Sports and Spinal Physiotherapy Redcliffe

Siliva Tufuga

Lower Back & Spinal Rehab

Originally from New Zealand but graduating from The University of Queensland, Siliva has developed extensive international experience over 20 years of clinical practice including both Australia and the UK. In England, he was the team leader of a specialised group of advanced orthopaedic clinicians and helped to successfully develop the GP screening clinics and Injection Therapy service. Upon his return home, he has spent the past few years treating active Australian troops at the large military base in Enoggera, Brisbane where overloading of the spine and effective return to military service go hand-in-hand.

Accordingly, Siliva has vast knowledge in treating spinal disorders and low back pain. He enjoys working with his patients to identify and resolve their daily pain issues and implement strengthening strategies to prevent future occurrences.
In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his young family and is an IRB Level 2 rugby coach.

Siliva is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our North Lakes and Redcliffe locations.

Maddie Franco

Physiotherapist

Maddie graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (First Class Honours) at the University of Queensland. Maddie places an importance on a personalised holistic treatment approach and has undertaken further training in dry needling, pilates and Women’s Health. She has a passion for improving patient quality of life with an interest in treatment of pelvic pain, incontinence, prolapse, urgency as well as pre and postnatal conditions. Outside of work, Maddie enjoys scuba diving, travelling and netball.

Maddie is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our North Lakes and Redcliffe locations.

Erica Werner

General Physiotherapy

Erica graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the Australian Catholic University. She enjoys working with patients to relieve their pain as well as implement preventative strategies to help reduce the chance of re-injury. Erica is passionate about helping patients return to their optimal function whether that’s back to sport, work or chosen hobby. She enjoys working together with patients towards achieving their goals in a variety of settings including in treatment rooms, hydrotherapy pool and CSM (Clinical Pilates) classes.
Outside of work, Erica is an active person who loves group gym classes, taking her dog for walks and spending time in the kitchen.

Erica is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Northlakes and Redcliffe locations.

Joanna Szczodry

General Physiotherapy

Joanna graduated her Master’s Degree in Neurological Rehabilitation in Poland in 2011 and since than she treated patients across three continents: in Europe, Canada, and finally in Australia.  Joanna has over 10 years of experience as a physiotherapist in hospital, neurological clinic and in aged care. She enjoys working with NDIS and neurological patients and has vast experience in rehabilitation. Joanna completed Watson Headache Approach in 2018 and since than she helped many patients with migraines and headaches. She continues pursuing her passion and will be participating in Level 2 Watson next year.

Joanna has a holistic approach to her patients and by keeping her skills up to date and using evidence-based practice she gives patients the best chance to achieve their goals.

In her spare time, Joanna enjoys discovering Australia with her husband. She loves horse-riding, hiking and sightseeing and this year she wants to try kitesurfing!

Joanna is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Northlakes practice.

Julia Camporeale

Psychologist

Julia has many years of experience as both a psychologist and physiotherapist making her perfectly positioned to have a great understanding of both professions, particularly the overall pain experience and its underpinnings and complexities for clients. Through working for many years with physiotherapy injuries but also in areas of long term pain throughout many regions of Australia, Julia has developed her skills and a deep understanding of both physical pain and the psychology behind it. Julia has worked in the paediatric physiotherapy field for over three years and has developed a specialist area in working with children, particularly with autism spectrum disorder and in disability management.

Julia is available for Psychology and Paediatric Physiotherapy appointments at our Redcliffe and North Lakes location.

Emily Stewart

Exercise Physiologist

Emily is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist since completing a Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology at the Queensland University of Technology. Emily is highly passionate about helping people and believes she can help you with the use of tailored evidenced based exercise programs and lifestyle modification. Her highly welcoming and caring personality will put you at ease, enabling you to thrive throughout your rehabilitation journey. Emily has a keen interest in neurological and musculoskeletal conditions and is also a Clinical Pilates Instructor. Emily enjoys integrating this into her sessions to help improve movement efficiency.

In her spare time, Emily enjoys everything outdoors, travelling and art and is currently training for a half marathon.

Emily is available for Exercise Physiology appointments at our Redcliffe and North Lakes locations.

Kerryn Wilson

Exercise Physiologist

Kerryn is an accredited Exercise Physiologist after completing a Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Kerryn truly believes that exercise is a way of life and moving your body has endless benefits that you can’t get from anything else. Kerryn is passionate about helping people and sharing her knowledge to help others. Her extremely friendly, motivating and caring personality will ensure you get the best experience possible throughout your journey. Kerryn has an interest across all areas and is developing one in neurological conditions.  Kerryn has had a lot of teaching experience and uses this when it comes to teaching exercises and technique.

Outside of work, Kerryn loves swimming, being active outdoors and dancing.

Kerryn is available for Exercise Physiology appointments at our Redcliffe and North Lakes locations.