PHYSIOTHERAPY

 

Jenna Cartwright

Jenna graduated from the University of Canberra with a Masters of Physiotherapy after completing a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Biology. Her special interests include the rehabilitation of sporting injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, women’s health and pilates. Jenna is a keen hockey player and is a current member of the ACT Academy of Sport and represents for the ACT Strikers. Outside of work and training she also enjoys reading, knitting and surrounding herself with family and friends.

Andy Chen

Andy graduated from the University of Canberra with a Masters of Physiotherapy after completing his Bachelor of Science in Biology and Genetics at the Australian National University. His special interests include post-operative rehabilitation, sporting injuries, acute lower limb injuries and strength and conditioning rehabilitation. Andy grew up swimming competitively and has held numerous records and represented ACT and NSW in national and international competitions. Outside of work Andy enjoys motorsports, good food and variety of outdoor activities and sports.

Jamie Clough

Jamie graduated from the University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand in 2010 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. He spent several years working out of outpatient clinics and in the inpatient setting in Invercargill on the South Island, treating a wide variety of conditions both acute and chronic in nature. His special interests include the use of acupuncture for pain relief and tissue alteration, sport specific injuries and rehabilitation, and post-operative orthopaedic rehabilitation. He enjoys all sports, but has a keen interest in rugby, cricket and squash, and loves the outdoor activity setting that Canberra provides.

Simon Davis

Simon graduated from Sydney University with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) in 2007. He spent several years working on the far south coast of NSW in both the hospital and private setting whilst also enjoying seasonal physiotherapy work at Jindabyne treating ski injuries during the snow season. His special interests include sports injuries, acute lower limb injuries, knee ligament injuries and sports specific rehabilitation. Simon enjoys the Canberra lifestyle and his interests include mountain biking, skiing, running and tennis during his spare time.

Nick Dewey

Nick graduated from the University of Canberra with a Masters of Physiotherapy after completing his Bachelors in Applied Science in Human Biology. Nick’s special interests include rehabilitation from sporting injures, management of work related injuries and functional strength and conditioning for injury prevention. Nick grew up playing basketball and has represented the ACT playing with the ACT Academy of Sport and the Canberra Gunners Academy.

Jim Fuller

Jim graduated from the University of Sydney with a Masters of Physiotherapy after completing his Bachelor of Health Science. He has special interests in sports injuries particularly of the lower limb, soccer injuries and pilates. He also pays particular focus to prevention of future injuries. Jim enjoys all outdoor activities with his family and friends as they are often out camping, cycling, hiking and sailing. Jim has spent 12 months in Canada fine-tuning his Pilates and snowboarding knowledge to further his clinical skills.

Craig Honeybrook

Craig is the practice principal of Sport & Spinal Physiotherapy. He attained a Masters in Sports Physiotherapy degree in 2000 at Sydney University studying foot injuries in runners and anterior knee pain in cyclists. He has been working as a physiotherapist for over 20 years and moved to Canberra over 12 years ago. He has been consultant physiotherapist for Balmain Rugby League, Eastern Suburbs Rugby, Australian Track & Field and Brumbies Rugby. His special interests include lower limb biomechanics, spinal instabilities and malalignments, bike fitting, running assessments, shoulder injuries and knee injuries. Craig was a former international level middle distance runner but now enjoys endurance mountain biking achieving a 2nd placing (age group 40-44 years) in the 2010 World Solo 24 hour Mountain Bike Championships. He also enjoys skiing, swimming, kayaking, gym work and spending time with his family.

Charlotte Martin

Charlotte graduated from the University of Canberra with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. Charlotte’s special interests include injury prevention, rehabilitation of sport injuries, particularly upper limb injuries, strength & conditioning and management of back pain. Outside of work, Charlotte is a committed rock climber and loves training and climbing outdoors. She also enjoys horse riding, gymnastics and movement practice.

Josie Pepper

Josie graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Newcastle University. Josie is new to the city, and is ready to begin her new chapter at Sport & Spinal Physiotherapy. Her interests include sports injury rehabilitation, women’s health and Pilates. Outside of work, she enjoys triathlons, running, horse riding, snow boarding and shopping.

 

PODIATRY

 

Kenny Le

Kenny graduated from Western Sydney University with a Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine. Previous to moving to Canberra from Sydney, Kenny had the opportunity to practice abroad in Galway, Ireland where he was able to work in a hospital setting with a variety of patients involving the complex high-risk foot. It was there where Kenny gained a passion for the prevention of diabetes-related foot complications and more holistic management of patients.

Kenny enjoys all aspects of podiatry but has a special interest in rehabilitation of sports injuries, strength and conditioning of lower limb mechanics, orthotic therapy and nail surgeries. Kenny is dedicated to providing quality care to his clients and regularly attends courses, seminars, and workshops to ensure he is up to date with the best available treatments. Outside of work, Kenny plays oz-tag and enjoys spending his spare time outdoors, going to the gym, and watching the rugby league.

 

EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY

Riley Brassington

Riley completed his Bachelor of Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation at the University of Canberra. Riley has previous experience in personal training and group training through his junior years played rugby league and also played oztag at a state level.

Riley throughly enjoys watching sport, particularly basketball, rugby league and soccer. He believes heavily in providing a safe and holistic approach to a healthy lifestyle. One that uses evidence-based practice and allows the client to take control of their health and rehabilitation

 

 

 

MASSAGE THERAPY / SOFT TISSUE THERAPY

Felicity Day

Felicity has 10 years’ experience as a manual therapist combining her skills and experience as a Remedial Massage Therapist and Myotherapist. Felicity is passionate about holistic health care and loves the role she plays in helping people achieve a better quality of life. In her treatments, she uses a combination of techniques including dry needling, myofascial release, deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy and exercise prescription. She treats a wide range of conditions, with a particular interest in pre and post-natal care, running related injuries, headaches and postural related pain and injuries.

Along with her work as a Remedial Massage/Myotherapist, Felicity is studying a Bachelor of Nursing at the University of Canberra. Outside of her work and studies, she enjoys activities such as singing, playing the guitar, spending time with her dog, running and going to the gym.

 

Erhan Saygin

Erhan graduated from CIT with an advanced diploma in Soft Tissue Therapy, after completing a degree in Sports Management through a scholarship in his home country, Turkey.  At present he is undertaking a Bachelor of Science degree at University of Canberra. Erhan is especially interested in correcting posture problems due to muscle imbalances and relieving pain arising from neck and lower back regions. He currently applies remedial massage therapy aimed at pain relief for clients.

Additionally, he consults directly and indirectly with the team physiotherapists so the most effective outcome can be achieved for clients. Erhan has a strong interest in basketball and was a semi-professional player in Turkey. He enjoys following the NBA and playing social basketball. Other interests are cycling and walking.

 

Paula White

Paula graduated with a Diploma of Remedial Massage from the Canberra Institute of Technology and is currently studying a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science through the University of New England. Paula has worked in the health and fitness industry for a number of years and she is committed to helping others achieve positive health behavioural changes.

 

Emily Whitten

Emily graduated with a Diploma of Remedial Massage from the Canberra Institute of Technology, completing her transition from a career in the Commonwealth public service. Emily’s focus with massage therapy is to improve her clients’ lives by decreasing their aches and pains, and increasing their mobility. She works with a range of clients with soft tissue issues that may have arisen from everyday activities, sport or the workplace.

Emily enjoys working in collaboration with the physio and podiatry team members so clients can be actively participating in life at whichever stage they are at. Away from work, Emily is forever trying to find time to keep her own life balanced with reading, movies or bush walking, amongst spending time with her active family (if they aren’t dancing, mountain biking or running).

 

It is a condition of employment that all professional staff are fully paid members of their relevant professional body and thus we are bound by the ethical guidelines and professional code of conduct of the Australian Physiotherapy Association, Sports Medicine Australia, Australian Podiatry Council and the Australian Traditional Medicine Society.