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Sudarshan brings nearly 15 years of experience in musculoskeletal pain management from both international and Australian private practice settings. Committed to evidence-based care, he completed a PhD focused on shoulder-related outcome measures at the University of Sydney in 2022. His clinical interests include treating pain and dysfunction in the back, shoulder, knee, and ankle. Outside the clinic, Sudarshan enjoys quality time with his family and staying active at the gym.

Emma completed her Physiotherapy degree at Newcastle University in 2010 and began her career at Sport and Spine - with a background in classical dance from the Marie Walton Mahon Dance Academy, she brings a strong understanding of movement and performance to her physiotherapy work, particularly within Newcastle’s dance community - Emma focuses primarily on managing dance-related injuries and provides high quality care through collaboration with imaging, orthopaedic, and sports medicine professionals - her clinical focus includes ankle, foot, back, hip, and pelvic injuries, and she also teaches Pilates classes, enjoying the long-term progress of her clients.

John has been a valued member of Sport and Spine Physiotherapy for over 12 years and has a strong personal and professional interest in soccer, rugby, running, cycling, and triathlon - he has completed 12 Ironman Triathlons, including three World Championships in Hawaii and a sub-9-hour finish in Busselton - John has a strong clinical interest in treating running-related, spinal, shoulder, and knee injuries, as well as vertigo, and also provides professional bike fittings - he is a certified GLA:D Australia clinician for hip and knee osteoarthritis - outside of work, he enjoys cycling and spending time with his family.

Matthan is a recent graduate from the University of Newcastle. During his studies, he worked as a wardsperson at John Hunter Hospital, gaining valuable experience across diverse patient groups. Having completed his honours research on the physiology of chronic pain, Matthan is passionate about helping clients manage and overcome pain. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, participating in parkruns, and keeping up with the NFL.

Carolyn graduated from Sydney University in 1987 and completed her intern training through Prince of Wales Hospital with rural placements before gaining further experience in the UK and at Lingard Sports Medicine Centre - in 1993, she co-founded Sport and Spine Physiotherapy with Chris Downs and earned the title of Sports Physiotherapist in 2000 after completing a Master’s degree at Griffith University - she has worked extensively with the Newcastle Netball Association and junior representative teams - her clinical interests include cervical spine issues, headaches and migraines, pelvic instability, lateral hip pain, surgical rehab, pre and post-natal care, and core stability using diagnostic ultrasound - Carolyn is passionate about helping clients of all ages and continues to advance her expertise through ongoing education.

Chris graduated from Sydney University in 1987 and began his career at Royal Newcastle Hospital, later working at The Sports Clinic in Sydney and in the UK before returning to Newcastle to co-found Sport and Spine Physiotherapy in 1993 - a lifelong runner, Chris has worked with numerous sports organisations including the Australian Disabled Track Team, Newcastle Netball, Forster Ironman, Hunter Mariners, and the Australian Olympic Sailing Team - he has also contributed to sports medicine education through the Hunter Region Physiotherapy Group and Sports Medicine Australia - his clinical interests focus on running injuries, lower limb biomechanics, tendon issues, and orthotic prescription.