Sports Physiotherapist
Contact
Phone: (03) 9763 9233 for Appointments
Email: info@rowvillephysio.com.au
What is a physiotherapist?
A physiotherapist is an expert in the assessment and treatment of pain and altered function (strength, flexibility, co-ordination, mobility).
Physiotherapists work in a variety of settings including private practice, hospitals, schools and in a consultancy basis.
In the area of sports injury management physiotherapists are entrusted with the worlds best athletes (Olympic Teams, AFL, Commonwalth Games Teams) due to our comprehesive training and treatment capabilities.
You do not require a Doctor's referral to see a physiotherapist.
The Rowville Physiotherapy Team
Rowville Physiotherapy
Rowville Physiotherapy was established by Stuart Canavan who is also the Clinical Director and Part Owner in Rowville Sports Medicine Centre (RSMC).
The aim was to expand the services available to the community with the same high clinical standards of Rowville Physiotherapy.
Rowville Physiotherapy was established in 2001 with the aim to provide high quality physiotherapy services to our community. We have rapidly grown to be the largest provider of physiotherapy services in the area and one of the largest in Victoria.
Our clinic offers a diverse range of services including physiotherapy care for sports injuries, spinal pain, headaches, women’s health issues, chronic and complex pain management, work injury management and performance enhancement advice for athletes.
We are extensively involved in the promotion of well being in our local community via elderly exercise classes, sponsorship of local sports teams, pre and post natal exercise classes and volunteer involvement at various sports events.
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Our services
Our purpose built facility offers a diverse range of effective treatment and management options for :
- Sports injuries
- Spinal pain
- Chronic and Complex Pain Management
- Post surgical Rehabilitation
- Womens Health issues
- Headaches
- Running and Triathlon Injuries
- Work Injury Management
Sport Specific Services
Rowville Physiotherapy in conjunction with Rowville Sports Medicine Centre (RSMC) is the areas leader in sports injury management. We work with athletes from Club to elite level.
In conjunction with RSMC we are trusted to provide sports injury management to
- Knox Triathlon Club
- Rowville Sports Academy - Elite Performance Program
- Rowville Junior Football Club
- Rowville Football Club
- Knox Little Athetic Venue
- St. Simons Junior Football Club
We also work with closely & support many local elite athletes including Olympic representatives & Australian Champions.
We are the chosen support team for the Upstream 50 Km Challenge.
Clinical Team
Stuart Canavan
Kathryn Oldman
Rachel Owen
Steve McAdam
Stacey Tucker
Lauren Brereton
Emma Wallace
Zoe Agar
All of our clinicians have personally participated and continue to be active in a variety of sports including running, triathlon, basketball, gymnastics, swimming, netball & more.
Stuart Canavan (B. Physio)
Physiotherapist/Clinic Director
Stuart is a 1994 graduate from La Trobe University and is the clinic director. He has spent his entire career in private practice and has developed a special interest and extensive experience in the management of chronic and complex pain syndromes. He is a former university instructor (Medical University of South Carolina, University of Kentucky), a Level 1 Triathlon Coach and remains very active as a triathlete. Stuart has extensive experience in the management of running related injuries, particularly persistent or re-occurring sources of leg pain. Stuart works closely with Rowville Sports Academy Soccer Team, and has close involvement with the Knox Triathlon Club as both a physiotherapist and an athlete.
Kathryn Oldman (Leggo) (B. Physio Postgrad Cert. Phty (Pelvic Floor))
Physiotherapist/Physio Manager
Kathryn graduated from La Trobe University as a physiotherapist in 2004 and has spent her entire career in private practice. She has extensive experience in the management of musculoskeletal problems. Kathryn has a keen interest in women’s health and has completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Physiotherapy (Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy). She has extensive training in the use of Real Time Ultrasound for assessing the function of the abdominal and pelvic floor muscles. Kathryn conducts a weekly exercise class for pregnant and post natal women, as well as a weekly pilates class.
Rachel Owen (B. Physio)
Rachel Owen graduated in 2004 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Otago in New Zealand. Rachel has worked in a variety of areas including sports physiotherapy, clinical pilates, gym based rehabilitation programmes, workplace injuries and chronic pain. Rachel has a special interest in pilates rehabilitation and chronic pain. Rachel also spent two seasons working as the physiotherapist for the Central Pulse Netball Franchise within the ANZ Netball championship. Rachel has a passion for the outdoors and travel and spends her free time mountain biking, walking in the hills and skiing.
Stacey Tucker (B. Physio. Hons.)
Physiotherapist
Stacey graduated from La Trobe University in 2009 with a bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours). Her honours research involved measuring pressures in clinical test positions of shoulder impingement. Stacey has a strong interest in musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy. In particular Stacey's interests lie in the management of acute and chronic spinal pain, shoulder dysfunction and clinical pilates. Stacey has worked with both soccer and AFL teams in the past and is keen to continue working with sporting clubs in the future. Her sporting background includes years of competetive netball, tennis and swimming.
Stephen McAdam (B. Physio)
Physiotherapist
Stephen recently graduated as a physiotherapist from La Trobe University. He has a keen interest in sports and spinal physiotherapy. Stephen has had experience working with AFL and hockey teams and is currently the physiotherapist for the Knox Little Athletics Centre. Stephen is qualified in dry needling and implements this into his treatment and management of patients to reduce and prevent myofascial pain. He enjoys basketball, football and running and is currently working with elite junior athletes at the Rowville Sports Academy.
Lauren Brereton (B. Physio)
Lauren graduated from La Trobe University in 2010 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. She has a keen interest in musculoskeletal, sports physiotherapy and pilates enjoying the challenges these can bring. Lauren has experience working with AFL and equestrian athletes as well as having an interest in dancers. Lauren is qualified in dry needling and pilates. She enjoys her work with community sports teams and her pilates classes. Outside of work Lauren enjoys being active, she loves the outdoors and is a keen horse rider and runner.
Emma Wallace (B.Physio)
Emma graduated from La Trobe University in 2010 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. Emma is extremely interested in sports and spinal physiotherapy, and has worked as Head Trainer at the South Croydon Football Club. She was involved at Eclipse Gymnastics, both as a gymnast and coach, and currently enjoys playing soccer for the Croydon Arrows Soccer Club.
Zoe Agar (B. Physio)
Zoe graduated from LaTrobe University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. Zoe has a keen interest in Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. She worked as a trainer at Old Trinity AFC for 6 years, and was head trainer for a further 2 years prior to completing her studies. She also worked with the women's Melbourne Victory W-League team in 2010. Her interests lie in treating lower limb injuries; however she enjoys treating a range of different conditions, with patients of all ages.