Meet the Team

Expertise

• Lower limb injuries
• Spinal pain, including lower back and neck conditions
• Falls and balance

Meet Kelsey, a friendly and passionate physiotherapist who takes pride in her ability to make a difference in the lives of others. Kelsey enjoys working with a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions and populations, and with a particular interest in lower limb injuries and spinal pain, understands the key role hands-on therapy can play in reducing pain and building strong relationships with clients. With her extensive knowledge in exercise prescription however, she has the toolset to cover all bases on your journey to a great outcome.

She knows an individual and multi-faceted approach to longstanding pain in particular is key, and has the knowledge and education points to facilitate this.  Overarching her skillset is her warm, friendly and caring personality.

Outside of the clinic you will find Kelsey participating in pilates, catching up with friends or enjoying time with her family down the river.

Expertise

• Pre and post-operative rehabilitation
• Neck and lower back pain, including sciatica
• Knee, hip and ankle pain.

Meet Brie, a friendly, enthusiastic physiotherapist, who takes pride in her position to make a positive impact on peoples health, and get them feeling their best.
Brie likes to use a variety of hands-on and an exercised-based approach to ensure the best outcomes for the people she assists. She has had experience in both the hospital and outpatient settings, and brings a wealth of knowledge base to the Thrive team.

Brie enjoys working with people of all ages and fitness levels with a keen interest in musculoskeletal injuries involving the neck and back. As a keen netballer, she also enjoys helping people manage any injuries holding them back from participating in the sports they love.

Outside of work, you’ll find Brie either catching up with friends and family, playing netball, long-distance running, or spending time with her beautiful kelpie Marli.

Expertise

• Complex neck and back pain management including sciatica
• Tendon pain, including gym, cross-fit, and sport-related injuries
• BPPV (vertigo) and dizziness related rehabilitation

Dylan is a passionate and empathetic physiotherapist who has a real purpose for working alongside people to get them moving better. He values the combination of passive therapy skills and exercise, and possesses a thorough understanding of the complexity of pain to achieve optimal long-term results.

Dylan finds that the key to a positive rehabilitation experience is by truly listening to your story and formulating a very specific person focused treatment plan together. Whether it is overcoming niggles holding you back with life, exercise, or your sporting endeavours, or for managing persistent pain, Dylan has the tools to help. Ultimately, he believes motion is lotion and he utilises an extensive knowledge of exercise to reach your goals.

When not at work, Dylan can be found hanging with friends, watching and playing all kinds of sport, or at the gym.

Expertise

• Temporomandibular joint pain and dysfunction
• Head, neck pain and headaches
• Vestibular physiotherapy
• Chronic pain with a focus on exercise therapy

Meet Esther, a dedicated and experienced Physiotherapist with a passion for helping individuals overcome pain and achieve their rehabilitation goals. Esther’s holistic treatment approach is centered around movement and rehabilitation, complemented by her exceptional hands-on skills for pain relief.

With a special interest in treating jaw pain, vestibular issues, and chronic pain, Esther has a wealth of knowledge in managing complex pain cases of all populations. Her caring and empathetic personality, exceptional communication skills, and thorough approach ensure a personalized treatment plan tailored to each patient’s unique needs.

Esther’s caring and communicative approach ensures that each patient receives a personalized treatment plan that is tailored to their specific needs. She is committed to helping her patients achieve their goals and regain their quality of life.

In addition to her work as a physiotherapist, Esther is an avid foodie, enjoys staying active with spin classes and playing netball, and cherishes spending time with her loved ones.

Types of Remedial Massage Therapy Offered:

• Remedial/Deep tissue
• Sports
• Relaxation
• Pregnancy
• Lymphatic

Mariana is a warm, caring and highly qualified therapist with a strong desire to help those around her with great attention to detail.

Originally from Sao Paolo, Brazil, Mariana has a wealth of experience behind her having practised for many years, providing a wide range of massage services.

Mariana also understands how beneficial massage is within a holistic treatment program, including exercise, being an avid handball player and gym goer.

Outside of the clinic, you’ll find Mariana finding a quiet spot to do yoga, meditate or on one of Adelaide’s many hiking trails.

Expertise

• Spinal manipulation and back and neck pain
• Osteoarthritis management, including being a GLA:D program accredited practitioner

• Temporomandibular joint pain and dysfunction (Jaw Pain)

Meet Giancarlo, a highly skilled and experienced Physiotherapist who places a strong emphasis on clear communication. From time spent working with highly acclaimed performing artists, he knows what it takes to get people performing at their best. He has also spent considerable time working with renowned manipulative physiotherapists to provide excellent outcomes for those with spinal dysfunctions. Giancarlo recognises that pain isn’t just tissue and bone and there are often other factors contributing to pain. He advocates a holistic approach to your physical journey and is a firm believer that if the pain’s not going away, you can’t go wrong with getting strong. Trained in Pilates and a functional fitness enthusiast, he has the tools to get your body feeling its best.

***PLEASE NOTE*** As a director there is an increased fee associated with seeing Giancarlo.

Initial consultations (60-minutes) are $50 above clinic rate
Subsequent consultations (30-minutes) are $30 above clinic rate

Expertise

• Osteoarthritis management, including being a GLA:D program accredited practitioner
• ACL injury management, including non-operative and operative
• Complex and chronic condition management, including second opinion expertise

Meet Luke, who returned to his hometown of Adelaide after living and working in Melbourne expanding his knowledge with some of the country’s most elite and well-respected therapists. Luke is an extremely knowledgeable Physio with a keen eye for detail. He places a strong emphasis on giving you the tools for self-management, and will be sure to address factors contributing to re-injury. Highly experienced in the area of complex and longstanding pain, he recognises the need to address pain from a variety of angles, and builds great relationships to get great results. Trained in Pilates and an avid gym goer himself, he’s a fervent believer that exercise is medicine.

***PLEASE NOTE*** As a director there is an increased fee associated with seeing Luke.

Initial consultations (60-minutes) are $50 above clinic rate
Subsequent consultations (30-minutes) are $30 above clinic rate

Meet Alysha,

Alysha joins the Thrive team with vast experience in the client experience industry, having worked at SkyCity for the last decade. With a track record of going above and beyond for clients and delivering memorable experiences, Alysha will be the first person to greet you on your visit to Thrive Physio Plus.

Outside the clinic, Alysha loves to stay active by participating in crossfit classes, spending time baking, and also volunteering her time with the animal welfare league.

Organised and with a fine attention to detail, expect clear communication with a smile.

Meet Lucy,

Lucy is a vibrant and bubbly member of our administration team. With 3 years- experience in hospitality, retail and coaching, Lucy is well equipped to connect with others.
Her approachable nature and strong communication skills will ensure your experience withThrive Physio Plus is both enjoyable and efficient! Lucy is currently enrolled in a double degree in Exercise and Sport Science and Food and
Nutrition Science. Outside of the clinic, Lucy keeps herself busy through netball, running, travelling and socialising with both friends and family.

If you see Lucy behind the desk, please don’t hesitate to have a chat!