About Us

At Sydney Physio Group, we believe in getting you back to your full potential as quickly as possible. Our highly skilled and passionate physios will work with you to achieve your goals, no matter how big or small.

Our signature approach to physiotherapy places you at the center of every treatment plan. Taking the time to understand you and your needs means we can provide you with the highest level of care, taking all the guesswork and uncertainty out of traditional treatment.

We are committed to providing you the best possible care in a friendly and fun environment, whilst striving to bring you the latest and most evidence based treatments. Our physio team has a vast range of experiences and training to help you in a range of expert areas such as back and neck pain, womens Health, pre/postnatal and pilates.

Meet Our Physio Team

Our physio team has a vast range of experiences and training to help you in a range of expert areas such as back and neck pain, sports injuries, women health, pre/postnatal and pilates.

Sarah Jarratt

Physio / Director

Alex Donald

Physio / Director

Jessica Kingsford

Physio / Team Leader

Elizabeth Rigg

Physio / Team Leader

Scott Lyon

Physio / Team Leader

Claire Mills

Womens Health Physio

Laura Trumble

Physio, Womens Health

Zara Nelson

Physio

Bri Henderson

Physio – available via Telehealth from Japan

Cat Miller

Physio

Alex BM

Physio

Gemma Wickham

Physio

Lara Fowler

Physio

Marcus Vilnis

Physio

Physio / Director

Sarah Jarratt

BAppSci (Physiotherapy)

Sarah has an extensive background in sport and exercise, and has combined this passion with her ‘hands on’ physio skills since graduating from Sydney University. Having played competitive netball and waterpolo, she has a great appreciation of the role of exercise based therapy in both the treatment and prevention of injury. Sarah has spent a number of years teaching group fitness classes in gyms around Sydney, from which she has developed a keen interest in Pilates-style core stability training. She incorporates this in the treatment of back and neck pain, and sport-specific rehabilitation. Sarah has also had extensive training in various dry needling methods such as trigger point needling, which can often be useful in the treatment of many musculoskeletal injuries. 

Prior to establishing Sydney Physio Group, Sarah had a number of years experience in sports coverage, in particular as a physiotherapist for the NSW Paralympic Football Team. 

She takes a pragmatic approach to treatment, understanding the demands of our modern lifestyle on our bodies – whether it be home, work or sport related, and she is keen to work with you to keep you as active as possible throughout the injury process.

Physio / Director

Alex Donald

BAppSci (ExSpSci), MPhty

Alex, a University of Sydney Master’s graduate with over 15 years of experience, initially worked as a sports scientist before transitioning to elite-level physiotherapy. He co-founded Sydney Physio Group alongside Sarah, establishing
practices that focus on simplicity, practicality, and delivering excellent results.
 

Recognizing the prevalence of persistent back and neck pain among his patients, Alex collaborated with leading physiotherapists to develop tailored techniques and treatments suited to patients’ daily lives.

Amid an industry largely populated by IT professionals grappling with headaches and associated neck pain, Alex emerged as a prominent figure in addressing such debilitating injuries. He has crafted a comprehensive method for headache treatment, encompassing manual therapy, postural adjustments, and customized exercise regimens tailored to individual circumstances and requirements. 

Alex incorporates Pilates into the treatment of back and neck pain. He takes a functional approach to treatment, getting you back to normal as quickly as possible.

Physio / Team Leader

Jessica Kingsford

B.App.Sc PT

Senior Physio, Women’s Health Physio.

Jessica is a dedicated physiotherapist with a holistic approach to healing and earned her Bachelor of Applied Science in Physiotherapy from Northern Queensland.

With a hands-on approach, Jessica specialises in women’s health physiotherapy, addressing pelvic floor assessments, incontinence, pregnancy and post-natal conditions, prolapse-related discomfort, and mastitis. Her extensive expertise also extends to treating workplace, postural conditions, post-op rehabilitation, and a wide range of sporting and adolescent injuries.

Jessica’s commitment to personalised care shines through as she employs various treatment techniques, such as dry needling, trigger point release, and muscle energy techniques, tailored to everyone. She ensures that every patient’s unique needs and goals are met, fostering a comprehensive healing experience.

Jess is an experienced women’s health physio, and has a particular interest in pessary fitting and treating pelvic pain.

Beyond her practice, Jessica enjoys exploring the scenic beauty of Sydney, snowboarding and the odd salsa dance. Be sure to ask her for tips on the latest restaurants in Sydney and caring for indoor plants!

Physio / Team Leader

Elizabeth Rigg

BSpExSci, MPhty

Senior Physio, Women’s Health Physio (On Maternity Leave)

Liz is an experienced Physio with a wealth of knowledge. Her warm and welcoming manner makes it hard to get to see Liz, but call us we might be able to squeeze you in….

With an extensive sports history since a young age, Elizabeth developed an interest in sports injuries and rehabilitation. This lead her on to doing a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science and then a Masters of Physiotherapy at Sydney university.

Since then Elizabeth has developed years of experience working in private practice and treating many patients with various sporting and sedentary lifestyle injuries, particularly knee injuries and pain, and with a focus on exercise based rehabilitation to resolve these injuries as well as preventing future injury.

Liz enjoys spending her free time playing with her daughter!

Physio / Team Leader

Scott Lyon

BPhysio

Scott’s passion for Physiotherapy began while he was working as a CrossFit trainer, teaching members safe and functional movements, and promoting an active lifestyle. In order to pursue his passion, Scott packed up his belongings, left North Queensland and made his way to Sydney.

Scott has amazing abilities in:

– Fitness Training injuries
– Ankles
– Exercise-based treatment

Scott can most often be found in the CrossFit gym, hiking along trails rarely travelled and volunteering with the State Emergency Service.

Womens Health Physio

Claire Mills

Claire Mills is a Physiotherapist with a special interest in Womens Health, based on the Northern Beaches of Sydney. Claire understands the uniqueness of every woman’s body and hopes to empower and support women throughout all stages of life to achieve optimal health. Claire underwent training as a Physiotherapist in Sydney, and since then has worked both within Australia and internationally, across both public and private sectors. She has done further studies in Womens Health Physiotherapy and Clinical Pilates. 

Claire specialises in
– Prepare for labour
– Aches and pains in pregnancy
– Postnatal check
– Prolapse management
– Pessary fitting
– Incontinence
– Abdominal separation
 

Whether you are looking to return to sport post baby, managing the aches and pains that pregnancy can bring, dealing with the various symptoms of menopause or experiencing chronic pain linked to conditions unique to women such as Endometriosis- Claire is here to help.

Womens Health Physio

Laura Trumble

Laura completed her physiotherapy studies in Melbourne and has worked across both public and private healthcare settings throughout Australia and the UK. She has undertaken further training in pregnancy, the postnatal period, and pelvic floor-related dysfunction. Additionally, she holds qualifications in Clinical Pilates and has a special interest in post-operative rehabilitation. Laura is passionate about delivering high-quality, personalised care tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Outside of work, you’ll find Laura exploring her new home on the Northern Beaches and enthusiastically learning to surf!

Physio

Zara Nelson

BPhysio

Having grown up playing elite tennis and having coached for 5 years, she has a keen interest in sports injuries and getting people back to their best.

Zara’s special interests are:
•   Sporting injuries and rehabilitation
•   Shoulder injuries
•   Knee injuries

In her free time Zara enjoys going on walks, going to the beach and re-exploring Sydney.

Physio - available via Telehealth from Japan

Bri Henderson

BPhysio

Growing up on the coast, Brianna has an energetic and holistic approach to life. She understands the importance of living a healthy lifestyle and aims to have a positive impact on the community by empowering others to reach their goals and prioritise their physical wellbeing through an evidence-based approach to treatment.

Through education, manual therapy, pilates and progressive exercise rehabilitation she recognises that ongoing prevention and strengthening is just as important as managing pain and injury. The big goal is to get people back to doing the things they love, whether that is returning to sport or navigating everyday life.

Brianna has a special interest in treating:
-Running injuries and kinematics
-Ankles injuries
-Womens Health  

When not at work you’ll find Brianna along the NSW coastline exploring national parks, surfing, freediving, ocean swimming or chasing waterfalls.

Physio

Cat Miller

Growing up competing at Elite levels of running and following her fair share of injuries, Cat quickly developed an appreciation and interest in sporting injuries and rehabilitation.

Cat has a special interest in:
-Sports Injuries
-Ankle Biomechanics
-Knee Injuries

Cat is a bubbly and vibrant person who focuses on helping patients achieve their goals. With her friendly and approachable nature, Cat makes it a priority to build strong relationships with her patients and ensure their overall well-being.

Outside of work you can find Cat out finding the best new running routes, at the gym or spending time with family and friends.

Physio

Gemma Wickham

BPhty (Hone)

Gemma grew up playing a variety of sports, which sparked her keen interest in how the body moves and performs at its best. She combines hands-on therapy, exercise rehabilitation, and education to help her patients recover, build strength, and prevent future injuries. With a passion for movement and well-being, she is dedicated to guiding people back to doing what they love—whether that’s returning to sport, staying active, or simply moving with confidence in everyday life.
Outside the clinic, you’ll find Gemma running, at the beach, or spending time with friends and family.

Physio

Lara Fowler

Lara was active in a variety of sports growing up, which led to her experiencing numerous injuries and frequent visits to physiotherapists. These positive early experiences led her to pursue a career in physiotherapy. She takes a holistic approach to treatment, and understands the importance of customising her care for each patient to provide the best possible results. She leverages her broad knowledge to deliver care, that addresses not only the symptoms but also the underlying causes of pain and dysfunction, to prevent recurrent injuries in the future. Lara believes in empowering her patients through education and active participation in their recovery journey.Her main interests are:
⁃ Headaches
⁃ Lower backs
⁃ Sporting injuries

In her free time Lara enjoys socialising with friends, going to the beach, pilates and any outdoor activities!

Physio

Marcus Vilnis

Marcus is passionate about helping individuals improve their health and well-being, whether it’s recovering from chronic pain or returning to the activities they love. His personal experiences with his own injuries, combined with his background as an athlete in basketball and Australian football, have given him a deep appreciation for physiotherapy’s role in both rehabilitation and performance optimisation. Although it’s not just sports injuries that Marcus enjoys, whether you’re a weekend warrior or a short distance walker Marcus would love to help you get back to doing what you love.
Marcus has worked closely with AFL and Basketball teams, providing sideline injury management and rehabilitation programs. He takes a holistic and active approach to treatment, supporting not just long-term recovery but also injury prevention.
Outside of physiotherapy, Marcus enjoys staying active through basketball, skiing, gym-based exercise and squash, as well as living an adventurous outdoor lifestyle in the beautiful Northern beaches.
Special Interests:

  • Back and neck pain
  • Sports injuries – acute or chronic
  • Knee pain