Como

Nick Wigger

Director and Physiotherapist

Nick holds a Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) from Curtin University. He holds a Level 2 DMA Pilates qualification, a Level 3 Gemt trigger point dry needling qualification and a Level 2 physiotherapy instrument mobilisation (PIM) qualification. Nick has a great deal of experience in treating chronic pain. He has a special interest in the use of radial shockwave therapy (RWST) and is a keen sportsman.

As the director, Nick has a $20 director surcharge

Ben Day

Director and Physiotherapist

Ben joined the Back in Motion Como team in January 2019. He has practiced as a physiotherapist for over 15 years in various locations around Australia and Europe. After completing a Bachelor of Science (Human Movement and Psychology) at the UWA in 2000, Ben entered the physio profession after complete a Master of Physiotherapy at Curtin University in 2003.

During his career, Ben has worked in private practice with athletes from a number of top level sporting clubs including the Adelaide Crows, Queensland Reds, and the Northern Irish Institute of Sport. Ben has also worked in some of the top public and private hospitals throughout Australia. While Ben enjoys the generalist role of a physiotherapist, he has developed a special interest in upper limb injuries of shoulder elbow and hand.

During his spare time Ben enjoys Keeping fit, and spending time with his growing family.

Jackson Fong

Physiotherapist, Pilates Instructor

Jackson graduated with a Bachelors of Physiotherapy degree in 2018 from the University of Notre Dame Australia. Although new to the profession, he has had experience in both private and public physiotherapy environments where he developed an interest in lower back pain. Jackson is passionate about reducing pain to make way for functional and normal movement through control and strengthening of muscles.

In his spare time Jackson enjoys swimming, playing guitar and playing AFL for the Collegians Football Club.

Rebecca Trainor

Physiotherapist

Rebecca joined the Back In Motion Como team late 2015 after graduating from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. Bec has also completed additional training in Women's Health physiotherapy and conducts vaginal examinations along with the use of a Peritron. Bec has a keen interest in Clinical Exercise, low back pain and headache management. She is passionate about helping people to achieve their goals, through hands on treatment and functional rehabilitation. Bec runs our hydrotherapy classes every Friday.

In her spare time Rebecca enjoys swimming, cooking, travelling and practicing Clinical Exercise.

Abbey Field

Physiotherapist, Pilates Instructor

Abbey holds a Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) from Curtin University.

She has a keen interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, exercise rehabilitation and Pilates. Abbey is passionate about helping her patients achieve their goals and return to full function, through a combination of exercise, functional rehabilitation, hands-on treatment and education.

She has been involved in the netball community for most of her life, and you can still find her running around a few local competitions in Perth.
While she enjoys keeping fit, Abbey usually spends her weekends outdoors, exploring new wineries and restaurants, visiting her family down south or relaxing on the beach.

Luen Christian-Burch

Physiotherapist, Pilates Instructor

Luen graduated form Curtin university with a Bachelors of Science (Physiotherapy) degree and has since focused on musculoskeletal physiotherapy in private practice.

Luen has a particular interest in the management of low back pain and rehabilitation of injuries of the ankle, knee and shoulder. He is passionate about connecting with patients and working together to achieve their goals through manual therapy, exercise rehabilitation and patient specific functional training. Luen has experience working in the sporting community having previously worked with both cricket and Australian rules football clubs for injury management and prevention.

When not at work Luen enjoys spending time with his family, as well as running, cycling, hiking and getting away to travel whenever he can.

Alena 'Ala' Helikarova

Physiotherapist, Pilates Instructor

Alena can help with any neck or lower back pain, joint instability, recovery from sport injuries, pelvic floor issues, hormonal imbalances and muscle fatigue. She has experience with developmental disorders of pre-school children, scoliosis and multiple sclerosis.

In her spare time Alena enjoys swimming, water sports, rollerblading, yoga & working-out in the gym. She also likes to travel and explore new places.

Isabella Calvert

Physiotherapist, Pilates Instructor

Bella graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Notre Dame.  

She has a keen interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and exercise rehabilitation. Particularly, lower back and lower limb injuries. She is keen to help clients reach their goals through hands on treatment and patient centred functional training.  

Outside of work, she is a competitive dressage rider and soon to be qualified equine sports massage therapist. On the weekends, you will find her on the farm and spending time with family and friends.

Renee Fish

Physiotherapist, Pilates Instructor

Renee graduated from Curtin University in 2012 and has since completed her Post Grad in Exercise Science in 2015. Renee has primarily worked in Private Practice since graduating but has also spent time working in a private hospital treating patients post-operatively and post-natally. This experience in treating women post-natally has given Renee a special interest in Women’s and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy.

Renee has worked with various sporting clubs including Perth Demons WAFL, Kingsley Amateur Football Club, Sterling Senators WABL and SBL and is currently a Sports trainer with the West Coast Eagles Women’s Academy. Renee has interest in sporting injuries and exercise rehabilitation but having suffered back pain herself she also enjoys treating back and neck pain and helping her patients achieve their optimal health and function.

Outside of work you will find Renee in the gym or pool, down south visiting her family or spending time outdoors with her Fiancé and their two Staffordshire bull terriers.

Simone Boehm

Physiotherapist, Pilates Instructor

Simone is on Maternity Leave from 3rd September 2021. She will be returning to BIM como in 2022!

Simone completed her Physiotherapy studies at Curtin University in 2010 and has worked extensively in private practice, managing both acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions.  She has practised as a Physiotherapist in both Australia and the United Kingdom and has also worked in the field of Vocational Rehabilitation providing her with diverse skill set for optimizing the rehabilitation of her private patients and injured workers.

Simone’s passion in Physiotherapy lies in helping her patients to navigate their way to a pain-free, healthier life through hands-on treatment, education and functional rehabilitation. She is particularly interested in spinal and hip pain in adults and has undertaken further training in Clinical Exercise and dry needling.

Outside of work Simone enjoys travelling and spending time with her chocolate labradoodle and family.

Geraldine Poon

Physiotherapist / Pilates Instructor / Scoliosis Management

Geraldine in currently on Maternity Leave. She will be returning to BIM Como in 2022!

Geraldine graduated from Curtin University in 2009 and has since worked in private practice musculoskeletal physiotherapy and exercise rehabilitation. Geraldine is interested in treating scoliosis, spinal pain, hypermobility, postural problems and sports injuries treatment and rehabilitation. She enjoys working closely with clients to reach their goals through movement and exercise therapy while developing their understanding of their problem.

Geraldine received her certification in the Schroth Method for scoliosis correction in 2015 after the training course at the Asklepios Katarina Schroth Clinic in Germany. Geraldine completed a Diploma in Professional Clinical Exercise Instruction in 2012 through Polestar Clinical Exercise Australia and enjoys teaching Clinical Exercise. She has also completed courses for dry needling, whole body vibration, neurokinetic therapy (NKT) and CoreAlign.

In her spare time Geraldine is learning how to play various musical instruments with friends, cooking, reading and keeping fit with gym classes and social badminton.

Isabella Riccio

Remedial Massage Therapist

Isabella is a remedial massage therapist with experience in relaxation, deep tissue, sports massage, myofascial release techniques and manual lymphatic drainage. She graduated from South Metropolitan TAFE with a diploma of Remedial Massage. She is passionate about working holistically with each client’s body and lifestyle to reach wellness goals. Isabella prioritises client’s needs and wellbeing by tailoring every massage to the individual and educating them in stretches and every day body mechanics to take the pain relief further than the massage session.

Isabella has previously worked in spa environments and is now taking her practice on a more clinical path to further her experience.

Outside of work you will find Isabella maintaining her own well-being in the gym, hiking, journaling or by spending time with friends and family.

Evangeline Lawrie

Exercise Physiologist / Pilates Instructor

Evangeline is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with experience in strength and conditioning, chronic disease management and using exercise as injury prevention. She graduated the University of Canberra with a degree in Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation. She is passionate about exercise and firmly believes in a personalised approach to her work. This means considering each clients lifestyle, previous injury and biomechanics. Through her career she has developed a passion for empowering clients to be the drivers of their own health and wellbeing. As an Exercise Physiologist she prioritises educating her clients and ensuring they have the tools to reach their goals. With a passion for health and exercise, it was natural to travel into the Pilates realm, completing her STOTT PILATES Certification and developing a deep appreciation for reformer Pilates. 

With Evangeline’s background in rehabilitation, client education and strength and conditioning she can modify classes for all levels and adjust exercises to suit each clients’ needs. She has just completed further studies, achieving a Post-Graduate Diploma in Health & Medical Science at the University of Notre Dame.

When Evangeline is not at work, she volunteers for a Perth-based animal rescue, attends the gym, enjoys live music or spends time in nature. 

Kylie

Practice Manager

Kylie started at BIM Como in October 2018. She has a long history in health care as an RN working in emergency departments in Perth’s major hospitals. She comes to Back In Motion with extensive knowledge of how to help people navigate complex health care systems. 

In her spare time she loves spending time with her 2 puppies and volunteers for Shutter Paws, an organisation who takes professional profile photograph’s for animals who need rehoming. 

Kelsie

Receptionist

Kelsie is currently studying Sport and Exercise Science + psychology at Murdoch University, with the Intention of pursuing a career as a sport and exercise psychologist.

In her spare time, she enjoys staying active. Her favourite hobbies are participating and coaching dancing and gymnastics, she also loves training for long distance running and swimming events.

Chelsee

Receptionist

Chelsee has recently transitioned from working in the travel industry to the physiotherapy/health industry. She is enjoying the new and exciting challenge and is looking forward to her future at BIM Como.

In her spare time she enjoys traveling, cooking and spending time outdoors with her husband and two boys.

Jordan

Reception Assistant

Jordan is currently studying Physiotherapy at The University of Notre Dame in Fremantle and has a passion for movement and the arts.

She is a professional circus performer and dancer, having performed for many years all around Perth. Jordan also coaches circus, dance and gymnastics and loves teaching and growing the next generation of talented entertainers.

Jordan has joined the reception team at BIM Como to get experience and insight into the world of physiotherapy and looks forward to meeting all of our clients.

Rebecca

Reception Assistant

Rebecca is a third year Occupational Therapy Student at Curtin University. Bec intends to work in hand therapy after she graduates from OT to help people regain function or find creative ways to adapt their environment to pursue the activities that give life meaning.

Bec is excited to join the BIM Como team to learn more about clinical practice, develop her understanding of therapeutic technologies and gain knowledge of the back-of-house structure and requirements of a thriving allied health clinic. 

Bec is a Como/South Perth local and enjoys playing sport, visiting family down south and spending time with friends (and her cat Betty).