Al Kosh
Director and Principal Physiotherapist
Area - Musculoskeletal physiotherapy
Education - Sydney University, Beheshti University
Year of graduation - 2000
Main focus - Fitness and weight training related injuries, preventative management
Point of difference - Encouraging exercising around injuries
For - Continuation of training DESPITE the injury
Against - Stopping full training due to injury
John Wunder
Physiotherapist
Area - Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Sports injuries, Dry needling
Education - Degrees in Exercise and Sport Science and Master Of Physiotherapy (The University of Sydney)
Year of graduation - 2011
Point of difference - Due to my extensive sporting background I have personally experienced many of the injuries and conditions that I treat every day. As a result of this I am able to relate to my patients very closely on a physical and emotional level.
For - Self-motivated rehab – Patients need to want to make themselvesbetter, not just rely on someone else to make them better.
Daniel Hanavan
Physiotherapist
Elissa Chandler
Massage Therapist
Relaxation and remedial massage
Elissa is able to claim rebates from all Private Health Funds
Luke Ziliani
Massage Therapist
Sports and remedial massage
Luke is able to claim rebates from all Private Health Funds
As a Remedial Massage therapist Luke has had a broad range of experience previously working alongside Osteopath’s, Chiropractor’s and Physiotherapist’s focusing on musculo-skeletal conditions. Some of the injuries successfully treated include lower back, shoulder and neck pain, headaches, sciatica and whiplash.
Luke massages professional athletes such as The Australian Ballet & Bangarra Dance Theatre.
All appointments are centred around creating a nurturing and healing environment to all clients.
Luke’s passion focuses on empowering the individual with all the tools they need to take control of their personal challenges. His main area of interest is injury prevention and continued education in the workplace.
Having played competitive sport and worked internationally in the entertainment industry, Luke understands the physical and emotional stresses we all face as individuals on a daily basis, which is stored in our body as aches and pains. Effective and intuitive massage helps release this pain, strengthening our mind/body connection resulting in a happier and healthier person.
Qualifications
- Diploma of Remedial Massage
- Certificate IV Fitness-Personal Trainer
- Registered Massage Therapist with ATMS (Australian Traditional Medicine Society)
- First Aid and CPR certified
Luke provides a comprehensive treatment in the areas of:
- Remedial Massage (Deep muscle)
- Trigger Point Massage (Injury)
- Sports Massage
- Swedish Massage (Relaxation) and
- Corporate/Workplace Massage
Rhea Smith
Practice Manager
Emily Hardman
Dietician
Emily practices from our Dee Why Parade Rooms on Wednesdays.
To contact Emily, call 0406 601 634
Emily is a highly motivated and enthusiastic Accredited Practising Dietitian with a lifelong passion for health, nutrition and food. She is the owner of a private practice consulting business with clinics in Mona Vale, Dee Why and online. Emily works one on one with clients to support them in building a positive relationship with food and to assist them in reaching their goals.
With experience in private practice and the hospital setting, Emily has worked with adults, children and families in all areas of nutrition and dietetics including chronic disease management, weight management, gastrointestinal health, allergies and intolerances, eating disorders, and sports nutrition. She offers adaptable and easy to follow advice tailored to her clients to support them in achieving optimal health. Emily provides clients with the knowledge and skills to empower them in establish their health intentions and make long-term positive health and lifestyle changes.
With a passion for food and cooking, Emily enjoys developing and sharing simple and healthy recipes. She believes that through the practical application of her advice, she is able to empower clients to make positive nutrition and lifestyle changes.
Qualifications & Memberships:
- Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours)
- Sports Nutrition Course with Sports Dietitians Australia
- I.S.A.K Accreditation (Skinfold Testing)
- Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) with the Dietitians Association of Australia
- Sports Dietitians with the Sports Dietitian Australia