15+ years of physiotherapy experience
Aged care & NDIS physiotherapy providers
Available for home & clinic appointments
To enrich the lives of our local community by providing exceptional physiotherapy.
For every interaction with our physio clinic to be personable and reassuring.
To improve the physical and mental wellbeing of our clients through our physiotherapy services.
For our team to be recognised as the leading physiotherapy providers on the Central Coast.
Qualifications
Masters of Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy
Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Craig Paulsen
APA Musculoskeletal and Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist Principal Physiotherapist
Craig has been a practising Physiotherapist for over 15 years. As the founder of Your Physio Advantage, he brings a wealth of experience to help clients on the Central Coast and has a passion to help each client move better, perform well and be pain-free.
Craig has clinical sub interest areas in the management of shoulder and knee conditions. He has completed a postgraduate Masters in Musculoskeletal and Sports physiotherapy and has previously worked with a number of professional sporting teams.
Craig’s in-depth knowledge of injuries and rehabilitation helps to assist all clients from all walks of life. Whether you are an older adult, have a disability or are an athlete, Craig provides the same high level of attention focused on your individual needs.
Qualifications
Master of Rehabilitation (Neurological Physiotherapy)
Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy)
Esther Wignarajah
Senior Physiotherapist / Neurological Physiotherapist
Esther has been a practising physiotherapist for 8 years and has extensive experience working in adult rehabilitation units focused on orthopaedic, neurological and geriatric conditions. She initially worked in Westmead Hospital getting exposure to the public hospital setting and various health conditions, before working in private rehabilitation hospitals in Sydney for seven years.
Esther has recently completed postgraduate training to manage complex neurological conditions and has a special interest in the rehabilitation of stroke and Parkinson's disease. Esther's Master’s research project was based on goal setting practices by allied health disciplines based in the private rehabilitation hospital setting.
Esther likes to hike and is excited to explore the Central Coast's beaches, parks, and waterfalls. She also likes trying out different cuisines at restaurants and cafes as she loves to travel and would love to visit Morocco and Spain in the future. Esther has played netball, basketball and tennis leisurely and has previously lived in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Bachelor of Sport and Physical Education
Ariel Gillies
Physiotherapist
Ariel commenced her career after graduating with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy, coupled with a Bachelor of Sports and Physical Education. She has four years of experience working with clients as a qualified Physiotherapist at a private practice on the Central Coast prior to her move to Your Physio Advantage.
Ariel specialises in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, treating lower limb injuries and knee injuries. She has also worked with clients of the NDIS in the community to provide strength and conditioning programs.
Prior to her career as a Physiotherapist, Ariel earned a degree in Physical Education and worked as a sports trainer. Her love for sports was initiated during her upbringing in Canada where she grew up downhill skiing in the winter and hiking in the summer. Since relocating to Australia seven years ago, Ariel has been participating in the Australian Football League.
Ariel enjoys the challenges of working with clients of all ages at Your Physio Advantage and within the Central Coast community. Each day keeps her on her toes with new challenges. She loves spending time with her clients and enjoys the privilege of being invited into their homes to provide her expertise in Physiotherapy.
In between home visits, you can find Ariel checking out the best coffee and lunch spots our amazing Central Coast has to offer.
Qualifications
Masters of Physiotherapy
Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science
Jack Channon
Physiotherapist
Jack is a Central Coast local who joined Your Physio Advantage to continue his career working as a community physiotherapist. Jack aims to empower clients to achieve their goals and assist them to live independently in their own homes. Jack's clinical interests are falls prevention, strength and balance programs and rehabilitation of neurological conditions.
When Jack isn't at work you will find him in the winter playing football for Southern Ettalong and in the summer Cricket for Southern Spirit. Jack is a keen league supporter and is awaiting the next NRL premiership for the Roosters! Jack is available for home visits Monday to Friday across the Central Coast.
Qualifications
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Jonalyn Wittwer
Physiotherapist
Jonalyn developed a passion for working with older adults while working as an in-home carer while completing her undergraduate studies. Jonalyn completed a Bachelor of Science in Biology at Metropolitan State University of Denver. During her graduate studies, Jonalyn was on an athletic scholarship for basketball and graduated with the highest distinction.
Moving to Australia to complete her Doctor in Physiotherapy at Macquarie University she joins Your Physio Advantage to continue her pursuit of providing rehabilitation in the community. When not at work, Jonalyn can be found playing basketball for the Central Coast Rebels or coaching a number of Central Coast junior Basketball teams.
Jonalyn is available for appointments Monday to Friday for rehabilitation in the home.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Business Majoring in Marketing and Management
Anita Alan
Practice Manager
Anita brings her wealth of experience in management to the team and clients of Your Physio Advantage. Anita is the friendly voice on the phone and the first point of contact for your enquires. Anita has a passion for serving the Local community and sits on a number of local committees including the Achilles running club and Parklands Community Preschool. On the weekend you might spot her on her motorbike or grabbing a coffee at the local café.
We accept HICAPS payments to provide on the spot refunds from all private health insurers. Medicare rebates will be provided with a referral from your GP for a chronic disease management plan, previously known as a primary care plan.
Workers Compensation, Compulsory Third Party insurance (CTP) and Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) are all welcomed at Your Physio Advantage.
We treat:
Ideally you should wear clothes that are comfortable and loose enough to not restrict movement and allow access to the area of your specific injury or pain.
At your first appointment, we will start with an initial assessment with questions about your pain or injury and what you wish to achieve through your physiotherapy treatment. A range of physical tests may be provided to establish your level of mobility and flexibility.
No, you do not need a referral in order to see a physiotherapist. As physiotherapists are primary healthcare practitioners you can simply call Your Physio Advantage to book an appointment.
Physiotherapists can refer patients for x-rays, ultrasounds and MRIs, however they can not order bone scans or CT scans. The only physiotherapy-referred imaging that you can receive a Medicare rebate for is x-rays of the spine and hips.
Yes, if you are covered for ancillary cover with your private health insurer then you will receive a rebate within the limits of your health insurance policy.
Physiotherapy can be covered by Medicare under certain circumstances. If you have a chronic condition (present for 6 months or longer) that requires a Chronic Disease Management Plan (CDM) given to you by your doctor, then you may be eligible for up to 5 Medicare funded physiotherapy treatments per year.
Things that you may need to bring to your physio appointment include, but are not limited to:
We are located in Shop 11 at Green Point Shopping Village, ½ Link Rd, Green Point NSW 2251 and 63 Brisbane Water Drive, Point Clare, NSW 2250.
