Professional Summary:

Mr Gary is a qualified physiotherapist with international clinical training across Australia, Hong Kong, Ireland, and the United States. He holds a Master of Physiotherapy from Flinders University, graduating with Distinction in Musculoskeletal Practice, and has a strong foundation in sports rehabilitation, athletic therapy, and exercise prescription.

With extensive exposure to musculoskeletal, neurological, aged care, community, and sports settings, Mr Gary combines evidence-based physiotherapy, strong clinical reasoning, and a movement-focused approach to deliver individualised, functional rehabilitation programs. His background in sports rehabilitation and athletic training, together with hands-on experience in private practice, allows him to effectively manage both acute and chronic MSK conditions.

Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, Mr Gary is able to communicate clearly with a diverse patient population and build strong therapeutic rapport.

Clinical Special Interests:

Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (MSK):

• Assessment and management of acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions
• Neck, Back, Shoulder, Hip, Knee, and Ankle injuries
• Overuse injuries, postural dysfunction, and chronic pain presentations
• Strong emphasis on exercise prescription and functional restoration

Sports Injury Rehabilitation:

• Experience in injury prevention, assessment, and rehabilitation for athletes
• Return-to-sport programming using progressive loading principles
• Management of muscle imbalances, movement deficits, and performance-related issues
• Background in pitch-side and on-field sports coverage

Exercise-Based Rehabilitation:

• Development of tailored strength, mobility, and conditioning programs
• Integration of gym-based rehabilitation and functional training
• Strong understanding of biomechanics and movement analysis

Neurological & Geriatric Rehabilitation:

• Experience working with various neurological patients
• Balance training, gait retraining, and mobility re-education
• Falls prevention and functional independence for older adults

Community & Home-Based Physiotherapy:

• Home assessments and individualised care planning
• Patient education on self-management, safety, and long-term mobility

Modalities & Clinical Skills:

Mr Gary utilises a patient-centred and movement-driven approach, incorporating:

• Manual Therapy & Soft Tissue Techniques
• Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM / Scraping)
• Dry Needling
• Cupping Therapy
• Exercise Prescription & Progressive Loading
• Balance and Proprioception Training
• Gait Assessment and Retraining
• Functional Movement Assessment
• Pain Education and Self-Management Strategies

Education:

• Master of Physiotherapy – Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia (2021–2023)
  • Distinction in Musculoskeletal Practice
• Bachelor of Sports Rehabilitation & Athletic Therapy – South East Technological University, Ireland (2016–2020)
• Bachelor of Science (Athletic Training) – King’s College, Pennsylvania, USA (2020)

Professional Experience:

• MyPhysio MyHealth (Private Practice, SA): Providing comprehensive physiotherapy care with individualised treatment plans in busy medical center and private practice.
• Healthcare Australia (Aged Care, SA): Providing geriatric rehabilitation to residents to achieve their individualised goals.

Sports & Athletic Therapy Experience:

• Athletic Therapist Intern – MLB Arizona Fall League (Arizona Diamondbacks): Rehabilitation support for elite baseball athletes and pitch-side coverage and return-to-play programs

Certifications:

• Dry Needling & Cupping
• IASTM (Scraping)
• NASM Certified Personal Trainer
• TRX Suspension Trainer
• First Aid

Personal Interests:

Mr Gary maintains an active lifestyle and has over 10 years of involvement in basketball, sports, weightlifting, and martial arts, reinforcing his strong interest in movement quality, performance, and injury prevention.