Physica Yarra Valley Team
Nevine brings over 28 years of clinical experience as a Physiotherapist, including five years as a practice manager. She has specialized in vestibular rehabilitation for 18 years and continence and pelvic floor physiotherapy for 22 years. Her diverse career spans hospitals, private practice, community health, rehabilitation services, and research, including her work on the TELKO study at Melbourne University.
Nevine is bilingual in Egyptian and speaks some Italian, enhancing her ability to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds. Her clinical expertise includes managing spinal and musculoskeletal conditions, shoulder injuries, pelvic girdle and hip pain, whiplash, sports injuries, vestibular and neurological disorders, paediatric care, bladder and bowel health, as well as adult and geriatric rehabilitation.
She is highly skilled in delivering a variety of physiotherapy programs, such as spinal rehabilitation, core stability, Pilates, functional restoration for chronic low back pain, continence rehabilitation, falls prevention, vestibular and balance therapy, and strength training. Nevine uses evidence-based practices and outcome measures to identify the root causes of her clients’ issues, empowering them to reduce pain, stiffness, weakness, leakage, and dizziness, and improve their overall strength, mobility, and balance.
Clinical Interests/Special Interests
- Vestibular Rehabilitation: Nevine has completed extensive vestibular training, including three vestibular certifications and an intensive competency-based course at Monash University. She uses advanced tools like Frenzel goggles to assess and treat conditions such as BPPV, vestibular neuritis, migraines, and balance disorders.
- Continence and Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy: With a Postgraduate Certificate in Continence and Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation from Melbourne University, Nevine helps clients manage bladder and bowel conditions, pelvic organ prolapse, and post-surgical recovery.
- Musculoskeletal and Ante/Postnatal Care: She supports clients with pelvic girdle pain, sacroiliac joint dysfunction, lumbosacral instability, diastasis recti, and perineal tears.
Nevine is dedicated to educating and empowering her clients, helping them achieve better health and well-being through personalized care.
Clinical INTERESTS
- Persistent neck and low back pain
- Hip, groin and pelvic girdle pain (gluteal tendonitis and hip bursitis)
- Headache associated disorders
- Patellofemoral conditions
- Hand therapy
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Clinical Interests
- Spinal and hip conditions
- Headaches and TMJ (jaw) dysfunction
- Rotator cuff disorders
- Adolescent and paediatric clients
- Post Surgical Rehabilitation
- Clinical Pilates
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Clinical Interests
- Hip, groin and buttock pain
- Pre and post-operative hip rehabilitation
- Lumbar spine and pelvic pain
- Knee arthritis
- Clinical Pilates
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Clinical Interests
- Headaches
- Neck Pain and Whiplash
- Lower back pain
- Knee pain
- Gluteal Tendinopathy and bursitis
- Shoulder pain – rotator cuff tears and bursitis
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PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS:
- Vestibular conditions i.e. BPPV
- Sporting injuries
- Post-operative rehabilitation
- Foot and ankle
- Shoulders
- Neck and Back Pain
- Dry Needling
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Feroz graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Applied Science and his Master of Physiotherapy Practice in 2019.
Feroz has a passion for all areas of musculoskeletal physiotherapy, particularly with sporting injury management and rehabilitation. He has a special interest in neck & back pain, shoulder pain, knee and ankle conditions, post-operative rehabilitation and hydrotherapy.
Feroz believes in a combination of manual and exercise-based therapy along with education and evidence-based practice when treating patients. He also believes in patient-centred care and providing tailored treatment plans based on each individual’s specific goals and lifestyle.
Beyond his professional life, Feroz loves playing footy, basketball, golf, going to the gym and spending time with his family and friends.
Clinical Interests
- Neck, thoracic and lower back pain
- Shoulder Pain
- Knee and Ankle Injury
- Post-operative rehabilitation
- Hydrotherapy
- Clinical Pilates / Exercise therapy
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In 2018, Maddie successfully completed her studies at La Trobe University, and she is currently pursuing her Masters of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at the same institution. Additionally, she has received training in pilates through the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI) and consistently incorporates movement principles into her treatment approaches.
Throughout her career, Maddie has been dedicated to working in private practice, prioritizing patient-centered care. Her focus is on ensuring her clients achieve their maximum potential during their rehabilitation process.
Maddie possesses a particular passion for women’s health and specializes in treating spinal conditions, with a particular emphasis on neck pain, cervicogenic headaches, and thoracic (upper back) pain. Her expertise also extends to effectively managing vertigo and handling complex cases involving underlying health conditions.
Beyond her professional life, Maddie enjoys engaging in various activities. She relishes socializing, camping, hiking, and playing netball. Additionally, she has a love for baking. To stay active, Maddie frequents the gym and enjoys long walks with her groodle, Otis.
Clinical interests:
- Spinal conditions
- Neck and Lumbar pain
- Women’s health Neck pain
- Cervicogenic headaches
- Mid back pain
- Vertigo
- Clinical Pilates
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