Gympie Sports & Spinal, Located 28 Minutes Away From Cooran
Gympie Sports & Spinal provides the Highest Quality Patient Care. Gympie Sports & Spinal brings a range of exceptional allied health services to a wider range of the Gympie community.
Gympie Sports & Spinal offers Physiotherapy, Remedial Massage Therapy and Exercise Physiology services. Conveniently located near Kybong, Southside, Kin Kin, Curra, Two Mile, Victory Heights, Pomona, Cooran, Cooloola Cove and Coles Creek.
The Gympie team uses the latest evidence-based treatments to treat various conditions, including shoulder, neck and back pain, sporting injuries, lower limb conditions, women’s health, headaches, work cover incidents, pre-and post-surgical, motor vehicle accidents and more.
Our team will provide you with a comprehensive assessment and treatment from start to finish. Our clinicians will work with YOU to facilitate your complete recovery.
Gympie Sports & Spinal is NDIS registered and accepts Medicare rebates and HICAPS health fund claims. EFTPOS and credit card facilities are also available for payment.
Whether you are looking to recover from an injury or recent surgery or are suffering from general aches and pains, our multi-disciplinary team will help you to get back to doing what you love most!
services & FACILITIES
- On-Site Parking (5 spaces)
- Street Parking
- Gym & Pilates Equipment
- NDIS Registered
- Medicare Rebates
- HICAPS Health Fund Claims

OUR TEAM
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- Beenleigh
- Brisbane
- Broadbeach
- Buderim
- Burleigh
- Caloundra
- Chermside
- Coolum
- Fraser Coast
- Gold Coast
- Gympie
- Hervey Bay
- Indooroopilly
- Ipswich
- Kawana
- Logan
- Maroochydore
- Morayfield
- Moreton Bay
- Mt Gravatt
- Nambour
- Noosa
- North Lakes
- Redcliffe
- Robina
- Runaway Bay
- Sippy Downs
- Springfield
- St Lucia
- Sunshine Coast
- Woolloongabba
- Wynnum
Corey Phillis
Remedial Massage Therapist
Thomas Suttie
Physiotherapist
Patricia (Abie) Liwaliw
Physiotherapist
Michael Cahanding
Physiotherapist
John Petil
Physiotherapist
Jennifer Aviles
Physiotherapist
Noah Collins
Exercise Physiologist
Benjamin Frank
Exercise Physiologist
Corey Phillis
Remedial Massage Therapist
Corey has Diploma in Remedial Massage Therapy and is currently studying for a Diploma in Reflexology to enhance his Remedial Massage toolbelt. Corey is passionate about improving his client’s quality of life through massage therapy. He is always open and willing to deeply investigate patients’ issues and is always looking forward to providing the best treatment for each individual.
Corey understands that everyone is unique and requires special individual care and solution. Corey has special interests in and can assist you with Remedial, Sports, and Swedish Massage.
Corey is available for Remedial Massage appointments at our Gympie clinic.
Thomas Suttie
Physiotherapist
Tom completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Honours at Central Queensland University. During his studies, Tom was fortunate to gain experience in both rural and remote healthcare settings.
Having personal experience dealing with chronic conditions, Tom is passionate about using both hands-on treatments and individualised exercise to help his clients manage their conditions and achieve their rehabilitation and lifestyle goals. Thomas is also currently upskilling his knowledge in Vestibular Pathologies assessment and treatment through various courses.
Outside of the clinic, Tom is a regular at the gym and also enjoys riding his mountain bike, hiking, camping and playing with his dog.
Tom is available for Physiotherapy consults at our Gympie clinic.
Patricia (Abie) Liwaliw
Physiotherapist
Patricia, known as Abie, graduated in 2017 with a degree in Physiotherapy. Since then, she has gained diverse experience across various clinical settings, including private hospitals, outpatient clinics, community home health, sports programs, and telerehabilitation.
Abie has a special interest in developmental paediatrics, neurology, and musculoskeletal cases, through the use the latest evidence-based practices available and conducting individualized, thorough assessments. She is particularly passionate about working with children with special needs and young athletes, designing functional exercise programs, and handling our weekly balance class.
A strong advocate for movement, Abie is driven by her commitment to helping people achieve their best health. Her enthusiasm for learning new techniques ensures she continually provides quality care to her clients. An avid runner herself, Abie has first hand experience with sports injuries and is excited to help fellow runners reach their goals.
Outside of work, besides running, Abie enjoys a good book and coffee, hiking, and cross-training.
Abie is available for physiotherapy consults at Gympie Sports & Spinal.
Michael Cahanding
Physiotherapist
Mike completed his Physical Therapy degree in 2016 at the Manila Adventist College (Philippines). He has been a registered Physiotherapist since 2017. With over six years of experience, Mike is known for his Myotherapy techniques which help patients with injuries manage pain and improve their range of movement and rehabilitation. His work with musculoskeletal symptoms and sports injuries in younger and middle-aged clients allowed him to treat acute and chronic pains and thousands of joint problems.
He is adept at identifying the cause of trauma and designing a safe, personalised, and effective treatment plan that best addresses each patient’s need and produces results. Mike is also a very hands-on PT with a reputation for keeping patients motivated and committed to treatment plans in and out of therapy sessions.
On a personal level, Mike is a fur daddy of 2 lovely dogs; as a sporty guy, he loves watching and playing basketball, wants to learn Cricket if given a chance, loves trying new foods, and is a coffee lover.
Michael is available for Physiotherapy appointments at Sports & Spinal Gympie.
John Petil
Physiotherapist
John finished his undergraduate study of Physiotherapy in 2015 and started working on one of the top hospitals in his home country managing a wide range of cases from neurological to musculoskeletal. He moved to Dubai in 2018 to broaden his knowledge in spinal rehabilitation and further challenging himself with a diverse multi-cultural setting.
Since moving to Australia and Gympie in 2023, John have enjoyed expanding his expertise with shoulder and hip related cases.
With over 9 years of experience as a Physiotherapist, John always strives to provide quality and evidence-based practice in order to reach the optimal result for the patient.
Outside of business hours, you will always find him in his local gym promoting a healthy work-life balance and practicing what he preaches. During his off days, John loves to read books, journals, and cooking.
John is available for physiotherapy appointments at our Gympie clinic.
Jennifer Aviles
Physiotherapist
Jenn is currently on maternity leave and will return to the clinic in 2026.
Jenn graduated with a Bachelor of Kinesiology from the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. She moved to Australia to complete her Masters of Physiotherapy Studies from the University of Queensland in 2017.
Jenn has worked in private practice, aged care, and community care. Jenn enjoys working closely with patients to reach their rehabilitation goals.
Outside of work, Jenn enjoys regular gym sessions, being outdoors, and playing sports – she currently plays for the Gympie Cats AFL Club and Gympie Basketball Association.
Noah Collins
Exercise Physiologist
Noah graduated with his Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology in 2023 whilst studying at the University of the Sunshine Coast. He is a born and bred Gympie local who isn’t too fond of the city life.
Noah enjoys seeing clients meet their goals and wants to help them improve their quality of life. He has a passion for sports and physical activity and wants to help his clients return to their sports, hobbies and workplaces.
Noah loves to play sport and do physical activity and can be seen playing at the hockey fields or riding his mountain bike at the Victory Trails. He also enjoys going for some runs and playing backyard cricket from time to time.
Noah is available for exercise physiology appointments at our Gympie clinic.
Benjamin Frank
Exercise Physiologist
Before becoming an exercise physiologist, Ben worked as a personal trainer for approximately 10 years, with a focus on weight loss, general fitness, muscle building and musculoskeletal rehabilitation alongside a physiotherapist.
Ben moved to Gympie at the end of 2023 from Melbourne where he completed two bachelor degrees in Science and Exercise and Sports Science followed by a Masters in Clinical Exercise Physiology at Deakin University.
During his university internships Ben was privileged to work with junior high-level athletes in strength and conditioning as well as in clinical and hospital settings working with orthopaedic, cancer, diabetes, arthritis, cardiovascular, neurological and mental health patients.
Ben has always had a passion for the gym environment and helping people through exercise, particularly in the midst of physical injuries and mental adversities.
In 2022, he nearly lost his arm in a bike accident, which required surgery. This alongside personal experiences with chronic back pain, sciatica and several lower limb injuries have not only improved his knowledge and application of rehabilitation on a personal level, but have also developed a passion for supporting others experiencing physical and mental challenges in their own healing and growth journeys.
He has a particular interest in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, mental health, metabolic health (diabetes, PCOS, cancer, eating disorders) and working with athletes and defence veterans.
Ben believes mindset is everything and has a strong focus on building relationships with clients to empower them to achieve sustainable, life-changing results, both physically and mentally.
Ben is available for exercise physiology consults at our Gympie clinic.
Managing back pain isn’t about avoiding movement — it’s about moving smarter.
Managing back pain isn’t about avoiding movement — it’s about moving smarter.
Postpartum recovery matters! 💖
Postpartum recovery matters! 💖
Nutrition & Parkinson’s Disease: Why It Matters 🥦🧠
Nutrition & Parkinson’s Disease: Why It Matters 🥦🧠
Podiatry Managing Partner, Aleks Baruksopulo talking all things new graduate podiatry at QUT 💪🏻👟
Podiatry Managing Partner, Aleks Baruksopulo talking all things new graduate podiatry at QUT 💪🏻👟
Today is World Parkinson`s Day ❤️
Today is World Parkinson`s Day ❤️
Happy World Health Day! 🌍💙
Happy World Health Day! 🌍💙
Women`s Health Physio Available🌸
Women`s Health Physio Available🌸
Our @sportsandspinalkawana physiotherapist Georgia and exercise physiologist Tenikka are demonstrating how we modify Pilates reformer exercises to suit different stages of back pain recovery.
From acute flare-ups to long-term rehab, we use progressions and regressions to safely load the spine, activate stabilising muscles, and rebuild functional movement patterns.
No two backs are the same — and your exercise program shouldn’t be either. Whether we’re focusing on core control, spinal mobility, or graded exposure to load, your plan is tailored to your individual presentation, goals, and pain response.
Because the best results come from individualised care — not cookie-cutter plans.
Your body, your pace, your plan ✅
Our @sportsandspinalkawana physiotherapist Georgia and exercise physiologist Tenikka are demonstrating how we modify Pilates reformer exercises to suit different stages of back pain recovery.
From acute flare-ups to long-term rehab, we use progressions and regressions to safely load the spine, activate stabilising muscles, and rebuild functional movement patterns.
No two backs are the same — and your exercise program shouldn’t be either. Whether we’re focusing on core control, spinal mobility, or graded exposure to load, your plan is tailored to your individual presentation, goals, and pain response.
Because the best results come from individualised care — not cookie-cutter plans.
Your body, your pace, your plan ✅
Our Women`s Health Physiotherapists at Sports & Spinal support mums with expert care for pelvic floor recovery, core strength and more.
Our Women`s Health team are available across the Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, Brisbane and Hervey Bay.
Get in touch with our team today! ✨
Our Women`s Health Physiotherapists at Sports & Spinal support mums with expert care for pelvic floor recovery, core strength and more.
Our Women`s Health team are available across the Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, Brisbane and Hervey Bay.
Get in touch with our team today! ✨
Good nutrition plays a key role in managing Parkinson’s Disease. A dietitian can help with:
💊 Reducing medication interactions to improve effectiveness
⚖️ Maintaining a healthy weight to support strength & energy
🥗 Managing gut issues like loss of appetite & constipation
Tailored nutrition support can enhance quality of life - speak with a dietitian today!💙
Head to our bio!
Good nutrition plays a key role in managing Parkinson’s Disease. A dietitian can help with:
💊 Reducing medication interactions to improve effectiveness
⚖️ Maintaining a healthy weight to support strength & energy
🥗 Managing gut issues like loss of appetite & constipation
Tailored nutrition support can enhance quality of life - speak with a dietitian today!💙
Head to our bio!
For people who have Parkinson`s, their symptoms and experiences can vary. One key issue people face is that they lose their ability to talk and swallow normally.
Wynnum Sports & Spinal`s Speech Pathologist, Joyce Whelan is an approved provider of SPEAK OUT! An evidence-based therapy program that specifically addresses the motor speech deficits associated with Parkinson`s Disease.
The best part is that SPEAK OUT! can be provided face-to-face or via telehealth consults.
If you or someone you know could benefit from the SPEAK OUT! Program get in touch with our Wynnum team today.
📞(07) 3162 2778
📩 [email protected]
💻 https://www.sportsandspinalphysio.com.au/locations/wynnum/
For people who have Parkinson`s, their symptoms and experiences can vary. One key issue people face is that they lose their ability to talk and swallow normally.
Wynnum Sports & Spinal`s Speech Pathologist, Joyce Whelan is an approved provider of SPEAK OUT! An evidence-based therapy program that specifically addresses the motor speech deficits associated with Parkinson`s Disease.
The best part is that SPEAK OUT! can be provided face-to-face or via telehealth consults.
If you or someone you know could benefit from the SPEAK OUT! Program get in touch with our Wynnum team today.
📞(07) 3162 2778
📩 [email protected]
💻 https://www.sportsandspinalphysio.com.au/locations/wynnum/
At Sports & Spinal, our multidisciplinary team is here to support your health journey whether it’s physiotherapy, exercise physiology, remedial massage, podiatry, psychology, or dietetics.
We`re committed to helping you move, feel, and live better every day!
At Sports & Spinal, our multidisciplinary team is here to support your health journey whether it’s physiotherapy, exercise physiology, remedial massage, podiatry, psychology, or dietetics.
We`re committed to helping you move, feel, and live better every day!
We offer women`s health services across our clinic locations. Whether you`re in Brisbane, the Gold Coast or the Sunshine coast we have women`s health physio`s who can assist you! Book in with our trusted team today 👉🏻 https://www.sportsandspinalphysio.com.au/services/womens-health/
We offer women`s health services across our clinic locations. Whether you`re in Brisbane, the Gold Coast or the Sunshine coast we have women`s health physio`s who can assist you! Book in with our trusted team today 👉🏻 https://www.sportsandspinalphysio.com.au/services/womens-health/