Mission Statement
To enhance the overall physical health, fitness, and quality of life of adults and children by treating and educating them with high quality, comprehensive and individualised physiotherapy services.
- Fine Form Physiotherapy fills the gap for patients who demand the highest level of care and the most personalised attention available.
- Fine Form Physiotherapy continuously strives to return every patient to the pain-free level of comfort to which they are accustomed.
- Fine Form Physiotherapy has an extensive commitment to continuing education in order to provide our patients with the most current treatment techniques.
- Fine Form Physiotherapy strives to be a pillar of our community, and actively supports the area school districts, sporting teams and their fundraisers.
Meet Our Team
Ken Elias, Senior Physiotherapist, Director, BAppSc. (Physiotherapy) University of Sydney.
“It gives me great joy to create an outstanding experience and improve the quality of life of as many people as possible”
Ken is the fearless and inspirational leader of Fine Form Physiotherapy. He chooses to invest his time and energy into personal development and mentoring his growing team of exceptional physiotherapists and support staff. Ken’s Philosophy is in order to do his best he must first be his best.
Ken is a highly experienced and successful physiotherapist who is well known in the Ryde community for the high quality and thoroughness of his consultations. He has a Graduate Certificate in Sports Physiotherapy and is currently completing his Master of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy through La Trobe University. Ken has also taken up a Golf Screening course in Japan and is now accredited through the Titleist Performance Institute.
He is passionate about sports and facilitating optimal performance of all his patients. Ken grew up playing Rugby Union, Oztag and athletics so he is no stranger to the perils of sports and believes that it is his love of sport and his collection of personal injuries that have helped him to better empathise with his patients. He is currently focusing in developing his golf swing and improving his strength, power and flexibility in the gym.
Ken has delivered Physiotherapy services to a variety of sporting teams including APIA Leichardt Tigers (in the NSW Premier League), Spirit FC (Super League), Old Ignatians Rugby Club and Balmain Dockers AFL. He has worked closely with many elite athletes in conjunction with NSWIS and Athletics Australia.
Ken is father to two small children (who keep him busy outside of work) and is all too familiar with the typical aches and pains that come with enjoying a young family.
Ken has studied the following courses to perfect his extensive skillset:
• Titleist Performance Institute Certified Level 1 (Screening for Golfers)
• APA Sports Level 1 and Level 2
• APA Spinal Level 1 and Level 2
• Dry Needling Level 1 and Level 2
• Kinesio Taping Level 1 and Level 2
• Rehabilitation of Lower Limb Injuries
• Dynamic Stabilisation of the Hip and Pelvis
• Tendinopathies of the Hip and Pelvis
• The Sporting Spine
• Explain Pain
• Brian Mulligan: Treatment of the Upper Quadrant
• Muscle Energy Technique of the Pelvis and Lumbar Spine
• Group Exercise and Falls Prevention
• Introduction to Paediatrics Orthopaedics
• Senior First Aid.
Lissandra Larobina, Physiotherapist, Pilates Class Instructor, BAppSc. (Physiotherapy) University of Sydney.
Lissandra Larobina is a dynamic health and fitness enthusiast. It was her love of sport, rehabilitation and enthusiasm that drove her towards a career in Physiotherapy. What a rewarding decision that was!
She studied at the University of Sydney, completing her undergraduate degree in Physiotherapy with a distinction average. Lis was also school captain at Our Lady of Mercy College which propelled her into the world of leadership. She is a part of Fine Form’s prestigious Physiotherapist Leadership Program.
Her inspiration began at a young age after experiencing Physiotherapy treatment first hand within a sporting environment. As a result her passion involves improving and empowering the well being of all her patients. Lis has a passion for women’s health Physiotherapy, Sporting injuries and much more! She enjoys swimming and travelling having recently enjoyed a cruise across the Caribbean. Lis is also proficient in Italian should you need those services in treatment.
Lissandra has completed the following list of professional development courses to add to her skillset:
APA Sports Level 1
APA Sports Level 2
APA Spinal Level 1
Level 1 APPI Pilates
APA Physio Pilates; Prescribing better exercises for complex cases
Level 1 ASCA Strength & Conditioning Coach
Jess Larder, Physiotherapist, BPhysiotherapy, ACU
Jess is an enthusiastic and motivated individual whose career path in physiotherapy is due to her love of health, sports and fitness. Although having never visited a physiotherapist before attending university, Jess’s passion and interest in the anatomy and biomechanics of the human body drove her to where she is today.
Jess completed her undergraduate degree at the Australian Catholic University, having gained experience in the fields of musculoskeletal, sports, orthopedic/general rehabilitation and spinal cord injury physiotherapy. No matter what issue an individual may have, Jess strives to provide an individualized treatment program to assist people to get back to sport, leisure and work – injury and pain free!
From a young age, Jess has endeavored into several sports including soccer, tennis, touch football and cross-country running, thus being able to identify and assist with injuries relevant to these sports. Jess is passionate about running, the gym and skiing! She has recently spent a season in Whistler, Canada between both working and skiing before she begins her career here at Fine Form Physiotherapy!
Kajaanane (KJ) Arunasalam, BHlthSci, MPhysiotherapy, University of Sydney
KJ is a passionate and driven individual who strives to help you achieve your personal goals and attract a better quality of life. She has gained a variety of experience working with patients in rehabilitation center, aged care and hospital settings.
She’s committed to evidence based practice and is keen to further her studies in physiotherapy. Her areas of interest and expertise include:
pre/post operative rehabilitation
women’s health
antenatal, postnatal physiotherapy
dry needling
Outside of the clinic, KJ is an avid health and fitness enthusiast. She enjoys dancing, travel and being adventurous outdoors, whether it’s hiking in the mountains or kayaking across a lake.
KJ has completed the following professional courses:
Spinal Physiotherapy Level 1
Sports Physiotherapy Level 1
Shadia Jammal, Dietitian/Nutritionist, MNutrDiet, BAppSc (Nutr & Food)
Shadia is an accredited Nutritionist and Dietitian. Her passion for nutrition began at a young age with her interest for food and for the science of the kitchen. This led her to study Nutrition and become a Dietitian. She’s passionate about food and cooking it as well as sports nutrition and sustainability.
She loves mentoring people to achieve their nutrition and health goals and giving them skills to improve their diets.
Shadia is able to cater to different conditions and provide diets for:
Diabetes
Weight Loss
Muscle gain
High blood pressure
PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)
And much more!!
Diets and nutrition programs are essential for people who want to:
Lose/gain weight
Lower blood pressure/Bad Cholesterol
Improve mood and energy levels
Eat for allergies and intolerances
Maintain a healthy digestive system
Maintain a healthy lifestyle
Sports Dietetics
Manage the complications of a range of illnesses including diabetes and PCOD
Joanna Radke, Yoga Instructor, Yoga Teaching Diploma, Sarasvati Yoga Society
Joanna is a passionate, qualified Hatha Yoga Teacher with 15 years of yoga teaching experience focusing on wellness and yoga remedy. Her range of clients includes corporate, partners, prenatal, seniors, youth and anyone wanting to discover yoga benefits. Joanna studied traditional Hatha Yoga, Iyengar Yoga and Sivananda Yoga. She holds a Yoga Teacher’s Diploma from the Sarasvati Yoga Society, and a teacher membership in the Australian Yoga Masters Association.
Joanna’s classes are conducted in a nurturing and relaxing atmosphere, with attention to individual needs and abilities. The participants experience the effects of yoga through the practice of breathing techniques, postures, deep relaxation and guided meditation.
Sylvie Kassab, Clinical Pilates, ABT and Yoga Instructor, Cert IV Pilates, YogaFit Level 1&2
“Give your body thanks.”
Sylvie is a free-spirited, motivational fitness and dance Instructor. At Fine Form Physiotherapy Sylvie teaches classes in Clinical Pilates, Yoga, Meditation and ABT.
Being very passionate about helping others keep fit and healthy Sylvie always makes sure that everyone in her class is at the best version of themselves.
She has had a wide teaching experience of more than 20 years in a variety of fitness classes ranging from strengthening classes such as body pump to high energy cross training. Sylvie is also a qualified personal trainer and holds a diploma of remedial massage.
Her hobbies are metaphysical studies, she also practices meditation daily. She loves music and dancing.
Sylvie’s registered with Fitness Australia and holds the following professional diplomas:
Cert IV Fitness
Cert IV Pilates
Yogafit Lvl 1 & 2
Diploma Remedial Massage
Suzanne Elias, General Manager, MBA, BComEc Macquarie University.
Suzanne part-owns the business with Ken, her background is in Business, specifically Marketing. She helps with the day to day functioning of the practice, attends to staff and patient needs, manages the newsletter and organises all promotional activity. Having spent many years in the corporate world she has applied her skills to the health industry with great success.
Suzanne believes in the age old philosophy that the customer must always come first; tailoring her communications and strategies to ensure the practice better serves the community. Suzanne is always happy to hear feedback or suggestions from the patients as to how we can better serve you, please do approach her at the clinic to your discretion.
Suzanne has recently completed her MBA and also juggles parenting responsibilities for her two small children. She enjoys traveling and states that Nice, France is her favourite city of all time, she also enjoys cooking but professes she cannot bake. During summer Suzanne loves to spend her time on the beach with her family.
Yocelyn Perdomo, Office Manager/Receptionist
Yocelyn is the primary receptionist and admin manager at Fine Form Physiotherapy Top Ryde. You can find Yocelyn at the front desk most days during the week, she is available to help process your claims and service your account accordingly. Another friendly addition to our team, Yocelyn has been with us for over a year and has built a reputation for herself as being highly organised and super efficient.
Yocelyn has almost 20 years experience in administration and customer relations. She has worked for various industries where the focus has always been on customer and patient care. She has lived in the Ryde area for almost 15 years and is thrilled to be involved in a family practice that caters to her community.
Michelle Dimarco, Administrator/Receptionist
Michelle has a very colourful collection of career experiences, she was Director at Early childhood centres which involved a strong focus on administration and keeping abreast of regulations. She was also an early childhood educator for 25 years, an early childhood sleep specialist and an early childhood special needs educator. Michelle recently decided upon a career change, she attended a specialist medical terminology course and has debuted her skills at Fine Form. Her pleasant and friendly nature make her a very delightful addition to the Fine Form family.
Michelle is very family focused, having raised four children of her own, she enjoys travelling with her family, bush walking and reading.
Services
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Gaitscan Analysis and Orthotics
Pilates & Yoga Classes
Massage Therapy
Clinical Pilates
Sport Massage
Waterproof Casting and Fracture Management
Workers Compensation and RTW Conditioning
Posture Screening and Ergonomics
General Physiotherapy
Post-Op Physiotherapy Rehabilitation
Home Visits
InBody Scan
Fun Run Package
Exercise Physiology
Kinesio Taping and Sports Strapping
Dry Needling
Third Party Claims
Golf Swing Analysis
Running Analysis
Reviews
“This clinic is excellent, I always feel comfortable and I get the best care possible.”
“Physiotherapists in my area are really a hit and miss, this clinic is the best I’ve been to. I’ve seen all the physios that work and have worked here and they’re all great. I’m incredibly active and to maintain this I need good physios, that is why I love this place.”
“Knowledgeable staff and friendly service. Experts in neck, knee, headache and back pain, sports injuries. Understand your personal needs.”
