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MY STORY: Broken Dreams Rebuilt

Like many teenagers I grew up wanting to represent my country and become a Wallaby. Countless injuries kept me off the field as I watched this dream slowly fade away. At the time the so called ‘expert’ health professionals prescribed me a mix of rest, medication and wait and see advice. Even as a kid I was let down and disappointed by the whole experience as I was left wondering – what’s the point?

Luckily for me me I received some sound advice from a supportive family member:

“Use the disappointment you suffered to make a difference”

It took a while to sink in but I realised they were right. It has not been an easy journey being the first of my family to go on to university and complete a double degree in Physiotherapy and Exercise Science and then taking on the challenge to establish my own practice. But as we know nothing good comes without struggle.

My goal of bringing the best pain and injury management to everyone has now been realised. I now have 2 practices at Tingalpa and Stafford with some amazing like-minded physios offering the best care for pain and injuries to everyone.

DAVID SANDISON

Managing Director
Physiotherapist & Accredited Exercise Physiologist —
Tingalpa & Stafford

 

We fix patients pain fast and help them feel great!

We don’t want to see anyone’s dream suffer at the mercy of bad treatment.

Let our family help yours

Our therapists understand the importance of “hands on” treatment and also recognise the immense benefits of educating our clients in self management and the prevention of future re-occurrences.

SCOTT HAYES

Team Leader

Physiotherapist – Tingalpa

About Scott

Scott has more than 10years experience as a Physiotherapist after completing a Doctor of Physiotherapy at Bond University. Previously, Scott has also completed a Bachelor of Exercise Science from Griffith University in 2009. Scott has additional training in treating neck and back pain, sporting injuries, workplace injuries and is qualified in western acupuncture and dry needling.

Scott enjoys helping his patients of all walks of life to recover from injury and get back to what they enjoy doing. Whether it be walking again after a fracture, getting back on the sporting field or achieving things they never thought possible.

Scott is an avid sports fan, and enjoys watching rugby league, basketball, tennis, horse racing and cricket​. He hails from NSW originally and enjoys heading over the border to catch up with family and friends when he can.

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SAMUEL NORTON

Team Leader

Physiotherapist – Stafford

About Samuel

Samuel has more than 5years of experience after completing a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Australian Catholic University.

Samuel (or Sam as he prefers) grew up and attended school in Wellington Point and is an avid basketball player and fan.

Sam loves working collaboratively with his patients. He is committed to creating great relationships that assists his patients to achieve lasting health benefits. “I’m here to help at every step of the way on my patient’s journey to recovery.”

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EMILY PHILLIPS

Clinical Lead

Physiotherapist – Tingalpa

About Emily

Emily has more than 5years of experience after completing a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from Australian Catholic University and is currently a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

Emily has a special interest in movement disorders and enjoys finding the origins of patient pain so she can assist them to be pain free quickly and stay there. Emily has additional training in Pilates and enjoys implementing exercise modalities into her treatment on an individual and group basis. She also enjoys treating headaches, neck and back pain and injuries of the upper and lower limb

​Emily grew up in Brisbane and in her spare time she is a soccer and futsal star.

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TIM BROWNING

Physiotherapist – STAFFORD

About Tim

Tim brings more than 2years of experience to Activate Physiotherapy after earning a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from Australian Catholic University. 

Tim loves continuing to research and learn everything thiere is to learn about each and every patient presentation. “I find that each patient presents totally differently  even if they have the same underlying condition and think it’s so important to put everything into it to creating the most appropriate treatment plan for them.”

Tim is originally from just south of the border having grown up in the coastal NSW towns of Ocean Shores and Brunswick Heads. As well as being a great Physio, Tim loves his other role as dad to two young boys. He spends his time off playing with them as well as watching and playing sports – mainly football (rugby league or union) and golf.

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Abin Varghese Physiotherapist

ABIN VARGHESE

Physiotherapist – TINGALPA

About Abin
Abin has been working as a physiotherapist for almost 9years, he completed his physiotherapy degree in 2014, and has a keen interest in sports injuries and rehabilitation. Abin has worked across a variety of different health sectors including hospitals, sports rehabilitation centres and private practices.

He has a special interest in patients presenting with shoulder, back, hip and knee injuries, and is highly skilled in many treatment approaches such as sports and deep tissue massage, muscle energy and functional release techniques, dry needling, kinesio-taping, and cupping therapy. Abin has a very ‘hands-on’ approach towards assessment and treatment but also consolidates this with exercise prescription and he is known for giving lots of homework (aka exercises) to his clients.

Quirky and friendly by nature, Abin always tries to balance out clients’ needs with realistic goals. He is a passionate physiotherapist and is determined to help his clients reach their full potential and improve their quality of life. Outside of work Abin loves exploring new eateries, and watching football and is a hard-core supporter of Manchester United. His other hobbies include cooking, powerlifting, cycling and callisthenics.

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Jiayue He Tina Physiotherapist

JIAYUE “TINA” HE

Physiotherapist – STAFFORD

About Tina

Tina is a dedicated Physiotherapist with a comprehensive academic background, holding a Master of Physiotherapy from the University of Queensland. 

Tina excels in creating effective treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs. An advocate for integrated care, Tina collaborates seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centred treatment. Her commitment to advancing the field is evident in her active engagement in research and her substantial contributions to over 30 publications. 

Tina is a vibrant extrovert with a passion for life’s social and active pursuits. From exploring new culinary delights to dancing, playing ping-pong, badminton, or skiing in winter, her energy and enthusiasm are contagious. As a dedicated physiotherapist and an avid adventurer in everyday life, Tina brings a unique blend of warmth and vitality to her practice.

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LYDIA EDGAR

Physiotherapist – Tingalpa

About Lydia

Lydia has a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Physiotherapy from Leeds Beckett University in the United Kingdom. She brings a wealth of experience to the team after working in the UK and Australia since 2021.

More information coming soon

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CASSIE SANDISON

General Manager

Physiotherapist & EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST

About Cassie

Cassie Sandison MBA, B.Phty & B. Ex.Sci

Cassie brings more than 15years of experience as a dual-qualified Physiotherapist and Exercise Physiologist to Activate Physiotherapy, having completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy and Exercise Science at Griffith University in 2006. Cassie is also passionate about business management and completed her MBA in 2021.

Cassie has completed additional training in therapeutic Pilates and has a special interest in incorporating Pilates principles into managing client conditions facilitating long term improvements in injury and overall health.

Growing up Cassie was a state level swimmer and long distance runner, she was also a competitive Irish dancer. Cassie still enjoys playing netball and spending time with family.

 

Our Support Team

MEREDITH MULLALY

RECEPTION TEAM LEADER

ELLA HAWES

Receptionist – STAFFORD

AMELIA REID

Receptionist – Stafford

HUNTER BROWN

Receptionist – Tingalpa

GRACE DORASH

Receptionist – Tingalpa

SRINIJA PARSEWAR

Receptionist – Stafford

Tingalpa

Twin Parks Shopping Village

Shop 2, 1534 Wynnum Rd

Tingalpa QLD 4173

07 3890 4361

MON – THURS
8.00AM-7.00PM

FRI
8.00AM-5.00PM

SAT
8.00AM-2.00PM

SUN
CLOSED

Stafford

Stafford City Shopping Centre

93/400 Stafford Rd

Stafford, Qld 4053

07 3352 4244

MON – THURS
8.00AM-6.00PM

FRI
8.00AM-5.00PM

SAT
8.00AM-12.00PM

SUN
CLOSED