronic disease or injuries.
JASMIN DUFFUS, Exercise Physiologist
Speciality areas include:
NATUROPATHY AND NUTRITION
MICHAELA JEAN, Naturopath & Clinical Nutritionist (BHSc)
Michaela is a Naturopath and Clinical Nutritionist with a passion for evidence-based medicine. Her unique sense of empathy and intuition compliment her biochemical knowledge, empowering her to help her patients identify and heal the underlying cause of their state of disease.
With a background in Media and Communications, Michaela came to discover Natural Medicine through her own battles with chronic health issues unresolved by years of seeking help from the conventional medicine system. On a journey to heal herself, she discovered Naturopathy and pursued the long road of scientific and clinical study to allow her to help others resolve complicated answers about their health.
Michaela’s clinical focus is gut health, addressing structural and function imbalances of the gastrointestinal tract, liver and microbiome in the correction of inflammatory multi-systemic imbalances in the body.
Michaela offers biochemical investigations through lab testing and functional pathology to further the efficacy of her comprehensive personalised treatment plans. She prescribes with a mind-body focus featuring Dietary & Lifestyle Interventions complimented by Nutraceutical and Herbal Medicine prescriptions.
Some conditions that Michaela commonly treats includes IBS & other digestive complaints, adrenal dysregulation, irregular menstruation, metabolic disease, anxiety & mood disturbances, chronic fatigue, PMS, acne, hypothyroidism, as well as support through the menopausal transition.
ADMIN MANAGERS
DOMINIQUE WRIGHTON
SHANNON KILLORN
DOMINIQUE WRIGHTON
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