THE TEAM

ALEX FILIPS | PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Alex has been in the allied health industry for 13 years. Alex completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Australian Catholic University while managing a clinic of physiotherapists at Mitchell's Physiotherapy in Greenslopes. After moving to the Wynnum Manly area it made sense to open her clinic here.

Alex treats all musculoskeletal disorders including sports injuries, aches and pains, tendinopathies, post-surgical management, chronic health concerns and headaches, as well as developing programs for osteoporosis management.

She has a side interest in ergonomics and workplace wellness programs and has worked closely with distribution centres, steel factories and recruitment agencies.

Alex uses a combination of hands-on techniques, combined with exercise-based approaches to treat and rehabilitate.

FLAVIO DE PIANO | MYOTHERAPIST

Flavio is an experienced clinical myotherapist in Brisbane, where he has completed his Bachelor of Health Science (Myotherapy). Flavio’s assessment and treatment focuses on functional impairments in muscle, fascia, nerve and joints.

His objective is to make clients understand how chronic pain and biomechanical dysfunction are usually manifestations of poor movement patterns caused by past injuries or a lifetime of adaptation.

Flavio uses a vast array of hands-on treatment techniques including electrotherapeutic dry needling, spinal and peripheral joint mobilisation, as well as providing individualised exercise/rehabilitation protocols. His objective is assisting people to getting back to their favourite sport or activities, no matter if the patient is an elite athlete or a weekend warrior.

After several advanced professional development courses, Flavio’s goals is to give you the tools to be able to move better and live the life you want without pain.

Stephanie Knook | Physiotherapist

Stephanie brings 14 years of dedicated physiotherapy experience to her clients. With expertise treating various musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, she is passionate about addressing sporting injuries, guiding individuals through post-surgery rehabilitation and providing specialised care for concerns such as headaches, pelvic pain, shoulder, spinal and knee injuries.

In addition to her broad expertise, she has been a physiotherapist for numerous rugby union and touch footy teams. Her involvement with these teams has honed her understanding of the unique challenges athletes face in these sports.

Stephanie takes pride in offering her services to clients under the NDIS, Workcover and DVA ensuring accessibility to quality of care for everyone.

In her spare time Stephanie likes to be active with her young family can can often be found around the bayside area, walking her Border Collie around Wynnum and Manly.

Maddison Yarrow | Physiotherapist

Maddy graduated from ACU and has been working with local sporting teams for the last 12 months.

Maddy works with all musculoskeletal concerns from acute sporting injuries, to chronic discomforts.

As a triathlete, she also brings a wealth of knowledge that can help you to adapt your training program to achieve your goals.

Sharn waerea | Physiotherapist

Originally from New Zealand, Sharn recently made the move to Australia and brings with him a wealth of experience and enthusiasm for helping people move and feel better. He has worked across a range of clinical and sporting environments, including as the Physiotherapist for the New Zealand national cricket team (over 40s)

With a strong background in musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy, Sharn combines hands-on treatment with active rehabilitation to help his clients achieve long-term results.

His treatment techniques include dry needling, manual therapy, manipulative therapy, and exercise-based rehabilitation.

He is passionate about tailoring each treatment plan to the individual, ensuring care is always personalised and goal-focused.