THE TEAM

Nathan loves a challenge and loves to problem solve. Chronic repetitive or recurring injuries, biomechanical or altered movement patterns – there’s pieces to the puzzle in amongst this information that will help us get to the real problem.

After many years working in a variety of fields, Nathan can more readily draw upon experience to cut through the noise and get you moving in the right direction quickly and smoothly.

Nathan started his own practice in 2007, and essentially through word of mouth and reputation has seen it grow rapidly and enthusiastically looks forward to its development in the next phase.

In addition to managing his own practice, Fusion Physiotherapy, Nathan has been involved as the physiotherapist for elite sports teams, including Commonwealth Games athletes, the VFL Bendigo Bombers and TAC U18 Bendigo Pioneers.

Nathan has been involved in teaching undergraduate physiotherapy students from La Trobe University in the areas of musculoskeletal physiotherapy.

Special Interests: Neck pain & Headache, Shoulder injury & rehab

From the moment you meet Lou you will move at a different pace. Her quiet assurance will be a welcome reprieve from the constant ‘noise’ that can be persistent pain. Learn to breathe again and help control your pain and the difficult emotions that it evokes.

Knowledge is power, and with many years of experience Lou is keen to share some of that knowledge with you.

Lou has 20 years experience as a Physiotherapist and extensive experience in rehabilitation and Pain Management.  Lou is skilled in using the latest, best-practice approaches in managing persistent pain. Her approach model encompasses;

• educating people with the latest information
• assisting clients develop everyday skills to manage pain independently
• overcome fears surrounding activity & exercise
• setting achievable goals
• effective stress management and relaxation techniques

Specialties: Chronic or persistent pain, Spinal conditions, PhysioChi

Jane is a trail-blazer. With her advanced skills, she now offers Exercise Physiology services and clinical exercise to the private clientele of Central Victoria.

Jane is passionate about the concept of ‘exercise as medicine’ and aims to instil the habit of regular physical activity in all clients.

Jane holds Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement) & Graduate Diploma Health Science (Exercise Rehabilitation) degrees from the University of Ballarat and a Masters in Public Health from the University of Wollongong. With over 15 years experience in the industry Jane has worked with many client groups, specialising in musculoskeletal clinical exercise prescription and chronic disease lifestyle management.

Jane has worked as a senior clinician at Bendigo Health and prior to this was working as a clinical exercise physiologist at the University of Ballarat, where she also lectured in the undergraduate and postgraduate human movement and sports science programs. Locally, Jane has worked with the successful Bendigo Lady Braves basketball team as a sports trainer as well as with individual athletes from a variety of sports.

Kate is a Monash University graduate, and joins the Fusion team with experience working in the NDIS and TAC supporting people to achieve their goals. She has experience in working with people with physical disabilities, cognitive disabilities, neurological disorders and spinal cord injuries. Kate works across the lifespan, with children and adults of all ages.

Eleisha is one of the latest recruits to our team of physiotherapists. As a recent graduate she brings with her the latest in knowledge and research, immediately applying this theory to her practice. She brings enthusiasm and energy to her work as she begins to carve out her career.

Eleisha is a key member of our home-based services, aimed at aged care and post-operative rehabilitation. Eleisha will also be involved in rooms and hydrotherapy.

Outside of physio, Eleisha is a coach and A-grade player with Eaglehawk Netball club and as such understands the demands and requirements for those returning to sport from injury.

Interests: Aged Care, Exercise Prescription & Rehabilitation

Australian Pilates Method Assoc. Instructor; BaAppSc (Human Movt).

Robina returns to Bendigo having lived in the US for the past several years. Robina was keen to be involved once again in the local Pilates scene having been one of its first components in this town, as director of Bendigo Pilates in 2003. So feel very fortunate she has decided to join our team.

With over 20+ years experience as a Pilates Instructor, Robina brings a wealth of knowledge and experience working with many different conditions. Robina has successfully developed and delivered Pilates to athletes, injured workers, mums, and children alike.