Our Clinic - Burnside
About Burnside
- Mon: 8:30am – 8:00pm
- Tue: 8:00am – 8:00pm
- Wed: 7:30am – 8:00pm
- Thu: 7:30am – 8:00pm
- Fri: 7:30am – 7:00pm
- Sat: 8:00am – 1:00pm
Reception Hours
- M-T: 8:30am – 7:30pm
- Fri: 8:00am – 6:00pm
- Sat: 8:30am – 12:30pm
Contact Us
Our Burnside Team
- Scott Brown
- Ben Freeman
- Freya Wildash
- Josh Gauci
- Aidan Scipioni
- Merridy Rough
- Sergio Tatlian
- Stephanie Gall
- Zoe Herde
- Hands On Physiotherapy
- Jett Swaffer
- Hands On Physiotherapy
- Courtney Bignell
Meet Scott Brown
Physiotherapist / Practice Manager
Services
Qualifications
Bachelor of Physiotherapy, University of South Australia
Experience
Pilates Level 1-8
Dry Needling Level 1 (Doug Carey)
The McKenzie Institute Australia Part A – Lumbar Spine (Celia Monk)
The McKenzie Institute Australia Part B – Cervical Spine (Celia Monk)
Treatment of Pelvis and Lumbar Spine – (Dr Barbara Hungerford)
Kinesio Taping Level 1 & 2 (Thuy Bridges)
GEMT Dry Needling Level 1 (Robert De Nardis)
GEMT Dry Needling Level 2 (Robert De Nardis)
Lyn Watson Level 1 Shoulder Course (Lyn Watson)
Anatomy Trains (Thuy Bridges)
Treatment of the Thoracic and Cervical Spine – (Dr Barbara Hungerford)
McKenzie Institute Australia Part C – Advance Lumbar Spine & Extemeties Lower Limb (Helen Claire)
Introductory Vestibular Rehabilitation (Vanessa Simpson)
GLA:D Good Life with OsteoArthritis: Denmark – Hip and Knee (Christian Barton
The Shoulder, simple, scientific, modern (Jared Powell)
Affiliations
Australian Physiotherapy Association
APA SA Business Group Committee
Background
Scott is the director of our Burnside, Campbelltown, and Newton clinics. With a wide range of experience up his sleeve, Scott works using a wide variety of techniques and treatments to effectively treat his clients and improve their pain and general wellbeing.
Scott is currently not available for New Client bookings. Please contact the admin staff to be booked with one of our other experienced physiotherapists.
Meet Ben Freeman
Physiotherapist
Services
Qualifications
Bachelor Of Science (Honours) Physiotherapy, Sheffield Hallam University, United Kingdom
Experience
Pilates:
Pilates Equipment Based Rehabilitation, Levels 1-8 (The Physical Therapy Institute)
Real Time Ultrasound Workshop: Latest Technology to Assess & Retrain Core Stability (The Physical Therapy Institute)
Musculoskeletal:
Introduction to the McKenzie Method for the Lumbar Spine
Introduction to the McKenzie Method for the Cervical Spine
Assessment and Management of the Shoulder & Elbow
Assessment and Management of the Hip & Knee
Return to Sport After Injury
Shockwave: The Management of Soft Tissue Injuries
Management of Pelvic Joint Dysfunction
Management of Thoracic Cage & Rib Joint Dysfunction
Cupping: An Approach to Mobilising Soft Tissues and Fascia
Manual Therapy:
The Mulligan Method Examination and Treatment of the Upper Quadrant
AMTA Muscle Energy Techniques – Pelvis
Headaches:
Watson Headache® Approach Level 1
Dry Needling:
GEMt Dry Needling Level 1 (Global Education of Manual Therapists)
GEMt Dry Needling Level 2 (Global Education of Manual Therapists)
Vertigo / Neurological:
Vertigo & Vestibular Rehabilitation Level 1 (The Physical Therapy Institute)
Vertigo & Vestibular Rehabilitation Level 2 (The Physical Therapy Institute)
Affiliations
Australian Physiotherapy Association
Background
Ben is the Senior Clinical Physiotherapist at our Burnside clinic. With over 20 years of experience as a physiotherapist, Ben works with his clients and our other physiotherapists to deliver effective health management techniques that support overall wellbeing.
Meet Freya Wildash
Physiotherapist
Services
Qualifications
Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Physiotherapy Practice, La Trobe University, Australia
Bachelor of Arts, Major in Sociology, Monash University, Australia
Experience
Women’s Health:
Pre & Post Natal Treatment
Pre & Post Natal Pilates
Pelvic Treatment
Ultrasound Therapy for Mastitis
Physiotherapy Pilates Levels 1-8 (Nick Lagos)
Introduction to McKenzie Lumbar Spine (Nick Lagos)
Introduction to McKenzie Cervical Spine (Nick Lagos)
Assessment of Shoulder (Chris Greenfield)
Assessment and Management of Elbow (Chris Greenfield)
Assessment of Hip Joint (Chris Greenfield)
Assessment and Management of Knee (Chris Greenfield)
Assessment and Management of Headaches (Nick Lagos)
Return to Sport After Injury (David Ayres)
Taping Part I (Madhav Parab)
Sports Medicine Australia’s (SMA) Level 1 Sports Trainer course
Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI) Pilates Matwork level 1
Neuromuscular Trigger Point Dry Needling Level 1 (GEMt)
Interests:
Women’s Health Physiotherapy (completed outpatient women’s health and the continence)
Gymnastics – former Victorian state level 10 gymnast and current Women’s Artistic Gymnastics (WAG) intermediate coach accredited with Gymnastics Australia
Sporting Injuries
Optimising Physical Activity Across the Lifespan
Affiliations
Australian Physiotherapy Association
Background
Meet Josh Gauci
Physiotherapist
Services
Qualifications
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Research Honours), University of South Australia
Currently Studying: Masters of Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy, La Trobe University
Experience
Pilates:
Pilates Equipment Based Rehabilitation, Levels 1-8 (The Physical Therapy Institute)
Musculoskeletal:
Introduction to the McKenzie Method for the Lumbar Spine
Introduction to the McKenzie Method for the Cervical Spine
Assessment and Management of the Shoulder & Elbow
Assessment and Management of the Hip & Knee
Return to Sport After Injury
Shockwave: The Management of Soft Tissue Injuries
Sports Physiotherapy Level 1 (Australian Physiotherapy Association)
Complete Sports Practitioner (Bradley Scanes)
Management of Sports Trauma (ACSEP SEM Academy)
Dry Needling:
GEMt Dry Needling Level 1 (Global Education of Manual Therapists)
GEMt Dry Needling Level 2 (Global Education of Manual Therapists)
GEMt Dry Needling Level 3 (Global Education of Manual Therapists)
Vertigo / Neurological:
Vertigo & Vestibular Rehabilitation Level 1 (The Physical Therapy Institute)
Concussion Rehabilitation and Management (Your Brain Health)
Concussion Practical Workshop (Your Brain Health)
Concussion in Sport for Healthcare Practitioners (Australian Institute of Sport)
Affiliations
Australian Physiotherapy Association
Background
Josh has a strong interest in sports physiotherapy and general musculoskeletal injury management. He has experience working with a variety of clients, from everyday individuals to recreational and community-level athletes. He enjoys helping clients with a combination of tailored rehabilitation exercise programs and manual therapy techniques, such as dry needling. This ensures clients are able to stay active and achieve their physical goals.
Outside of the clinic, Josh uses his sports physiotherapy expertise at a football club, whilst also studying his Masters of Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy. Josh will be travelling with the Australian Masters Hockey Team later this year for their World Cup campaign.
Meet Aidan Scipioni
Physiotherapist
Services
Qualifications
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours), University of South Australia
Experience
Introduction to McKenzie Lumbar Spine (Nick Lagos)
Introduction to McKenzie Cervical Spine (Nick Lagos)
Assessment of Shoulder (Chris Greenfield)
Assessment and Management of Elbow (Chris Greenfield)
Assessment of Hip Joint (Chris Greenfield)
Assessment and Management of Knee (Chris Greenfield)
Assessment and Management of Headaches (Nick Lagos)
Affiliations
Australian Physiotherapy Association
Background
Meet Merridy Rough
Physiotherapist
Services
Qualifications
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours), University of South Australia
Experience
Introduction to McKenzie Lumbar Spine (Nick Lagos)
Introduction to McKenzie Cervical Spine (Nick Lagos)
Assessment of Shoulder (Chris Greenfield)
Assessment and Management of Elbow (Chris Greenfield)
Assessment of Hip Joint (Chris Greenfield)
Assessment and Management of Knee (Chris Greenfield)
Assessment and Management of Headaches (Nick Lagos)
Affiliations
Australian Physiotherapy Association
Background
Meet Sergio Tatlian
Massage Therapist
Services
Qualifications
Experience
Affiliations
Background
Meet Stephanie Gall
Physiotherapist
Services
Qualifications
Bachelor of Physiotherapy, University of South Australia
Experience
The Sporting Elbow, Wrist & Hand course –
Jared Powell: The Shoulder, Simple, Scientific, Modern Course
Jenny McConnell: Approach to Problem Shoulders Course
Shockwave
Neuromuscular Trigger Point Dry Needling Level 1 (GEMt)
McKenzie Lumbar
McKenzie Cervical
Real Time Ultrasound
Ultrasound Therapy
Pilates Level 1-8 (Nick Lagos)
Pilates – Mat Pilates
Introduction to floor Pilates
Kinesiology taping
Level 1 Sports Trainers Accreditation – Sports Medicine Australia
Affiliations
Australian Physiotherapy Association
Background
Meet Zoe Herde
Physiotherapist
Services
Qualifications
Experience
Affiliations
Background
Meet Jett Swaffer
Physiotherapist
Services
Qualifications
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours), University of South Australia
Experience
Affiliations
Background
Jett is a dedicated physiotherapist with a passion for sport and movement, shaped by years of competing in a variety of high-level sports. Growing up, he developed a deep appreciation for how the body performs, adapts, and recovers, an experience that ultimately inspired him to pursue physiotherapy. He enjoys working with individuals and athletes of all levels, as well as those looking to move better in everyday life. Jett has a strong focus on musculoskeletal rehabilitation, injury prevention, and performance optimisation. His approach is practical, evidence-based, and tailored to each person, combining hands-on treatment with targeted exercise to help clients recover, build resilience, and perform at their best.
Meet Courtney Bignell
Physiotherapist
Services
Qualifications
Bachelor of Physiotherapy, University of South Australia
Diploma of Remedial Massage, Endeavour College
Experience
Trigger Point Dry Needling (2014) City Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy Pilates Levels 1-8 (Nick Lagos)
Introduction to McKenzie Lumbar spine (Nick Lagos)
Introduction to McKenzie Cervical spine (Nick Lagos)
Assessment and Management of Headaches (Nick Lagos)
Taping by RockTape Australia
Hydrotherapy
Ultrasound Therapy
Ultrasound Therapy for Mastitis
Shockwave
Pre & Post Natal Pilates
Affiliations
Australian Physiotherapy Association
Background
Currently on maternity leave
Services Offered at our Burnside Location
Our experienced team stays updated with the latest industry research, ensuring effective treatments to improve your strength and mobility.
We offer the following services at this location:
- Hands On Physiotherapy
- Headache & Migraine Management
- McKenzie Spine Therapy
- Hydrotherapy
- Massage Therapy
- Pre & Postnatal Physiotherapy
- Motor Vehicle Accident Rehabilitation
- Pain Management
- Sports Physiotherapy
- Dry Needling
- Shockwave Therapy
- Women’s Health
- Falls & Balance
- Physio Group Exercise
- Home Visits
- Vertigo
- Work Accident Rehabilitation
- TMJ Physio
- NDIS
Preferred Provider Health Funds