Matt Fagg - Principal Physiotherapist

Matt grew up in Newcastle and trained and the University of Newcastle, graduating in 2007. After graduating, he worked in Newcastle for several years at Kotara, Broadmeadow and Jesmond before spending the last 5 years working, travelling and playing basketball around various parts of Australia and the world.

Matt has extensive experience as a Physiotherapist, having been a physio for the Newcastle Knights, National Basketball League, National Touch League, NEAFL and various amateur teams for Netball, AFL, Rugby League and Basketball.

Since graduating, Matt has continued his education in Physiotherapy through various courses, inservices and practical experience with some of Australia's leading specialists. Matt is also trained in dry needling and cupping which can complement traditional physiotherapy techniques, especially in relieving muscle spasms and pain.

Matt has a special interest in hip, knee and shoulder conditions, including arthritis and overuse conditions as well as sports injuries. Matt has also been getting great results in relieving neck and back pains and headaches.

Matt is keen and ready to help you, and always puts his best effort into each session. He is interested in a range of topics from sport to travel and world issues and still plays basketball socially. Matt works Monday - Saturday at Wallsend. Call now or use our online booking service to book an appointment!

Keith Chapman - Senior Physiotherapist

Keith graduated from the University of Brighton with Honours in 1995 and worked in the National Health Service in the UK for six years, as well as being the club physiotherapist for Royston Rugby Union Club.

In 2001 Keith moved to Australia and Newcastle, doing hospital work for a year before merging into private practice. Keith has worked in several physio clinics in the Newcastle area and has vast experience in assessing and treating musculoskeletal conditions. He has worked with Olympic Swimmers, Professional Basketball Players, Champion Runners and countless Local Star Athletes/Sportspeople.

Keith is still a keen learner and regularly attends physio courses to keep updated on the latest developments in the physiotherapy profession. He is trained in Dry Needling and Acupuncture and is a Certified Level 1 Sports Physiotherapist. Keith loves treating Swimming Injuries, Sports Injuries and any conditions in the Knee, Ankle and Foot.

Outside of work, Keith enjoys time with his children and keeping fit with regular gym sessions, swimming and martial arts. He follows EPL soccer and international rugby keenly, and enjoys watching most other sports when he has the time.

Keith gets great satisfaction out of watching his clients move and feel better and loves the local community of Wallsend. Book Online with Keith or call to find a time that suits you: (02) 4023 2797.

Lauren Castelijn - Physiotherapist

Lauren joined our team in Feb 2018 and has been going from strength to strength since! Lauren received a scholarship at the University of Newcastle and graduated with Honours, averaging a Distinction throughout her course.

Lauren recently worked as a volunteer in the Philippines, helping set up rehabilitation protocols for professional athletes and gaining valuable experience working with rare conditions, particularly in children. She is actively involved in the community as a Team Leader for WAVE Kids Club as well as various study groups and loves being able to help people.

Lauren grew up a keen gymnast and has also been a Netball player and umpire for years so has a big interest in helping people recover from sporting injuries. Like all of our physios, she has a passion for relieving painful conditions and making a lasting difference in people's lives.

Lauren is great with shoulders, sports injuries and kids.

Lauren is available for bookings Monday - Friday at Wallsend - Book Online Now to secure your appointment or Call our friendly reception team.

Emma Mills - Physiotherapist

Emma joined us in 2019 and brings a great variety of experience to our physio team! Emma is originally from Orange but has been travelling throughout Australia and working in a multitidue of clinics along the way, picking up plenty of skills along the way.

As well as her work experience, Emma has done extra courses in Shoulder Management, Low Back and Pelvis Assessment, Headache Treatment, Dry Needling and Mobilisation of the Neuroimmune system.

Emma is very personable and a very dedicated and caring Physio. She is great at treating headaches, low back pain, sports injuries and shoulders but will be able to help with any painful condition.

Emma is available for bookings Tuesday - Thursday at Wallsend - Book Online Anytime to secure your appointment or Call our friendly reception team.