Hervey Bay Women's Health
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Women's Health @ Hervey Bay Sports & Spinal
Women’s Health @ Sports & Spinal Broadbeach is located at 9/13 Medical Place Urraween, in the heart of Hervey Bay’s medical precinct. Your local Hervey Bay clinic is conveniently located near Kawungan, Scarness, Pialba, Dundowran, Torquay, Urangan, Eli Waters, Point Vernon, Wondunna and Nikenbah.
Women’s Health Physiotherapy is available at our Broadbeach clinic. Our Women’s Health Physiotherapists have completed post-graduate training in this specialised field and have experience with a broad range of issues that may present during the different stages of a woman’s life including pregnancy, birth, menopause and everything in between. Our team is committed to learning everything they can about conditions that affect women (and sometimes men!), and are constantly attending conferences, courses, and seminars to ensure they stay up to date with the most current research.
Some of the conditions they commonly treat include:
- Pregnancy & Postnatal Pelvic Girdle of Coccyx Pain
- Pregnancy & Postnatal Lower or Mid Back Pain
- Rectus Abdominis Diastasis (RAD or DRAM, Tummy Muscle Separation)
- Postnatal Pelvic Floor Assessments (including post third and fourth-degree perineal tears)
- Return to Exercise Assessments
- Mastitis
- Bladder issues – Stress Incontinence, Urge Incontinence/ Overactive Bladder Syndromes, Bladder Pain Syndromes (including Interstitial Cystitis) and Retention
- Bowel concerns – Constipation, Faecal Urgency, and Incontinence
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse and Pessary fittings
- Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia)
- Persistent Pelvic and Vaginal Pain (including Endometriosis driven pain)
- Pre and Post Gynae Surgery Pelvic Floor Muscle Training and Advice
- Pre and Post Prostatectomy Pelvic Floor Muscle Training and Advice
Our Hervey Bay Women’s Health clinic features on-site car parking as well as an onsite gym with Pilates equipment. We’re NDIS registered, and Medicare rebates and HICAPS health fund claims are available. EFTPOS and credit card facilities are also available for payment. Modern, clean and inviting, your local Hervey Bay practice is popular amongst residents looking for Physiotherapy, Clinical Pilates, Dietetics, Podiatry, Exercise Physiology, Hydrotherapy and Remedial Massage.
Please see below for more information on the type of conditions our therapists can help with:
Pelvic Health & Continence (also referred to as Women’s Health Physiotherapy or Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy) is the area of Physiotherapy that deals with conditions relating to the bladder, bowel, pelvic floor, and pelvis, as well pregnancy-related conditions including mastitis and lower back pain.
Our Physiotherapists are specially trained in pelvic floor assessment and treatment, and work closely with local specialists, surgeons, GPs and other health professionals to ensure that the treatment you are being provided is of the highest level, and supported by current evidence.
Some of the areas and conditions that they are able to assess and treat include:
- Pregnancy & Post Natal
- Pelvic Girdle Pain
- Rectus Abdominis Diastasis (RAD or DRAM, Tummy Muscle Separation)
- Post Natal Pelvic Floor Checks and Return to Exercise Assessment
- Incontinence (Stress Incontinence, Urge Incontinence, and Fecal Incontinence)
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse
- Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia)
- Mastitis (Maroochydore only)
- Constipation
- Pre and Post Prostatectomy Pelvic Floor Muscle Training and Advice
- Pre and Post Gynae Surgery Pelvic Floor Muscle Training and Advice
- Pelvic Pain
- Rectus Abdominis Diastasis (Tummy Muscle Separation, RAD, DRAM)
We like to allow 60mins for your initial appointment (in most cases, this may vary in some circumstances) to ensure that there is enough time to take a detailed and thorough history and to allow plenty of time for discussion, education, treatment, and questions.
Your initial appointment will involve some form of assessment, but this will depend on the condition you are seeking treatment for. Where appropriate this may consist of an internal vaginal exam, but this will be discussed in more detail at your appointment where you will have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss the reasons behind the assessment. Other assessment methods include real time ultrasound, biofeedback and musculoskeletal screening.
After your assessment, your Physiotherapist will be able to discuss with you the diagnosis, and the options for treatment. This may involve a variety of things including (but certainly not limited to) pelvic floor muscle training, bladder and bowel management and strength and exercise programs. You will always leave our rooms with a good understanding of your diagnosis and with a comprehensive plan in place to improve your symptoms.
What Do I Wear?
Whatever you feel comfortable in!
Do I need to bring anything?
Any relevant scans, letters or reports, as well as current medication lists. Sometimes we will also require a full bladder if we are planning on using the ultrasound machine for assessment, but the reception staff will let you know prior to your appointment
No other stage of life stresses the pelvic floor more than pregnancy and childbirth. Even caesarian births affect the pelvic floor as it still stretches and bears the weight of the pregnant uterus for nine months. Maintaining pelvic floor strength and function throughout your pregnancy and postnatally is essential.
Pelvic Girdle Pain
Pelvic Girdle Pain is very common during pregnancy due to the major changes that occur within your body both physically and hormonally. A combination of hands-on treatment, strength and conditioning and mobility work is used to treat these aches and pains throughout pregnancy.
Pregnancy Exercise Classes
Exercise in pregnancy has been shown to reduce complications such as gestational diabetes and pre eclampsia and is a great way to reduce and treat pelvic girdle pain. The classes are run from our Sippy Downs practice and offer a supportive environment to keep you strong and active right up until delivery.
Pregnancy Massage
Pregnancy is a blessing and is a thrilling, special time in your life that should be cherished. However, it can also be a physical and emotional rollercoaster, which is why it is so important for mums-to-be to take some time out to relax, be pampered and ease the aches, pains, and tension that come with pregnancy.
At Sports & Spinal we have a special pregnancy massage cushion, enabling Mums-to-be to be massaged while laying on their stomach. Our massage therapists use a specialised massage oil blend to massage your entire body focusing on the areas that most need work.
All initial massages are charged at 50% off – contact your local clinic to book in otday!
Postnatal Follow-Up
A Pelvic Floor check is an essential part of your post-natal recovery and is highly recommended prior to returning to exercise to prevent any long term complications. Our Physiotherapists work closely with our Exercise Physiologist to ensure new mums are building their pelvic floor strength as well as their general strength and fitness to support their lifestyles and health and fitness goals. We also offer specific post natal ‘Active Mums’ strengthening classes which achieve all of the above in a supportive class environment, where little ones are welcome!
The term ‘pelvic floor’ refers to the group of muscles that sit at the base of the pelvis. Their job is to provide support to the pelvic organs; bladder, vagina, uterus and rectum, as well as maintain continence.
The pelvic floor muscles can become weakened during pregnancy and childbirth, but they are can also be affected by constipation, a chronic cough and repetitive heavy lifting. Menopause can also influence how these muscles work.
Incontinence refers to the involuntary loss of urine. There are several different types of incontinence.
Stress Urinary Incontinence refers to the involuntary loss of urine with exercise, coughing, sneezing or movement such as rolling bed or standing from a chair.
Urge Urinary Incontinence refers to the involuntary loss of urine with the urge to go to the toilet. People often describe this as ‘not quite making it in time!’
Fecal Incontinence refers to the involuntary loss of stool; liquid or formed.
The term prolapse refers to any movement of the pelvic organs from their original position. Prolapse is commonly seen in women following childbirth but can happen at any stage during a woman’s life. Common symptoms include feelings of bulging or heaviness in the vagina or anus, difficulty emptying the bladder and/or bowel and difficulty keeping a tampon in.
If you are in need of Women's Health Physiotherapy services, contact us and see how we can help today!
Meet the team @ Hervey Bay
For more information or to Book Now click on the clinician’s profile below:
Lily Hayter
Women's Health/ General Physiotherapist
Lily Hayter
Women's Health/ General Physiotherapist
Lily grew up in Hervey Bay. After graduating with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the Australian Catholic University, Lily couldn’t wait to get started working in the community she grew up in. With a growing interest in Women’s Health, Lily plans to continue her postgraduate studies in antenatal and postnatal care.
Lily enjoys empowering others during treatment so that clients can reach their goals and return to full potential. Exercise and post-operative care is also becoming of an increasing interest. When Lily is not in the clinic she can be found taking her dogs for a walk along the beach and sipping on a coffee.
Lily is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
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Our clinic can be found at 9/13 Medical Place Urraween, Hervey Bay, QLD, 4655
Parking @ Hervey Bay
There is parking located out the front.
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From May 24 to 30 it is Exercise Right Week! Exercise Right Week aims at raising awareness of the benefits that exercise has for both your health and wellbeing. The campaign also looks to help Australian's better understand how to get the 'right' advice for their individual health needs.
So, with exercise being the theme of this week it seems fitting to talk all things Exercise Physiologists (EP's) and how they can help you.
EP's , Who and What are They?
Exercise Physiologists (EPs) are experts in delivering exercise and lifestyle modification programs that help to improve people’s health. For these guys, exercise is medicine!
EPs are university qualified allied health professionals. They are equipped with the knowledge, skills and competencies to design, deliver and evaluate safe and effective exercise interventions.
Such exercise interventions are developed for people with acute, subacute or chronic medical conditions, injuries or disabilities. Exercise Physiologists are commonly confused with personal trainers but there are key differences between them!
EPs are university qualified.
They are subject to strict accreditation requirements.
EPs know how to set goals and maintain motivation.
They can treat and work with all types of people.
Who Do EP's Treat?
EPs treat conditions such as:
- Cardiovascular & Metabolic
- Neurological & Musculoskeletal
- Oncology & Kidney
- Respiratory & Pulmonary
- Chronic pain & Women’s & men’s health
- Bone health & balance mental health
- Disabilities, and many more
EPs tend to use a more A “hands off” approach with more of a focus of long term rehabilitation/later stage of rehab. Prescribe safe, tailored, effective & clinically justified exercise interventions.
Sports and Spinal EP's are your go-to service providers when it comes to the prescription of exercise. If you want to take charge of your health and exercise routine call your nearest Sports and Spinal clinic to see how we can help. Or head on over to our website to learn more.
Physiotherapists VS. Exercise Physiologists
Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists (EP) can often be categorized as the same discipline or compared to as "one being better than the other."
But, though the two share similar qualities they are both two very different disciplines. Sports and Spinal Exercise Physiologist, Georgia White has helped to clear up the confusion and has outlined some of the key differences between physio's and EP's.
What Are We?
Firstly, let's define what a Physio and an EP are. Physio's are university qualified allied health professionals that assess, diagnose, plan and manage the care of patients across a broad range of areas and conditions.
Whereas, EPs are university qualified allied health professionals equipped with the knowledge, skills and competencies to design, deliver and evaluate safe and effective exercise interventions for people with acute, subacute or chronic medical conditions, injuries or disabilities.
Who Do We Treat?
Both Physio's and EPs treat a wide variety of patients with differing conditions and treatment needs.
Physio's treat conditions including:
- Cardio-respiratory & Neurological
- Musculoskeletal & Oncology
- Pulmonary & Chronic pain
- Women's & men's health
- Disabilities & Sporting injuries
EPs treat conditions such as:
- Cardiovascular & Metabolic
- Neurological & Musculoskeletal
- Oncology & Kidney
- Respiratory & Pulmonary
- Chronic pain & Women's & men's health
- Bone health & balance mental health
- Disabilities, and many more
What Stage of Rehab Do We Treat?
Physiotherapists treat using a combination of hands on and prescribed exercises for the more "acute" stage of rehab. Physio's also provide treatment for all stages of rehab, acute and long term, depending on the individual patient.
EPs tend to use a more A "hands off" approach with more of a focus of long term rehabilitation/later stage of rehab. Prescribe safe, tailored, effective & clinically justified exercise interventions.
Sometimes the scope of EPs and Physiotherapists do overlap! The main difference is physios are able to DIAGNOSE, ASSESS & TREAT.
Whereas EPs DESIGN, DELIVER & EVALUATE safe and effective exercise interventions.
Here at Sports & Spinal, EPs and Physiotherapists work together to provide the best care for our patients - this what we call multi-disciplinary care. To learn more on how an exercise physiologists, physiotherapist, or both could help you and your health goals use this link.
Written By, Georgia White
Georgia graduated with a Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology (Distinction) at Queensland University of Technology (QUT). Although Georgia is passionate in all fields of exercise physiology, she has a special interest in women’s health, oncology, neurological and pediatric rehabilitation.
Georgia finds it immensely rewarding and takes pride in providing treatment to her patients. She also enjoys watching them progress with treatment, achieving goals and unlocking certain aspects of their rehabilitation they never thought they could. Georgia believes “Exercise is Medicine” and sees the importance of this with her patients as they feel empowered from the benefits of exercise interventions.
Georgia is available for Exercise Physiology appointments at our Springfield and Woolloongabba locations.
What's Your Why? Advice From Our Expert Exercise Physiologist
What's your why? It seems like a simple question but when it comes to our exercise routines and diets it can be harder to answer than first thought. Our resident Exercise Physiologist, Sophie Lewis explains the importance of exercise and diet and how an exercise plan is one of the best ways to stay on track and achieve your goals!
The Importance of Exercise and Diet
Every year, over 2.3 million Australians aged 15 years and over “go on a diet” to help lose weight - most of these Australians are women. Unfortunately, women are also more likely than men to have higher rates of body dissatisfaction, poor body image, disordered eating, and weight-related depression and anxiety.
We have become a society obsessed with losing weight through extreme measures such as fad diets, and "magic pills". These measures can be why most weight loss efforts fail long-term. Regular physical activity is important for the prevention of chronic diseases like cancer and diabetes; and assists with the management of anxiety and depression.
It's All About Mindset
Your mindset towards exercise or physical activity is a great determinant of your success (or failure) with weight loss. If you see exercise as a chore, then it's likely you’ll make excuses to get out of it. Rather than feeling confined to traditional forms of exercise, get creative! Dancing, gardening, horse riding, or stand-up paddle-boarding all require physical exertion and can be a lot of fun.
Another way to improve your opinion towards exercise can be focusing on the short and long-term benefits; increased moods, confidence, energy, strength, as well as lowering your risk for chronic diseases, improving sleep quality, and setting a good example for your friends and family.
If you’re still finding it difficult to start a new exercise plan, here are Sophie's top 10 tips for some extra help!
1. Ask yourself why.
Why is losing weight important to you? Is it to have more energy to play with your kids, look amazing at a special event, or climb stairs without getting puffed? Finding you're why will enable you to stick to your plan when the going gets tough.
2. Set small incremental goals.
It's easy to get overwhelmed, so break down your goal into small achievements – remember the recommended weight loss is 0.5-1kg per week.
3. Track your progress.
It's not all about the scales - take body measurements, photos, and perform a fitness test.
4. Keep a diary
Many studies have shown that increased awareness from tracking food and exercise throughout the day resulted in greater and more sustainable weight loss
5. Recruit friends and family
Exercise can be tough, but when you do it with other people it has been shown to increase adherence. Our group classes are a great example of this.
6. Use incentives
Rewarding yourself for milestones can help with a long-term commitment. Book a massage, buy new exercise gear, or treat yourself to a weekend away.
7. Progress, not perfection
Focus on the small wins and positive changes you’ve made so far; did you cut out your soft drink habit? Did you take the stairs rather than the lift?
8. Plan for failure
Life happens, but you can be prepared. Put out your gym clothes the night before, pre-pack healthy lunches, and schedule in exercise time so you can prioritize it.
9. Action, action, action!
Any type of physical activity will help get you to your goal. Make sure you get up every 1-2 hours and walk around for 5 minutes, take the stairs, park further away, or set a goal of doing 100 squats off your chair.
10. Seek out the professionals for help
Speak to an Accredited Exercise Physiologist on how to kick start your exercise goals. Not only can they provide motivation but they are the experts of exercise and can tailor a plan specific to your body.
It's important to understand that everyone's exercise and diet needs are different and they generally change as our lifestyles change. If you need more help and guidance in this area, contact our amazing exercise physiologist to see how they can help you.
Written by Exercise Physiologist, Sophie Lewis
Sophie is passionate about all things Women's Health! This includes Pre- and Post-natal exercise, as well as specific exercise prescription for Osteoporosis, Menopause, and Pelvic Health. Sophie strives to be a positive role model and believes that exercise has the potential to improve all aspects of health including physical, mental, and social health. Sophie will help you achieve your goals with an individualized treatment plan and exercise prescription. She believes that exercise should be a fun and enjoyable part of everyday life so she will take time to educate you on the multiple benefits of a sustainable healthy lifestyle.
Sophie is available for Exercise Physiology appointments at our Maroochydore and Coolum locations.
Hervey Bay Dietitian
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Dietitian @ Bayside Physiotherapy/ Sports & Spinal
“Eat Well, Live Well”
Bayside Physiotherapy team have joined the Sports & Spinal family to continue to provide the Highest Quality Patient Care.
Our clinic is located at 9/13 Medical Place Urraween, in the heart of Hervey Bay’s medical precinct. Your local Hervey Bay clinic is conveniently located near Kawungan, Scarness, Pialba, Dundowran, Torquay, Urangan, Eli Waters, Point Vernon, Wondunna and Nikenbah.
The Dietitian team are dedicated to helping patients achieve their health goals and providing the best possible level of care. Sports & Spinal’s Dietitian team will get to the source of your symptoms and work with you to address your nutrition/health goal; they will use nutrition information and education to help you achieve your goals. Our Dietitian team have a passion for making a healthy lifestyle not only achievable but also sustainable. As Accredited Practicing Dietitians, our team are here to support you in every way.
Our Dietitian’s areas of expertise include:
Eating Disorders, Weight Loss/Gain, Bariatric Surgery, Type 1/2 Diabetes, Food Allergies/Intolerances, Digestive Issues, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Coeliac Disease, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Women’s Health, Pregnancy + Lactation, Fatty Liver Disease, Anemia, PCOS and Heart Disease.
Our clinic features on-site car parking as well as an onsite gym with Pilates equipment. We’re NDIS registered, and Medicare rebates and HICAPS health fund claims are available. EFTPOS and credit card facilities are also available for payment. Modern, clean and inviting, your local Hervey Bay practice is popular amongst residents looking for Dietetics as well as Physiotherapy, Clinical Pilates, Podiatry, Exercise Physiology, Hydrotherapy and Remedial Massage.
Our Accredited Practicing Dietitians (APDs) are fully qualified, university-trained food and nutrition experts.
Sports & Spinal’s Dietitian team will help you achieve your health-focused goal and assist with helping you achieve optimal nutrition.
The team will explain the science behind food and provide a detailed nutrition plan to assist you in your short or long term goals. Our goal is to work with you to set your own goals and develop practical strategies to implement in everyday life; we can help make fundamental changes to each lifestyle. Whatever your food and nutrition concerns are, we are here to offer you support.
Irritable bowel syndrome is a relatively common condition that affects approximately 20% of Australian. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) refers to a collection of symptoms including diarrhoea and/or constipation as well as accompanying symptoms such as bloating and abdominal pain. The cause of IBS is not known, but several factors appear to worsen symptoms. These can include some of the foods we eat, stress or an infection.
Our dietitians believe that many different food & lifestyle factors can trigger gut symptoms, our job is to work with you to help identify which strategies are right for you. Diet plays a significant role in managing IBS as we can modify the diet to identify any “trigger” foods which may make IBS symptoms worse. Our Dietitian will help you start eliminating foods, and you may be expected to follow the low FODMAP Dietitian as well as following lactose-free, wheat-free, gluten-free or dairy-free diets. The low FODMAP diet is used in the short term to establish which foods, if any, are triggers for your IBS symptoms. A strict elimination period of around 2-6 weeks is indicated for most IBS sufferers, at which point foods will be reintroduced to determine your triggers.
Our dietitians have a particular interest in the FODMAP diet and would love to help you to minimise your IBS symptoms to limit the impact they are having on your life! We also ensure that you are eating a healthy variety of foods and not missing out on any essential nutrients.
Losing weight is a confusing task in today’s world! There is so much information available on different food products, what we should & shouldn’t eat and what new diet is taking over as the latest craze. It is important not to put your body in harm’s way and to ensure you are only taking on advice which is evidence-based and accurate. Achieving a healthy weight is important to reduce your risk of many co-morbidities such as diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, heart disease etc. It is also important to make sure you do so in a healthy way by making small, sustainable changes to your diet and lifestyle. Our dietitians can help you to set achievable goals and work with you to determine strategies which are going to work for you!
Our Dietitians can help by:
- Ideas for meal and snack ideas
- Meal planning and food preparation tips
- How to identify nutritional labels on foods
- Identifying and reducing times when you eat for reasons other than hunger
- Decreasing the frequency that you eat past fullness
- Learning to better listen to your hunger and fullness cues
- Suggestions for balancing meals with foods that will nourish your body
- Normalising your eating so you can still enjoy foods you love!
- Finding movement and activities, you enjoy for fun and to improve your fitness
Our Dietitians are able to help with monitoring and managing diabetes. Diet is a major component which has a very big impact on your short- and long-term diabetes management. Knowing what type of diet and lifestyle can help in the prevention and management of diabetes is essential for those who are at risk of this condition.
Our team of dietitians are passionate about using the latest research to develop innovative, effective approaches that actually work. There is a lot of information available about your diet which makes it crucial to ensure you are getting reliable and accurate information to enhance your health!
Meet the Dietitian team @ Hervey Bay
For more information or to Book Now click on the clinician’s profile below:
Laura Irwin
Dietitian
Laura Irwin
Dietitian
Laura is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who is passionate about improving health, promoting recovery and preventing disease by simplifying nutrition messages to enable an individual to integrate strategies into their everyday life. Graduating from the University of the Sunshine Coast with a Bachelor of Dietetics, Laura has since gained a wide variety of clinical experience in a rural setting and is excited to build upon this in Hervey Bay. She loves that there is always more to learn in the field of nutrition and is continuously motivated by the conversations she gets to have with patients.
Outside of work, Laura enjoys swimming, hiking and making coffee to enjoy with friends.
Laura is available for appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Book Now YoutubeOur clinic can be found at 9/13 Medical Place Urraween, Hervey Bay, QLD, 4655
Parking @ Hervey Bay
There is parking located out the front.
Servicing Areas
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Hervey Bay Exercise Physiology
Exercise Physiology @ Sports & Spinal
Bayside Physiotherapy team have joined the Sports & Spinal family to continue to provide the Highest Quality Patient Care.
Our clinic is located at 9/13 Medical Place Urraween, in the heart of Hervey Bay’s medical precinct. Your local Hervey Bay clinic is conveniently located near Kawungan, Scarness, Pialba, Dundowran, Torquay, Urangan, Eli Waters, Point Vernon, Wondunna and Nikenbah.
Our clinic features on-site car parking as well as an onsite gym with Pilates equipment. We’re NDIS registered, and Medicare rebates and HICAPS health fund claims are available. EFTPOS and credit card facilities are also available for payment. Modern, clean and inviting, your local Hervey Bay practice is popular amongst residents looking for Exercise Physiology as well as Physiotherapy, Clinical Pilates, Dietetics, Podiatry, Hydrotherapy and Remedial Massage.
“Your greatest wealth is health”
Accredited Exercise Physiologists are allied health professionals providing exercise and lifestyle therapies to prevent and manage chronic disease, injury, and disability.
An Exercise Physiologist (EP) is a 4 year, University-trained Allied Health professional who is an exercise prescription expert. They will work with you to design a specific exercise program tailored to your injuries, health status and goals.
Our Exercise Physiologists at Sports & Spinal can help your condition by working with you to formulate an appropriate treatment plan to assist in reaching your specific goals. Exercise Physiologist’s use movement and exercise in conjunction with specific education and motivational guidance to treat and manage your conditions.
Sports & Spinal’s accredited Exercise Physiologist can assist with:
- Diabetes & Obesity
- General Health & Wellbeing
- Mental Health Issues
- Musculoskeletal Injuries
- Neurological Conditions
- Strength & Conditioning
- Women’s Health
- Aging
- Chronic Pain
- Fatigue
- Cardiovascular
- Pulmonary
- Paediatrics
- Cancer
Exercise facilitates changes within the body that increases its efficiency. This allows us to be able to manage conditions or diseases, that can cause our bodies to not function to the best ability.
You can expect our Exercise Physiologist to listen to your personal story and ask questions, so they can work with you to guide an appropriate treatment plan. Our Exercise Physiologist will complete a detailed, goal-focused, clinical, and functional assessment.
Treatment will vary and be specific to you but will likely involve modified movement and exercises to build your capacity and function through strength, fitness, balance, and more. Treatment will change and progress while working alongside your Exercise Physiologist. Our Exercise physiologists will provide education on health, conditions, injuries and what to do and what not to do may take place in different environments, including our onsite gym, your regular gym and pools, depending on your interests and goals. Our Exercise Physiologist believes in a multi-disciplinary approach and will work with other health professionals to help manage your condition.
Meet the Exercise Physiologist @ Hervey Bay
For more information or to Book Now click on the clinician’s profile below:
Nahomie Finn
Exercise Physiologist
Nahomie Finn
Exercise Physiologist
Nahomie has completed a bachelor of clinical exercise physiology at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Nahomie grew up at Roma and moved to the Sunshine Coast to complete her university degree. She gained experience at private practices with musculoskeletal, cancer, lung, metabolic and heart conditions.
She grew up active by playing high-level sports like Netball, NRL, touch football, TRL and track and field. In her spare time she like winding down watching movies and tv shows.
Nahomie is available for appointments at our Bayside/Hervey Bay Sports & Spinal clinic.
Book Now YoutubeOur clinic can be found at 9/13 Medical Place Urraween, Hervey Bay, QLD, 4655
Parking @ Hervey Bay
There is parking located out the front.
Servicing Areas
Latest Education
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Hervey Bay - Nikenbah
Bayside Physiotherapy / Sports & Spinal 4 minutes away from Nikenbah
Bayside Physiotherapy/ Sports & Spinal
Bayside Physiotherapy team have joined the Sports & Spinal family to continue to provide the Highest Quality Patient Care.
Our clinic is located at 9/13 Medical Place Urraween, in the heart of Hervey Bay’s medical precinct. Your local Hervey Bay clinic is conveniently located near Kawungan, Scarness, Pialba, Dundowran, Torquay, Urangan, Eli Waters, Point Vernon, Wondunna and Nikenbah.
Our clinic features on-site car parking as well as an onsite gym with Pilates equipment. We’re NDIS registered, and Medicare rebates and HICAPS health fund claims are available. EFTPOS and credit card facilities are also available for payment. Modern, clean and inviting, your local Hervey Bay practice is popular amongst residents looking for Physiotherapy, Clinical Pilates, Dietetics, Podiatry, Exercise Physiology, Hydrotherapy and Remedial Massage.
Meet the team @ Hervey Bay
For more information or to Book Now click on the clinician’s profile below:
Mark Cassidy
APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist
Jacob Walmsley
General Physiotherapy
Jennifer Aviles
General Physiotherapy
Lily Hayter
Women's Health/ General Physiotherapist
Haydon Choi
General Physiotherapy
Jamie Lineburg
General Physiotherapist
Mandy Lung
General Physiotherapy
Karis Moffatt
General Physiotherapist
Nahomie Finn
Exercise Physiologist
Alanah Hallet
Remedial Massage Therapist
Carolyn Owen
Remedial Massage Therapist
Laura Irwin
Dietitian
Mark Cassidy
APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist
Mark is a Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist. He is a member of Sports Medicine Australia and a member of the Australian College of Physiotherapists. He has extensive experience working with athletes at an elite and everyday level. He has worked as a physiotherapist at the Sydney Olympic Games and both the Melbourne and Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. He has a passion for rugby and in the past has been a physio for NSW Country, Queensland Country, Australian Women’s team and currently Australian Stockmen.
Mark has a passion for helping people with complex and difficult to diagnose conditions particularly of the shoulder and lower back. He gets to know his clients and works with them to get them back to having fun at the sports and activities they enjoy.
Mark is involved in the local Fraser Coast Community. He contributes to sports such as Surf Life Saving and Rugby as a volunteer. He is regularly involved with charities such as the Dunga Derby, Rally for a Cause and Fraser Coast Mates, helping to make the Fraser Coast a great place to live.
Mark is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic
Book Now YoutubeJacob Walmsley
General Physiotherapy
Jacob has degrees in both Exercise Science and Physiotherapy. An avid learner and a people person, Jacob, will leave no stone unturned in achieving the best results for his clients.
Jacob has an interest in pain management and vestibular rehabilitation. On top of his hands-on treatments, Jacob is excellent at designing rehab programs for clients to do at home, in the gym or in the pool, to ensure a full recovery.
Jennifer Aviles
General Physiotherapy
Jennifer graduated from the University of Manitoba in Canada with a Bachelor of Kinesiology. She migrated to Australia to complete her Masters of Physiotherapy Studies in 2017. Jenn is dedicated to optimising the quality of life in every patient and has a passion for neurological and pediatric patients.
During her time off, Jenn enjoys playing recreational AFL and netball, as well as going in being outdoors and travelling
Jennifer is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Book Now YoutubeLily Hayter
Women's Health/ General Physiotherapist
Lily grew up in Hervey Bay. After graduating with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the Australian Catholic University, Lily couldn’t wait to get started working in the community she grew up in. With a growing interest in Women’s Health, Lily plans to continue her postgraduate studies in antenatal and postnatal care.
Lily enjoys empowering others during treatment so that clients can reach their goals and return to full potential. Exercise and post-operative care is also becoming of an increasing interest. When Lily is not in the clinic she can be found taking her dogs for a walk along the beach and sipping on a coffee.
Lily is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Book Now Youtube
Haydon Choi
General Physiotherapy
Haydon graduated from the University of Queensland with a Master of Physiotherapy Studies. Having also completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science at the University of Queensland, physiotherapy was a natural career choice. Haydon has recently moved to Hervey Bay and brings with him a keen interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
As a therapist, he is passionate in his approach to promoting health and guiding rehabilitation. He believes in a holistic approach to treatment through exercise, education and hands-on therapies. Haydon is committed to continued personal and professional growth to aid in his ability to guide others to kick goals. Outside of work, Haydon can be found participating in a variety of sports and exploring Australia’s national parks.
Haydon is available for Physiotherapy appointments at Hervey Bay.
Book Now YoutubeJamie Lineburg
General Physiotherapist
After growing up in Hervey Bay Jamie spent a number of years living on the Sunshine Coast before pursuing a career in Physiotherapy. Jamie graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) from the Central Queensland University and was excited to move back to his home town to join the Sports and Spinal team. Jamie has an interest in Sports Physiotherapy and plans to complete postgraduate studies in this area.
Outside of work Jamie enjoys heading out in his boat fishing, spending time with family and friends, and taking his golden retriever for walks on the beach.
Jaime is available for appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Book Now YoutubeMandy Lung
General Physiotherapy
After completing a degree in Exercise Physiology followed by Physiotherapy in Sydney, Mandy decided it was time to explore more of Australia, particularly Queensland and its warmer waters.
Mandy’s experience in both physiotherapy and exercise physiology has allowed her to see a wide range of conditions in both the public and private sector. Mandy believes empowering clients through education and self-management strategies allows them to be in the driver seat of their own health so they can continue to do the things they love.
On days off, Mandy loves exploring the outdoors, hiking, heading to the beach and trying her hand in a variety of sports.
Book Now YoutubeKaris Moffatt
General Physiotherapist
Karis completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at James Cook University. Karis grew up in Cairns before moving to Townsville to complete her university degree. Karis is very excited to start her next journey on the Fraser Coast.
Throughout Karis’s clinical placements, she gained experience in hospitals, private practices and in schools with children.
Karis has developed a keen interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and orthopaedic rehabilitation from working as a sports trainer for AFL and netball teams. Karis also has a passion for all things sport as she grew up playing tennis, soccer and swimming.
In her spare time, Karis enjoys hanging out with friends, spending her days at the beach and finding new places to eat and drink. Karis is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Bayside/ Hervey Bay clinic.
Nahomie Finn
Exercise Physiologist
Nahomie has completed a bachelor of clinical exercise physiology at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Nahomie grew up at Roma and moved to the Sunshine Coast to complete her university degree. She gained experience at private practices with musculoskeletal, cancer, lung, metabolic and heart conditions.
She grew up active by playing high-level sports like Netball, NRL, touch football, TRL and track and field. In her spare time she like winding down watching movies and tv shows.
Nahomie is available for appointments at our Bayside/Hervey Bay Sports & Spinal clinic.
Book Now YoutubeAlanah Hallet
Remedial Massage Therapist
Carolyn Owen
Remedial Massage Therapist
Carolyn is one of our Remedial Massage Therapists. If you need remedial, sports or a relaxing massage, Carolyn is the person to see. She is experienced in all forms of massage and takes a holistic approach to health. She is a strong believer in the healing power of touch. A keen learner who keeps up to date, she is currently also learning to become a Yoga teacher.
Carolyn is available for Remedial Massage appointments at our Hervey Bay location
Book Now YoutubeLaura Irwin
Dietitian
Laura is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who is passionate about improving health, promoting recovery and preventing disease by simplifying nutrition messages to enable an individual to integrate strategies into their everyday life. Graduating from the University of the Sunshine Coast with a Bachelor of Dietetics, Laura has since gained a wide variety of clinical experience in a rural setting and is excited to build upon this in Hervey Bay. She loves that there is always more to learn in the field of nutrition and is continuously motivated by the conversations she gets to have with patients.
Outside of work, Laura enjoys swimming, hiking and making coffee to enjoy with friends.
Laura is available for appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Book Now YoutubeOur clinic can be found at 9/13 Medical Place Urraween, Hervey Bay, QLD, 4655
Parking @ Hervey Bay
There is parking located out the front.
Servicing Areas
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Hervey Bay - Wondunna
Bayside Physiotherapy / Sports & Spinal 10 minutes away from Wondunna
Bayside Physiotherapy/ Sports & Spinal
Bayside Physiotherapy team have joined the Sports & Spinal family to continue to provide the Highest Quality Patient Care.
Our clinic is located at 9/13 Medical Place Urraween, in the heart of Hervey Bay’s medical precinct. Your local Hervey Bay clinic is conveniently located near Kawungan, Scarness, Pialba, Dundowran, Torquay, Urangan, Eli Waters, Point Vernon, Wondunna and Nikenbah.
Our clinic features on-site car parking as well as an onsite gym with Pilates equipment. We’re NDIS registered, and Medicare rebates and HICAPS health fund claims are available. EFTPOS and credit card facilities are also available for payment. Modern, clean and inviting, your local Hervey Bay practice is popular amongst residents looking for Physiotherapy, Clinical Pilates, Dietetics, Podiatry, Exercise Physiology, Hydrotherapy and Remedial Massage.
Meet the team @ Hervey Bay
For more information or to Book Now click on the clinician’s profile below:
Mark Cassidy
APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist
Jacob Walmsley
General Physiotherapy
Jennifer Aviles
General Physiotherapy
Lily Hayter
Women's Health/ General Physiotherapist
Haydon Choi
General Physiotherapy
Jamie Lineburg
General Physiotherapist
Mandy Lung
General Physiotherapy
Karis Moffatt
General Physiotherapist
Nahomie Finn
Exercise Physiologist
Alanah Hallet
Remedial Massage Therapist
Carolyn Owen
Remedial Massage Therapist
Laura Irwin
Dietitian
Mark Cassidy
APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist
Mark is a Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist. He is a member of Sports Medicine Australia and a member of the Australian College of Physiotherapists. He has extensive experience working with athletes at an elite and everyday level. He has worked as a physiotherapist at the Sydney Olympic Games and both the Melbourne and Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. He has a passion for rugby and in the past has been a physio for NSW Country, Queensland Country, Australian Women’s team and currently Australian Stockmen.
Mark has a passion for helping people with complex and difficult to diagnose conditions particularly of the shoulder and lower back. He gets to know his clients and works with them to get them back to having fun at the sports and activities they enjoy.
Mark is involved in the local Fraser Coast Community. He contributes to sports such as Surf Life Saving and Rugby as a volunteer. He is regularly involved with charities such as the Dunga Derby, Rally for a Cause and Fraser Coast Mates, helping to make the Fraser Coast a great place to live.
Mark is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic
Book Now YoutubeJacob Walmsley
General Physiotherapy
Jacob has degrees in both Exercise Science and Physiotherapy. An avid learner and a people person, Jacob, will leave no stone unturned in achieving the best results for his clients.
Jacob has an interest in pain management and vestibular rehabilitation. On top of his hands-on treatments, Jacob is excellent at designing rehab programs for clients to do at home, in the gym or in the pool, to ensure a full recovery.
Jennifer Aviles
General Physiotherapy
Jennifer graduated from the University of Manitoba in Canada with a Bachelor of Kinesiology. She migrated to Australia to complete her Masters of Physiotherapy Studies in 2017. Jenn is dedicated to optimising the quality of life in every patient and has a passion for neurological and pediatric patients.
During her time off, Jenn enjoys playing recreational AFL and netball, as well as going in being outdoors and travelling
Jennifer is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Book Now YoutubeLily Hayter
Women's Health/ General Physiotherapist
Lily grew up in Hervey Bay. After graduating with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the Australian Catholic University, Lily couldn’t wait to get started working in the community she grew up in. With a growing interest in Women’s Health, Lily plans to continue her postgraduate studies in antenatal and postnatal care.
Lily enjoys empowering others during treatment so that clients can reach their goals and return to full potential. Exercise and post-operative care is also becoming of an increasing interest. When Lily is not in the clinic she can be found taking her dogs for a walk along the beach and sipping on a coffee.
Lily is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Book Now Youtube
Haydon Choi
General Physiotherapy
Haydon graduated from the University of Queensland with a Master of Physiotherapy Studies. Having also completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science at the University of Queensland, physiotherapy was a natural career choice. Haydon has recently moved to Hervey Bay and brings with him a keen interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
As a therapist, he is passionate in his approach to promoting health and guiding rehabilitation. He believes in a holistic approach to treatment through exercise, education and hands-on therapies. Haydon is committed to continued personal and professional growth to aid in his ability to guide others to kick goals. Outside of work, Haydon can be found participating in a variety of sports and exploring Australia’s national parks.
Haydon is available for Physiotherapy appointments at Hervey Bay.
Book Now YoutubeJamie Lineburg
General Physiotherapist
After growing up in Hervey Bay Jamie spent a number of years living on the Sunshine Coast before pursuing a career in Physiotherapy. Jamie graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) from the Central Queensland University and was excited to move back to his home town to join the Sports and Spinal team. Jamie has an interest in Sports Physiotherapy and plans to complete postgraduate studies in this area.
Outside of work Jamie enjoys heading out in his boat fishing, spending time with family and friends, and taking his golden retriever for walks on the beach.
Jaime is available for appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Book Now YoutubeMandy Lung
General Physiotherapy
After completing a degree in Exercise Physiology followed by Physiotherapy in Sydney, Mandy decided it was time to explore more of Australia, particularly Queensland and its warmer waters.
Mandy’s experience in both physiotherapy and exercise physiology has allowed her to see a wide range of conditions in both the public and private sector. Mandy believes empowering clients through education and self-management strategies allows them to be in the driver seat of their own health so they can continue to do the things they love.
On days off, Mandy loves exploring the outdoors, hiking, heading to the beach and trying her hand in a variety of sports.
Book Now YoutubeKaris Moffatt
General Physiotherapist
Karis completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at James Cook University. Karis grew up in Cairns before moving to Townsville to complete her university degree. Karis is very excited to start her next journey on the Fraser Coast.
Throughout Karis’s clinical placements, she gained experience in hospitals, private practices and in schools with children.
Karis has developed a keen interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and orthopaedic rehabilitation from working as a sports trainer for AFL and netball teams. Karis also has a passion for all things sport as she grew up playing tennis, soccer and swimming.
In her spare time, Karis enjoys hanging out with friends, spending her days at the beach and finding new places to eat and drink. Karis is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Bayside/ Hervey Bay clinic.
Nahomie Finn
Exercise Physiologist
Nahomie has completed a bachelor of clinical exercise physiology at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Nahomie grew up at Roma and moved to the Sunshine Coast to complete her university degree. She gained experience at private practices with musculoskeletal, cancer, lung, metabolic and heart conditions.
She grew up active by playing high-level sports like Netball, NRL, touch football, TRL and track and field. In her spare time she like winding down watching movies and tv shows.
Nahomie is available for appointments at our Bayside/Hervey Bay Sports & Spinal clinic.
Book Now YoutubeAlanah Hallet
Remedial Massage Therapist
Carolyn Owen
Remedial Massage Therapist
Carolyn is one of our Remedial Massage Therapists. If you need remedial, sports or a relaxing massage, Carolyn is the person to see. She is experienced in all forms of massage and takes a holistic approach to health. She is a strong believer in the healing power of touch. A keen learner who keeps up to date, she is currently also learning to become a Yoga teacher.
Carolyn is available for Remedial Massage appointments at our Hervey Bay location
Book Now YoutubeLaura Irwin
Dietitian
Laura is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who is passionate about improving health, promoting recovery and preventing disease by simplifying nutrition messages to enable an individual to integrate strategies into their everyday life. Graduating from the University of the Sunshine Coast with a Bachelor of Dietetics, Laura has since gained a wide variety of clinical experience in a rural setting and is excited to build upon this in Hervey Bay. She loves that there is always more to learn in the field of nutrition and is continuously motivated by the conversations she gets to have with patients.
Outside of work, Laura enjoys swimming, hiking and making coffee to enjoy with friends.
Laura is available for appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Book Now YoutubeOur clinic can be found at 9/13 Medical Place Urraween, Hervey Bay, QLD, 4655
Parking @ Hervey Bay
There is parking located out the front.
Servicing Areas
Latest Education
National Pain Week 2021
It is National Pain Week all this week (July 26- August 1). National Pain Week is an annual awareness event coordinated each year by Chronic Pain Australia. This year's theme is centered around…
National Diabetes Week 2021
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Hervey Bay - Point Vernon
Bayside Physiotherapy / Sports & Spinal 8 minutes away from Point Vernon
Bayside Physiotherapy/ Sports & Spinal
Bayside Physiotherapy team have joined the Sports & Spinal family to continue to provide the Highest Quality Patient Care.
Our clinic is located at 9/13 Medical Place Urraween, in the heart of Hervey Bay’s medical precinct. Your local Hervey Bay clinic is conveniently located near Kawungan, Scarness, Pialba, Dundowran, Torquay, Urangan, Eli Waters, Point Vernon, Wondunna and Nikenbah.
Our clinic features on-site car parking as well as an onsite gym with Pilates equipment. We’re NDIS registered, and Medicare rebates and HICAPS health fund claims are available. EFTPOS and credit card facilities are also available for payment. Modern, clean and inviting, your local Hervey Bay practice is popular amongst residents looking for Physiotherapy, Clinical Pilates, Dietetics, Podiatry, Exercise Physiology, Hydrotherapy and Remedial Massage.
Meet the team @ Hervey Bay
For more information or to Book Now click on the clinician’s profile below:
Mark Cassidy
APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist
Jacob Walmsley
General Physiotherapy
Jennifer Aviles
General Physiotherapy
Lily Hayter
Women's Health/ General Physiotherapist
Haydon Choi
General Physiotherapy
Jamie Lineburg
General Physiotherapist
Mandy Lung
General Physiotherapy
Karis Moffatt
General Physiotherapist
Nahomie Finn
Exercise Physiologist
Alanah Hallet
Remedial Massage Therapist
Carolyn Owen
Remedial Massage Therapist
Laura Irwin
Dietitian
Mark Cassidy
APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist
Mark is a Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist. He is a member of Sports Medicine Australia and a member of the Australian College of Physiotherapists. He has extensive experience working with athletes at an elite and everyday level. He has worked as a physiotherapist at the Sydney Olympic Games and both the Melbourne and Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. He has a passion for rugby and in the past has been a physio for NSW Country, Queensland Country, Australian Women’s team and currently Australian Stockmen.
Mark has a passion for helping people with complex and difficult to diagnose conditions particularly of the shoulder and lower back. He gets to know his clients and works with them to get them back to having fun at the sports and activities they enjoy.
Mark is involved in the local Fraser Coast Community. He contributes to sports such as Surf Life Saving and Rugby as a volunteer. He is regularly involved with charities such as the Dunga Derby, Rally for a Cause and Fraser Coast Mates, helping to make the Fraser Coast a great place to live.
Mark is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic
Book Now YoutubeJacob Walmsley
General Physiotherapy
Jacob has degrees in both Exercise Science and Physiotherapy. An avid learner and a people person, Jacob, will leave no stone unturned in achieving the best results for his clients.
Jacob has an interest in pain management and vestibular rehabilitation. On top of his hands-on treatments, Jacob is excellent at designing rehab programs for clients to do at home, in the gym or in the pool, to ensure a full recovery.
Jennifer Aviles
General Physiotherapy
Jennifer graduated from the University of Manitoba in Canada with a Bachelor of Kinesiology. She migrated to Australia to complete her Masters of Physiotherapy Studies in 2017. Jenn is dedicated to optimising the quality of life in every patient and has a passion for neurological and pediatric patients.
During her time off, Jenn enjoys playing recreational AFL and netball, as well as going in being outdoors and travelling
Jennifer is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Book Now YoutubeLily Hayter
Women's Health/ General Physiotherapist
Lily grew up in Hervey Bay. After graduating with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the Australian Catholic University, Lily couldn’t wait to get started working in the community she grew up in. With a growing interest in Women’s Health, Lily plans to continue her postgraduate studies in antenatal and postnatal care.
Lily enjoys empowering others during treatment so that clients can reach their goals and return to full potential. Exercise and post-operative care is also becoming of an increasing interest. When Lily is not in the clinic she can be found taking her dogs for a walk along the beach and sipping on a coffee.
Lily is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Book Now Youtube
Haydon Choi
General Physiotherapy
Haydon graduated from the University of Queensland with a Master of Physiotherapy Studies. Having also completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science at the University of Queensland, physiotherapy was a natural career choice. Haydon has recently moved to Hervey Bay and brings with him a keen interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
As a therapist, he is passionate in his approach to promoting health and guiding rehabilitation. He believes in a holistic approach to treatment through exercise, education and hands-on therapies. Haydon is committed to continued personal and professional growth to aid in his ability to guide others to kick goals. Outside of work, Haydon can be found participating in a variety of sports and exploring Australia’s national parks.
Haydon is available for Physiotherapy appointments at Hervey Bay.
Book Now YoutubeJamie Lineburg
General Physiotherapist
After growing up in Hervey Bay Jamie spent a number of years living on the Sunshine Coast before pursuing a career in Physiotherapy. Jamie graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) from the Central Queensland University and was excited to move back to his home town to join the Sports and Spinal team. Jamie has an interest in Sports Physiotherapy and plans to complete postgraduate studies in this area.
Outside of work Jamie enjoys heading out in his boat fishing, spending time with family and friends, and taking his golden retriever for walks on the beach.
Jaime is available for appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Book Now YoutubeMandy Lung
General Physiotherapy
After completing a degree in Exercise Physiology followed by Physiotherapy in Sydney, Mandy decided it was time to explore more of Australia, particularly Queensland and its warmer waters.
Mandy’s experience in both physiotherapy and exercise physiology has allowed her to see a wide range of conditions in both the public and private sector. Mandy believes empowering clients through education and self-management strategies allows them to be in the driver seat of their own health so they can continue to do the things they love.
On days off, Mandy loves exploring the outdoors, hiking, heading to the beach and trying her hand in a variety of sports.
Book Now YoutubeKaris Moffatt
General Physiotherapist
Karis completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at James Cook University. Karis grew up in Cairns before moving to Townsville to complete her university degree. Karis is very excited to start her next journey on the Fraser Coast.
Throughout Karis’s clinical placements, she gained experience in hospitals, private practices and in schools with children.
Karis has developed a keen interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and orthopaedic rehabilitation from working as a sports trainer for AFL and netball teams. Karis also has a passion for all things sport as she grew up playing tennis, soccer and swimming.
In her spare time, Karis enjoys hanging out with friends, spending her days at the beach and finding new places to eat and drink. Karis is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Bayside/ Hervey Bay clinic.
Nahomie Finn
Exercise Physiologist
Nahomie has completed a bachelor of clinical exercise physiology at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Nahomie grew up at Roma and moved to the Sunshine Coast to complete her university degree. She gained experience at private practices with musculoskeletal, cancer, lung, metabolic and heart conditions.
She grew up active by playing high-level sports like Netball, NRL, touch football, TRL and track and field. In her spare time she like winding down watching movies and tv shows.
Nahomie is available for appointments at our Bayside/Hervey Bay Sports & Spinal clinic.
Book Now YoutubeAlanah Hallet
Remedial Massage Therapist
Carolyn Owen
Remedial Massage Therapist
Carolyn is one of our Remedial Massage Therapists. If you need remedial, sports or a relaxing massage, Carolyn is the person to see. She is experienced in all forms of massage and takes a holistic approach to health. She is a strong believer in the healing power of touch. A keen learner who keeps up to date, she is currently also learning to become a Yoga teacher.
Carolyn is available for Remedial Massage appointments at our Hervey Bay location
Book Now YoutubeLaura Irwin
Dietitian
Laura is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who is passionate about improving health, promoting recovery and preventing disease by simplifying nutrition messages to enable an individual to integrate strategies into their everyday life. Graduating from the University of the Sunshine Coast with a Bachelor of Dietetics, Laura has since gained a wide variety of clinical experience in a rural setting and is excited to build upon this in Hervey Bay. She loves that there is always more to learn in the field of nutrition and is continuously motivated by the conversations she gets to have with patients.
Outside of work, Laura enjoys swimming, hiking and making coffee to enjoy with friends.
Laura is available for appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Book Now YoutubeOur clinic can be found at 9/13 Medical Place Urraween, Hervey Bay, QLD, 4655
Parking @ Hervey Bay
There is parking located out the front.
Servicing Areas
Latest Education
National Pain Week 2021
It is National Pain Week all this week (July 26- August 1). National Pain Week is an annual awareness event coordinated each year by Chronic Pain Australia. This year's theme is centered around…
National Diabetes Week 2021
Between July 11-17th it is National Diabetes Week. Throughout all of this week, awareness is raised about the impact diabetes has on Australians health and wellbeing. What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a…
Adolescent Overuse Injuries
With winter sports well underway and with summer sports ever-looming, it is important to keep an eye on our young ones. With the combination of school sport and club sport (usually playing different…
Hervey Bay - Eli Waters
Bayside Physiotherapy / Sports & Spinal 6 minutes away from Eli Waters
Bayside Physiotherapy/ Sports & Spinal
Bayside Physiotherapy team have joined the Sports & Spinal family to continue to provide the Highest Quality Patient Care.
Our clinic is located at 9/13 Medical Place Urraween, in the heart of Hervey Bay’s medical precinct. Your local Hervey Bay clinic is conveniently located near Kawungan, Scarness, Pialba, Dundowran, Torquay, Urangan, Eli Waters, Point Vernon, Wondunna and Nikenbah.
Our clinic features on-site car parking as well as an onsite gym with Pilates equipment. We’re NDIS registered, and Medicare rebates and HICAPS health fund claims are available. EFTPOS and credit card facilities are also available for payment. Modern, clean and inviting, your local Hervey Bay practice is popular amongst residents looking for Physiotherapy, Clinical Pilates, Dietetics, Podiatry, Exercise Physiology, Hydrotherapy and Remedial Massage.
Meet the team @ Hervey Bay
For more information or to Book Now click on the clinician’s profile below:
Mark Cassidy
APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist
Jacob Walmsley
General Physiotherapy
Jennifer Aviles
General Physiotherapy
Lily Hayter
Women's Health/ General Physiotherapist
Haydon Choi
General Physiotherapy
Jamie Lineburg
General Physiotherapist
Mandy Lung
General Physiotherapy
Karis Moffatt
General Physiotherapist
Nahomie Finn
Exercise Physiologist
Alanah Hallet
Remedial Massage Therapist
Carolyn Owen
Remedial Massage Therapist
Laura Irwin
Dietitian
Mark Cassidy
APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist
Mark is a Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist. He is a member of Sports Medicine Australia and a member of the Australian College of Physiotherapists. He has extensive experience working with athletes at an elite and everyday level. He has worked as a physiotherapist at the Sydney Olympic Games and both the Melbourne and Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. He has a passion for rugby and in the past has been a physio for NSW Country, Queensland Country, Australian Women’s team and currently Australian Stockmen.
Mark has a passion for helping people with complex and difficult to diagnose conditions particularly of the shoulder and lower back. He gets to know his clients and works with them to get them back to having fun at the sports and activities they enjoy.
Mark is involved in the local Fraser Coast Community. He contributes to sports such as Surf Life Saving and Rugby as a volunteer. He is regularly involved with charities such as the Dunga Derby, Rally for a Cause and Fraser Coast Mates, helping to make the Fraser Coast a great place to live.
Mark is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic
Book Now YoutubeJacob Walmsley
General Physiotherapy
Jacob has degrees in both Exercise Science and Physiotherapy. An avid learner and a people person, Jacob, will leave no stone unturned in achieving the best results for his clients.
Jacob has an interest in pain management and vestibular rehabilitation. On top of his hands-on treatments, Jacob is excellent at designing rehab programs for clients to do at home, in the gym or in the pool, to ensure a full recovery.
Jennifer Aviles
General Physiotherapy
Jennifer graduated from the University of Manitoba in Canada with a Bachelor of Kinesiology. She migrated to Australia to complete her Masters of Physiotherapy Studies in 2017. Jenn is dedicated to optimising the quality of life in every patient and has a passion for neurological and pediatric patients.
During her time off, Jenn enjoys playing recreational AFL and netball, as well as going in being outdoors and travelling
Jennifer is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Book Now YoutubeLily Hayter
Women's Health/ General Physiotherapist
Lily grew up in Hervey Bay. After graduating with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the Australian Catholic University, Lily couldn’t wait to get started working in the community she grew up in. With a growing interest in Women’s Health, Lily plans to continue her postgraduate studies in antenatal and postnatal care.
Lily enjoys empowering others during treatment so that clients can reach their goals and return to full potential. Exercise and post-operative care is also becoming of an increasing interest. When Lily is not in the clinic she can be found taking her dogs for a walk along the beach and sipping on a coffee.
Lily is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
Book Now Youtube
Haydon Choi
General Physiotherapy
Haydon graduated from the University of Queensland with a Master of Physiotherapy Studies. Having also completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science at the University of Queensland, physiotherapy was a natural career choice. Haydon has recently moved to Hervey Bay and brings with him a keen interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
As a therapist, he is passionate in his approach to promoting health and guiding rehabilitation. He believes in a holistic approach to treatment through exercise, education and hands-on therapies. Haydon is committed to continued personal and professional growth to aid in his ability to guide others to kick goals. Outside of work, Haydon can be found participating in a variety of sports and exploring Australia’s national parks.
Haydon is available for Physiotherapy appointments at Hervey Bay.
Book Now YoutubeJamie Lineburg
General Physiotherapist
After growing up in Hervey Bay Jamie spent a number of years living on the Sunshine Coast before pursuing a career in Physiotherapy. Jamie graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) from the Central Queensland University and was excited to move back to his home town to join the Sports and Spinal team. Jamie has an interest in Sports Physiotherapy and plans to complete postgraduate studies in this area.
Outside of work Jamie enjoys heading out in his boat fishing, spending time with family and friends, and taking his golden retriever for walks on the beach.
Jaime is available for appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
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General Physiotherapy
After completing a degree in Exercise Physiology followed by Physiotherapy in Sydney, Mandy decided it was time to explore more of Australia, particularly Queensland and its warmer waters.
Mandy’s experience in both physiotherapy and exercise physiology has allowed her to see a wide range of conditions in both the public and private sector. Mandy believes empowering clients through education and self-management strategies allows them to be in the driver seat of their own health so they can continue to do the things they love.
On days off, Mandy loves exploring the outdoors, hiking, heading to the beach and trying her hand in a variety of sports.
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General Physiotherapist
Karis completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at James Cook University. Karis grew up in Cairns before moving to Townsville to complete her university degree. Karis is very excited to start her next journey on the Fraser Coast.
Throughout Karis’s clinical placements, she gained experience in hospitals, private practices and in schools with children.
Karis has developed a keen interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and orthopaedic rehabilitation from working as a sports trainer for AFL and netball teams. Karis also has a passion for all things sport as she grew up playing tennis, soccer and swimming.
In her spare time, Karis enjoys hanging out with friends, spending her days at the beach and finding new places to eat and drink. Karis is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Bayside/ Hervey Bay clinic.
Nahomie Finn
Exercise Physiologist
Nahomie has completed a bachelor of clinical exercise physiology at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Nahomie grew up at Roma and moved to the Sunshine Coast to complete her university degree. She gained experience at private practices with musculoskeletal, cancer, lung, metabolic and heart conditions.
She grew up active by playing high-level sports like Netball, NRL, touch football, TRL and track and field. In her spare time she like winding down watching movies and tv shows.
Nahomie is available for appointments at our Bayside/Hervey Bay Sports & Spinal clinic.
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Remedial Massage Therapist
Carolyn Owen
Remedial Massage Therapist
Carolyn is one of our Remedial Massage Therapists. If you need remedial, sports or a relaxing massage, Carolyn is the person to see. She is experienced in all forms of massage and takes a holistic approach to health. She is a strong believer in the healing power of touch. A keen learner who keeps up to date, she is currently also learning to become a Yoga teacher.
Carolyn is available for Remedial Massage appointments at our Hervey Bay location
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Dietitian
Laura is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who is passionate about improving health, promoting recovery and preventing disease by simplifying nutrition messages to enable an individual to integrate strategies into their everyday life. Graduating from the University of the Sunshine Coast with a Bachelor of Dietetics, Laura has since gained a wide variety of clinical experience in a rural setting and is excited to build upon this in Hervey Bay. She loves that there is always more to learn in the field of nutrition and is continuously motivated by the conversations she gets to have with patients.
Outside of work, Laura enjoys swimming, hiking and making coffee to enjoy with friends.
Laura is available for appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.
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