Jess Lewington grew up in Wagga with a passion for sports and helping others. Jess developed a passion to become a Sports Physiotherapist at an early age. Jess completed her physiotherapy degree through Charles Sturt University in 2013.

Jess has had experience working with NRL clubs, including North Queensland Cowboys, Brisbane Broncos and Parramatta Eels as well as working as a manager of 20 Physiotherapists and 2 Occupational Therapists in community Rehabilitation in Sydney.

Jess brings her sports physiotherapy skills to Enhance Physiotherapy Albury-Wodonga, as well as further skills in Women’s Health Physiotherapy and Clinical Pilates. Jess will be working between the Albury and Wagga clinic.

After completing his schooling in Wagga Wagga, Matt studied Physiotherapy at Charles Sturt University in Albury. Matt moved back to Wagga Wagga permanently at the beginning of 2014 to join the Active Physiotherapy team.

Matt has a passion for all sports which drives his interest in sports related injuries and has had experience working with elite sports people through the AFL at both senior (GWS Giants & Indigenous All-Stars) and junior (Boomerangs & Giants Academy) levels.

Matt has professional interests in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, sports injuries, rehabilitation and Men’s health.

Nathan is currently undertaking post-graduate studies in Sports Physiotherapy through La Trobe University in Melbourne. Nathan has worked in the private practice setting, as well as working at the private hospital and onsite occupational physiotherapy at Visy Board.

Nathan loves to treat sports injuries with a primary focus on injury prevention. Nathan’s special interest include; running re-training, vestibular rehabilitation and workplace ergonomics.

Nathan has completed further training in dry needling, sports and spinal rehabilitation and occupational physiotherapy.

Martin graduated from the University of South Australia in 1997 with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Physiotherapy.

Martin has worked in a variety of areas which include community health, teaching musculo-skeletal and cardiothoracic clubs and a keen interest in athletics/running coaching, with a focus on improving technique, promoting core stability and injury prevention.

Martin was involved at Ovens and Murray level with both the Wangaratta Rovers and Wangaratta Magpies Football and Netball Clubs for 8 years and has spent the last 3 years with the Wagga Tigers Football and Netball Club.

Chris graduated from Charles Sturt University in 2014 and has been working in a private practice in North East Victoria since.

Chris has been involved with the Murray Bushrangers TAC Cup team for the past five years including time as the rehabilitation coordinator and head physiotherapist. He also has experience working with regional Victoria representative level netball teams.

Chris is a credentialed McKenzie therapist in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy. His main professional interests include musculoskeletal and sporting injuries, particularly the management of low back pain.

Sarah graduated in 2017, and has spent the last 18 months working in private practice here on the Border. Sarah’s interests lie mostly in the lower limb and pelvis. Sarah enjoys managing feet & ankles and hopes to do further training in this area soon.

Last year, Sarah completed the GLA:D Hip & Knee Arthritis Program training, she has a very keen interest in managing hip and knee arthritis to help improve function, reduce pain and achieve goals.

Sarah also enjoys working with a wide spectrum of other hip and knee injuries. Sarah has experience working with athletes and sporting teams and looks forward to doing more of this work in the coming seasons.

Following his physio training at CSU in 2004, Dave commenced his professional career in a rotational role at the Albury Base Hospital. This consolidated his knowledge in orthopaedics, post-surgical, chest physiotherapy and rehabilitation.

In 2007, Dave moved into the Occupational Rehabilitation field, working with businesses to assist injured workers with their return to work process both in the NSW and VIC Compensation schemes, in conjunction with providing manual handling training.

This experience led to a Case Manager role with John Holland Construction in 2009 under the Comcare scheme, and a move to Melbourne. Dave continued his “on the ground” approach to manual handling and injury management, through a variety of projects to address specific injury management needs

In conjunction with gaining his Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, Dave worked on developing a “Body Stressing Awareness Program”, which turned the tables on traditional Manual Handling training.

With a move back into clinical physiotherapy in 2014, Dave brings with him the skills and passion in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, workplace injury management, manual handling training, ergonomic assessments, dry needling and sports & rehabilitation strapping.

Zac completed his Doctor of Physiotherapy studies at Bond University graduating in 2017. Prior to this Zac completed undergraduate studies in Physical Education and worked for a short period as a teacher.

With his background in education Zac aims empower his patients with the knowledge they require to reach and exceed their physical goals.

Zac has a keen interest in running and endurance sport and has experience working among elite, sub elite and recreational athletes.

Zac has extensive experience performing running assessments, designing running programs, load management and strength and conditioning programs for endurance athletes.

Outside of work Zac competes in ironman triathlon and marathon running, which has shaped his passion for this as a physiotherapist.

Kayla has successfully completed her higher school certificate, graduating in September 2017 with a Cert II in Hospitality Operations.

Whilst working at Enhance Physiotherapy Kayla has completed her Cert III in Business Administration (Medical) and her role in the clinic has successfully developed as she is now taking on the role of Practice Manager.

Kayla has many hobbies including photography, cooking, archery, and a love for dogs.

Ashley Completed her year 12 certificate in 2016. She has a strong passion for health and fitness which motivated her to further her studies and successfully complete a Cert IV in Allied Health Assistance.

Ashley commenced her position at Enhance in 2019 as the new Float Tank and Hyperbaric Chamber Operator.

Ashley’s interests outside of work include fitness, food and spending time outdoors such as camping and walking.