PhysioXtra was established by Kath Chigwidden in 1996. With Co-Director Kevin Whitford, their vision has enabled the company to achieve rapid growth and become a leader within the Physiotherapy profession. Today there are 6 clinics in and around Adelaide and the South Coast. As head physiotherapist for Adelaide Thunderbirds for 8 years, and currently overseeing the services provided to our sporting organisations, Kath is all about accurate assessment, tactical treatment and enduring results. Leading the team of motivated and skilled therapists, Kath developed the 30minute treatment solution that sees PhysioXtra as an industry leader. The ‘Xtra’ is found, not just in the team’s extensive training in general musculoskeletal and sports injuries, but their experience in state and national representative teams.

With Co-Director Kath Chigwidden, their vision has enabled the company to achieve rapid growth and become a leader within the Physiotherapy profession. Today there are 6 clinics in and around Adelaide and the South Coast.

Robert Bowden first started with the PhysioXtra group as a New Physiotherapy Graduate in 2006. Over his time at the company he has worked in all clinics and a variety of sporting clubs. More recently Robert continued to develop and grow the aged care, disability and home care business nationally leading a team of over 1300 staff nationally which included this business being sold to a Private Equity group. Robert has a keen interest in Workplace culture and with publications in this space he shows a passion for innovation. Robert has a continued commitment to PhysioXtra, working to drive excellence and create an elite employee and customer experience.

Caitlin has extensive experience working with the Hocoma Lokomat at our Rehab Centre in Norwood. With a new Lokomat now available at the Marion Clinic, Caitlin will be available at both clinics for all Rehab patients wanting to use the Lokomat as part of their continuing rehabilitation.

After joining the PhysioXtra team in 2009, Tom became Director of the Hallett Cove practice in 2015 and later opened the Seaford clinic in 2018. Tom brings over ten years of clinical experience and a passion for helping people return to function and achieve their goals. Tom and his team are strong believers in continuous education to provide industry leading advice and treatments to their clients, ensuring they receive the best possible care every visit.

APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist, Kerry’s diverse experience is a massive bonus for PhysioXtra. Ranging from working in the hospital sector and private practices to Head Physiotherapist for Norwood Football Club. Kerry was also appointed as a Physiotherapist at the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. Kerry is passionate about building strong relationships with clients and collaborative goal-setting to help people maintain an active lifestyle.

Brad Davenport is a physiotherapist with a bachelor of human movement and health science and a masters of physiotherapy. Brad played football at Happy Valley football club and still looks after the players at the club. Brad loves working with all patients but is keen on sports related lower limb injuries. Brad really enjoys building relationships with patients and working with them to settle their pain.

Locally born and raised in Adelaide, I studied a Master of Physiotherapy at the University of South Australia and completed my studies in 2012. I have a 5 month old daughter and share the same first and last name with my wife. Prior to joining the sportsmed team, I spent 4 years in Katherine in the Northern Territory working in private practice. The rural location provided opportunity that I would otherwise never have seen. Before this, I was in Adelaide working in private practice and was involved with lots of different sporting clubs. I love being able to make a significant positive difference in someone’s life. Having the opportunity to help people rehabilitate from injury and enabling them to return to the things they enjoy doing is something that makes it easy to turn up to work every day. I also enjoy working with anything to do with sport. I love talking sport and helping people return to sport.

Andy Keith has been an integral part of our team for the past six years, consistently demonstrating dedication to our patients’ well-being. He has recently completed a Master of Clinical Rehabilitation (Neurological Physiotherapy) at Flinders University, equipping him with the knowledge and skills required to address the unique needs of patients with neurological conditions.

Vlad brings with him an empathetic ear, incredible knowledge of how the body works, and a particular interest in sports injuries and rehabilitation. Neck injuries are a keen interest of Vlad’s, and he looks to expand his knowledge of them.

Susan has completed a Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) from the University of Melbourne, Australia. She has experience in Dean Watson Headaches, Vertigo, GEMt Dry needling Level 1-3, K-taping Level 1-2, McKenzie Level 1-2, Real Time Ultrasound, Acupuncture Level 1 certified by APA, Integrated Dry Needling Level 1-2, Muscle Energy Technique, Manipulation, Explain Pain, Mulligan Technique, and Polestar Pilates Accreditation.

Charlie is the newest member of the team, joining in January 2022. He completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Honours at the University of South Australia. He has an interest in sports injuries and hydrotherapy.

Andrew is the newest member of the Core Physio Gawler Place team. Andrew graduated from the Uni Of SA with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy last year and joined our team in late January. Andrew enjoys seeing a wide variety of patients, but he has a specific interest in patients with sporting injuries. When Andrew isn’t at work he enjoys going to the gym, hanging out with his friends, and watching all kinds of sports.

Stef is our newest physiotherapist in the Core Physioteam, joining us in January 2022. She completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Honours at the University of South Australia. She treats a wide range of conditions, with a special interest in sports injuries and helping people get back to moving.

Tim is a Physiotherapist at the Core Physio Morphett Vale practice. He has a background in Medical Science and completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy in Canberra. He has experience working with the Canberra Brumbies team members and has a strong focus on lower limb injuries.

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Jonathon started working with AEP in 2020. He completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy at the University of South Australia in 2017. Jonathon is passionate about helping people in pain achieve their goals and get back to doing the things they love. He has a special interest in persistent pain conditions but enjoys helping anyone who is eager to see a change in their current function.

Mitch joined AEP at the end of 2022. He has completed a Bachelors of Physiotherapy at the University of Canberra in 2020. He has a keen interest in general Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy as well as experience working with acute post-operative injuries. He is eager to help anyone who needs assistance in returning to pre-injury function as well as helping people improve their overall health and fitness or those that are interested in developing athletic traits such as speed, power, endurance, strength etc.

Mick joined the team at AEP in 2021. He completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at the University of South Australia in 2018 and previously worked at a busy private practice alongside a Specialist Physiotherapist in the management of persistent pain conditions. His interest in Physiotherapy is to help people improve control over their health and enjoy moving again.