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About

At Movement for Life Physiotherapy we are committed to evidence-informed, best practice clinical care, ensuring our clients receive optimal diagnoses, exceptional treatment and sustainable outcomes. As a result we are the preferred provider of physiotherapy, exercise therapy and massage therapy services in our region.

About

At Movement for Life Physiotherapy we are committed to evidence-informed, best practice clinical care, ensuring our clients receive optimal diagnoses, exceptional treatment and sustainable outcomes. As a result we are the preferred provider of physiotherapy and exercise physiology services in our region.

Why choose Movement For Life Physiotherapy?


At Movement for Life Physiotherapy, we are committed to your health and wellbeing and deliver the highest level of care in Darwin and the Top End. We adopt a holistic approach centred around your personal goals, combining our extensive industry knowledge with the latest evidence to deliver lasting results. 


No referral is necessary and HICAPS is available to allow you to claim through your private health insurer automatically after your appointment. 


We welcome NDIS clients, Workers Compensation and Motor Accident Claimants, Medicare EPC referrals and Veteran's Affairs card holders.

Community Involvement Accreditations

Our Facilities


Two locations

Movement For Life Physiotherapy has two locations:

Coconut Grove

Rosebery

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Gym

Our clinics are equipped with gym and pilates equipment,  and dedicated areas for individual and group exercise sessions.

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Hydrotherapy Pool

Our purpose built indoor hydrotherapy pool is the perfect place for therapeutic exercise sessions and rehabilitation.

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The A-Team


It's true. We really are the A-Team.

Why the A-Team? Because we are Accredited. Our team is a carefully selected group of people, each with their own unique skill set and approach, all seeking the same common goal - great outcomes for our clients.


Read on to learn a little more about each member of our team and why we are so proud of each one of them.

NICK JONES

Director

APA Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist, APAM, MACP

As a company director, Nick invests his soul and imagination into every aspect of Movement For Life Physiotherapy. As a physiotherapist, Nick is passionate about Sports, and has a special interest in managing lower limb presentations, overuse injuries and adolescent sports injuries. He has travelled extensively as physiotherapist with hockey and with AussieMed Foundation to Nepal.


Special Clinical Areas: Sports Physio | Dry Needling | Load Management | Return to Sport | Return to Work


Locations: Coconut Grove

SALLY JONES

Director

Senior Physiotherapist, APAM

MBA

Sally is a passionate physiotherapist and business director.  Since graduating from the University of South Australia in 1999, Sally has developed a strong belief in the ethical delivery of health care services. Sally has long advocated for clinic accreditation and has been the driving force behind the development of clinical models to deliver consistently high levels of quality and care to patients.


Special Clinical Areas: Neck Pain | Shoulder Pain | Fracture Management


Locations: Coconut Grove

RICHARD PENDLE

Senior

Physiotherapist, APAM

Richie is a passionate physiotherapist with a keen interest in sports and musculoskeletal physiotherapy.  Having worked in private practice in Naracoorte, Richie relocated to Darwin in 2019 and currently works at our Coconut Grove clinic.  He was physiothersapist to the AFL NT Thunder Academy from 2020-2022 and continues to work closely with amateur and aspiring AFL athletes.  Outside of work, Richie loves to travel and plays football for Pints FC.


Special Clinical Areas: Sports Physio | Dry Needling


Locations: Coconut Grove

MEAGAN COLSEY

Senior

Physiotherapist, APAM

An experienced and skilled physiotherapist, Meagan has worked in private practice in Adelaide and Darwin since graduating in 2012.  During this time, she has undertaken further training in dry needling and Pilates mat work. Meagan is especially passionate about patient rehabilitation and helping patients return to work and sport.

Outside of work, Meagan enjoys running and functional training.


Special Clinical Areas: Functional Strength & Conditioning | Sports Physio | NDIS  |  Rehab | Core Plus | Dry Needling | Hydrotherapy


Locations: Coconut Grove

ZAIN JAVAID

Senior

Physiotherapist, APAM

Originally from Pakistan, Zain has physiotherapy degrees from Pakistan and New Zealand, and a post graduate Master in Gerontology and Rehabilitation. 

Zain is currently studying a Master of Sports Physiotherapy (La Trobe University).  He has a special interest in vertigo and vestibular problems. Outside work Zain is a keen cricketer and enjoys spending time with family and friends.


Special Clinical Areas: Sports Physio | Dry Needling | Hydrotherapy | NDIS | Rehabilitation


Locations: Coconut Grove | Rosebery

CALLUM MACKINNON

Senior Physiotherapist, APAM

Callum hails from regional South Australia and grew up playing a wide range of sports including basketball and hockey. Since  graduating with a B. Physio from Uni SA in 2013, Callum has worked extensively across the public and private health sectors in Australia.  Outside work Callum is a keen musician, spending time on a number of different projects and playing regularly at local Darwin venues. 


Special Clinical Areas: Vertigo  | Sports Physio | NDIS | Rehab | Core Plus | Dry Needling |  Falls and Balance | Migraines


Locations: Coconut Grove

JORDAN SMITH

Physiotherapist, APAM

Jordan graduated from the Flinders University in South Australia in 2019. A Darwin local, Jordan has relished the opportunity to return home and commence his career with Movement for Life Physiotherapy.  A passion for sports physiotherapy, Jordan has previously worked with the South Adelaide Panthers in the SANFL and the AFL NT Thunder Academy.


Special Clinical Areas: Sports Physio | Strength & Conditioning | Dry Needling | NDIS | Rehabilitation | Hydrotherapy


Locations: Coconut Grove | Rosebery

Rajya Khadka

Physiotherapist, APAM

Rajya grew up in Kathmandu, Nepal, before studying physiotherapy in India. Since graduating, she has work as a physiotherapist abroad, and in Sydney in a multi-modal rehabilitation setting while advancing her skills in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. Rajya speaks fluent Nepalese and enjoys treating a range of conditions including low back, neck, shoulder and knee pain.


Special Clinical Areas: Rehabilitation | Orthopaedics | Neuro Physio | NDIS


Locations: Coconut Grove | Rosebery

HAYLEY HARRINGTON

Physiotherapist, APAM

Hayley hails from central Victoria and has completed a Bachelor of Applied Science degree and a Master of Physiotherapy through LaTrobe University. As a previous state representative basketball player, Hayley has a professional interest in Sports Physiotherapy, as well as Orthopaedics and Clinical Pilates.  Hayley continues to enjoy social basketball and netball, as well as fishing, camping and outdoor pursuits.


Special Clinical Areas: Functional Strength & Conditioning | Sports Physio | NDIS  |  Rehab | Core Plus | Hydrotherapy


Locations: Coconut Grove

BRIDGET O'DWYER

Physiotherapist, APAM

Bridget grew up in a small country town in central Victoria and has completed a Bachelor of Applied Science degree and a Master of Physiotherapy through LaTrobe University. Bridget enjoys playing netball and AFL, and has a professional interest in Sports Physio, as well as Strength and Conditioning and Clinical Pilates. Bridget is passionate about assisting patients to get back to doing what they love and achieving their goals.


Special Clinical Areas: Functional Strength & Conditioning | Sports Physio | NDIS  |  Rehab | Core Plus | Hydrotherapy


Locations: Coconut Grove

ELLEN YANG

Massage Therapist

Ellen Yang is a talented and popular massage therapist providing a valuable complimentary service to the Top End community.  Ellen is skilled in a variety of techniques including remedial, sports, deep tissue, and shiatsu massage.  Ellen works closely with the team at MFLP to ensure effective and sustainable outcomes with her clients.


Special Clinical Areas: Sports Massage | Remedial Massage | Shoulder Pain | Neck Pain | Back Pain


Locations: Coconut Grove

ANGELA ROGERS

Administration/Receptionist

Angela joined the team in an Administration role in 2012. She has previous experience in the health industry as well as retail and hospitality. Angela works at both our Coconut Grove and Rosebery clinics. Outside of work Angela enjoys the Territory's great outdoors - fishing, camping, and swimming, preferably without crocodiles.

MONIQUE BURNS

Receptionist

Monique joined Movement for Life Physiotherapy as a receptionist in late 2021.  With a background in customer service, management and administration duties, Monique brings a wealth of experience to our clinics.  In her spare time Monique enjoys reading, cooking and spending time with her family.










MELEEKA QUALL

Receptionist

Allied Health Assistant

Meleeka joined Movement for Life Physiotherapy as a receptionist and Allied Health Assistant in 2023. A graduate of the Indigenous Allied Health Academy, Meleeka holds a Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance and undertook traineeship placements with Careflight and the NT Aboriginal Health Academy. A Darwin local, Meleeka enjoys playing netball, walking on the beach and spending time with family.


Special Clinical Areas: Rehabilitation | Orthopaedics | Neuro Physio | NDIS


Locations: Coconut Grove | Rosebery

Community Involvement


At Movement For Life Physiotherapy we are committed to giving back and supporting the community that supports us. Each year our team identifies organizations that they would like to support.


There are many ways that we support different community organisations, through sponsorships, fundraising events, education and teaching, committees and boards.  Some of the organisations and events we have supported include:

  • Australia's Biggest Morning Tea
  • Ride 2 Work
  • AussieMed Humanitarian Missions to Nepal
  • Darwin Hockey League
  • Pint Football Club player Sponsorship
  • NT Touch Football
  • Sports Medicine Australia NT Branch
  • Hockey NT High Performance Committee
  • Fannie Bay Classic
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  • What motivates us and makes us want to volunteer our time?

    Movement For Life Physiotherapy is a local business and has a strong connection with the local community.


    We believe in equal access to healthcare and are committed to developing strategies to achieve this goal.


    By engaging with our community, we provide a valuable resource that people can engage with, improving the health knowledge of our people and promoting the value of physiotherapy.

We know that Physiotherapists don’t just offer treatment - their advice can help prevent problems from returning or even from happening in the first place.

If you feel we could be of any benefit to your organization by volunteering a small amount of our time, we would love to hear from you. We welcome your ideas and if we can accommodate them we will do so.

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