Great Physiotherapists that Get Results on the Central Coast
Since its establishment in 1993, East Gosford Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Centre has become known as one of the leading providers of effective physiotherapy services on the Central Coast. Their mission is to provide all patients with effective drug free pain relief, while enabling increased mobility and effective movement. The East Gosford Physiotherapy staff will caringly assist you from your first visit right through to your happy pain-free recovery.
The experienced team of physiotherapists are proud of their reputation for listening and understanding the specific needs of every patient. Their aim is to develop an individual treatment plan that will suit your needs to get you pain free as quickly as possible.
Treating the Cause for Rapid Results
The specialists at East Gosford Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Centre target the real cause of your pain and discomfort. They will carefully assess you to fully understand your treatment history and your needs in order to design the perfect individualised treatment. If required, they will refer to specialised services, including x-rays to ensure everything is considered for improving your condition as quickly as possible.
Operating on the Central Coast for over 15 years, East Gosford Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Centre have many relationships with local General Practitioners and Treating Specialists to give you a the best possible total health and recovery plan.
Contact East Gosford Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Centre to learn how they can improve your condition today.
Russell Tuckerman - Principal physiotherapist
Completed degree in Physiotherapy at Sydney University in 1987- Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association.
- Practising for over 20 years, last 15 years in East Gosford.
- Professional interest areas:
- Back, pelvis and hip problems
- Golf injuries
- Postural assessment and core muscle strengthening
- Married with 2 boys and lives locally.
Louise Smith - Physiotherapist
- Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association
- Studied at University of Otago - completed her degree in physiotherapy in 2003
- Professional interest areas:
- Neck and shoulder problems
- Muscle problems
- Core muscle strengthening
- Trained in Dry Needling techniques
- Accredited BOUNCE Back Instructor
- A local resident with a son
- A keen hockey player for a local team
Shane Bilham - Physiotherapist
- Completed Physiotherapy degree at Sydney University in 1991
- Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association.
- Studied at University of Otago - completed her degree in physiotherapy in 2003.
- Works part-time and after hours to provide consultation times that suit the busy working professional
- Consultant physiotherapist for Workdcover
- Family man, married three children
- Professional interest areas:
- Sports injuries
- Workcover issues
Liza Whitfeld - Physiotherapist
- Complered Physiotherapy degree at Sydney University 1988 Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association
- Works part-time with a fun and busy life away from physiotherapy
- A Terrigal Trotter (running group) and regularly seen on the Central Coast endurance sports circuit
- Professional interest areas:
- Sports injuries
- Running and cycling problems
Katrina King - Physiotherapist
- Graduated from Griffith University, QLD in Physiotherapy and Exercise Science in 2006
- Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association
- Most recent member to join the East Gosford Physiotherapy team
- Professional interest areas:
- Pilates and Spinal Strengthening programs
- Neck shoulder and upper limb problems
- Accredited BOUNCE Back Instructor
- Moved from the Gold Coast and loves living near the beach on the NSW Central Coast
A programme specifically designed for adolescent rugby forwards to perform regularly at training or home to improve strength and safety around their spine.