Brighton, South Australia

Max Kavanagh

Director

Having over 40 years in physiotherapy, he has developed a focus on assessing the unique problems of each client and the importance of finding solutions for each individual.

As the clinic Director, Max works hard behind the scenes to educate the community about injury prevention and workplace injuries. He dedicates his time to visiting SA organizations including RSL clubs, Rotary clubs and Probus clubs to spread the word on the importance of posture and injury prevention. If you are part of a business or organisation needing an enthusiastic speaker, we'd love to hear from you!

Max's interests are:

• Posture
• Foot biomechanics 
• TMJ (jaw pain)
• Vertigo and dizziness

Michelle

Practice Manager

Michelle started her career with us in 2010 as part of our Support Team and has been a vital part of our clinic's growth, becoming our Practice Manager in 2021. 

She enjoys the balance of reconciling accounts, managing stock inventory and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the clinic while also maintaining the many relationships and rapport she has with our clients. 

Rhyan Eason

Senior Physiotherapist

Rhyan moved from Alice Springs to Adelaide to pursue further study in the health industry and completed her Bachelor of Medical Science and a Masters of Physiotherapy.

Working at Back in Motion in Brighton since 2014, enjoying the problem-solving aspect of her role and educating clients on how to help themselves through injury and rehabilitation, with an overall focus on self-empowerment and independence.

Rhyan is also accredited to provide the Onero program for those with osteoporosis.

Rhyan's interests are:

• Pain science and education
• Chronic pain education and management
• Exercise and movement-based rehab

Mark Griffiths

Senior Physiotherapist

Mark was born and raised in Adelaide and after graduating high school made the decision to join the Australian Army in 2005.

Having undergone 2 shoulder reconstructions, he became very interested in his own rehabilitation and how to prevent further injuries. It was with this in mind that he realised that his interests lay in helping people with their physical health and achieving their fitness goals, and he graduated from University with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. 

Mark is also accredited to provide the Onero program for those with osteoporosis.

Mark's interests are:

• Veteran's Health
• Strength and Conditioning
• Patient education and empowerment
• Tendinopathy

Maddie Kavanagh

Senior Physiotherapist

Maddie completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy with First Class Honors at the University of South Australia. She also completed her honors thesis in biomechanics and lifting techniques and has continued to enjoy learning about the role of forces on movement patterns and injuries. 

She worked in the Semaphore Back In Motion Clinic for three years before leaving to travel and live abroad. Maddie then worked as a Physiotherapist in London for over 2 years before returning home to bring her passion for education and empowerment to the clients at Back In Motion Brighton.

Maddie is also accredited to provide the Onero program for those with osteoporosis.  

Her interests are: 

• Headaches
• Dry Needling
• Shoulder Rehabilitation
• Functional movement

Maggie Smith

Associate Physiotherapist

Maggie moved from country Victoria to Adelaide to complete a Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Honors at the University of South Australia. This has been a goal of Maggie’s since she was young, and is now thrilled to be part of the Back in Motion Brighton team.

She strives to assist people to acknowledge their capabilities and improve their overall function with the aim to return back to doing what they enjoy most. She has been involved with Fulham United Football Club since 2019, assisting with injuries and game day preparation.

She is one of our GLA:D certified physiotherapists helping clients who suffer from hip or knee pain.

Maggie is also accredited and certified to provide PD Warrior, which is our  Parkinson's Disease program.

Maggie's interests are:

• Osteoarthritis (knees and hips)
• GLA:D (Good Living with Arthritis: Denmark)
• Parkinson's Disease
• Sporting Injuries

Amantha Kirkham

Associate Physiotherapist

Previously a Sports Scientist, Amantha's background in Physical Preparation for elite athletes allows her to use her extensive knowledge in this field when seeing musculoskeletal injuries. 

Amantha is also accredited to provide the Onero program for those with osteoporosis.

Amantha's interests are:

• Neck and headaches
• Lower back and pelvic pain
• Sports rehabilitation 

Daniel Teh

Clinical Physiotherapist

Daniel is a physiotherapist who graduated from the University of South Australia, with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours). He has a strong desire to assist his clients in their journey to reduce pain, achieve goals and return to their full potential.

Daniel takes a holistic approach to care by combining evidence-based practice, hands-on therapy, and education to help understand his client's condition and prevent recurrence.

He's previously worked at the Flinders Medical Centre as an allied health assistant for 3 years and had been involved with the Port Adelaide Football Club as a sports trainer. Born in Malaysia, Daniel is fluent in both English and Mandarin. 

Daniel's interests are:

• Sports injury
• Post-op rehabilitation
• Neck and headaches
• Lower back pain

Chelsea Cooke

Clinical Physiotherapist

Born and raised in Adelaide, Chelsea found a passion for educating and inspiring people toward living their best healthy life which lead to her studying physiotherapy and completing her Bachelor of Health Science, Bachelor of Letters in Sports Coaching and Masters in Physiotherapy. 

She is one of our GLA:D certified physiotherapists helping clients who suffer from hip or knee pain.

Maggie is also accredited and certified to provide PD Warrior, which is our  Parkinson's Disease program.

Chelsea's interests are: 

• Aged care physiotherapy
• Falls prevention
• Adolescent physiotherapy
• Ankle rehabilitation
• GLA:D (Good Living with Arthritis: Denmark)

Quinn Lee

Clinical Physiotherapist

Quinn was born and raised in Vancouver, Canada. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology and has previously worked as a personal training, kinesiologist and cross fit coach. 

A former Olympic weightlifting competitor, Quinn enjoys a wide range of sports, including ice hockey, paintball, snowboarding, powerlifting, body building and running. 

His passion for physiotherapy stems from personal experience - having dealt with multiple foot fractures, concussions and shoulder instability, he developed a strong interest in helping others take control of their recovery. 

Quinn's interests are: 

• Movement-based rehabilitation
• Patient education and empowerment
• Strength and conditioning 

Tim Chen

Remedial Massage Therapist

Tim became a massage therapist after having a successful Engineering career, which included travelling and working overseas. In 2016, he relocated to Adelaide to further his studies and realised that he finds value in helping people. He began working in the human service industry and believes massage has a significant impact on improving health and well-being.

In 2022, Tim graduated with a Diploma in Remedial Massage from Endeavour College of Natural and Health, Adelaide.  Tim is a member of Massage & Myotherapy Australia (MMA). He is interested in learning new techniques to keep his skills. He is interested in treating muscle tension related to headaches, chronic lower back pain and shoulder discomfort.

Kirsty

Support Team & Social Media

Kirsty joined our support team in 2014 and works hard to ensure the team works smoothly and efficiently by learning and training new systems and procedures.

After several years of looking after our social media platforms (Facebook and Instagram) and working behind the scenes on in-house marketing, she officially became the clinic's Social Media Manager in 2021.

Michaela

Support Team

Michaela joined our Support Team in 2021 having spent 22 years in customer service and hospitality. She enjoys building rapport with the clients ensuring their experience at Back In Motion is positive and encouraging.

Lisa

Support Team

Having spent many years in Medical Administration, Lisa was excited to join the world of Physiotherapy. Her wealth of knowledge allows her to assist clients over the phone and in-person.