BRYAN KRAMER
Just like most of you my first exposure to physiotherapy was through an injury. I remember the feeling of frustration that my injuries would bring me and how anxious and uncertain I would feel. Whether you’re coming in with a recent pain or a long standing injury, you’re looking for someone who takes the time and fully listens to understand how your injury affects you. Great physio care is more than exercises, it’s about working together to better understand what is going on, why it has happened and how to move forward.
I have had the opportunity to work in a variety of areas and individuals including sport coverage, post operative care and chronic pain. I have a special interest and training in vestibular pathologies including BPPV – benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, vestibular neuritis, labyrinthitis, PPPD – persistent postural perceptual dizziness, post concussion, migraine associated vertigo and Meniere’s disease.
My goal with all my patients is to clearly outline a timeline of recovery and work with you to achieve your goals and do more than you may of thought was possible! When we’re finished I want you back doing what you love with more strength, knowledge and ability than ever before!
KELLY KORTICK
Hi, I’m Kelly
Most of you found your way to physiotherapy through sports and injuries. We have that in common. With your injury, having someone who understands not just what you’ve done, but what it’s like to be kept from what you want to do, means I am better placed to help you get better, faster. I am a wildly passionate in the area of endurance sports and there are very few things I like to talk about more, especially when it comes to injuries. This is where I would love to get involved in helping to guide and support your rehab journey.
My experience as a physio has provided me with the opportunity to work within multidisciplinary teams in different areas of physiotherapy including athletic groups, paediatrics, chronic pain and neurological physiotherapy. This diverse skillset will provide you with a thorough and holistic approach to your care.
Great physio and rehab is about you to feel listened to and trusted as we work towards your goals, resulting in you becoming the most resilient and capable version of yourself, where you have confidence in everything you do. Great rehab, guidance and support is paramount in recovery – and beyond. When we’re finished you’ll be stronger, both physically and mentally than before being injured in the first place.
JOE RYAN
Hey I’m Joe
Like you, physiotherapy for me started with injury. A running injury sidelined me from the track, so I get the the frustration you feel.
With help from a quality physio, that understood my desire to be at 100% as soon as possible, I was able to overcome that injury, and others down the line, and get back better than before.
That is now what I want to do with you. Rehab is an opportunity for you to work on your health, your performance, and my job is to bring my expertise in pain, injury and rehab and help you to excel at the things that are most important to you.
As a competitive middle distance runner, helping runners run, stay running and improve their running is my favourite thing to do. But helping anyone to minimise the effects of pain and injury and return to their best performance, be it in a race, or just racing after the kids, is the reason that I love what I do.
JASON TISSEVERASINGHE
Injuries are mentally and physically frustrating because they keep you out of doing the things you love. Whether you are serious about a particular sport, lifting weights, or running, I can definitely help you out!
My experience as a physio has involved working with all sorts of people and injuries, from acute injuries in junior athletes with the Newcastle Jets, to adults with years of long-standing pain that are keen for solutions.
When you’re injured, you need to have a solid understanding of what has happened, why it happened and what you can do about it. I can guide you through that process and you can count on me to provide up to date information that gives you control over your health. Great Rehab is the next part of the picture, and we will work together to tackle the things that matter most to you. So come in today and take that first step towards a better future!
JACK SHAW
Hi, I’m Jack,
Injuries are an unfortunate part of life—whether they’re from sports, work, or seemingly out of nowhere. Whatever the cause, I’m here to help. When you visit the clinic, you can count on me to listen to your story and work with you to achieve your goals, no matter how big or small.
I have a particular passion for working with field and court-based athletes. I have experience working in premier rugby union, NPL soccer and some work in the Newcastle Knights Pathways system. So if your sport involves a ball, bat, hoop, or racquet, I’d love to support you. Whether you’ve been injured playing A-grade on the weekend or filling in for a friend’s social netball team, I’ll help you get back out there as soon as possible. Not into sports? No problem! If your goal is simply to feel like the best version of yourself again, I’m here to help you on that journey too.
As a physiotherapist, my mission is to help you return stronger and better than before. Whether it’s adding 5kg to your bench press, joining an extra gym class, or enjoying longer walks with your dog, let’s work together to unlock your full potential—and maybe even exceed it!
BEC OWENS
Hi, I’m Bec, the friendly face you will see when you walk through our doors.
As the practice manager I’ll make you welcome, get things sorted and make it as easy as possible for you to concentrate on getting better.
I’m a Mum of 4 and a crazy French Bulldog lover. I’ve been working within the Physio industry for 18 years and i’m an advocate for anyone being able to achieve a high level of strength and fitness. When i’m not here making everything smooth and simple, i’m normally in the gym myself xx
DAVID RENFREW
Hi, I’m Dave, the owner here at Newcastle Performance Physio. I love being a Physio, but i’m also a husband, father, football nut and science nerd.
This is normally the part where I tell you how awesome I am. I’ve worked in different countries, treated super fit athletes, treated famous people. But that’s sort of who cares, right? What you want to know is can I help you? You bet.
My favourite thing to do is to take the latest in research and practice in sports medicine and pain and apply it to normal people. The fancy bits of paper on my wall show that i’ve done extra training to help you get to where you are aiming. I’ve also, with varying degrees of success, been into the football codes, martial arts and resistance training.
I opened my practice because I saw a need for a place where people can access advice, education and treatment that is effective, modern and focused on the most important thing – you.
Check out our VIDEOS tab to get more information about what we do, how we are different and, most importantly, how we can help you.
If you’ve got some questions – awesome, give me a call. I don’t have all the answers but I certainly have some good ones.
Otherwise, BOOK IN and let’s get started.
