High Performance Physiotherapy

What is an APA Sports Physiotherapist?

Melinda Klarenaar and Justin Wray are APA Sports Physiotherapists.

This protected title serves as the professional mark of specialisation and distinction for physiotherapists practicing in the field of Sports Physiotherapy.

APA Sports Physiotherapists have undertaken further studies in the management of sports injuries and are required to demonstrate clinical and academic competency.

Once granted the title, APA Sports Physiotherapists must participate in a professional development program to continue the use of their title ensuring they maintain a high level of up-to-date knowledge and clinical skills in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of sports injuries.

APA Sports Physiotherapists are highly trained and experienced in:

• Crisis in management, enabling them to take immediate care of injuries on the field – all have current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid certificates
• Providing education about injury management, prevention, and maximising sporting performance.
• Designing stretching programs for teams and individuals
• Providing pre-season musculoskeletal screening and injury prevention programs
• The provision and co-ordination of physiotherapy coverage at sporting events from club level to international competition

What is an APA Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist?

Justin Wray and Kirsten Wray are APA Musculoskeletal Physiotherapists.

This protected title serves as the professional mark of specialisation and distinction for physiotherapists practicing in the field of Sports Physiotherapy.

APA Musculoskeletal Physiotherapists are qualified health professionals who specialise in the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions, particularly neck and back pain. They employ the most advanced techniques and their results are sometimes instantaneous.

Apart from providing rapid and effective drug free pain relief, there are a number of important ways that musculoskeletal physiotherapy can help.

APA Musculoskeletal Physiotherapists use advanced clinical assessment and diagnosis methods, and have been trained in a broader range of treatment techniques than many other health professionals. As a result, they are in the best position to improve your mobility, co-ordination, strength and overall fitness level.

APA Musculoskeletal Physiotherapists are highly trained and experienced in:

• Treating any underlying problems
• Teaching you about posture, how to move well, lift correctly, avoid muscle strain and injury and even return to fitness after child birth, inactivity or illness
• Mobilisation, manipulation, stretching, massage and exercise prescription are some of the key methods employed by practitioners to help improve your mobility
• Precise, specific exercise advice which can help you correct faulty spinal movement and improve coordination, leading to smoother, pain free movement
• Customised exercise programs to improve power, endurance, work tolerance and overall fitness will help to increase your strength and prevent injuries recurring

Our Team

Justin Wray

Justin graduated from the University of Sydney in 1997. He completed his Sports Physiotherapy Masters in 2004 and Musculoskeletal (Manipulative) Physiotherapy Masters in 2005.

Melinda Klarenaar

Melinda graduated from the University of Sydney in 1991. She completed her Sports Physiotherapy Masters and  was the physiotherapist for Eastwood Rugby club from1993 – 2013.

Kirsten Wray

Kirsten graduated from the University of Sydney in 2001 and completed her Masters in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy in 2006.

Maria Olegario

Maria graduated from the University of the Philippines in 2002 and completed her Australian Accreditation in 2004.

Andrew Donovan

Andrew graduated from the University of Sydney in 2006 having completed a Masters of Physiotherapy, following a degree in Exercise and Sports Science.

High Performance Physiotherapy in Ryde, Sydney, NSW is listed under the best Specialising in Shoulder injury Physio, Hydrotherapy, Physiotherapy.

Some other services offered by High Performance Physiotherapy include Headache Physio, Musculoskeletal injury Physio, Sports injury Physio, Dry Needling, Neck Pain Physio, Sports Physio, Joint Pain Physio, Back Pain Physio.

Call High Performance Physiotherapy to make an appointment with our friendly staff.

Services

Sports Physiotherapy

We have APA Sports Physiotherapists in our clinic to get it right the first time.

Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

Our APA Musculoskeletal Physiotherapists have amazing hands that can detect subtle changes in any joint of your body.

Headaches and Migraines

The Watson Headache® approach is a series of examination and treatment techniques that can skillfully reproduce and relieve headache and migraine pain.

Shock Wave therapy

Shockwave Therapy involves the use of soundwaves to treat chronic, persistent or recurring painful conditions of the musculoskeletal system.

Bounce Back Rehabilitation Program

The Bounce Back Spinal Stability Program is designed from current evidence to help improve patients with back or neck pain. It is very specific because it teaches motor relearning and spinal stabilising muscle function.

Real-time Ultrasound and Biofeedback

Our clinic for many years has been utilising leading edge technology like real time ultrasound (RTUS) and biofeedback machines to help guide you in rehabilitation.

Hydrotherapy

High Performance Physiotherapy staff are very experienced in Aquatic Physiotherapy and work closely with your medical specialist in optimising your rehabilitation for a complete recovery.

Dance Physiotherapy

High Performance Dance Physiotherapy is a complete specialised service by a Sports Physiotherapist for dancers in all genres, whether it be ballet, hip hop, contemporary, ballroom, Physical Culture or Cheerleading.

Dry needling

The use of acupuncture needles to help settle pain and release muscle tightness can be a very effective alternative to just stretching and massage.

Reviews

“Not a place to take your money each week for many weeks with minor relief, but a place to repair those injuries, professionally and with humor. I have been to many physio money relievers prior to this place but none can match the outcomes in the manner that matches their approach to treatment. Justin, Mel, Kirsten and Andrew, thanks for keeping me going. The people who may read this don’t be misled, go to the best and see this crowd, there pocket is not the driving force your recovery is.

Also, I am not related just pain relieved.

Allan Teale greatful patient.”

“I have attended High Performance Physiotherapy since my car crash in 2013.. They are a fantastic team. Mel is wonderful always available even when she not on duty.
I am extremely happy with their professionalism all the time… Keep up the great work….”

“Treating my long term hamstring injury with utter professionalism & care, Mel is amazing. She assessed the problem perfectly & continues to improve the strain. But it’s her fabulous attitude on top of her skills that makes this place fantastic.”

“If you need a Physio in the Ryde area don’t go past this place. All physios are excellent. The atmosphere in the clinic is very relaxed so you will feel comfortable straight away.”

“Experienced & knowledgable staff always with a smile on their face.highly recommended”