What we treat

John Ryan - Physiotherapist, Kawana Sportscare 

John completed a post-graduate degree in Physiotherapy in 2006 following a degree in radiography and has worked at Kawana Sportscare since graduation.

His areas of interest include:

  • Treatment of lower limb biomechanical issues
  • Sports injuries particularly golfing injuries
  • Shoulder and knee problems
  • Use of real-time ultrasound in rehabilitation of low back pain
  • Return to work gym programs
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SIJ Dysfunction

The Sacroiliac joint is located in the lower back and joins the tail bone/ sacrum to the pelvic bones/ ileums. There are two SIJs on either side and their job is to transfer weight from the spine to the pelvis. If excessive forces are placed on these joints, injury/dysfunction may occur. This can be from bending, sitting, lifting, twisting or from running/ jumping. It can be traumatic or from repetitive/prolonged forces. read more