Aushealth Physiotherapy

Aushealth Physiotherapy in Brookvale, Sydney, NSW is categorized under Physiotherapists offering services such as Hydrotherapy, Sports Massage, Shoulder injury Physio.

Other services by Aushealth Physiotherapy are Soft Tissue Massage, Joint Pain Physio, Clinical Pilates, Whiplash Physio, Deep Tissue Massage, Physiotherapy, Remedial Massage, Pregnancy Physio.

Call Aushealth Physiotherapy to make an appointment with our friendly staff.

About Us

Aushealth Physiotherapy is a multi-clinic structured company based in Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Aushealth Physiotherapy’s clinic infrastructure, including a site within a large Medical Centre, a Hydrotherapy Pool, and a purpose built Physio Rehabilitation Gym allows Aushealth Physiotherapists to implement acute to end-stage rehabilitation following injury or surgery.

Aushealth Physiotherapy is fast becoming an icon on the Northern Beaches. Our initial research found a large gap in the deliverance of total rehabilitation following injury or surgery and we set out to create what has now grown to be a leading provider for Northern Sydney’s residents, GP’s, orthopaedic surgeons, obstetricians, as well as insurers and sporting associations.

Aushealth Physiotherapy prides itself on providing quality, outcomes-based rehabilitation after injury or surgery. The company continues to focus on expanding clinic locations, service offerings, and speciality patient care on the Northern Beaches of Sydney.

Our Team

Teira Jansen – Physiotherapist and Practice Principal
Teira is passionate about Physiotherapy and finding answers for you. Having attained her Undergraduate Physiotherapy degree from Sydney University in 2003, Teira, went on to specialise in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, completing her Masters at UWA in 2007.

Interest in sports injury management was the main driving force behind Teira embarking upon Physiotherapy, stemming from being very competitive in athletics, rowing and hockey, and later becoming an aerobi cs instructor.

Since graduating, Teira has continued to study and has extended her scope of practice to include the management of complex lower back, neck, rib cage, pelvic and lower limb dysfunctions and headaches. Her favourite patient – the complex one!! Is that you?

Teira’s strength is working with you as a whole and not leaving a stone unturned in the search for the answer to your pain – this is why she gets great results. Her years working on the Northern Beaches have ensured she has a wealth of knowledge in Physiotherapy and has the right connections to refer you to when things don’t add up. She will ensure you are looked after.

Outside of work, Teira is a busy mum with 3 beautiful children. She loves being outdoors, particularly sailing, swimming and going to the beach and can often be seen standing on the side of a sports field being one of those “soccer Mums!”

Zach McKay – Physiotherapist

Zach completed his Bachelor of Exercise Physiology at UNSW and a Masters of Physiotherapy at the University of Sydney. These two areas of study combine a medical and exercise approach that is invaluable to Physiotherapy and enables Zach to confidently treat across a whole spectrum of injuries from acute to chronic musculoskeletal injuries, post stroke or other neurological disorders including spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis or Parkinson’s disease.

Zach specialises in musculoskeletal injuries, including neck, back and pelvic pain, with a special interest in shoulder and rib cage/thoracic pain and dysfunction. He runs hydrotherapy classes for patients that have difficulty with land based exercise or following surgery and has developed a very successful and results driven strength and conditioning hydrotherapy program.

Zach is driven by a desire to excel in the constantly evolving profession that is Physiotherapy and to get his patients the best results. His regularly travels to attend courses and seminars and welcomes the debate and information sharing that occurs between professionals at these events. Similarly he invites his patients to ask questions so that they fully understand their injury and treatment and they can have the best recovery possible.

Outside of work Zach enjoys a little adrenaline and can be seen rock climbing, skiing, abseiling or canyoning. He also enjoys swimming and going to the gym.

Sarah Arkins – Physiotherapist
Sarah’s light bulb moment that put her on the path to being a Physiotherapist followed a personal injury that kept her from being active. It was at this time she experienced the difference that a Physio can make in ones life.

Driven by this desire to make a difference and a love of sport, Sarah first studied a Bachelor of Exercise Science at ACU to ensure she had a solid grounding in exercise rehabilitation. She then followed this up with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Physiotherapy at Sydney University, graduating in 2007

Since then Sarah has worked in private practice treating a multitude of musculoskeletal injuries of both upper and lower limbs, with her main focus on shoulders.

As the “go to” Physio for rehabilitation following surgery (and for preparation prior to surgery) for many surgeons on the Northern Beaches, Sarah loves incorporating her sporting and exercise based rehabilitation experience into her treatments. This ensures her patients return to a high level of fitness and achieve their goals. She integrates hands on manual therapy with gym based treatment and functional strengthening principles to get her patients back on track and help them stay there.

Also a teacher of Clinical Pilates, she ensures that each patient has correct body mechanics to keep themselves functioning at a high level and free from pain. With the emphasis on exercise rehabilitation, patients can be sure to be given an individualised program to meet their goals.
Sarah continues to make a difference in people’s lives by encouraging an active approach to injury and life in general. Her “can do” attitude is rewarded by the great results her patients achieve, with many of her patients referring friends and family to help them get on the right track.

Outside of work, Sarah spends most her time outdoors either running, outrigging, going on bike riding adventures with her little boy or doing yoga.

If you would like to make an appointment to see Sarah, please call us on 02 9905 0048 and we’ll look after you.

Jenni Davies – Physiotherapist
Jenni was awarded her:

• Graduate Diploma of Physiotherapy from Leeds Metropolitan University (UK) in 1992
• Certificate of Professional Studies (Sports Physiotherapy) at Manchester Metropolitan University (UK) in 1999
• Masters in Sports Physiotherapy from Curtin University (AUS) in 2001

She has worked extensively as a Physiotherapist Private Practitioner in the UK, USA and Australia, treating athletes of all ages and from all disciplines, from recreational up to elite, and has held the following specific roles:
• 1993: Squad Physiotherapist, England Cadet Ladies Volleyball
• 1998-2000: Squad Physiotherapist, England Cadet and Junior Men’s Volleyball
• 2001: Squad Physiotherapist, Trinity Aquinus (A Grade) Australian Rules Football Club
• 2002-2003: Company Physiotherapist, Birmingham Royal Ballet (touring arm of the London Royal Ballet)
• 2003-2005: Research Physiotherapist (part-time), Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (UK)
• 2010-2015: Owner, Whistler St Physio, Manly

Since 2005, Jenni immigrated to Australia, had her 2 children and has taken a break from the hectic pace and anti-social hours of “pitch-side” sports physiotherapy. She has continued to stay abreast of the latest research and techniques and has developed a deepening interest in the area of women’s health, specifically in relation to sports performance. She has undertaken significant training in the assessment and treatment of women’s health issues, most specifically those relating to the pelvic floor, continence retraining, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic girdle pain, abdominal separation and pregnancy related issues (both pre- and post-natal).

On a more personal level, historically, Jenni played National League Division 1 Indoor Volleyball and competed on the National Beach Volleyball Tour in England. Currently, she is a keen trail and soft sand runner and is coming out of retirement to play beach volleyball again. However, she can also be found doing any number of activities around the Northern Beaches – bike riding, kayaking, surfing, unicycling (attempting!) – to name a few – with her kids.

To organise an appointment with Jenni, please call 02 9905 0048 and we would be happy to help.

Megan Campbell – Physiotherapist
Megan graduated from UNSW with a Bachelor of Sports Science (Exercise Science) and then followed this up with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) from the University of Sydney in 2008.

Megan had her sights set on Physiotherapy from a young age and she derived great enjoyment from studying health and physical education at school. She is driven by her desire to fix problems and gets overwhelming satisfaction from seeing the changes that Physio can make to an individual’s life.

Megan has a special interest in the inter-relationship between Musculoskeletal and Neurological Physiotherapy, which probably stems from an early interest in Paediatrics, and she loves the challenge of a difficult or complex injury. She particularly enjoys treating problematic shoulders, backs and pelvic pain and complex ankle injuries, but is equipped to deal with any area!

Megan developed her acute sports injury experience working pitch side with various sporting groups including hockey, gymnastics, netball and AFL.

She has taken a break from this to focus on her private practice career and starting a family! Outside of work, Megan has been known to chase winter around the globe in pursuit of perfect snowboarding powder and also to treat her friends and family to her amazing culinary skills (she makes a mean sticky date pudding)

Megan will continue to follow her passion for her career in the next few years by embarking upon her Masters in Sports Physiotherapy – watch this space.

If you would like to make an appointment with Megan, please call 02 9905 0048 and we would be happy to help.

Kylie Smith – Physiotherapist

Kylie completed a Bachelor of Science with Honours from the University of Hertfordshire in England in 2003. From there Kylie worked extensively in a private and public setting hospital setting and within the community treating patients following orthopaedic and joint replacement surgery, particularly hips and knees.

Kylie also spent many years pitch side as a Physiotherapist for a prominent rugby league team in the UK, giving a wealth of experience in sporting injuries.

Following their dream of living on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, Kylie and her husband headed to Australia and settled. Here, Kylie continued her career in private practice, working closely with GP’s and orthopaedic surgeons to provide excellent rehabilitation experiences for her patients.

Coming from a very active and sporty background and having had a turn on the treatment table with her own knee injury, Kylie was always interested in pursuing a career in Physiotherapy. Her initial interest in Sports Physiotherapy, particularly knees, has since extended to include an ongoing special interest in headaches, neck and back pain, pre and post natal care and Clinical Pilates.

Driven by a desire to always be able to offer her patients the best in care, Kylie is a huge advocate of further education. Most recently, she has pursued a special interest in dry needling as a gentle and effective adjunct to normal Physiotherapy, particularly for the treatment of painful necks and headaches. She specialises in Clinical Pilates, Dry needling and exercise based Physiotherapy rehabilitation.

Out of work hours you may see Kylie down at the beach with her gorgeous 2 little girls or chasing them around the park.

Peter Zuman – Physiotherapist

Peter was drawn to Physiotherapy with a desire to help people get back to what they love doing using a scientific and evidence based approach. Using a combination of hands-on therapies and exercise therapy, he gets great results for his patients.

Peter completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree at the Australian Catholic University in North Sydney and since then has developed a loyal following of patients on Sydney’s North Shore. With experience treating spinal and other musculoskeletal injuries, including elite-level athletes in sports such as Tennis, Baseball, Softball, Rugby, Soccer, Gymnastics, Netball and many more. He has also rehabilitated many a knee, hip and shoulder  pre and post surgery.

Peter puts a strong emphasis on educating his patients to ensure they understand exactly what is going on and what they need to do to get the most out of their treatment and get the best result possible. If you want information on the latest research surrounding Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, you can be sure he’s read it! If you want answers, just ask.

Outside of work Peter enjoys spending time with his wife and little daughter. You might also see him staying in shape at the gym or tearing up the slopes on his snow board!!

Services

Physiotherapy

Injury or nagging pain? Our Physiotherapists will do a thorough assessment of your pain’s origin, provide relief as well as an understanding of what you need to do to ensure it doesn’t come back.  Click here for more information

Hydrotherapy

Is land-based exercise just too painful on your arthritic hips and knees? Or are you recovering from surgery that limits your ability to weight bear? Hydrotherapy could be the answer for you! Click here for more information

Massage

Relax in the hands of one of our experienced Clinical Massage Therapists. Click here for more information

Pregnancy and Post Pregnancy

Attention Mums! Pregnancy can be hard on your body and there is a huge amount of conflicting information out there about pregnancy management? Our Women’s Health Physio specialises in ante- and post natal management and Women’s Health issues including pain conditions, incontinence and other pelvic floor dysfunctions. Click here for more information

Clinical Pilates

At Aushealth Physiotherapy, we have integrated a ‘Clinical Pilates’ programme to help improve your body awareness, keep your joints healthy and move pain-free in good postural alignment.

Reviews

“Teira and the team are fantastic. Committed to help you focus on receiving effective results & back to health for the long term. Highly skilled and knowledgeable team of physio’s.”

“Teira Jansen you are amazing! After seeing multiple clinicians for years related to knee and feet issues Teira identified scar tissue from an old surgery driving hip malalignment and hence Lower limb difficulties. Amazing!!!”

“I have just seen Jenni today and I have to say that she was very helpful and knowledgeable. Really happy with my visit.”

“Zach is fantastic! Excellent level of knowledge, helped me with my ankle without use of moon boot. More recently helped me with low back pain from bad deadlifts and to stabilise my core muscles. Highly recommend Zach!”

“Come in with a sprained ankle and leave with support, knowledge and kindness. Thank you Zach for making it so much easier for me to get back to uni and work without pain and in a way that won’t be detrimental to my ankle. X”