Russell our Practice Director is a Senior Physiotherapist with extensive experience in the fields of Exercise Physiology and Physiotherapy. With a Bachelor of Human Movement Studies (Ed) (Honours) and a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) from The University of Queensland, Russell brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his work.

Russell has worked in the areas of sports physiotherapy, chronic pain rehabilitation and general private practice. In addition, he has been involved in the establishment of back care programs for both the public and private sectors. Russell’s special interest in the management of neck and back conditions was honed when he worked for many years for The Canadian Back Institute in Vancouver. His time in Canada grew to include clinic management and the mentorship of clinical staff.

Russell is a compassionate, committed and highly experienced practitioner. He believes strongly in educating and empowering his patients in self-management. Russell works at our Maleny and Mapleton practices when he’s not out trying to master the art of rowing.

Special interest and extensive experience in:

• Back and Neck Pain
• Knee and Shoulder
• Conditions
• Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
• Chronic Pain
• Manual therapy
• Dry Needling
• Sports Physiotherapy
• Exercise Prescription