Gympie Sports & Spinal, Located 6 Minutes Away from Victory Heights

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22 Reef St,Gympie, QLD 4570

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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, Podiatry, Remedial Massage Therapy, Exercise Physiology and Dietician services. Conveniently located near Kybong, Southside, Kin Kin,ย 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 NDISย registered and accepts Medicare rebates and HICAPS health fund claims. EFTPOS and credit card facilities are also available for payment.ย 

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 toย 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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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.ย 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.

Sarah Mewburn

Podiatrist

Sarah completed her Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry) at Charles Sturt University Albury. In her career, she has worked in all podiatry settings from Private practice in Canberra, Aged care, and the high-risk foot. She prides herself on treating every patient with respect and empathy.

Growing up in a landlocked country Victoria never kept Sarah out of the water; participating in the swim squad, water polo, and an early career as a swimming teacher. Now in Noosa, Sarah is pursuing surfing with the intent of going from beginner to not falling off as much.

Keeping active has sparked Sarah’s interest in musculoskeletal knowledge and injury prevention. During her career, Sarah has gained valuable experience in biomechanical assessment including; Foot Mobilisation, Dry needing, tissue stress theory, and best practice podiatry injury management.ย She also enjoys treating all aspects of podiatry including; Dermatological skin and nail care, Nail Surgery, and Diabetic foot care.

Sarah is available for Podiatry appointments at our Kawana and Gympie clinics.

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 from Emilio Aguinaldo College – Manila in the Philippines 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 inย spinal rehabilitationย and further challenging himself with a diverse multi-cultural setting.

Since moving to Australia and Gympie in 2023, John have enjoyedย expanding his expertise withย 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 himย 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 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.

Jenn is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Gympie clinic.

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 isnโ€™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

Ben has been involved in the fitness industry for over 10 years as a personal trainer across a wide range of areas including musculoskeletal rehabilitation for acute and chronic conditions, cardiometabolic health and weight loss, strength and conditioning, bodybuilding and group fitness classes. He has completed two bachelorโ€™s degrees in science (majoring in physiology, minoring in psychology) and Exercise and Sport Science and has recently graduated with his Masters degree in Melbourne. Ben is excited to be starting this next chapter of his life in Queensland.

During his university internships, Ben was involved in exercise prescription and delivery for various musculoskeletal, cardiometabolic, neurological, pulmonary, cancer, women’s health and semi-professional athlete populations in hospitals, private practices and a sports academy.

Ben is thankful for having had the privilege of experiencing, managing and overcoming numerous injuries himself (including a traumatic road accident requiring surgery for shoulder complications and numerous arm fractures, as well as lower back and knee injuries), which have not only improved his knowledge and application of rehabilitation on a personal level but have also built resilience and compassion for others experiencing pain and chronic conditions.

Ben has particular interests in musculoskeletal (particularly orthopedic) rehabilitation, cardiometabolic health (including weight loss), strength and conditioning, return to sport in athletes, and the link between mental health, pain and chronic conditions. 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.

In his spare time, youโ€™ll find Ben enjoying his daily gym workouts, running, hiking, and other outdoor activities, song writing on guitar and piano, investing in personal development and staying up to date with the latest research to ensure his practice is evidence-based.

Ben is available for exercise physiology consults at our Gympie clinic.

Courtney Bruce

Dietitian

Courtney is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian (APD) boasting over 10+ years of experience in the healthcare field, where she has worked extensively in both hospital and community settings. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Health Science (Nutrition and Dietetics) in 2011, and since then, she has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their health and nutrition goals.

With a particular focus on chronic disease management, weight loss, weight gain, and supporting individuals with disabilities, Courtney is committed to positively impacting her clients’ lives. She takes pride in fostering a healthy and positive relationship with food for those she works with.

Outside of her professional life, Courtney finds joy in various activities. She relishes spending time at the beach, camping amidst nature’s beauty, savouring meals at restaurants, exploring new destinations during her travels abroad, and cherishing quality moments with her family and friends.

Courtney’s warm and friendly personality ensures clients feel at ease during their sessions. She eagerly looks forward to collaborating with you on your improved health and nutrition journey.

Courtney is available for Dietitian consults atย Gympie Sports & Spinal.

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๐Ÿ‘Ÿ Are your orthotics old or worn out?
๐Ÿ‘Ÿ Do you need a second pair for convenience?
๐Ÿ‘Ÿ Are you not sure whether you would benefit from a pair?

If you haven`t claimed this year then you may be eligible to claim towards another or new pair of foot orthoses and/or refurbishment!

Get in touch with your local Sports & Spinal Podiatrist and book before your health fund benefits run out!

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