Kogarah Physiotherapy & Sports Clinic

Move Well, Feel Well, Stay Well

Kogarah Physiotherapy has changed the face of standard physiotherapy. We focus on improving the total well-being of our clients and uncover sometimes years of mismanaged complications to not only provide solutions to your symptoms, but the root cause.

We do not use machines in our treatments and all appointments are one-on-one to provide you with specialised optimal care. Our clinic sees various musculoskeletal, spinal and sports injuries, ranging from the acute sprain or strain, to the more chronic complex conditions that have tried physiotherapy and allied health services elsewhere.

The practice, established in 1987, was the first physiotherapy clinic in Kogarah, and we continue to pride ourselves as the premier physiotherapy provider amongst the St. George community.

We have expert, qualified Physiotherapists who consistently undergo additional training to bridge the gap between evidence based methods, emerging scientific research and clinical expertise. All our staff possess the collaborative approach required to make an accurate diagnosis following a thorough assessment that adopts the Thoracic Ring Approach and formerly known Integrated Systems Model by renowned researcher, educator and physiotherapist Dr Linda-Joy Lee.

We specialise in hands-on treatment and promote self-management strategies through an easy to follow home exercise program to provide you with the highest quality care, and give you the optimum, most up to date management available to restore, maintain and promote optimal physical function, quality of life and sports participation as it relates to you.

The White Church, 13 Kensington St, Kogarah NSW 2217

Ph: (02) 9587 9130

Staff Profile

John Daher – Principal Physiotherapist

John is a highly recognised clinician who leads the physiotherapy profession in the Kogarah community. Graduating from The University of Sydney, his clinical expertise, further research and ongoing commitment to study has allowed him to deliver treatment that enhances movement patterns and dysfunctions that cause you symptoms. John will help you explore and realise your potential to allow you on the right track to changing your life and returning you to the activities you love.

John has completed numerous other postgraduate courses including his level three APA Sports Physiotherapy qualification as he finalises his journey to be an APA Sports Physiotherapist.  He has been Practice Principal since 2007 and is a registered member with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and a member of both the Australian Physiotherapy Association and Sports Physiotherapy Australia thus ensuring he always adheres to professional and ethical principles.

John has been focusing his time on shoulder and scapula related problems such as impingement syndrome, instability and rotator cuff tears. His clinical expertise in this area, led him to consultant physiotherapist for orthopaedic shoulder surgeon and director of the Orthopaedic Research Institute at St. George Hospital, Professor George Murrell. John has extended his clinical experience to teaching other Physiotherapists, strength and conditioning coaches, CrossFit coaches and Doctors at large conferences about best practice in the area of shoulder assessment and management.

Interests:          

o Shoulder injuries
o Foot & Ankle injuries
o Training load monitoring in relation to injuries
o Tendon injuries

John has a close working relationship with elite athletes and Australian representatives. He has been providing physiotherapy for Athletics NSW since 2004. John has also provided football coverage for St George Soccer, Sydney Olympic FC and many other football teams. John also provides physiotherapy to CrossFit athletes.

During John’s spare time, you will find him out Cycling, at CrossFit or Karate.

Laurence Nguyen – Physiotherapist

Laurence graduated from The Univeristy of Sydney in 2010. Wanting to focus more on musculoskeletal and sports injury management, and with his platform established, Laurence joined our team in August 2013.

With a platform for success established, Laurence became the Practice Principal in March 2016 of our additional clinic, Penshurst St Physiotherapy & Sports Clinic.

With a passion for movement that has been cultivated in the strength and conditioning setting, Laurence always endeavours to assist people to improve and achieve their full potential in their quality of life.
Laurence’s exposure with specialists in the medical field has allowed him to develop individualised quality care, utilising cutting edge physiotherapy techniques whilst always adhering to professional and ethical principles.

Laurence supplements his skillset with the Thoracic Ring Approach and Integrated Systems Model after completing an in-depth series with interntionally recognised physiotherapist, Dr Linda-Joy Lee, to effectively assess the body in a holistic fashion. He has a special interest in treating ribs, shoulders and hips.

Laurence’s other interests includes Mixed Martial Arts, Gym strengthening, Combat Sports, Hiking and Motor Bike riding.

Laurence is currently consulting at our additional clinic at Penshurst St Physiotherapy & Sports Clinic. To make an appointment to see Laurence, please contact 9585 8000.

 
Eleanor (Ele) Currie – Physiotherapist

Ele completed her Physiotherapy Masters Degree after completing a Bachelor of Science, Sport and Exercise Science and Physiology degree.

Ele has worked amongst elite athletes. She has a keen interest in rehabilitation and injury prevention and will help identify and address the underlying causes for the injury. She uses a range of manual therapy, movement re-education and exercise rehabilitation techniques to treat your injury and prevent it from reoccuring. Eleanor has an interest in rehabilitation of the lumbopelvic region and lower limb, particularly following knee injuries.

Ele is also a physiotherapist for Gymnastics NSW.

To make an appointment to see Ele, please contact 9587 9130.

Alasdair Brown – Physiotherapist

Alasdair graduated from The University of Sydney in 2013 following a four year full time degree in Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy).

Alasdair has a special interest in the assessment and treatment of sports injuries as well as biomechanical analysis and correction. Alasdair has a strong passion for treating back and neck pain as well as implementing motor control and postural retraining programs.

Alasdair continues to enhance his skillset with continuuing professional developement, bringing with him fresh, up to date knowledge and evidence based physiotherapy with a keenness to implement his learning. His extensive knowledge in the medical field has allowed him to develop quality care utilising cutting edge physiotherapy techniques and leading research based treatment practices, whilst always adhering to professional and ethical principles.

Alasdair’s other interests include Hockey, Running, Cricket and AFL.

Tusanee (Tus) Jierasak – 

Physiotherapist

Tusanee completed her Physiotherapy Masters Degree after a career working in film and advertising. She made the change after discovering a love for the body and movement.

Tusanee has worked in hospital settings and has a wide variety of experience in different clinical settings, including rural physiotherapy.

Tusanee has a strong passion for treating back pain as well as chronic pain and implementing specific and functional motor control and core stability retraining programs.

Tusanee also teaches Hatha yoga and in her spare time does pottery and studies Ayurveda.

Kogarah Physiotherapy & Sports Clinic in Kogarah, Sydney, NSW is listed under the best offering services such as Dry Needling, Remedial Massage, Deep Tissue Massage.

Other services by Kogarah Physiotherapy & Sports Clinic include Clinical Pilates, Physiotherapy, Soft Tissue Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Pilates Classes.

Contact Kogarah Physiotherapy & Sports Clinic to contact us for further information.

Services

Physiotherapy
Pilates
Massage Therapy

Reviews

“I started going to Kogarah Physio last year after getting some terrible neck pain from a combination of bad sitting posture at work, and a heavy dragon boat training schedule. Alasdair and Ele have done an amazing job at relieving my neck pain!

Alasdair gave me a comprehensive assessment and really took the time to understand what was causing my pain. He gave me exercises to help strengthen the affected muscles and to prevent further injury. He paid great attention to detail as he explained how the exercises would help my everyday posture and muscle functioning.

Ele helped to reinforce these exercises and also gave me everyday strategies to help improve my posture. She’s really helped me understand how my muscles work – I’m always aware of how they feel when I’m paddling and when I’m sitting at work.

Both Alasdair and Ele have given me an impeccable standard of care – they are professional, meticulous and always leave me walking away feeling much better than when I walked in! They have both helped me overcome what has been a limiting and frustrating neck pain. I’m well on my way to getting better because of them!

Thank you Alasdair and Ele!”

“Great service. Got us in really quickly and were really wonderful with my daughter and putting her cast on her arm. Thanks for your help we really appreciate it.”

“Great for ACL pre and post operation. Works with the surgeons!
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“Fixed my back a few years ago, did it again now and got me active again”

“Great staff, friendly and professional. Good facility. Very clean. Will go back if I need to.”

“These guys are awesome.
I always find it hard to find a good physio that will massage hard – the guys here will work for every cent you are paying!! Well worth the visit”