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Kristal joins the team as a Physiotherapist after completing a Bachelor of Health Science and Master of Physiotherapy at Flinders University in South Australia. Kristal always knew she wanted to help people, and Physiotherapy became the perfect fit for her caring nature and active lifestyle. Kristal takes a holistic approach, addressing physical symptoms alongside lifestyle, well-being, and personal goals for effective, individualised care. She enjoys optimising athlete performance and recovery, managing sports injuries, neurological rehabilitation, and concussion care, always focused on helping people achieve their goals and return to what they love. Throughout her clinical development, Kristal gained extensive experience across a diverse range of settings including RDH Orthopaedics, Gove District Hospital, aged care, neurological subacute rehabilitation and musculoskeletal outpatients. These experiences strengthened her ability to adapt to varied clinical environments and work with patients across the lifespan with complex and multifaceted needs.

April graduated from the University of Otago in NZ and spent two years working in private practice before moving to Australia in 2024. Since then, has worked in a range of locum roles across Australia, gaining experience across a variety of clinical settings. She has a particular interest in treating ankle, knee, and lower back injuries, as well as working with runners. Enjoys treating a wide range of conditions - from acute injuries and post-surgical rehab to those ongoing niggles that just never seem to fully go away. Tailors assessment and treatment to each individual using exercise rehabilitation, hands-on therapy, and dry needling where appropriate, with a strong focus on injury prevention and functional rehabilitation to support long-term outcomes. April is known for a friendly, approachable style and for helping patients understand their injury and feel confident in their recovery.

James holds a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from Australian Catholic University in Brisbane. His professional journey has seen him gain valuable physiotherapy experience in both hospital and private practice settings across Queensland and the Northern Territory. James has further honed his skills by contributing to the well-being of athletes in Rugby Union and Netball clubs in Brisbane. His focal areas of interest encompass the management of sporting injuries, pre/post-surgical rehabilitation, and addressing neurological conditions. Employing a collaborative and client centred approach, James tailors his treatments to align with the goals of each individual. He combines hands-on therapeutic techniques, targeted strengthening exercises, and personalised gym programs, all with a focus on prioritising the client's goals.

Eliza graduated from the University of Newcastle in New South Wales with a degree in Physiotherapy in 2022. Growing up playing a variety of sports, she developed a passion for movement and helping people improve their health. Eliza enjoys working with people of all ages, supporting them through post-surgical rehabilitation, sporting injuries and general recovery. Her passion for physiotherapy is shaped by her own sporting journey. Having played netball at premier league level and returning to sport after an ACL injury. This gives her a unique insight into the physical and mental challenges of recovery, allowing her to guide clients with empathy, practical strategies and confidence. Eliza places a strong focus on exercise rehabilitation and injury prevention, helping clients improve their function, performance and overall wellbeing.

Georgina’s passion lies in women’s and pelvic health, where she works closely with women across the lifespan. She supports women through pregnancy, the postnatal period, return to exercise, pelvic pain, and bladder and bowel health. Georgina understands the importance of a holistic, empowering approach and has completed three postgraduate Graduate Certificates in Women’s Health and Exercise, Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy, and Pelvic Organ Prolapse Management. Georgina also has broad experience in both public and private practice across inpatient maternity, acute medical and rehabilitation. While she is skilled in treating musculoskeletal, paediatric and NDIS presentations, her focus is now centred on women’s and pelvic health.

Tyla completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science at Charles Darwin University and a Master of Physiotherapy at Flinders University in South Australia. She has since built extensive experience working in private practice and acute hospital settings throughout the Northern Territory and South Australia. Tyla works with a diverse range of clients, from athletes to individuals across all types of employment from tradespeople to office workers. She manages a broad spectrum of conditions, from acute injuries to complex chronic presentations. Her clinical experience spans multiple sports including AFL, netball, soccer, distance running, CrossFit and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. She has a particular interest in sporting injuries, lower back pain and post-surgical rehabilitation. Tyla has also developed a strong personal interest in treating runners, having completed her own marathon in 2024. Tyla is qualified in dry needling and uses a range of manual therapies alongside exercise and mobility exercises to treat her patients. Tyla takes a collaborative and goal-oriented approach to physiotherapy, tailoring treatment and rehabilitation programs to each individual’s needs, lifestyle and expectations. She is passionate about helping people return to what they enjoy; whether that’s sport, work, or simply moving better in everyday life.

Rhiana graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from Charles Sturt University and has since developed a strong interest in sports and musculoskeletal physiotherapy. Having played competitive sports most of her life, she has always had a passion for helping athletes and individuals of all levels optimise their performance, treat and prevent injury through tailored rehabilitation programs, and utilise various manual therapy techniques. She has a particular interest in managing running-related injuries, biomechanics, and load management. Rhiana seeks to always provide a holistic approach to her patients' care by considering the big picture and understanding the impact injuries can have on more than just the physical system. She loves working collaboratively toward individual goals and empowering patients to adopt self-management strategies for long-term health while having fun along the way!

Stacey is an experienced physiotherapist who has completed a Master of Physiotherapy, a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science, and specialised training in Women’s Health Physiotherapy. Stacey has a broad range of experience, beginning her career in private practice and working with sporting clubs in the SANFL, NEAFL, and NTFL. After completing her women’s health training, Stacey became passionate about assisting pregnant and postpartum women. With her extensive training and diverse experiences, Stacey can help patients with a variety of musculoskeletal issues, sporting injuries, and women’s health concerns. She collaborates with you, employing a range of physiotherapy techniques, exercises, and personalised programs to help you achieve your goals.