Physiotherapy, Massage, Pilates & Personal Training

Aspendale Gardens

Practice Profile

At Back In Motion Aspendale Gardens we strive to optimize your Physical Health. We aren't interested in quick fixes that don’t last - we strive for long term solutions by removing the underlying causes of your problem.

In order to get the best long-term outcomes possible, we follow a process. This process ensures that we set goals and strategies with you that are realistic, practical, and achieve what you really want. It ensures that we work towards things in life that matter to you.

You are not a back or ankle injury, you are a person in pain who needs to be able to work and pay the mortgage. Someone who wants to run and coach their son's footy team, wants to go dancing on the weekends, wants to garden for hours on end, or wants a self-treatment home program or fitness regime Someone who wants to be educated on what to do if their pain flares up, who wants to learn how to get a Result 4 Life™!

To get you back to work, back to sport and back to life, we have access to a range of services including:

Physiotherapy
Pilates
Massage
Personal Training
Whole Body Vibration Training (as used by AFL clubs for rehab, strength and conditioning)
Orthotic prescription (using the latest in lower leg and foot exam and Gait Assessment Technology)
Diagnostic Ultrasound for core muscle and continence retraining
Pre and Post-Natal Pilates Classes

If you have any questions or are unsure about what you need, simply call and book in for a FREE Assessment with one of our University qualified Physios on 9580 1985.

Staff

Nathan Rickard – Practice Director & Physiotherapist

Nathan started Back In Motion Aspendale Gardens in June 2007. His special interests include all things spinal, pelvic disorders, and postural strengthening.

When not at work, he enjoys spending time with his young family, and tries to fit surfing into his busy schedule whenever possible.
Matt Skehan – Practice Director & Physiotherapist

Matt joined the team at Aspendale Gardens in March of 2008 and became a Director in 2009. He has brought with him invaluable experience in sports injury management from both sides of the coin!

His special interests are - hip and shoulder injuries, lower limb biomechanics and Pilates for lower back pain and general well-being.

Matt is an accomplished Football player, who plays hard and always brings new injuries into the clinic.
Carol Bail - Practice Manager

I am back in my hometown of Melbourne, after living in ‘sunny’ Queensland for about 14years. Yes I do miss the sunshine!!

I have spent most of my working life in the office/admin area, but this is the first time in a physiotherapy environment. I am really enjoying getting to know our clients and thriving in our busy clinic since joining Back In Motion in 2009.

In my rare spare time I love spending it with my family and friends. I love music, dancing, movies, eating out and seeing the sights.
Krystal Evans – Clinical Associate (Physiotherapist)

Krystal grew up in New York and did her physio study at the University of Hartford in Connecticut, USA. She moved to Australia in 2008 with her husband. She has a special interest in clinical Pilates, pre/postnatal conditions and pre/postnatal classes.

In her free time she enjoys watching sports and playing soccer.
Brendan Mason – Clinical Associate (Physiotherapist)

Brendan was born and bred in Aspendale Gardens, and graduated from the University of Melbourne after topping every year of his degree.

Brendan has been involved competitively in representative football, cricket and martial arts, as well as netball, swimming and a range of other sports. He has enjoyed incorporating his knowledge of physiotherapy and sport into treating a range of sports injuries.

He thrives on the challenge of the assessment and management process to attain the greatest outcomes and performance for each and every patient.
Sonali Abeywickrema - Clinical Associate (Physiotherapist)

Sonali is our residential female Physiotherapist with the magic hands.

She aims for best results in treating and rehabing her clients problems. Specifically in fixing neck and back problems, elbow and knee pain and sports related injuries.

She is also involved in the area of Women’s health, running our Women’s health Pilates based classes, and feel free to bring your kids to our ‘Mums and Bubs’ classes- she’ll keep an eye on them whilst making sure you get a tailored workout to suit your core and pelvic floor needs.

Outside work she enjoys hip hop dancing and Bikram Yoga, and likes to watch the Cricket.
Ash Moran - Clinical Associate (Physiotherapist)

Ash joined the Aspendale Gardens team after graduating with honours from the University of Melbourne.

He has special interests in Cervicogenic headaches, shoulder and running injuries and utilises a variety of techniques including manual therapy, dry needling and Clinical Pilates to get patients back on track as soon as possible.

He maintains his fitness by following a Crossfit program and loves to get out for a surf before work
Daniel Beckman - Clinical Associate (Physiotherapist)

Daniel Beckman joined the Back in Motion team in 2012, and brings with him experience in both private practice and sports physiotherapy, having worked with VFL club Werribee Tigers and A-league Club Melbourne Heart.

He enjoys the challenge of assessing and treating injuries holistically, and strives to help the patient achieve whatever physical goals they aim for. Special interests include sporting injuries and spinal conditions.

Daniel is an enthusiast for living an active lifestyle, having played soccer at a Sate 2 level and completed his first marathon last year!
Lisa Pemberton - Receptionist

Lisa was born and bred in New Zealand, but don’t hold that against her! She has recently moved to Australia with her family and is enjoying the people of Aspendale Gardens.

Her passions include her children’s sports, the outdoors, and sewing.
Kathryn Parker - Receptionist

Kathryn joined Back In Motion in 2010. She is currently studying a Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Honours at Monash University and will finish in 2013. She is keen to explore the many areas of physiotherapy, especially neurology.

In her spare time, Kathryn enjoys yoga, dining out and seeing live music.
Rachel Lawrence - Receptionist

Rachel is a qualified Personal Trainer who is currently studying to further her career. She will be specialising in Exercise Prescription and Rehabilitation. Her vast customer service skills and friendly and caring nature are put to great use at work.

Outside work she enjoys running, tennis and football.