Your Physiotherapist 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.
Experienced Physiotherapists Who Listen
The physiotherapists at East Gosford Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Centre have great experience treating a diverse range of medical problems. Their extensive awareness and understanding will ensure you get the right treatment every time.
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- Professional interest areas:
- Completed Physiotheray Degree at Syd Uni 1992
- With East Gosford Physio since 2002
- 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- Works full-time for WorkCover
- Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association.
- 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
Completed 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
Gary Wong - Physiotherapist
Completed Physiotherapy degree at Sydney University in 1992- Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association
- Has worked in Kariong private practice for many years and is a veryexperienced physio
- Professional interest areas:
- Sports Injury/muscle problems
- Neck and shoulder problems
- Joint replacement and surgical rehabilitation
- Accredited BOUNCE Back Instructor
- Lives locally with lovely wife
Individual assessment of posture to prevent injury or restore normal movement through specific corrective exercises.