The Physio Studio

Low back feeling stiff or cranky?

The bird-dog is one of our favourite exercises to rebuild control, stability, and confidence through your spine. It helps you learn how to move well again — without gripping, bracing, or aggravating symptoms.

In the clinic, we use this to assess coordination, target the right muscles, and progress you safely toward stronger, more dynamic work!

Congrats to our physio’s Kelsey and Steve for completing the recent Adelaide Half Marathon, with Kelsey snagging a PB! 🏅

Well done also to Sean who ran the Ballarat Half a couple weeks ago!

The Physio Studio will be closed tomorrow for Anzac Day.

We remember and acknowledge those who have served 🙏

Single-leg strength is one of the biggest foundations for healthy, efficient running! 🏃

A simple single-leg squat off a step challenges control, hip stability, ankle strength, and load tolerance — all the things runners rely on with every step.
If you’re dealing with knee, hip, or ankle niggles, or you’re looking to build more resilient running mechanics, targeted single-leg work can make a huge difference.
As physios, we use variations like this to assess strength, guide rehab, and build confidence in movement.

Stronger on one leg = stronger on the run! 🏃🌟

We’re pumped to welcome Michael to our physio team 🙌

A familiar face to many, he has a passion for helping people move better and feel stronger.

Coming from a footy background with the mighty Goody Saints, he knows what it takes to recover properly and get back to sport with confidence.

His approach?
👉 Hands-on treatment
👉 Smart rehab (gym + Pilates)
👉 Tailored plans that actually fit your life

If you’re dealing with a stubborn injury or want to level up your rehab — you’re in good hands.

Get to know Jo! 🌟
Jo has been with the team at TPS since 2024

Why did you become a physio?
I’ve always had a passion for helping people and understanding the human body. I loved the idea of doing something different everyday and being able to keep active while I work!

Favourite / least favourite exercise 🏋️
Fav: feet in straps on the reformer
Least fav: Bulgarian splits

What do you like to do outside of work?
I’m a keen runner and hiker. My favourite sports are basketball and netball. And I love to cook up a mean healthy snack.

Fav running shoe 🏃‍♂️
I’m a Hokas girl

Coffee order
Large flat white (iced in the summer)

Favourite food
Can’t go wrong with a sushi roll

What job would you have done if not physio?
Running hiking/fitness camps or a fire-fighter.

Best piece of advice you've received
Listen to your body – you don’t have to run marathons daily – protect yourself and your body

Neck stiffness and pain are incredibly common — especially with desk work, driving, and training load.

We are here to help and Physio-guided management can be highly effective.

Neck pain is often related to sustained postures, reduced mobility, and under-loaded neck and upper back muscles.

Early on, gentle neck mobility and targeted stretches can help reduce tension and restore movement. From there, we can progress you through strengthening, postural control, and activity-specific exercises to improve resilience and keep symptoms from returning.

If your neck feels tight, sore, or restricted longer than it should — we can help!

Force testing is a powerful tool we use to guide rehab and performance — and ForceDecks give us objective data to do it properly 📈
They help identify strength asymmetries, loading strategies, and deficits that aren’t always obvious with the eye alone.

Early on, ForceDecks allow us to establish a clear baseline and assess how well you’re producing and absorbing force. From there, we use repeat testing to guide exercise progressions, track improvements, and ensure you’re ready to return to running, sport, or work with confidence.

If you want your rehab and performance decisions backed by data — we’ve got you covered!

Get to know Sean! 🌟

Sean is one of the directors here at TPS, having started the clinic with Scott way back in 2010.

Why did you become a physio?
I was aiming for high level soccer in year 12 but suffered many injuries, meaning I visited the physio frequently - this inspired me to take up the career!

Favourite exercise 🏋️
Pushing out a Nordic 4x4 on a bike at the gym...... probably also my least favourite exercise!!

What do you like to do outside of work?
Keen golfer, heavily involved with a local soccer club where my sons play, love reading a good book, and often find myself absorbing politics and economics podcasts

Favourite running shoe 🏃‍♂️
New Balance Supercomp Trainer V3

Coffee order ☕️
It varies but I love a long black

Favourite restaurant
Chapati House 2 ...... their beef Madras is the best in the world!

What job would you have done if not physio?
I wanted to be an architect right up until I decided to be a Physio in year 12

Best piece of advice you've received
The importance of distinguishing between what you can and can’t control and not getting too tied up in the latter