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BENJAMIN HSU | PHYSIOTHERAPIST | BASKETBALL AND SPORT ENTHUSIAST | EXERCISE AND MANUAL THERAPY | DRY NEEDLING | TAKES A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO TREATMENT, COMBINING PHYSIOTHERAPY, EXERCISE, AND PSYCHOLOGY TO ACHIEVE THE OPTIMAL TREATMENT OUTCOMES. Benjamin Hsu Physiotherapist | Basketball and Sport Enthusiast | Exercise and Manual Therapy | Dry Needling Benjamin is a physiotherapist from Hong Kong who takes a holistic approach to treatment, combining physiotherapy, exercise, and psychology to achieve the optimal treatment outcomes. His passion lies in musculoskeletal and sports Physiotherapy & pre- and post-operative rehabilitation. As a former professional basketball player, Benjamin has personally experienced the highs and lows of injury recovery, having endured both an ACL tear and an Achilles tendon rupture. This firsthand experience gives him a deep understanding of the physical and emotional challenges his patients face. Inspired by the care he received during his own recovery, he is dedicated to walking alongside each patient through their rehabilitation journey. With a strong emphasis on evidence-based treatment, he provides personalised treatment plans to support each patient’s well-being. When Benjamin is not helping patients get back on their feet, He enjoys staying active by playing basketball and diving, as well as exploring Sydney’s best food spots. Qualifications: - Masters in Physiotherapy | University of Sydney - Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Health, Minor in Psychology | University of Hong Kong - Strength and Conditioning Coach | ASCA - Sports Physiotherapist | APA - Dry Needling Practitioner | CPD Health Courses

JOSEFINA CÀNEPA BUSTOS | PHYSIOTHERAPIST | OVERUSE INJURY REHABILITATION | MUSCULOSKELETAL & SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPY FOR YOUNG ATHLETES | MANUAL THERAPY | DRY NEEDLING Josefina Canepa Bustos Physiotherapist | Overuse Injury Rehabilitation | Musculoskeletal & Sports Physiotherapy for Young Athletes | Manual Therapy | Dry Needling Qualifications: Physiotherapy degree from Pontifical Catholic University of Chile, Master’s in advanced professional Practice in Paediatric Musculoskeletal Health. Diploma in Therapeutic Exercise and in University Teaching. Dry needling certification (KineticXer) Josefina is a passionate and dedicated Physiotherapist from Chile with a strong background in musculoskeletal and sports therapy. She has worked in private practice and sports clubs, treating athletes of all ages, with a strong focus on young athletes. Josefina has extensive expertise in managing overuse injuries and musculoskeletal conditions, helping athletes recover, prevent future injuries, and optimise their performance. Josefina believes in the power of exercise as a fundamental part of physiotherapy, helping individuals regain strength, mobility, and confidence in their movement. She combines targeted exercise programs with hands-on manual therapy techniques to provide comprehensive treatment, ensuring optimal recovery and injury prevention. Her approach is tailored to each person’s needs, focusing on long-term health and performance. In her spare time, Josefina enjoys staying active, reading a good book, and spending time at the beach. She values a balanced lifestyle that combines movement, relaxation, and continuous learning. Now in Australia, she is excited to keep working with active people, helping them stay strong, recover from injuries, and reach their full potential.

KENNY MERLEVEDE | SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST | FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR OF PHYSIO K | PASSIONATE AND DRIVEN PHYSIOTHERAPIST WITH OVER 13 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AS AN INDEPENDENT PRACTITIONER ACROSS PHYSIOTHERAPY, MANUAL THERAPY AND SPORTS REHABILITATION. Kenny Merlevede Senior Physiotherapist | Founder & Director | Marathon and Sport Enthusiast | Recovery CoachExpertise: (sports) physiotherapy / Musculoskeletal and Manual therapy / Dry Needling Qualifications: Masters in Physiotherapy from University of Ghent, Belgium. Masters in Musculoskeletal physiotherapy and postgraduate degree in Manual Therapy. Kenny is a passionate, driven Physiotherapist with over 13 years’ experience as an independent Practitioner across Physiotherapy, Manual therapy and Sports Rehabilitation. He has worked in a number of private practices and has since concentrated on musculoskeletal problems and sport injuries. Kenny believes in holistic physiotherapy and is passionate about identifying and addressing the underlying cause of your pain rather than just treating the symptoms. He has particular interests and expertise within low back pain, neck pain and headaches, core stability and sports injuries. In his spare time Kenny enjoys running, swimming, soccer and basketball. He is a marathon runner and has played competition basketball for over 20 years. In December 2019, he completed the Ironman in Busselton (WA).

DANIEL LEZAR | PHYSIOTHERAPIST | QUALIFICATIONS: BSC SPORTS CONDITIONING, REHABILITATION & MASSAGE (CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY), MSC (PRE-REGISTRATION) PHYSIOTHERAPY (BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY) | SPINAL ADJUSTMENTS | SHOCKWAVE THERAPY | SPORTS MASSAGE – LEVEL 3 | SPORTS TAPING Daniel Lezar Qualifications: BSc Sports Conditioning, Rehabilitation & Massage (Cardiff Metropolitan University), MSc (Pre-Registration) Physiotherapy (Birmingham City University) | Spinal Adjustments | Shockwave Therapy | Sports Massage – Level 3 | Sports Taping Daniel is a physiotherapist from the United Kingdom with a keen interest in Musculoskeletal Injuries. Daniel finds great benefits in delivering hands-on therapy in adjunct with a well-structured rehabilitation program to get you moving and feeling better. Daniel has worked in the public and private sector as well as in elite sport for Gloucestershire County Cricket Club in the UK. These experiences have given Daniel a depth of knowledge both around acute management of injuries as well as the on-going rehabilitation of acute and chronic injuries. In Daniel’s spare time away from work, he plays semi-professional cricket and is extremely passionate about health and fitness. Daniel considers himself an all-rounder with a keen interest in all sports and the movement patterns involved.

The team of qualified practitioners working at Physio K in Bondi Junction. Physiotherapists, massage therapists and osteopaths. MEET OUR TEAM Benjamin Hsu BENJAMIN HSU | PHYSIOTHERAPIST | BASKETBALL AND SPORT ENTHUSIAST | EXERCISE AND MANUAL THERAPY | DRY NEEDLING | TAKES A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO TREATMENT, COMBINING PHYSIOTHERAPY, EXERCISE, AND PSYCHOLOGY TO ACHIEVE THE OPTIMAL TREATMENT OUTCOMES. Read More Josefina Canepa Bustos JOSEFINA CÀNEPA BUSTOS | PHYSIOTHERAPIST | OVERUSE INJURY REHABILITATION | MUSCULOSKELETAL & SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPY FOR YOUNG ATHLETES | MANUAL THERAPY | DRY NEEDLING Read More Daniel Lezar DANIEL LEZAR | PHYSIOTHERAPIST | QUALIFICATIONS: BSC SPORTS CONDITIONING, REHABILITATION & MASSAGE (CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY), MSC (PRE-REGISTRATION) PHYSIOTHERAPY (BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY) | SPINAL ADJUSTMENTS | SHOCKWAVE THERAPY | SPORTS MASSAGE – LEVEL 3 | SPORTS TAPING Read More Kenny Merlevede KENNY MERLEVEDE | SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST | FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR OF PHYSIO K | PASSIONATE AND DRIVEN PHYSIOTHERAPIST WITH OVER 13 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AS AN INDEPENDENT PRACTITIONER ACROSS PHYSIOTHERAPY, MANUAL THERAPY AND SPORTS REHABILITATION. Read More

Post Operative Rehabilitation INJURIES AND CONDITIONS WE CAN TREAT At Physio K , all problems of the movement system can be treated. Here are some of the most common injuries or conditions we are qualified to treat: Achilles Tendonitis Ankle Sprains Back Pain Bursitis Disc Bulges, Herniated Discs And Sciatica Dizziness Or Vertigo Elbow Pain Hamstring Injuries Headaches Jaw Problems Or TMJ Issues Lower Back Pain Meniscus Injury Neck Pain Osteoarthritis Plantar Fasciitis Post Operative Rehabilitation Posture And Alignment Problems Shoulder Pain Sports Injuries Sprains, Strains And Tears Post Operative Rehabilitation To regain your strength, flexibility and functional fitness after an orthopaedic surgery, it will be essential to get specific physiotherapy treatment. To ensure optimal recovery and to avoid compensation patterns in the future, a tailored treatment plan will be offered to you. At Physio K, we are experienced in post operative rehabilitation to get you back to what you love. Types of post operative physiotherapy we see often and can help you with: - Neck and back physio after surgery (e.g. laminectomy, discectomy, spinal fusion or scoliosis surgery) - Shoulder physio after surgery (e.g. rotator cuff surgery, shoulder reconstructions, SLAP tear repairs, tendon surgery, frozen shoulder surgery or capsulotomy, acromioplasty, etc...) - Elbow physio after surgery (e.g. Tennis elbow or golfers elbow release, fractures or physio after immobilisation) - Hand and wrist physio after surgery (e.g. Carpal tunnel surgery, tendon repairs or fractures) - Hip physio after surgery (e.g. Arthroscopy or THP (total hip replacement), PHR (partial hip replacement), labral tear surgery, repair from fractures) - Knee physio after surgery (e.g. meniscectomy, total or partial knee replacements, ligament surgery (ACL, MCL, LCL, PCL), arthroscopy or after fractures or immobilisation) - Ankle and foot physio after surgery (e.g. Arthroscopy, ligament and tendon repairs, sports injury surgery or plantar fasciitis release) - Physio after muscle and tendon repairs. Our physiotherapists will explain precautions and limitations related to your surgery and they will prescribe specific exercises to improve your mobility, strength and control of movements. Our team will monitor your progress and guide you through your recovery. At Physio K, you’ll get specific individualised treatment. Our goal is to help you to regain your mobility, flexibility, strength, exercise tolerance and movement in order to return to all the activities you enjoy doing. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you would have any questions regarding your rehab or treatments.

Neck Pain INJURIES AND CONDITIONS WE CAN TREAT At Physio K , all problems of the movement system can be treated. Here are some of the most common injuries or conditions we are qualified to treat: Achilles Tendonitis Ankle Sprains Back Pain Bursitis Disc Bulges, Herniated Discs And Sciatica Dizziness Or Vertigo Elbow Pain Hamstring Injuries Headaches Jaw Problems Or TMJ Issues Lower Back Pain Meniscus Injury Neck Pain Osteoarthritis Plantar Fasciitis Post Operative Rehabilitation Posture And Alignment Problems Shoulder Pain Sports Injuries Sprains, Strains And Tears Neck Pain Physio K offers treatment for many different types of neck pain. Problems in this part of the body can present in many different ways. Some common presentations of neck pain include: Reduced range of motion Pain when turning the head Muscle tightness, either constant or with movements of the head Pain radiating in the shoulders or arms from the neck Pain at the top of the neck, often combined with headaches CAUSE OF NECK PAIN: BAD POSTURE: Poor posture during the day can cause the weight of the head to shift forward and away from the center of the body (forward head posture), forcing the neck muscles to work harder to support the head. Prolonged computer work or looking down at a phone not only moves the head forward but also forces the neck to bend with it. This bending can overextend the muscles in the back of the neck, resulting in pain and inflammation. SLEEPING POSITION: Sleeping with the head turned or twisted can result in neck pain (e.g. with sleeping on the tummy or on a pillow that is too thick or too thin). Short term symptoms could be stiffness and muscle pain. Sleeping with the head rotated to 1 side can result in disc problems in the long run. The intervertebral discs are supposed to recover during the night and that’s not possible when the neck and head are rotated during the entire night. . Cold also has a big impact on the neck muscles. Air Conditioning or sleeping next to a window with a breeze can make the muscle tense up and result in a stiff neck in the morning. TEETH GRINDING: Bruxism is a condition in which people grind or clench their teeth while they sleep. Grinding or clenching the teeth puts pressure on the muscles in the jaw and neck, which can cause neck tension, pain or headaches. WHIPLASH: Whiplash is caused by an injury to the neck when the head moves forward and backwards in a rapid motion that ends up placing strain on the surrounding muscles and ligaments and usually occurs in a motor vehicle accident. Symptoms of whiplash include: Neck pain and stiffness Reduced mobility of the neck Headaches Disc issues (bulges or herniated discs) Nerve issues with referring pain in the shoulders or arms Neck pain caused by whiplash can become chronic if left untreated. STRESS: Stress has a huge impact on the entire human body. It affects some parts more often than others; the neck being one of the most frequent areas. Stress is the body’s natural reaction to a dangerous situation. When we feel threatened, a chemical reaction occurs in our body that allows us to act in a way to prevent injury (‘fight-or-flight reaction’). When a person experiences stress regularly, their muscles remain tense and contracted for longer periods, which can result in neck and shoulder tension. "Most neck pain is a result of bad posture combined with stress and asymmetric movements." It normally builds up over time, but people usually don’t realise it. It’s like slowly filling up a bucket with water; and most people only remember the last drop that makes the bucket overflow: the last wrong movement or the bad position we slept in, which results in a stiff neck. NECK PAIN TREATMENT: Neck pain is treated in our clinic after determining the cause of your pain. We perform a thorough examination after taking a health history. Once we know the cause of your problems, we can treat you with a broad range of techniques. Manual therapy, exercise treatment, education and dry needling can all be used to help get you back moving well and feeling great. Watch the following exercises videos for neck pain: Please always check with your physio to know which exercises will be helpful for you. These videos are here as a guide and will contribute to your rehab, in addition to some specific manual treatment. Sometimes you'll need a different approach, so always contact your health practitioner to get the best recommendation for you. Neck pain treatment In the above video, Anthony from Physio K runs you through a neck mobility program, targeted at increasing your movement during the early stages of neck pain. 1. Gentle range of motion exercises. Standing up or sitting down, bringing your chin down towards your chest, then coming back up looking up towards the roof and then coming back down to eye level. Then, try to rotate across to the right and to the left. The last one is side bending or lateral flexion of the neck: taking your ear down towards the shoulder on the right hand side and then coming back again towards the other side. When you're performing these exercises we generally get you to do it for about 10 times per day and you really can't get enough of these; especially during those early stages of neck pain. 2. Upper trap stretch For this one here, we have you sitting right on top of your right hand, reaching over your head with your left hand and gently pulling your left ear down towards that shoulder. Now as you're doing this exercise, you'll get a nice stretch through your upper trap muscle, that's exactly what we're looking for. You're going to hold this stretch for 30 seconds and repeat that three times. Best neck exercises In the above video, Kenny from Physio K is showing a combination of 2 of the best exercises to do when you’re having neck pain. The first one is great when you are doing computer work or are sitting for prolonged periods. The second one is the best strengthening exercise for the neck. 1. Shoulder rolls You can do this one sitting or standing up. Just relax your arms in your lap and rotate the shoulder girdle backwards, making big circles backwards. Try not to use your arms, relax them in your lap and make big circles backwards. Do this for a full minute, if possible 10 times per day. Your muscles are under constant stretch when you’re sitting all day so we would like to get some blood flow in your upper trapezius muscles. 2. Deep neck flexor strengthening Almost everyone could benefit from this exercise. It’s good to improve your strength and also to improve your posture! Start with laying on your back on a mat on the floor and try to make a double chin and hold this for 12 seconds. Keeping your head on the floor. If this is easy, you can go to the next step which is basically the same but after making a double chin, then try to lift up your head just slightly, for 1 centimeter off the floor and hold this position for 12 seconds. This is a tough exercise, try not to compensate and keep the double chin position at all times!

At Physio K, the aim is to give you elite-level treatment in a professional environment and to provide you with the very best of physiotherapy care. THE PHYSIO K PHILOSOPHY At Physio K, we have a simple but fundamental philosophy; to provide you with the very best of physiotherapy care. The aim is to give you elite level treatment in a professional and welcoming environment. We tailor all physiotherapy treatments to your individual needs and pride myself on a high level of care, a wealth of knowledge and quality results without overtreatment. We have found that both the level of anatomical and clinical knowledge, required within the rigorous sporting environment have made me extremely adept at successfully treating chronic and complex pain conditions. All problems related to the movement system can be treated, such as: Back/Neck pain and everything related to the spine Headaches Dizziness and vertigo Joint issues Sciatica and nerve irritations Posture and alignment problems Muscle and tendon problems Sports injuries or recurring pain when competing And much more At Physio K, symptoms are never seen as isolated issues, but as a part of a dysfunction in a physiological chain. I believe in holistic physiotherapy and I’m passionate about identifying and addressing the underlying cause of your pain rather than just treating the symptoms. At Physio K all private, Worker’s Compensation, Veteran’s Affairs and EPC patients are welcome. We accept all private health insurance funds for physiotherapy. Our practice provides sports physio in our clinic, located in the Eastern suburbs of Sydney. Our studio is located in Bondi Junction. Physio K services the surrounding suburbs as well, such as Bondi Beach, Waverley, Tamarama, Bronte, Clovelly, Randwick, Woollahra, Paddington, Darlinghurst, Bellevue Hill, Double Bay, Rose Bay, Dover Heights and Vaucluse.

Massage and fascia release is often used in combination with other techniques in the movement system to give better results than just massage.  SPORTS AND REMEDIAL MASSAGE Massage and fascia techniques are often used to release tight muscles and free up areas of the musculoskeletal system. When these are used in combination with other techniques in the movement system, they will almost always give better results than only massage. Many problems in the body are caused by a combination of (small) issues in different areas. Addressing all of these issues will be necessary to get you pain free and to do the things that you love.

With over 30 years of combined experience and ongoing continual professional development, we provide elite level treatment in Bondi Junction.

Recover from work-related injuries with our Workcover and CTP physiotherapy services. We handle insurance claims hassle-free WORK COVER AND CTP PHYSIOTHERAPY Workcover If you developed an injury that's work related, we can help you recover and get you back to pre-injury duties. All our physiotherapists are Workcover accredited! Please bring the following to your first appointment (or email this to us prior): The name of the Insurer (e.g. I Care, Allianz,...) Your claim number The exact date of your injury The case manager and or email address of the case manager. When you have a claim number (and approval for physiotherapy), we can start with your rehab. In most cases, we will be able to invoice the insurer directly, so you won't have to deal with that part at all. Medicare We accept Medicare referrals (called Care Plans, or EPC plans) which will give you a discount for the number of sessions the GP has allocated to you. Just bring your referral (email or paper version) with you and we can process the rebate from our end. It will arrive in your bank account within 2 business days without any hassle on your end. To read more about who is eligible and how to get a Medicare Care plan, please read more here CTP (Third Party Claims) If you were involved in a car accident and have developed an injury that's covered under Compulsory Third Party (CTP), we can help with your rehab. All our physiotherapists are accredited by CTP insurers. Please email the following prior to your first appointment: The name of the Insurer (e.g. I Care, Allianz,...) Your claim number The exact date of your injury The case manager and or email address of the case manager. We will then fill in the forms necessary to get approval from the insurance. In most cases, we will be able to invoice the insurer directly, so you won't have to deal with that part at all.

Injuries are treated by first finding the root cause. Addressing the reason the pain is happening will help prevent reoccurance in the future WHAT INJURIES AND CONDITIONS CAN BE TREATED WITH PHYSIOTHERAPY? At Physio K, symptoms are never seen as isolated issues, but as a part of a dysfunction in a physiological chain. We believe in holistic physiotherapy and we are passionate about identifying and addressing the underlying cause of your pain rather than just treating the symptoms. We specialise in sporting injuries, however we treat all conditions that relate to the movement system. Pain occurring in lower backs, necks, ankles and knees are often the catalyst of clients coming to see us. However, headaches, dizziness and nerve damage can also be addressed with Physiotherapy. PHYSIOTHERAPY At Physio K, all physiotherapy sessions are one-on-one hands on. At first, you’ll get a thorough assessment, followed by an accurate diagnosis through clinical reasoning. The most important thing is knowing what's causing the problem, before the symptoms get treated. The therapy itself will consist of manual release techniques to release any tension in the body relevant to causing your problem. Sometimes, this could be well away from where your pain is. From the moment you start moving better, with less pain, you’re ready to be coached on how best to sit, stand and move correctly, get basic preventive skills that will not only improve your stability and control but also prevent future problems. I want you to fully understand what is wrong and what you need to do to get better. MANUAL THERAPY Orthopaedic Manual Therapy is a specific branch in physiotherapy. It’s a scientifically proven way of treatment where mobilising and manipulative techniques are used to free the joints and make the body more flexible. This method can also be used to relieve muscles, tendons and nerves. It’s a thorough specialisation within the field of physiotherapy, with special attention for assessment and treatment techniques for joints, muscle-, tendon-, and nerve problems, including the use of spinal manipulations. DRY NEEDLING Dry needling is used to release muscle tension and pain from patients, through the activation of local twitch responses in the muscles. Dry needling works by advancing a fine filament needle into the muscle and de-activating a “trigger point” in the region. Most patients do not even realise the needle has penetrated the skin. Healthy muscles will feel very little, but if the muscle is sensitive or tight, you may feel a cramp-like sensation, caused as the muscle activates a ‘twitch response’. Dry needling treatments are an extremely effective method for treating chronic pain and neuromuscular dysfunction and has have very few side effects. In combination with other forms of treatment or as a standalone, trigger point dry needling is a quick and effective way to treat neuromuscular dysfunction and greatly reduce pain and discomfort.