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Back In Motion

Brighton, South Australia

Opening hours

Mon:8:00am - 7:00pm

Tues:8:00am - 7:00pm

Wed:8:00am - 7:00pm

Thurs:8:00am - 7:00pm

Fri:8:00am - 6:00pm

Sat:8:00am - 12:00pm

A letter to our clients.

Welcome to Back In Motion Brighton.

Choosing a healthcare provider is a big decision, and we're grateful you've taken the time to get to know us. Our team is passionate about providing friendly, personalised care and helping every client feel supported from their very first visit.

We can't wait to welcome you to the clinic.

Max & Maddie

Class Timetable

  • Semi-Private Clinical Exercise
  • Onero
  • PD WARRIOR for Parkinson's
  • GLAD

Get in touch

If you wish to get in touch directly, we can be reached at brighton@backinmotion.com.au.

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Our Service Offering

Physiotherapy

Whether you have back pain, neck pain, flexibility or mobility issues, our physios at Back In Motion can help resolve your pain and improve the quality of your life. 

Find out why physiotherapy is a GP's most recommended health professional today.

What can Back In Motion physio do for me?

We'll use the latest clinical research and physio equipment to develop a personal treatment plan to help you recover for your specific condition.

You don’t need a GP's referral to see a physio, and often we'll work as part of a team to plan and manage treatment for your specific condition or injury.

How will a Back In Motion physio assess my injury?

We'll assess your condition to diagnose the problem and focus on how to help you heal with tangible tools like Results4Life®

What sort of treatments do Back In Motion physios use?

Treatments include:

- Exercise prescription
- Postural analysis and correction
- Soft tissue massage/mobilization
- Dry needling
- Management of lifestyle issues such as desk set up, pillow and gym programs
- Prescription of aids such as crutches, orthotics and braces

What else does Back In Motion offer? 

We’re a one-stop shop for allied health, and also offer related health services such as clinical/reformer Clinical Exercise, remedial massage, exercise rehab and more.

We work in partnership with you to identify how we can resolve your pain and condition, and then how to heal you and get you stronger to ensure it does not happen again. 

Semi-Private Clinical Exercise

Once you have completed a prescribed series of one-on-one Clinical Exercise sessions, your physio may recommend you commence semi-private Clinical Exercise classes. These classes have a maximum of five participants. You'll receive guidance and attention from the physiotherapist instructing the class in accordance with your individual Clinical Exercise program. Your program may include a combination of mat and reformer work.

ONERO®

Our Clinic is now Licensed to deliver ONERO® to our clients with or at risk of osteoporosis. ONERO® is appropriate for adults of any age wishing to reduce their risk of osteoporotic fracture.

ONERO® is an osteoporosis treatment based on exercise designed specifically to prevent osteoporotic fracture by stimulating bone development and preventing falls in at-risk individuals.

Remedial Massage

Whether you’re wanting to loosen tight muscles, soothe your body or simply relax, Back In Motion offers a range of massage services.

There are many places that offer massage these days, but few offer highly-qualified and trained physios with extensive knowledge of the human body to help your body heal.

Why should I have a remedial massage at Back In Motion?

We take a tailored approach, targeting key areas of your body chosen by you and your physio and it’ll be completed in a safe and professional environment.

Our highly-experienced physios have spent more than four years at university learning about human anatomy and biomechanics. We know your body and can identify the causes of aches, pains and soreness, ensuring a better result every time.

What remedial massage services are offered at Back In Motion?

We offer a range of massage services including remedial massage, sports therapy massage and deep tissue massage, so you can benefit from qualified physios and their extensive knowledge of the human body.

What are the benefits of regular remedial massage?

Massage is beneficial to the body in many ways, both physically (tissue manipulation) and emotionally (relaxation). A regular massage can provide check ups with your physio, treat niggles, prevent new injuries/pain and help with maintenance.

Sporting clubs, athletes, and massage devotees see our expert physios and therapists for a reason: because we know your body and can identify the causes of aches, pains, and soreness, ensuring a better result every time.

GaitScan® Assessment

Back In Motion’s scientific GaitScan® assessment technology allows your physio to closely analyse your foot mechanics. This is done by measuring timing sequences, mapping foot pressure and providing an in-depth visual report that you can take home.

Using GaitScan®, your Back In Motion physiotherapist can then determine whether faulty foot function is the cause of your discomfort and whether custom orthotics will benefit you. If so, the results of your assessment are used to create customer orthotics moulded and manufactured specifically for your needs.

Custom Orthotics

When a small problem develops in your feet, a subtle change in the way you walk can cause a chain reaction that alters your posture and movement mechanics. The symptom of poor foot mechanics can include localised foot pain, bunions, arch or heel pain, leg or knee pain, hip or back pain – and even neck pain. Custom orthotics have been shown to correct these issues, giving you improved balance, posture, and general wellbeing.

Aged Care Physiotherapy

We provide a range of physiotherapy services for seniors and residencies in the community. We support aged care facilities, supported residential services, and retirement villages. We can also visit clients in the privacy of their own home.

Dry needling

Whether you have back pain, neck pain or other musculoskeletal injuries, dry needling with acupuncture needles can be an effective part of your treatment plan.

Dry needling can help reduce muscle tension and pain levels and trigger a healing response in injured tissues within the body. As opposed to acupuncture, dry needling works directly on the injured body part, not meridian or energy flows.

Shockwave Therapy

Whether you have plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow or an injury that won’t heal, shockwave therapy can help.

Shockwave therapy – also known as Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) – is a non-invasive therapy that uses low-frequency, acoustic shockwaves generated via a handheld device that kick starts the body’s natural healing response in tissue that may not have responded to medication, rest or other therapies.  

If you have tried rest, medications, other therapies or even steroid injections to overcome the  injury, and are now considering surgery, then Shockwave Therapy could be a good option for you.

Up to 92% of patients report significant improvement in their tendon pain after a course of shockwave therapy.

Find out more about Shockwave Therapy at Back In Motion

GLA:D - Good Life with Arthritis: Denmark

Now available at Back In Motion, GLA:D Australia is an 12 week education and exercise program for knee and hip osteoarthritis, provided under the supervision of a GLA:D certified physiotherapist.

What is GLA:D?

This education and exercise program reflects the latest evidence in osteoarthritis (OA) research. It includes feedback from people with OA as well as what works in the real world to help manage OA symptoms.

GLA:D training consists of:

  • A first appointment explaining the program and collecting data on your current functional ability.
  • Two education sessions to teach you about OA, how the GLA:D exercises improve joint stability and how to retain this improved joint stability outside of the program.
  • Group neuromuscular training sessions twice a week for 12 weeks to improve muscle control of the joint which leads to reduction in symptoms and improved quality of life.
NDIS Physiotherapy

What is the NDIS?

The National Disability Insurance Scheme is a nationwide support program for Australians under 65 with a permanent and significant disability.

The program allows for supports and services in a wide range of areas to assist those with a disability achieve their goals and enhance their quality of life.

Physiotherapy under the NDIS is directed at improving an individual’s capacity for daily living and improving their health and wellbeing.

Clinical Exercise

Whether you’re wanting to improve your flexibility, core strength or your posture, Back In Motion offers Clinical Exercise and reformer Pilates facilitated by qualified physios.

Many gyms and exercise studios offer Clinical Exercise these days, but few places offer personalised and tailored programs to help you recover, achieve your goals sooner and help stay injury-free.

Why should I do Clinical Exercise & Pilates at Back In Motion?

Our qualified physios supervise you during class to offer you a safe and effective program.

When you do Clinical Exercise with us, you’re in a smaller class with an individual program designed just for you – so you’ll progress faster and are less likely to get injured.

What equipment is available at Back In Motion?

We offer a range of specialised Pilates equipment, including reformers, trapeze tables and floor-based exercises to help you progress and achieve your health and fitness goals.

Who will benefit the most out of Clinical Exercise & Pilates?

Clinical Exercise can benefit everyone – from the elite athlete wanting to improve their core strength, to a beginner seeking to improve their flexibility and muscle strength.

We recommend all of our Back In Motion clients try Clinical Exercise at least once. Once you see the results and feel the benefits, you'll be hooked!

What are the health benefits of Clinical Exercise & Pilates?

The health benefits of Clinical Exercise include improved flexibility, increased muscle strength and tone, core stability, improved balance, spine stabilisation and improved posture.

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Meet the team

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Max Kavanagh

Director

Max Kavanagh

Director

With more than 40 years of experience as a physiotherapist, Max has built his career around understanding the unique needs of every individual and helping people find practical, long-term solutions to move and feel better.

As the Director of Back In Motion Brighton, Max remains passionate about educating the community on injury prevention, healthy movement, and workplace wellbeing. He regularly presents to local organisations including Rotary, Probus and RSL clubs, sharing practical advice that helps people stay active and independent.

When he's not in the clinic, you'll often find him working behind the scenes to support the team and continue growing the clinic's strong reputation within the local community.

His interests are:

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

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Maddie Kavanagh

Director

Maddie Kavanagh

Director

Maddie completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy (First Class Honours) at the University of South Australia. Her Honours research explored biomechanics and lifting techniques, sparking a lasting interest in how movement patterns influence performance, injury and recovery.

Since joining Back In Motion Brighton in 2021, Maddie has become known for her thorough assessments, evidence-based treatment, and caring approach. In 2025, she stepped into the role of Clinic Director while continuing to work closely with clients.

Maddie is also an accredited Onero practitioner, helping people living with osteoporosis improve their strength, confidence and bone health through evidence-based exercise.

Her interests are: 

  • Headaches
  • Dry Needling
  • Shoulder Rehabilitation
  • Functional movement

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Michelle Allen

Practice Manager

Michelle Allen

Practice Manager

Michelle joined Back In Motion Brighton in 2010 as part of our Support Team and has played an integral role in the clinic's growth ever since. In 2021, she became our Practice Manager, overseeing the day-to-day operations that keep the clinic running smoothly.

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Amantha Kirkham

Senior Physiotherapist

Amantha Kirkham

Senior Physiotherapist

Before becoming a physiotherapist, Amantha worked as a Sports Scientist, developing physical preparation programs for elite athletes. This unique background gives her a strong understanding of movement, performance and injury management.

She enjoys helping people of all ages return to the activities they love through evidence-based treatment, tailored rehabilitation and practical advice.

Amantha is also an accredited Onero practitioner, delivering specialised exercise programs for people living with osteoporosis.

Her interests are:

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

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Maggie Smith

Associate Physiotherapist

Maggie Smith

Associate Physiotherapist

Originally from country Victoria, Maggie moved to Adelaide to complete her Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) at the University of South Australia—a career she had dreamed of pursuing from a young age.

Maggie is passionate about helping people recognise what they're capable of and supporting them to return to the activities they enjoy most. She combines hands-on treatment, exercise and education to create personalised treatment plans that build confidence and improve function.

Maggie is also certified to deliver both the GLA:D® program for hip and knee osteoarthritis and PD Warrior®, an evidence-based exercise program for people living with Parkinson's disease.

 

Her interests are:

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

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Chelsea Cooke

Associate Physiotherapist

Chelsea Cooke

Associate Physiotherapist

Born and raised in Adelaide, Chelsea has always been passionate about helping people lead healthier, more active lives. She completed a Bachelor of Health Science, a Bachelor of Letters (Sports Coaching), and a Master of Physiotherapy.

Chelsea enjoys working alongside clients to understand their goals and create individualised treatment plans that improve movement, reduce pain and build confidence.

She is certified to deliver the GLA:D® program for hip and knee osteoarthritis and is also accredited to provide PD Warrior®, supporting people living with Parkinson's disease to move with greater confidence and independence.

 

Her interests are: 

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

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Thomas Eriksson

Clinical Physiotherapist

Thomas Eriksson

Clinical Physiotherapist

Thomas is a warm, empathetic and dedicated physiotherapist who completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy (First Class Honours) at the University of South Australia.

Inspired by his sporting background in football and basketball, Thomas enjoys helping people from all walks of life return to the activities that matter most to them. He takes a holistic, evidence-based approach, combining hands-on treatment, exercise rehabilitation and education to achieve lasting results.

Thomas works collaboratively with every client to develop personalised treatment plans that support both short-term recovery and long-term health.

He is also an accredited Onero practitioner, delivering evidence-based exercise programs for people living with osteoporosis.

His interests are:

  • Spinal pain, including lower back and neck pain
  • Lower limb injuries (ankle, knee, hip)
  • Sporting injuries & rehabilitation
  • Chronic pain management
  • Dry Needling

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Evie Spreadbury

Clinical Physiotherapist

Evie Spreadbury

Clinical Physiotherapist

Evie has experience across private practice and public healthcare settings in the UK, with a strong background in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and a special interest in women's health.

Having represented her county in cricket while growing up, Evie developed a passion for physiotherapy through her own experiences with sporting injuries and rehabilitation. This inspired her to pursue a career helping people improve their physical function and return to the activities they enjoy.

Evie takes an evidence-based, patient-centred approach to care, combining hands-on treatment, exercise rehabilitation, and education to help patients achieve their individual goals. She enjoys treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions and has undertaken additional training in women's pelvic health.

Clinical Interests:

  • Women's health
  • Sporting rehabilitation
  • Sports massage

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Tim Chen

Remedial Massage Therapist

Tim Chen

Remedial Massage Therapist

After a successful career in engineering that included working overseas, Tim discovered a passion for helping people improve their health and wellbeing, leading him to pursue a career in remedial massage.

Since relocating to Adelaide in 2016, Tim has worked within the human services industry while completing his Diploma of Remedial Massage at Endeavour College of Natural Health. He graduated in 2022 and is a member of Massage & Myotherapy Australia.

Tim enjoys helping clients reduce pain, relieve muscle tension and move more comfortably through tailored remedial massage treatments.

His interests are:

  • Massage techniques
  • Cupping Therapy
  • Dry Needling
  • Headaches
  • Lower back pain
  • Shoulder discomfort

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Kirsty

Support Team

Kirsty

Support Team

Kirsty joined the Back In Motion Brighton Support Team in 2014. She plays a key role in ensuring the day-to-day operations of the clinic run smoothly for both the team and our clients. Whether she's supporting the reception team, coordinating behind-the-scenes processes or helping improve the client experience, Kirsty enjoys creating a welcoming and organised environment for everyone who walks through the door.

In addition to her administrative role, Kirsty manages the clinic's social media and website, helping connect the local community with the services and care available at Back In Motion Brighton.

Facebook: @backinmotionbrighton

Instagram: @backinmotionbrighton

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Michaela

Support Team

Michaela

Support Team

Michaela joined our Support Team in 2021 after more than 22 years working in customer service and hospitality.

She loves building genuine relationships with clients and is committed to making every visit to Back In Motion Brighton a positive and welcoming experience. Whether greeting clients at reception or assisting over the phone, Michaela is always happy to help.

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Lisa

Support Team

Lisa

Support Team

With many years of experience in medical administration, Lisa brings a wealth of knowledge and professionalism to our Support Team.

She enjoys helping clients both over the phone and in the clinic, ensuring every interaction is friendly, efficient and supportive. Lisa takes pride in helping each person's experience at Back In Motion Brighton run as smoothly as possible.

Our Practice

Our team

Our physiotherapists use their extensive knowledge and experience to support your wellbeing, treating a wide range of conditions and helping you move and function at your best.physical function.

Our goal for your health

Our team takes the time to listen to your concerns and identify the underlying cause of your pain. We are committed to understanding why you’re experiencing symptoms and supporting you to achieve your goals for better health.

Extended Hours

We’re committed to making physiotherapy accessible, with our team available during extended hours for clients who need appointments outside of standard times.